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A Week of Fun and Learning Awaits Kids at Liberty Prairie Summer Camp
- Bob Benenson
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
Also, Reminder about the Organization's May 10 Farm Festival
Liberty Prairie is a non-profit organization, based in the northeast Illinois city of Grayslake, which believes deeply in imparting the values of better-for-people-and-the-planet food to our youngest eaters — while also providing them a fun time in the country.
They are now accepting signups for their Summer Farm Camp, which will provide week-long experiences for children in June and July. Here is how Liberty Prairie describes the program:
Our science-forward programming focuses on the interactions between people, plants, and animals. Campers will explore the full breadth of our 95-acre organic farm and living laboratory, engaging in hands-on learning activities designed to enrich their knowledge of farming and the natural world. From the crop fields to the greenhouses, the pasture to the hedgerows, the orchard to the gardens—every moment will be an adventure!
Over the course of the week, campers will explore the many interconnected systems that make up a thriving farm. They will spend quality time outside, working as a team to steward the land and solve problems. Through our immersive programming, kids will:
🌱 Tend a communal garden and learn about different approaches to growing food at home and on a farm. They will have the opportunity to plant seeds and harvest crops.
🪱 Learn about soil organic matter, microorganisms, and how to make compost.
🐑 Care for our sheep, goats, and chickens. They will help prepare food and bedding and learn about rotational grazing.
🧶 Learn about textile production using organic materials. They will spin wool, try their hands at weaving, and dye cloth.
Campers will also complete individual projects that build upon their newly learned skills and foster creativity. There will be a camp celebration for campers and their families on the last day of camp. We hope you’ll join us for this special event!
Financial aid is available to those who need it. Click below for more information and to register.
And speaking of fun on the farm, a reminder that Liberty Prairie is presenting its 2025 Plant Sale and Farm Festival on Saturday, May 10 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Click the next button for more information.