What to bring:

• Sack lunch and snacks
• Filled water bottle with camper's name on the bottle
• Sunscreen (already applied) for sunny days (and sun hat if needed)

What to wear:

• Dress for the weather and in layers
• Comfortable, athletic clothing that are ok to get dirty
• Close-toed, sturdy shoes (no crocs)
• If it's a rainy day, bring a rain jacket

We strongly recommend labeling all of your camper's clothing and belongings with their first and last name. That way, items can easily be returned when they end up in our lost and found.

Camper pick up and drop off will occur in our North Parking Lot. This is the main entrance used for our festivals. There will be signs directing the flow of traffic - please watch for these and follow the arrows. 

Can I bring my pet to drop off or pick up?
Swans Trail Farms has a no pet policy. Please leave your dog in the car when dropping off or picking up. 

For pick up, please bring an ID. 
We take the safety of campers seriously. You will be asked to present your ID to confirm with the Authorized Grown Up list before your camper is released from camp. 

I need to drop off / pick up my child early. What do I do?
Please email us at farmercamp@swanstrailfarms.com or call (425) 330-3084 with your ETA and we will make sure you child is ready to be picked up / have a counselor waiting for your child at drop off. 

Campers may bring their own lunch or choose to purchase the optional camp lunch during registration.

During registration, you may enter one mutual grouping request. To be placed together, both campers must be in the same program and have each other listed in their UltraCamp account. Although we make every effort to honor your grouping preference whenever possible, please understand that we can never guarantee that children will be grouped together.

Camper safety is our top priority. All staff members are required to pass background checks and attend a week of program-specific training, a majority of which is devoted to camper safety. All camp leaders are required to complete a first aid certification course within the past two years and camp leaders and counselors review safety protocols during training week. 

The health and safety of your camper(s) is our top priority. Our staff are trained to be active observers of all campers and to maintain a safe group environment. We have specific ratios of staff to campers and tone setting takes place prior to all activities around our farm to establish safety expectations. We expect that your campers will listen to and respect our staff’s safety reminders and make choices that will keep their bodies as well as the rest of the group and our plants and animals safe. We also recognize that camp and our farm environment is a great place for campers to try new things and take risks within a controlled and safe setting with the encouragement and careful observation of our staff. 

All of our Swans Trail Farms Managers and many of our Farmer Camp staff are First Aid/CPR/AED certified. With trained staff, they are able to do the majority of the basic first aid we see on a day-to-day basis at camp. This training and the critical thinking skills that often come with the certifications, allow our staff to more easily recognize potential risks and facilitate their group in a way that minimizes hazards. 

Staff are trained to create a supportive environment by doing the following:

• Using a calm and respectful tone of voice, positive language, facial expressions to match child’s mood, and validating children’s feelings.
• Using guidance techniques to assist in adapting to camp routines and activities, including coaching, role modeling, redirection, and expectation setting.
• Providing opportunity for choice and child-led learning.
• Encouraging positive interaction between and among children by offering collaborative activities and modeling social skills.
• Using youth’s pronouns or preferred name.

At our camps, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our campers, staff, and animals. To maintain a positive and inclusive environment, the following inappropriate behaviors will not be tolerated from either campers or caregivers.

• Rude or aggressive language
• Acts or threats of violence
• Insults based on identity (e.g., race, gender, ability, religion, or background)
• Persistent bullying or intimidation

We reserve the right to dismiss campers whose behavior, or that of their caregivers, we deem to have violated this policy.

If your child requires medication to be administered during program time or in case of emergency, a Medication Administration Authorization form will be required. 

• All medication must be in original prescription bottles, labeled by the prescriber or pharmacist.
• Any medications brough in non-prescription bottles will not be accepted.
• Medications include inhalers, diabetic supplies, EpiPens, etc.
• Over the counter medications, including sunscreen, will be included on this form

As part of the registration process, you'll provide information regarding allergies and health concerns for each camper. All medications and EpiPens should be given to the Farmer Camp Manager on Monday and taken home Friday. All of our Famer Camp counselors is trained on how to use EpiPens in case of an emergency. Please contact the Farmer Camp Manager with any specific concerns.

Farmer Camp is almost entirely outdoors, and that’s the fun of it!! Staff will monitor the weather and modify activities as needed to account for the health and safety of our campers. 

