Summer Camps 2026
Each day offers new ideas and activities! One day we may be making pickles, and the next day walking llamas. We may go miniature frog collecting or attempting to teach some of the more social animals new tricks. The older children are encouraged to participate in the entrepreneur program and come up with ideas for products to be sold at the farm stand on Fridays.
As a farm we are always on top of the weather and will adjust schedules accordingly. The farm offers its own micro-climates and activity spaces so we have lots of flexibility in our activities. Barn games might include "steal the bacon", potato sack races, corn hole, or a game we actually build and play such as "four in a row". Every child will have a chance to go gemstone mining and fishing each week. Every Friday we invite parents and guardians to come at 2:00pm to leisurely explore the camp, have an ice cream, and see what their campers have been up to all week! We have added an apothecary barn for the campers to create their own products. We have also increased the number of climate-controlled indoor spaces where kids can do everything from yoga to work on entrepreneurial ideas. In 2024, we added additional pastures specifically for kids who want to spend more time caring for animals! We also have a new pony area and are increasing our fresh egg production.
Junior half-day campers will arrive at a separate entrance from the all-day camp and play in their own areas throughout the day. Our ratio is one teacher per 7 -10 children. Children will have access to sprinkler play, an air-conditioned space, and plenty of shade on our natural preschool playground and forest area. For 2026, the campers will have their own age-appropriate animal pasture.


Day Camp 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Monday-Friday
Late care is offered each day for full-day campers until 5:30 pm
Early drop-off is offered each day as early as 7:50 am
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Full-Day Weekly Camp $585.00
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Late Care until 5:30PM $150 for the week
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Early Care $75 for the week at 7:50am
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Kids Vet Club is available on certain weeks as an additional elective for 1870 Day Campers. Add-on $195.00 per week, subject to availability. Camper must be enrolled in day camp for that week to join Kids Vet Club-Limited Availability.
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Extended Stay and early drop-off are available for full-day campers only
2026 Day Camp Weeks Ages 5-13
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Week 1: June 15th
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Week 2: June 22nd
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Week 3: June 29th
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Week 4: July 6th
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Week 5: July 13th
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Week 6: July 20th
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Week 7: July 27th
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Week 8: August 3rd
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Week 9: August 10th
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Week 10 August 17th
1870 Farm Tax ID # 474-283-3032
2026 Overnight Farm Camp Weeks at UNC Ages 10-15 (Co-ed)
Our Overnight camps begin Sunday afternoon after 4:00PM and pick up is Friday at 3:00PM. Overnight Summer Farm camp is $1595 per session
Each day begins with a variety of breakfast options at the UNC dining hall before a quick 10-minute ride to 1870 Farm. Once there, campers dive into our full lineup of farm camp adventures, from hands-on animal care to outdoor games and creative projects. A delicious lunch with plenty of choices is served right on the farm. Around 4:00 p.m., kids return to the UNC campus to relax indoors or outdoors, with opportunities for swimming at the nearby aquatic center, playing in the gaga pit, enjoying volleyball and tennis courts, and more. Evenings are filled with fun, supervised activities on campus, making for a full day of excitement, learning, and connection.
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Week 1: June 28th-July 3rd
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Week 2: July 5th- July 10th
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Week 3: July 12th- July 17th
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Week 4: July 19th-July 24th
1870 Farm Tax ID # 474-283-3032




Junior Vet Academy Camp Experience
Now entering its 9th exciting season, our Junior Vet Academy gives aspiring animal lovers a true behind-the-scenes look at veterinary care. Campers spend their days at the beautiful 1870 Farm, working hands-on with a variety of animals and exploring everything from basic pet care to advanced veterinary techniques inside our farm veterinary clinic. These advanced skills may include practicing safe animal handling and restraint, learning how to suture and bandage wounds, using stethoscopes to listen to heart and lung sounds, understanding diagnostic tools, and even exploring how X-rays and lab tests are used in real veterinary medicine.
The program also extends to the UNC Chapel Hill campus, where overnight campers enjoy comfortable dorm living, recreational activities, and evening fun with new friends. Whether examining a goat, assisting with a wellness check, or diagnosing a “patient,” this unique camp blends education, adventure, and the joy of working with animals into an unforgettable week.
Junior Vet Academy Ages 10-15 (Co-ed)
Available 2026 Dates will be announced in September for Summer 2026. As in prior years returning campers will be offered available dates several days earlier to register.
Junior Entrepreneur Academy
Ages 9-15 (Co-ed) NEW!
Get ready to dream big, think smart, and have a blast at the Junior Entrepreneur Academy! This one-week overnight camp takes place at both the UNC Campus and The 1870 Farm, where your ideas come to life. You’ll learn that being an entrepreneur isn’t just about making money—it’s about spotting opportunities anywhere and turning your passions into something amazing. From brainstorming wild ideas at the farm to testing them out and fine-tuning your plan, you’ll build skills that last a lifetime.
The grand finale? Our epic “Farm Tank” challenge, where you pitch your big idea in front of a friendly panel and cheer on your fellow campers. With animals, games, campus adventures, and endless creativity, this is the summer camp that could spark your next big idea!
Available 2026 Dates will be announced in September for Summer 2026.


Examples of Daily Schedule (Farm Day Camp)
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8:30-9:00 Morning Meet Up
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9:00-9:30 Pig Popsicles
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9:30-10:00 Snack
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10:00-10:30 Bottle Feed Calfs
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10:30-11:00 Arts & Crafts
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11:00-11:30 Baby Goat Handling
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11:30-12:00 Llama Walking
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12:00-12:30 Lunch
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12:30-1:00 Pretzel Making
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1:00-1:30 Gem Mining
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1:30-2:00 Gaga Ball
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2:00-3:00 Escape Room
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3:00-3:30 Check Out
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8:30-9:00 Morning Meet Up
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9:00-9:30 Bath Bomb Making
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9:30-10:00 Snack
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10:00-10:30 Seed Bomb Making
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10:30-11:00 Farm Science
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11:00-11:30 Alpaca Walks
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11:30-12:00 Pony Painting
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12:00-12:30 Lunch
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12:30-1:00 GaGa Ball
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1:00-1:30 Slushie Bike
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1:30-2:00 Egg collecting
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2:00-3:00 Fishing
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3:00-3:30 Check Out

