summer camps
Summer Camp registration is now open for 2024!
We offer unique, small group camp experiences at our McDonald Farm in Naperville.
Nature On The Farm Camps, Naperville
Our half-day Nature on the Farm Camps at the McDonald Farm in Naperville will provide your child the opportunity to enjoy fresh air and sunshine while exploring a unique oasis of green in the middle of the suburbs. Explore our native prairie, woodland, and pond habitats as well as learn to grow healthy, organic food at our Green Earth Harvest organic farm. Through nature exploration, gardening, games, activities, and crafts, children will experience and learn from nature. Camps are attuned to what is growing and thriving at our farm during the time they are held! Enjoy a themed, nut-free healthy snack provided each day. Camps are Monday – Friday from 9:00am – 12:00pm.
Each week has a unique theme with activities in conservation, nature exploration, and gardening – and of course fresh air, sunshine, and fun with friends!
Early Elementary Camps (entering grades 1 – 3)
June 17th – 21st: Eco-Explorers
June 24th – 28th: Grossology
July 15th – 19th: Garden Chefs
Late Elementary Camps (entering grades 4 – 6)
July 8th – 12th: Around the World
July 22nd – 26th: Garden Chefs
Farm Camp at the Dickson-Murst Farm, Montgomery
Due to staff changes and transitions both at The Conservation Foundation and with our Farm Camp partners, Farm Camp at our Dickson-Murst Farm will be taking a hiatus. We hope to bring it back in the future, but for now we’re exploring other ways to bring children and families to the Dickson-Murst Farm to connect with local history, nature, and the rural heritage this year. Watch our website and your email inbox for updates and new opportunities!
Scholarships
At The Conservation Foundation, we want everyone to have access to our programs regardless of their ability to pay the full fee. If you would like to be considered for a scholarship, please fill out our form, attesting to your need and how much you are able to pay.
Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 14 days before the first day of camp to receive a refund. We will then refund your registration fee minus a $25 processing fee within 30 days. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the first day of camp are not eligible for refunds.