Our property has lots of sunny spots – good for plants and pastures. Throughout the day, groups go off to shady areas, barns, and covered activity areas. Lunch will be in the shade or under cover.  We provide campers with fresh water throughout the day to fill their water bottle and opportunities to take a break. Please pack your camper with a water bottle!

If there is no thunder, we will be outdoors in the rain!  

In the event of severe weather, we will be in contact via email first and then phone. 

Please do not send your camper to Farmer Camp with cell phones, smart watches, or other electronics, unless they are used for medical purposes. We want all our campers to be fully engaged and present with our programming. If you need to contact your camper or our office needs to contact you, we will use our office phones. Medical equipment is our only exception. Medical electronics must be checked in with our office/medical staff at the beginning of your camp week. 

Pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome. Read our full policy here.

Pick up time is 1:00. Please make every effort to pick up your child on time.

If you are late picking up your camper, we will charge you a late fee. This fee will be added to your UltraCamp account to be paid online. We will use the camp cell phone clock to determine late fee charges.

Late Fee: Families will be charged a $25.00 late fee for every 15-minute increment (no prorating).

If you are running late, please contact the office at (425) 330-3084 or farmercamp@swanstrailfarms.com.

Please make sure you are on time to pick-up your child. 

•  charged a fee of $5.00 per minute until you arrive.

All programs require a $100 non-refundable fee which will not be returned regardless of cancelation or modification date. Below are additional important cutoffs for cancelations or modifications.

• No refunds will be issued after June 1st
• After June 1 at 9:00 a.m. PST, no program fees will be returned in the event of modification or cancellation to your registration. This includes but is not limited to Basic Fees, Non-refundable Fees, and Registration Fees.
• Modifications and cancelations can be made until June 1 through your UltraCamp account.
• No refunds, make-ups, or credits will be issued for missing camp days or weeks due to illness, scheduling conflicts, or violation of camp policies.  

Thank you for your interest in our Summer Farmer Camp! If the camp of your choice is sold out, please sign up for the waitlist by selecting the ‘Register for Camps’ button below. Once a spot becomes available, an automated message will be sent to you to complete your registration.

Outlined below are some basic skills that help campers have a successful week at camp, as they work through transitions, are part of a group, and deal with a new routine. Our goal is for all campers to have fun and receive the support they need to have a good week. We hire incredible staff and can accommodate and work with most campers of varying abilities and needs. We are limited in our capacity to meet severely challenging behaviors and unable to provide one-on-one services with camp staff. Hopefully, this list can help determine whether or not your child is ready for Farmer Camp here. 

• Campers use basic or are starting to use basic and safe coping mechanisms following an event that causes frustration, sadness, anger, or other big emotions. 
• Campers are able to ask for help and communicate their basic needs. 
• Campers stay with their group throughout the day with minimal reminders. 
• Campers can follow basic verbal directions. 
• Campers manage their basic personal hygiene without assistance. This includes toileting and hand washing. 
• Campers demonstrate basic, age-appropriate social and emotional skills such as managing personal boundaries, communication of needs, and peaceful conflict resolution.  

We highly encourage you to reach out to our office (425-330-3084) to discuss your campers’ specific needs, how we can accommodate them, or if you are still unsure if Farmer Camp would be a good fit. We are very much willing to do what is reasonably within our capacity, while ensuring the health and safety of our staff and all of camp, to help your camper have a safe and successful week. 

If your camper has support or accommodations such as an IEP, ISP, 504 plan, one-on-one aid, etc., we encourage you to chat with our Farmer Camp Manager to discuss your child’s needs. 

All programs require a $100 non-refundable fee which will not be returned regardless of cancelation or modification date. Below are additional important cutoffs for cancelations or modifications.

• No refunds will be issued after June 1st
• After June 1 at 9:00 a.m. PST, no program fees will be returned in the event of modification or cancellation to your registration. This includes but is not limited to Basic Fees, Non-refundable Fees, and Registration Fees.
• Modifications and cancelations can be made until June 1 through your UltraCamp account.
• No refunds, make-ups, or credits will be issued for missing camp days or weeks due to illness, scheduling conflicts, or violation of camp policies.  

Thank you for your interest in our Summer Farmer Camp! If the camp of your choice is sold out, please sign up for the waitlist by selecting the ‘Register for Camps’ button below. Once a spot becomes available, an automated message will be sent to you to complete your registration.

