Farm & Ranch Camps at The Center

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12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, IL 60464

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(708) 361-3650

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About Farm & Ranch Camps at The Center

About Farm & Ranch Camps at The Center

Nature, animals, and adventure in every day
Philosophy: Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Philosophy: Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Philosophy: Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Ages:

3

-

17

years old

Pricing:

$91

/day

$455

/week

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp sessions & schedule

Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Boys & girls aged 3-17Mon–Fri from 8AM3PM25/day & 100/week
Summer camp sessions are priced at $455/week for core programs (like Farm Explorers Day Camp).
Junior Farmers (ages 3-5) specialty programs are $99/session.
Financial aid is available with application.
Full refunds are offered if you cancel by May 1st.
Ask about discounts for siblings or early registration!
Summer camp sessions are priced at $455/week for core programs (like Farm Explorers Day Camp).
Junior Farmers (ages 3-5) specialty programs are $99/session.
Financial aid is available with application.
Full refunds are offered if you cancel by May 1st.
Ask about discounts for siblings or early registration!
Summer camp sessions are priced at $455/week for core programs (like Farm Explorers Day Camp).
Junior Farmers (ages 3-5) specialty programs are $99/session.
Financial aid is available with application.
Full refunds are offered if you cancel by May 1st.
Ask about discounts for siblings or early registration!

Activities & amenities

Activities & amenities

Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:

Animal-Care
Horseback-Riding
Nature-Exploration
Crafts
Ranching
Farm-to-Table
Conservation
Outdoor-Skills
Hiking
Gardening
Environmental-Education
Team-Building
Leadership-Training
Camping-Skills
Arts-and-Crafts
Animal-Husbandry
Agricultural-Practices
Survival-Skills
Wildlife-Study
Sustainable-Farming
Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Birthdays:

Yes, birthday parties can be organized at the farm

What people are saying

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Location

12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, IL 60464

Additional info

Additional info

Extended hours may be available for an extra fee. The Center is a beloved local nonprofit with a strong community focus. Campers are grouped by age for the best experience and safety. The farm’s peaceful setting is just minutes from Palos Park and Orland Park.
Extended hours may be available for an extra fee. The Center is a beloved local nonprofit with a strong community focus. Campers are grouped by age for the best experience and safety. The farm’s peaceful setting is just minutes from Palos Park and Orland Park.
Extended hours may be available for an extra fee. The Center is a beloved local nonprofit with a strong community focus. Campers are grouped by age for the best experience and safety. The farm’s peaceful setting is just minutes from Palos Park and Orland Park.

Health & safety

Health & safety

Affiliations: ACA, Religious (Community Parish), ADA accessible

Special needs

Special needs

Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.
Kids experience real farm life-from caring for animals to learning about nature and sustainability. The Center’s warm, supportive staff help children grow confidence and responsibility. Your child will make friends, explore the outdoors, and develop a love for animals and the environment. It’s a unique, hands-on camp that fosters curiosity, teamwork, and lifelong memories for your whole family.