About This Activity
Good Pickin’ Farm offers hands-on, outdoor-focused camps that give kids a taste of farm life while encouraging creativity, responsibility, and curiosity. Good Pickin’ Farm’s summer programs cater to children ages 5–13 and run in weekly sessions. Kids experience:
- Animal care (goats, ponies, chickens, and more)
- Gardening, crafts, and nature exploration
- Outdoor games, pony rides, and water play
- Activities designed to be screen-free and seasonally immersive
The camp is split into age-appropriate groups, ensuring younger and older kids get engaging, developmentally suitable experiences. Full-day and half-day options are typically available.
Held during February and April school breaks, the school break day camps offer:
- A condensed version of summer camp with daily animal interaction
- Indoor and outdoor play, crafts, and light farm chores
- Flexible daily registration for families not needing the full week
These camps are a great way to get kids outside, engaged with nature, and learning through hands-on fun even when school is out.
Dates & Schedule
Year-round
Summer Camp
June 22 - August 21
Location
5 Gould Road
Westford MA, 01886
Costs & Pricing
Cost varies by camp theme. On average, expect to pay approximately $500-$700/week for full day summer camps and approximately $120/day for school holiday camps. To see exact pricing, please see here for summer camp details and here for school holiday camps.
How to Register
Programs can be signed up for online here.
Contact
Ratings & Reviews
What Parents Like
- Parents consistently highlight how much their kids enjoy feeding, petting, and caring for animals like goats, ponies, chickens, and rabbits. It’s frequently mentioned as the most memorable part of camp. (1, 2)
- Families appreciate the warm and attentive counselors who make campers feel welcome and safe. Many note their kids quickly bonded with the staff. (3)
- The opportunity to spend the day outside, getting dirty, and connecting with nature is a big draw. Parents love that the experience feels “real” and grounded. (1)
- Several reviewers note the intimate setting allowed for more individualized attention and helped their children feel comfortable. (2)
- In addition to animal care, parents liked the variety of structured crafts, gardening, and nature play offered throughout the day. (1)
What Parents Think Could be Improved
- A few parents noted that rainy days affected the variety of activities, with more time spent indoors than expected. (1)
Our Take
Good Pickin’ Farm’s summer and school break camps are widely praised by parents looking for a nurturing, unplugged, animal-rich day camp experience. The standout features are the authentic farm setting, strong child-staff connections, and the hands-on care with animals. While there are occasional critiques around communication and structure, the overall sentiment is that the farm offers a unique and enriching camp that many families return to year after year.