At this time scholarships and financial assistance are not available. However, payment plans are available during registration.

Weekly Payment Plan: With this option, the total week's reservation costs minus the $50 deposit will be deferred until 14 days prior to the start of the week of camp. For example by choosing this payment option, if you have signed up for 2 weeks of camp (at $379 a week), you will be charged $100 at registration ($50 for each week) the see the very first $329 charge on your card 14 days prior to the first week of camp, and the second $329 charge 14 days prior to the second week of camp.

Monthly Payment Plan: Monthly payments are payments of even amounts on the third day of every month, prior to the start of camp. For example, registering in March for a $350 camp reservation that is scheduled for July will automatically charge your payment method $116.67 on April 3rd, May 3rd and June 3rd.

Regardless of the payment choice you make, the system will require that you enter a payment method in order to complete registration.

Outlined below are some basic skills that help campers have a successful week at camp, as they work through transitions, are part of a group, and deal with a new routine. Our goal is for all campers to have fun and receive the support they need to have a good week. We hire incredible staff and can accommodate and work with most campers of varying abilities and needs. We are limited in our capacity to meet severely challenging behaviors and unable to provide one-on-one services with camp staff. Hopefully, this list can help determine whether or not your child is ready for Farmer Camp here. 

• Campers use basic or are starting to use basic and safe coping mechanisms following an event that causes frustration, sadness, anger, or other big emotions. 
• Campers are able to ask for help and communicate their basic needs. 
• Campers stay with their group throughout the day with minimal reminders. 
• Campers can follow basic verbal directions. 
• Campers manage their basic personal hygiene without assistance. This includes toileting and hand washing. 
• Campers demonstrate basic, age-appropriate social and emotional skills such as managing personal boundaries, communication of needs, and peaceful conflict resolution.  

We highly encourage you to reach out to our office (425-330-3084) to discuss your campers’ specific needs, how we can accommodate them, or if you are still unsure if Farmer Camp would be a good fit. We are very much willing to do what is reasonably within our capacity, while ensuring the health and safety of our staff and all of camp, to help your camper have a safe and successful week. 

If your camper has support or accommodations such as an IEP, ISP, 504 plan, one-on-one aid, etc., we encourage you to chat with our Farmer Camp Manager to discuss your child’s needs. 

How does Farm Camp staff support our campers? 
We strive to welcome and provide a rich and educational environment for campers who are neurodivergent or who have a disability. 

• Staff provide age-appropriate support and can help campers work through big emotions, difficult moments, and collaborate with campers to develop peaceful conflict resolution if needed. 
• Staff support individual campers and groups with transitions using facilitation techniques that may include visual schedules, verbal reminders, and positive affirmations. 
• Staff allow campers choice when possible and safe for the group and individual and recognizes that participation and engagement looks different for all campers. 

What Farm Camp cannot provide: 

• Extensive behavioral support that requires continuous 1:1 attention to a camper 
• If your child receives 1:1 support at school they typically need and benefit from 1:1 support at camp as a new environment, new people, and new routine can be overwhelming. Swans Trail Farms Farmer Camp staff cannot provide 1:1 services.

Please use this link to visit our camps accessibility and inclusion page to learn more about how camp operates and our available resources to make the best decision for your camper.

Please email farmercamp@swanstrailfarms.com for further questions and more information about available camper support. If you have questions regarding our ability to support your camper and their medical needs at camp, please contact us at 425-330-3084.

During registration, you may enter one mutual grouping request. To be placed together, both campers must be in the same program and have each other listed in their UltraCamp account. Although we make every effort to honor your grouping preference whenever possible, please understand that we can never guarantee that children will be grouped together.

Farmer Camp is designed to be a welcoming, supportive experience for every child. If your camper feels a little nervous, that’s completely normal—many children arrive not knowing anyone and quickly make new friends. Talking with your child ahead of time about spending time outdoors, meeting animals, and trying new activities can help build excitement and confidence.

Campers should wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing that can handle a little farm dust or mud. Please apply sunscreen before arrival and send a water bottle so they stay comfortable while enjoying their time on the farm.

Our camp leaders are experienced, encouraging, and focused on helping every camper feel included, safe, and excited to learn.