Program Calendar — Summer 2008 Programs

Welcome to our Summer 2008 Programs page!

Not Registering Online? Download your forms here and then mail them into The FARM Institute: Summer Camp Form [Word][PDF] Wee Farmer Form [Word][PDF] WISP Form [Word][PDF]

Click to set up summer program carpooling!

Need some information on our summer programs? Well look no further. Our programs are designed to connect children to the culture of agriculture through fun, exciting, and informative farm experiences. Our belief is that just about everything a child learns—values, work ethic, teamwork, commitment to community, caring for the land, even the "3-Rs"—are experienced on the FARM. It is our joy to work with our young students and help them grow alongside our plants and animals. For more information, read the information below and click on our Summer 2008 brochure below.

We offer the following summer programs:

• Summer Camp (ages 4-14) - FAQ
• Work Income Sharing Project (WISP, ages 11-15) - FAQ
• Wee Farmer (ages 2-4) - Info
• NEW Teen Appreticeship Program - Info

Our summer programs offer children experiences in:

• Farming and gardening
• Land preservation
• Humane livestock management
• Nutritional awareness
• Farm arts and crafts
• The culture and history of Vineyard farming

Our lessons aim to increase awareness and practical knowledge of the

• interconnectedness of all living things
• meaning of sustainable agriculture
• breeds of animals
• vegetable varieties and heirlooms
• benefits of accessing local agriculture
• ecology of Martha's Vineyard
• cycles of farm life
• fiber crafts
• habits of eating healthy

The FARM Institute is looking forward to having you and your family join our summer programs in 2008. Please take a look at the different programs and experiences you will find on the farm. For more information, contact us at

The FARM Institute - Post Office Box 1868 - Edgartown, Massachusetts 02539 - (508) 627-7007