Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 11–14 · $2,450/week
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Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing

Farm & Wilderness · $2,450/week

Farm & Wilderness offers a collection of rustic, Quaker-inspired overnight camps in Vermont, fostering community, self-reliance, and a connection to nature f...

▌ Editor's read The Farm & Wilderness Foundation operates several overnight camps, including Saltash Mountain and The Clearing, and their website (farmandwilderness.org) loads successfully. The organization is ACA accredited, with their accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating adherence to recognized safety and program standards. Founded in 1939 by Kenneth and Helen Webb, the organization has been operating for 85 years, showcasing a long history in youth development. It is structured as a nonprofit organization. The website explicitly states that 'All staff undergo background checks,' demonstrating a commitment to camper safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the camp's philosophy emphasizes close-knit communities. Google reviews for 'Farm & Wilderness' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 106 reviews, with many reviewers praising the unique, rustic, and community-focused experience. The camps offer an overnight program type, focusing on outdoor skills, simple living, and Quaker values.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194185+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 11–14

Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1941 (85 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 11–14
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 401 Farm and Wilderness Road, Plymouth, VT 05056, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Tiered tuition based on family income is available. Full tuition for a 3-week session is $7,200.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing

What ages does Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing accept?
Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing is open to children ages 11–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing cost?
Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing publishes $2,450/week for the standard session. USD. Tiered tuition based on family income is available. Full tuition for a 3-week session is $7,200. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing's hours?
Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing accredited?
Yes — Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 85 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing?
Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 85 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing provide lunch?
Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Plymouth?
Farm & Wilderness - Saltash Mountain - The Clearing is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Plymouth that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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