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.
June 2026
Summer Camp Session 2 (6-9 Grade)
Sunday, June 14 through Friday, June 19, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Yoga in the Barn
Join us for Yoga in the Barn!
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Father's Day BBQ & Canoe
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Dads, gear up for an unforgettable Lake Day with your family! We know how much you cherish your time, and we’re pulling out all the stops to make it a day to remember.
Summer Camp Session 3 (1-5 Grade)
Sunday, June 21 through Friday, June 26, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Summer Camp Session 3 Mini Camp (1-3 Grade)
Sunday, June 21 through Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Yoga in the Barn
Join us for Yoga in the Barn!
Saturday, June 27, 2026
July 2026
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, July 01, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Yoga in the Barn
Join us for Yoga in the Barn!
Saturday, July 04, 2026
Summer Camp Session 4 (3-9 Grade)
Sunday, July 05 through Friday, July 10, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Summer Camp Session 4 Mini Camp (2-4 Grade)
Sunday, July 05 through Tuesday, July 07, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Wool School
SOLD OUT!
Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12, 2026
Have you ever wondered how a sheep's fleece becomes yarn? Join us at Wool School to find out! Come with curiosity and leave with new skills, new friends, and new hobbies!
Summer Camp Session 5 (3-9 Grade)
Sunday, July 12 through Friday, July 17, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Summer Camp Session 5 Mini Camp (3-5 Grade)
Sunday, July 12 through Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Yoga in the Barn
Join us for Yoga in the Barn!
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Live Music
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Join us at the Farm for some Live Music from Local Musicians at our Amphitheater!
Summer Camp Session 6 (4-6 Grade)
Sunday, July 19 through Friday, July 24, 2026
Set on 137 acres of forest, farm, meadows, and water, our camp blends outdoor adventure with meaningful community, offering space to explore, reflect, and simply be themselves.
Family Camp
Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26, 2026
A wonderful opportunity to introduce your children to camp and spend time together! Come unplug with us at the farm as we shove an entire week of fun into an action packed weekend!
Yoga in the Barn
Join us for Yoga in the Barn!
Saturday, July 25, 2026
August 2026
Yoga in the Barn
Join us for Yoga in the Barn!
Saturday, August 01, 2026
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, August 05, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Farm-To-Table Dinner
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Join us for a Farm Tour, Canoeing & Fishing, and end your evening with a delicious Farm-to Table dinner.
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Farm-To-Table Dinner
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Join us for a Farm Tour, Guided Nature Hike, and then end your evening with a delicious Farm-to Table dinner.
September 2026
Farm-To-Table Dinner
Saturday, September 05, 2026
Join us for a Farm Tour, a delicious Farm-to Table dinner, and then end your evening with Line Dancing in our Barn!
Volunteer Day
Sunday, September 06, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Farm-To-Table Dinner
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Join us for a Farm Tour, Get Creative with Seasonal Crafts and then end your evening with a delicious Farm-to Table dinner.
Volunteer Day
Sunday, September 13, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
October 2026
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, October 07, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Volunteer Day
Sunday, October 11, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
November 2026
Murder Mystery Dinner Party
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
Saturday, December 19, 2026
It's time for us to come together as a community and honor the hard work and achievements of our volunteers!
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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.