Who We Are
Bellwether Farm Camp, Retreat, and Education Center offers a model of sustainable living that promotes physical and spiritual wellness, fidelity to the environment, and social justice.
Programming
Nestled into the curves of the Vermillion River, Bellwether Farm is a camp, retreat, and education center dedicated to exposing the wider community to the creation that sustains all of life. As a working farm, its life focuses on four primary activities.
Facilities & Grounds
Bellwether Farm is a unique and affordable option for your next gathering. The center offers brand new facilities featuring a green technology, renewable energy, and water reclamation systems.
Get Involved
Find ways to get involved with Bellwether Farm including volunteer opportunities and ways to give.
November 2026
The Garden of Poisonous Delights, A Murder Mystery Dinner Party
SOLD OUT
Friday, November 06, 2026
We are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting our first ever Murder Mystery Dinner Party! Enjoy a delicious Farm-to-Table dinner while solving a murder!
Volunteer Day
Thursday, November 12, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Thanksgiving at Bellwether Farm
You are warmly invited to an unforgettable Thanksgiving celebration at Bellwether Farm.
Thursday, November 19, 2026
Join us for a delightful evening filled with crafting and indulging in a sumptuous farm-to-table Thanksgiving feast.
December 2026
Iconography Retreat
Tuesday, December 08 through Sunday, December 13, 2026
The art of making icons. An iconographer who aspires to make a theological statement may be said to “write” an icon.
Volunteer Appreciation Banquet
Thursday, December 17, 2026
It's time for us to come together as a community and honor the hard work and achievements of our volunteers!
January 2027
Women's Christmas Retreat
Thursday, January 07 through Saturday, January 09, 2027
This gathering is designed with time for rest and reflection, time for play and exploration, and, most importantly, time to be with one another in community.
Hobby Retreat
Friday, January 15 through Sunday, January 17, 2027
Imagine escaping to a cozy winter hobby retreat where the chill outside provides the perfect excuse to indulge in your favorite hobbies.
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Sourdough Starter, Loaves, Jams & Butters
Saturday, January 16, 2027
February 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Maple Syrup Process at the Farm
Saturday, February 13, 2027
Valentine's Dinner
Saturday, February 13 through Sunday, February 14, 2027
Indulge in a romantic escape this Valentine’s Day, where you and your beloved will enjoy delicious food and a quiet ambiance. Spending the night is optional!
March 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Scratch-made Pierogis
Saturday, March 13, 2027
Wool School
Come with curiosity and leave with new skills, new friends, and new hobbies!
Friday, March 19 through Sunday, March 21, 2027
April 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Beeswax Candles, Wraps & Chapsticks
Saturday, April 17, 2027
May 2027
Rogation Day: A Blessing of the Fields Event at Bellwether Farm
A worship service focused on the earth, agriculture, harvests, and human labor
Sunday, May 02, 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Gardening Basics & Microgreens
Saturday, May 08, 2027
Mother's Day Brunch
This Mother’s Day, let us help you create a memorable experience.
Sunday, May 09, 2027
Bellwether Farm Open House
Curious about what Bellwether Farm is all about? Come hang out with us!
Sunday, May 16, 2027
July 2027
10 Year Anniversary Celebration!
Day Event with Optional Overnight Stay
Saturday, July 10 through Sunday, July 11, 2027
Join us for a memorable 10-year anniversary celebration at Bellwether Farm, where the essence of community, nature, and joy comes together in a weekend.
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Poultry Husbandry
Saturday, July 24, 2027
September 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Natural Tie Dye & Eco Printing
Saturday, September 18, 2027
October 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Herbal Tea Tasting & Bellwether Farm Beef Tallow Lotions
Saturday, October 09, 2027
November 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Goat's Milk Soap & Homemade Salves
Saturday, November 20, 2027
Thanksgiving at Bellwether Farm
SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, November 20, 2027
Join us for a delightful evening filled with crafting and indulging in a sumptuous farm-to-table Thanksgiving feast.
December 2027
Homesteading Retreat
SAVE THE DATE!
Thursday, December 16 through Sunday, December 19, 2027
Bellwether Farm Workshop
Sugar Cookie Decorating
Saturday, December 18, 2027
Farm-To-Table Winter Solstice Dinner
Come celebrate the first day of winter with us.
Sunday, December 19, 2027
Join us for an enchanting evening of connection, creativity, and comfort as we embrace the longest night of the year with heartwarming traditions and locally sourced delights.
Donate Today
Bellwether Farm is a model of green technology featuring passive buildings, renewable energy, and more. It is a vehicle through which we can teach the wider community about fidelity to the environment, nutrition, physical and spiritual wellness, local food sourcing, food justice, and sustainable living.
Volunteer
Volunteer around Bellwether Farm. Opportunities are posted as they become available.