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  • Spring & Fall Programs
  • Visit the Farm
  • Little Seeds Camp
  • Farm & Forest Camp
  • Lettuce Be Your Farmer
  • Summer Teen Program
  • 2025 Family Farm Series
  • Parties & Evening Farm
  • Farm-to-School
  • Calendar
  • Adult Programs
  • Recipes
  • Taproot Scholarship
  • Farm Store

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Teen Program

In the current age of technology, teens that spend time in nature could be considered endangered species.


For some youth, this program is a long awaited "right-of-passage" and the culmination of their farm-based learning that was began as a camper.  Other families find this program when researching meaningful and memorable summer experiences for their teens. 


On the farm, teens are offered the mentorship to learn new life skills and thrive in an environment that builds self confidence. 


Many long-lasting friendships have been cultivated at Heritage Creek Farm Camp. 

Teen Program

On the farm, teens will be exposed to a wide variety of experiences and have the opportunity to expand their horizons, learn new skills, meet new friends and share their talents. 


Through mentorship with our farm educators and farmers, teens will learn about sustainable agriculture, the environment, animal care and develop life skills.  


Applications for Teens for summer 2025 will be accepted starting January 23, 2025.  


A letter of recommendation must be submitted with the teen application. The recommendation letter should be written by a community member that knows the applicant well,  but is not related to the teen.     


The recommendation letter should include: 

· Characteristics that make the applicant a good candidate for our teen program

· List examples of leadership activities in the community


Any teen new to HCFC must schedule a time to tour the farm and meet with staff member(s) before application will be reviewed.  


In addition to helping with daily activities on the farm, teens and older campers will be learning a variety of STEM activities as they help Farmer Ed construct a new GREENHOUSE during June & July 2025! 


In order to maintain a safe and peaceful environment at camp we have established this Code of Conduct.  

· Follow the daily rhythm of the camp schedule and safety rules set forth by camp staff 

· Bring only the items on the packing list to camp, unless additional items are requested by the staff 

· Respect staff, campers, and other teen leaders 

· Communicate using kind words 

· Work together to resolve any conflicts that may arise

· Violence, profanity, disrespectfulness, or any other unsafe behavior that endangers the safety of our participants is not acceptable 

· Possession of tobacco/smoking, or drug paraphernalia, and/or weapons will not be tolerated 

· Adhere to a tech-free environment 

· Act in a manner that sets a good example for our campers 

· Stay with your assigned staff member until dismissed for meal time or free play

 

Guiding Principles

  • RESPECT staff, fellow campers, environment, and the facility. Treat others as you would like to be treated! 
  • Be ENTHUSIASTIC and INSPIRE others through your positive attitude. 
  • Be a leader and fully COOPERATE with your group leaders. ENCOURAGE one another through kind words and caring actions. 
  • ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE! VALUE the rights, beliefs, thoughts, and ideas of others. 
  • Always treat others with KINDNESS and COURTESY. Take RESPONSIBILITY for your actions and CARE for those around you. 
  • HONESTY is the basis for all of our relationships and interactions. 
  • Be OPEN-MINDED to new ideas and new experiences. 
  • Have fun and make great memories! 

Teen Application

Summer Teen Program Ages 13+

2025 Participation Costs:   

1-2 weeks of participation is a set fee of $125/week.  

If a teen participates in 3 or more weeks during the summer, each family chooses a flat fee for their child’s summer participation at the farm. Total fee for summer teen participation is selected at time of registration - $375, $500, $600 or $750. 

Camp is in session 9 weeks during 2025. 


Our Teen Program combines the camaraderie of camp with the opportunity to develop life skills.  

Teen Application

Dates of Participation

June 9-13

June 16-20

June 23-27

July 4 - No Camp 

July 7-11

July 14-18

July 21-25

July 28-Aug 1 -Camp for ages 5-9 *

August 4-8

August 11-15 - Camp for ages 5-12 


Camp operates from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm 

Teens can arrive as early as 7:30 am 

and stay until as late as 5:30 pm 

* Pick up by 4 pm the week of July 28 -  August 1 

important documents

Emergency & Participation Waiver (pdf)Download
Packing List (pdf)Download
Teen Program Overview (pdf)Download

Hands-on Farm Activities

Greenhouse

learning about seeding, germination and propagation 

Production Garden

learning how to transplant, direct seed, set up irrigation and harvest different crops 

Market & CSA

learning about the business side of farming

Animal Care

learning about and how to care for farm animals 

Environmental

working on environmental projects on the farm and learning about sustainable growing methods

Earth stewards

caretaking the land 

Team work

Through mentorship with our staff, teens work and play hand-in-hand on the land with their teen peers and campers 

Life Skills

A variety of life skills can be learned while on the farm.  

Foundation for Future Endeavors

Skillsets such as teamwork, adaptability, leadership, decision-making, self-motivation, perseverance, and responsibility can be learned while at Farm Camp.  

Textiles & Fiber Arts

Learning to use the variety of mediums in our fiber arts program including re-purposed items.   

Arts and Crafts

Farm and nature based arts and crafts

Make New Friends

Long lasting friendships are cultivated on the farm.  

Teens in action

    Heritage Creek Farm & education center

    2126 Rissermill Road, Mount Joy

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    Come visit the farm

    Want to attend Summer Camp? See Farm & Forest Camp and Little Seeds Camp for dates and details. Want to bring a group to the farm? Use our Inquiry Form.  "Lettuce" be your farmer - join our CSA food subscription.  Explore the farm at our Seasonal Family Farm Events.  Want a memorable and educational summer for your teen 13+? Check out our Summer Teen Program.  Homeschool families, we offer a homeschool enrichment program for your children ages 6+ to learn through hands-on activities on the farm.  

    Family Farms will be offered on May 10, August 23, October 25 , and December 6