About The Camp
There’s no better way to spend summer break than in nature at Hard Bargain Farm! Led by our experienced educators, campers will explore the woods, wetlands and Potomac riverbank, with activities such as dip netting, finding tadpoles, and watching the eagles! Our unique property allows campers will to experience life in the great outdoors – get to know our lovable goats, look for the coolest critters on a nature hike, and dig in the garden. Campers will spend every day outside exploring nature life on our beautiful environmental campus in Accokeek, MD.
Summer Adventure Camp Welcomes Campers Ages 4-13
Join us Summer 2024!
We are thrilled to offer four adventure-filled weeks this coming summer. Featuring a variety of nature inspired themes and a mix of day and overnight experiences, there is an opportunity for every camper to find joy in nature!
Use the dropdowns to the right to learn more each week’s theme, camp time, and fees associated.
The weeks will have multiple groups to divide the campers by age. The groups will have age-appropriate activities.
Campers invited to attend multiple weeks of our Summer Adventure Camp. Activities will vary each week.
Week 1: Growing, Adapting & Having Fun
Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 12
Day Only
For Ages 4-9
Nature is always changing and so are we! Let’s explore the ever-changing wonders of the natural world. Campers will discover the fascinating life cycles of animals, unravel the secrets of plants, and embark on a celebration of their own uniqueness. Together, we’ll explore the interconnectedness of all living things. Get ready for a summer of exploration, learning, and self-celebration!
Camp Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
With extended care add-on 3pm-6pm everyday + snack
Cost: $325/camper (+$150 optional extended care)
Week 2: Watershed Warriors
Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19
Day + Overnight Session on Wednesday & Thursday
For Ages 8-12
Calling all Water and Land Protectors! Grab your warrior boots and unite with us to delve into the fascinating world of environmental stewardship. Together, we’ll explore the impacts we have on our watershed and discover strategies to safeguard it from harm. Dive into a day of dip netting in the river, defending the macroinvertebrates that call it home. Embark on a beach expedition to collect litter and be the heroes our watershed. Every day, immerse yourself in water-filled adventures as we play and learn to protect the precious ecosystems around us. Join us on this thrilling journey as true Watershed Warriors!
Camp Time: 9:00am 3:00pm Monday & Tuesday with
9:00am – Overnight Wednesday & Thursday
With extended care add-on 3pm-6pm (Mon/Tues/Fri) + snack
Cost: $625/camper (+$90 optional extended care)
Week 3: Finding ART in eARTh
Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26
Day Only
For Ages 4-9
Get ready to let your creativity run wild as we embark on an exciting exploration of nature’s artistry. Join us outdoors for a week filled with singing, dancing, theatre, painting, and more, as we dive into the lively and colorful world of nature. From the cheerful tunes of singing birds to the playful dance of plants, let’s celebrate the artistic marvels that surround us. Unleash your creativity and become a young Earth artist, crafting your own masterpiece during a week of laughter, exploration, and new friendships!
Camp Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
With extended care add-on 3pm-6pm everyday + snack
Cost: $325/camper (+$150 optional extended care)
Week 4: Wilderness Skills
Sunday, July 28 – Friday August 2
Overnight
For Ages 10-13
Embark on an outdoor adventure at our Wilderness Skills Camp! Learn to navigate the great outdoors alongside new friends using compasses and maps. Channel your inner pioneer as we collaborate as a team to construct forts and become a detective as we learn about animal prints. As the day winds down, revel in the enchantment of a moonlit hike, followed by the warmth of a crackling campfire. Get ready for a week filled with outdoor thrills, new pals, and cool wilderness skills!
Camp Time: Drop off 3:00pm on Sunday
Pick-up 5:00pm on Friday
Cost: $925/camper
Cancellation Policy
Due to our reservation system for camp, each child has a reserved space so we are unable to provide refunds after June 1, 2024.
Have Questions? Contact us at camp@fergusonfoundation.org
Alice Ferguson Foundation’s Hard Bargain Farm
2201 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek, MD 20607