Summer Camps 2027
Dates & Rates
Choose from day camp, junior camp, CIT programs and overnight camp at 1870 Farm in Chapel Hill. Each program offers hands-on activities, time with animals, outdoor adventures and plenty of opportunities to learn, explore and have fun.
2027 camp dates, rates and registration information will be posted as they are finalized.
Day Camp | Ages 5–13
8:30 AM–3:00 PM | Monday–Friday
Our full-day camp gives kids a week of animals, outdoor adventure, games, crafts, culinary activities and hands-on fun at 1870 Farm.
2027 Weekly Rate: $585
Optional Kids Vet Club Add-On
Kids Vet Club may be available during select camp weeks for an additional fee. Space is limited and campers must be enrolled in Day Camp for that same week.
2027 Day Camp Weeks
2027 camp dates will be posted as they are finalized.
Overnight Farm Camp | Ages 9–15
Sunday Afternoon–Friday Afternoon
Our overnight camp combines full days of hands-on farm activities at 1870 Farm with evenings and lodging at UNC–Chapel Hill. Campers enjoy animal care, outdoor adventures, games, creative activities, meals and time with new friends.
2027 Weekly Rate: To Be Announced
What’s Included
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Lodging at UNC–Chapel Hill
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Breakfast and dinner at UNC
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Lunch at 1870 Farm
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Daily transportation between UNC and 1870 Farm
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Full camp programming and evening activities
2027 Overnight Camp Weeks
2027 overnight camp dates will be posted as they are finalized.
Junior Vet Academy | Ages 10-15
Junior Vet Academy gives aspiring animal lovers a hands-on introduction to veterinary care. Campers work with animals, learn basic veterinary skills, and explore topics such as animal handling, wellness checks, bandaging, diagnostic tools, and more.
Day programming takes place at 1870 Farm, with overnight campers lodging at UNC–Chapel Hill.
2027 Dates: To Be Announced
Sample Day Camp Schedules
Activities vary by week and may change based on weather, animals and special programming.
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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 Calves
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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 Pick-up
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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. Pick-up
