Summer 2022 Registration now open
camp mattersWe grow kids that can change the world in a place that is changing the world. Camp happens on a world-class working farm: it includes a production vegetable business and a small scale animal operation. The 200 acre property and facilities gives us a chance to immerse kids in what's possible - and in the process develop skills for 21st century success. Camp is a great place for kids to realize their abilities to solve problems, and engage with nature and adventure, becoming exactly the type of young leaders our communities need.
Campers spend the week with our combined team of passionate, experienced staff members. All counselors and educators have experience teaching, as well as expertise in the fields of agriculture and environmental sciences. You can read about some of Angelic Organics Learning Center camp staff here. |
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Camp ActivitiesWe have a lot to do on the farm! Campers engage in daily activities such as feeding goats and chickens, refreshing water buckets, and collecting eggs. Kids earn their "green thumb" by pulling weeds, planting seedlings and turning the compost piles. Our activities teach responsibility in a way that is satisfying and formative.
We also believe in the value of play and independence. Kids enjoy group games, relay races, ice-cream making using ingredients from the farm, nature exploration, hiking across our 200 acres, campfires, nature crafts & more! In no time, kids become part of the working farm, forming deeper connections to the land, animals, food, and each other. |
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AccommodationsCamp is based at Angelic Organics Lodge, which offers bunk-style lodging. Boys’ and girls’ dorms are on different floors with corresponding bathrooms and showers. The Lodge has plenty of natural playscapes, a crafts room, and a wellness center. A commercially certified kitchen offers space to prepare farm-to-table meals sourced primarily from Angelic Organics Farm.
Great food is a big part of camp, the goal isn’t just for kids to become more adventurous eaters, or even to become farmers and chefs (although that would be great). Camp is set up intentionally as an environment for kids to flourish. |
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Who Can Attend?We accept campers of all genders from ages 8-12 during regular weeks, and ages 12-15 during teen weeks. We are happy to accommodate youth with special needs or different abilities as much as we are able to. Contact us directly if you have concerns about your child's ability to attend, or if your child has any chronic conditions or requires medical, mental, or emotional care.
We want all kids to be able to attend camp, which is why we have a scholarship fund. If you'd like to apply for a scholarship, please contact us at programs@learngrowconnect.org. If you would like to support the Learning Center's efforts to make sure all kids have the opportunity to attend camp, donate today. |
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Connect with usStay tuned to our calendar and sign up for our monthly newsletter to find open house or work days as they get scheduled. You can also find spring and fall events on our calendar to experience the farm before coming to camp.
Questions? Contact programs@learngrowconnect or call 815-389-8455. Learn more about day camps or school groups for more ways to visit the farm. View camp photos from Angelic Organics Learning Center’s camps on Facebook and Instagram. |
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