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.
May 2026
Live Music
Saturday, May 09, 2026
Join us at the Farm for some Live Music from The Divots in our outdoor Amphitheater!
Mother's Day Brunch
SOLD OUT
Sunday, May 10, 2026
Mothers make the most immense contributions to their families daily, and it’s time to express our gratitude! This Mother’s Day, let us help you create a memorable experience.
Staycation & Workcation
Monday, May 25 through Friday, May 29, 2026
Feeling like you need a break? Craving a peaceful retreat to focus on school, work, or personal projects? Join us at the Farm for just that.
Summer Camp Open House
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Curious about what summer camp is all about? Wonder where you will sleep? Want to meet the awesome camp counselors? Come and hang out with us and take a tour of the Farm.
June 2026
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, June 03, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Family Camp
Friday, June 05 through Sunday, June 07, 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!
Roadside Market
Saturday, June 06, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
Summer Camp Session 1 (9-12 Grade)
Sunday, June 07 through Friday, June 12, 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.
Roadside Market
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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.
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Roadside Market
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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.
Roadside Market
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
July 2026
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, July 01, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Roadside Market
Saturday, July 04, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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
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!
Roadside Market
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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!
Roadside Market
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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!
Roadside Market
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
August 2026
Roadside Market
Saturday, August 01, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
Volunteer Day
Wednesday, August 05, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Roadside Market
Saturday, August 08, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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.
Roadside Market
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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.
Roadside Market
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
Roadside Market
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
September 2026
Roadside Market
Saturday, September 05, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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.
Roadside Market
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
Volunteer Day
Sunday, September 13, 2026
We will always offer a variety of service projects suitable for everyone!
Roadside Market
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
Roadside Market
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Visit our Airstream Trailer for a delightful selection of seasonal fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, granola, honey, and freshly cut flowers!
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!
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.