Pathfinders Summer Camp (Ages 6–8)

Pathfinders Summer Camp at Hidden Bee Farm

Ages 6 to 8

Hidden Bee Farm Summer Camps

Pathfinders
Summer Camp

A hands-on summer camp for curious kids who love adventure, animals, creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and the outdoors. Every camp includes water, mud, and real summer fun throughout the day. Bonus Friday, Adventure and Survival Camp, July 6 to 10, adds even more action, challenge, and the kind of outdoor adventure older kids get excited about.

We welcome neurodiverse learners and children of all abilities and strive to create a supportive, respectful space where every child can thrive.

Save Your Spot

Dates

June 8 – July 10

Week of June 29 – July 3 off

Hours

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sibling extended stay option available one week

Location

Hidden Bee Farm

753 Carters Creek Pike, Columbia, TN

Tuition

$175 / camp

$50 deposit holds your spot

What Camp Is Like

Bigger Experiences,
Growing Independence

Pathfinders Summer Camp is designed for children who are ready for longer days, bigger experiences, and growing independence in a supportive, encouraging environment.

Each camp has a theme, but camp days are intentionally varied. Campers take part in hands-on activities that blend farm life, science, art, building, problem-solving, and outdoor adventure. With more planned activities and interactive projects this year, days are full, engaging, and thoughtfully paced to keep kids interested, moving, and having fun.

Animal experiences are part of every day through guided, age-appropriate interaction woven naturally into the camp experience.

Campers should expect to get wet, get messy, and head home happily tired. This is an active camp that encourages curiosity, confidence, and connection while leaving plenty of room for fun.

June and July 2026

Camp Weeks and Themes

Each week has a light theme focus while still including a mix of activities every day. Families are encouraged to choose camps based on schedule rather than theme.

Week One

Explore and Discover

June 8 – 11

Farm life and animal care
Nature investigations and outdoor science
Mapping, scavenger hunts, and exploration challenges

Week Two

Build and Create

June 15 – 18

Hands-on building and engineering projects
Art using natural and mixed materials
Problem-solving and teamwork challenges

Week Three

Experiment and Invent

June 22 – 25

Mad scientist-style experiments
Simple chemistry, physics, and STEM activities
Trial-and-error challenges and creative thinking

Week Four

Adventure and Survival

July 6 – 10

Bonus Friday

Outdoor skills and navigation basics
Team challenges and obstacle courses
Strategy games and cooperative missions

Activities and projects change each camp. Campers attending multiple camps will experience new materials, new challenges, and fresh activities each time.

Every Day at Camp

Daily Flow and Outdoor Time

A Typical Day

How the Day Flows

Morning check-in and group plan
Guided hands-on activity or project
Outdoor exploration and movement
Lunch and downtime
Afternoon challenge, game, or build
Wrap-up and reflection

Clear expectations. Plenty of movement. Space for creativity and independence.

Weather and Outdoors

Outdoor Time Every Day

Outdoor time is a core part of Pathfinders Camp. We monitor conditions closely and make thoughtful decisions based on safety and comfort.

Light rain and typical summer weather do not automatically keep us indoors. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, or extreme heat will move activities inside and adjust the day as needed.

Camp days include outdoor exploration, creative projects, animal time, and supervised water play. Children should come dressed for outdoor play and ready to get messy.

Tuition and Fees

Pricing

Camp Tuition $175 per child, per camp

Deposit $50 holds your spot, applied to tuition

Remaining Balance $125 due by May 1

Add-On Option

Sibling Extended Stay

June 23 – June 27 only. For families with siblings enrolled in the 12 to 16 year old camp, an optional extended stay until 3:00 PM may be available for Pathfinders campers during this camp.

Pre-registration required. Limited spots. Available only if space and staffing allow.

$50 for the camp.

Enrollment and Refunds

Caps, Minimums, and Policy

Camp enrollment is capped to maintain quality and supervision. Each camp requires a minimum enrollment to run. Families will be notified in advance if a camp does not meet minimum enrollment.

Summer camp payments are non-refundable. If space allows, campers may transfer to another camp. Transfers are not guaranteed and depend on availability.

Before You Pack

What to Bring and Safety

Pack List

What to Bring and Wear

Closed-toe shoes (required)
Snack, lunch, and water bottle
Comfortable clothes that can get messy
Extra change of clothes
Sunscreen applied before arrival and packed for reapplication

This is an active, hands-on camp. Campers will get dirty. Please send children in clothes you do not mind getting messy.

Peace of Mind

Safety and Supervision

Camp is led by CPR and First Aid trained, background-checked staff with thoughtful supervision throughout the day.

Children are supervised indoors and outdoors at all times. Animal interactions are planned and guided, never unsupervised.

Clear routines and expectations help campers feel confident and ready to take on new challenges each day.

Spots Are Limited

Ready to Register?

Registration is required. Spots fill quickly and are held with a $50 deposit applied toward tuition.

Have questions about fit, schedule, or the sibling extended stay week? Call us at 1-931-674-1790 or reach out through our contact page.