2022 Summer Camp registration opens Feb 12th.
The list below is from last year and you'll see some changes so stay tuned.
A word about our nonprofit:
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Laughing Buck Farm LLC's mission is to inspire a love for farming, horsemanship, gardening, and nature through the rhythms of the seasons and hands-on learning and play-- all in an outdoor, farm setting. In 2018, Laughing Buck Farm established a 501c3 non-profit public charity, Friends of Laughing Buck Farm, to develop and support educational and therapeutic horse and farm experiences for EVERYONE. We are committed to developing programs that are fully accessible regardless of economic class, culture, gender, sexual identity or set of abilities. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and want you to know you are welcome here! If you would like to learn more or support our nonpfrofit mission, CLICK HERE. |
*We love to invite and include kids of all abilities so let us know if you think your child would enjoy a day on the farm this summer.*
Please download and sign the this liability form and BRING IT WITH YOU for camp:
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Monday CampsInclusive Exploring the Farm Camp
9:30 - 12:30 (3 hours) ages 6- 10 (Drop off only, unless with approved caretaker) We start with a full round of farm chores (pigs, chickens, rabbits, goats!) followed by lunch in the orchard or haybarn. Then we will have a hands-on activity with a new theme every week: we may explore the children’s garden, getting our hands in the dirt learning about blossoms and bees, the soil and seeding, planting and harvesting, creating garden art and more. Kids can expect hands-on activities, crafts and loads of fun. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes as they will be working with animals. *This camp is open to ALL ABILITIES and care takers are welcome to accompany children for extra support* FAMILY Inclusive Exploring the Farm Camp 9:30 - 12:30 (3 hours) Ages 6- 10 (Drop off only, unless with approved caretaker) We start with a full round of farm chores (pigs, chickens, rabbits, goats!) followed by lunch in the orchard or haybarn. Then we will have a hands-on activity with a new theme every week: we may explore the children’s garden, getting our hands in the dirt learning about blossoms and bees, the soil and seeding, planting and harvesting, creating garden art and more. Kids can expect hands-on activities, crafts and loads of fun. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes as they will be working with animals. *This camp is open to ALL ABILITIES and care takers are welcome to accompany children for extra support* |
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Tuesday CampsJunior Farmer Camp
9:30 - 12:30 (3 hours) $55 ages 4 - 8 (potty trained - drop off only) This is a great camp for young ones who are crazy about animals and love to play outside. We will start with a round of farm chores: feeding the chickens, brushing the pigs, caring for the goats, playing in the hay barn and getting a sense of what life is like on the farm. After chores, lunch and story we will have a theme for the day which could include hands on nature activities, goat grooming, exploration or water fun depending on the day. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes when working with animals. FAMILY Farmer Camp $55 9:30 - 12:30 all ages, caregivers welcome to stay (drop off okay for 4 and up) On Summer Farm Days we will start with a round of farm chores: feeding the chickens, brushing the pigs, caring for the goats, playing in the hay barn and getting a sense of what life is like on the farm. After chores, lunch and story we will have a theme for the day which could include hands on nature activities, garden art, goat grooming, garden exploration or water fun depending on the day. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes when working with animals. |
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Wednesday CampsPony Makeover
9:30-12:30 (3 hours) $55 ages 5-10 (drop off only) Calling all pony lovers! After farm chores, we'll start with dirty horses and ponies and transform them into real beauties. We will learn to groom, bathe, clean hooves and then braid mane and tail...then move on to painting nails and deciding on the right hair color for our horses. The transformation will be amazing! Once the makeover is complete the kids will get to show off their masterpieces in a fashion show for horses. Kids will get lots of hands on pony time, having fun and learning about horse care while having fun. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes as they will be working with animals. |
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Horsemanship Camp
9:30 - 2:30 (5 hours) $75 Ages 6-12 Here is a camp for all the horse loving gals out there, future cowboys, and all the curious kids who want to know what it’s like to experience a day with horses! Each camp we will start our day with a round of farm chores to get to know each other, run off some energy and meet all the sweet critters. The rest of the day will be EVERYTHING horse! We learn horse care and behavior, safe horse handling, make horse crafts, tack up our own horses to ride, play horse games, and at the end of the day.. probably smell like one too! Camp is geared towards new and beginner riders/horsemen/horsewomen looking to gain more experience in horse handling. All levels of experience are welcome as we have a great team of horses and teachers that can make it fun and enjoyable for all. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes as they will be working with animals. |
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Friday CampsAnimal Lovers
9:30-12:30 (3 hours) $55 Ages 7-15 (drop off only) This camp is for older children who love animals and want to dive deeper into animal care. Kids will learn what it takes to care for pigs, chickens, goats, and horses. Campers will learn basic care, breeds, and vitals of all farm animals. After our learning lesson there will be time to swing in the hay barn, play some farm games, and cool down in the sprinkler. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes as they will be working with animals. |
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Pony Pals
9:30 - 12:30 (3 hours) $55 ages 5 - 9 (Drop off only) This camp is for younger riders that just want to spend some time around our horses. We start with farm chores then we practice being safe on the ground with horses, leading, grooming, and then do pony rides. We will also have horse crafts, games, and making horse treats! This camp is for beginners -- not suitable for children with lots of riding experience. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes as they will be working with animals. |
Special Camps
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Maker Camp - Create your own leather journal!
9:30 - 12:30 (3 hours) June 10th ages 6-12 $50 (Included cost of materials) July 22 all ages (parents welcome, must register for parent and child) (Includes cost of materials) We will start the day feeding the chickens, brushing the pigs, caring for the goats, playing in the hay barn and getting a sense of what life is like on the farm. After chores, lunch and story we will settle in and start creating! We will be making small leather journals that you can take home. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes when working with animals. |
We have decided to wait and see for this camp. For now, we don't feel we can properly social distance to keep everyone safe.
Integrated Sensory Farm Camp
9:30 - 1:30
ages 7 - 11
Our integrated farm experience aims to help children develop and improve their social-emotional skills, independent living skills, and sensory regulation skills by learning through a sensory-rich environment, where kids can experience the sights, sounds, smells, feel, and work, of farm life! While we explore farm life, we will dive into how animals "self-regulate" and, hopefully, come away with knowledge of self-regulation tools we can use ourselves. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes when working with animals. **We want to include a diverse group of children in this camp so please send us an email and tell us about your child.
Integrated Sensory Farm Camp
9:30 - 1:30
ages 7 - 11
Our integrated farm experience aims to help children develop and improve their social-emotional skills, independent living skills, and sensory regulation skills by learning through a sensory-rich environment, where kids can experience the sights, sounds, smells, feel, and work, of farm life! While we explore farm life, we will dive into how animals "self-regulate" and, hopefully, come away with knowledge of self-regulation tools we can use ourselves. Please send your child with water, lunch and a snack. Children need sturdy shoes that cover the toes when working with animals. **We want to include a diverse group of children in this camp so please send us an email and tell us about your child.