Spence's Community Farm is a 204 year old family farm transformed into a versatile teaching environment with a program built around life on a family farm.  Our low mentor/camper ratio allows each child personal attention.

Our primary goal is to empower greatness in children, and our experiential programs are designed to increase each child's personal knowledge and self-esteem.  Our camp is distinguished by its commitment to personal growth.  Each day we begin with a discussion of one of our 5 daily themes:

Partnership
Communication
Goal setting
Personal responsibility
Breakdowns

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Problem solving

Acknowledgement session
At the end of each day we review the daily theme and share the positive behaviors, important accomplishments and friendships that have been made.  Lots of appreciation goes to the horses and farm animals too! 

With our horse programs we developed the CRAFTS of Partnership:

COMMUNICATION
RESPECT
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
FRIENDSHIP
TRUST
SETTING GOOD BOUNDARIES

Spence's Farm
6407 Mill House Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
phone: (919) 968-8581
fax: (919) 968-7618
email:
spencesfarm@aol.com

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EIN for summer camps is #204012638
Summer Camp 2013
June 10th - August 23rd

Summer Camp 2013 Registration and Agreement 

Spence's Farm Emergency and Permission Form

Junior Mentor Application

Summer Camp Things to Know
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August 2012-June 2013 After-School Handbook
 
Summer Camp

Our campers are divided into Rainbows, Trailblazers, Beginner Horse Immersion, Intermediate Horse Immersion and Junior Mentors.

At one time, family, friends and neighbors took an active responsibility  in raising children.  They were given the title of Aunt, Uncle or Grandparent. As a trusted guide and wise teacher, this vital relationship helped young adults become positive contributors in the larger community.  We have re-created this family farm environment with our Mentors and Junior Mentors so your family can experience these values.  We have chosen our Mentor/Leaders because of their life experiences and knowledge, and their ability to be positive role models for children. 

The Rainbow Program (RB):
Rainbows typically 5-7 years old are the youngest group.  Each group of  6-8 children will have a Mentor assigned for the entire week. The Rainbows will be in their small groups for most activity periods and periodically join together as a larger group. The Mentors have flexibility depending on the daily needs of the individuals in the group.
Rainbow Activities Horseback riding 3 times a week, swimming, Creek stomp, arts & crafts, hiking, gardening, water play, story time, games and more.

The Trailblazer Program:
Trailblazers typically 8-12 years old exhibit an increased level of maturity & independence. Trailblazers usually have a 6/1 camper/mentor ratio and rotate between scheduled activities from 9 am to 11am, including: Horses, woodworking, pottery, hiking, creative expression, gardening, Creek Stomp & Farm Hands. From 12:30 to 2:30 they will have a choice of activities. 

Junior Mentors (JM):
JM's need to be 12 years old or older.  Entry into our JM Program is by application and interview.  After the interview by our Program Director, we will decide with the JM which area(s) at the farm they will work.

To be a JM at Spence's Farm they must be a young adult who after they have learned something, desire to teach or help others to become successful as well.  Junior Mentor's learn valuable life skills.

Besides being their first job, we provide opportunities to  apprentice in an area of interest; and practice being a good role model.

Junior Mentors must complete an Online Application and submit it via the web site. Upon receiving your application an interview will be scheduled by the director.

Horsemanship Immersion Program
The groups will attend Horsemanship classes for both periods of their camp day, except when they go to Creek Stomp on Wednesday.   

A skills test will be given on Monday morning to determine placement based on skill level. Spots will be filled on a first come first served basis. 

Basic Camp Schedule

7:30-8:15 Early Arrivals
8:30-9:00 Daily Theme Discussion
9:00-11:00 1st Period & snack time
11:00-12:00 Swim time M, T, Th, F
11:30-2:30 Wednesday- Creek Stomp
12:00-12:30  Lunch
12:30-2:30 2nd Period/ Trailblazer Electives
2:30-3:00 Acknowledgment Session
3:00-3:30 Snack & pick-ups
3:30-6:00 After Care & Enrichment classes

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