What Makes F&W Unique
There are many programs that offer children a chance to be outside, learn new skills and have fun and challenging adventures. Farm & Wilderness does all of that. However, there are several things that make F&W unique, and different from other summer camps and outdoor education programs.
- F&W allows children a total removal from the bustle and demands of their busy, electronic lives. There is no recorded music, no television, and no electronic gadget of any kind at F&W.
- F&W allows each person time for quiet introspection, and supports greater self-understanding.
- F&W emphasizes self within community. Each person has a valued role to play within the larger group. This community-building focus fosters a greater understanding of human interdependence and how to work and succeed within a group.
- F&W encourages physical, emotional and spiritual exploration within clearly set boundaries of safety. Campers are encouraged to find their own edge of challenge.
The essence of Farm & Wilderness can be found in the Quaker values of simplicity, honesty, self-reliance and respect for all persons. These values are woven into the fabric of the Farm & Wilderness program and community, creating an environment where people develop a deep regard for one another and explore a style of life that is simple, rugged and exciting.
We believe our community is strengthened through diversity. Therefore, we encourage people of any race, background, religion, sexual orientation, or economic status to apply to our camps as campers or staff.
