Outdoor Summer Camps for Ages 3 to 16
Hidden Bee Learning offers outdoor summer camps for children and teens ages 3 to 16. Expect muddy shoes, wet clothes, messy hands, animal time, outdoor adventures, creative fun, and camp days kids will actually talk about on the way home.
Camps are grouped by age so each one feels like the right fit, with the kind of fun, challenge, and hands-on experience that matches the kids in it.
Ages
3 to 16
Four age-specific camp programs
Format
Weekly sessions
Register by the week, spaces are limited
Location
Hidden Bee Farm
753 Carters Creek Pike, Columbia, TN
Staff
CPR and First Aid Certified
Background checked and fingerprinted
How Our Camp Is Different
By grouping campers by age, each group gets a richer camp experience with activities, pace, messy fun, social connection, and challenges that truly fit the kids in it.
Summer 2026 Camp Programs
Ages 3 to 5
Little Explorers Summer Camp
A half-day outdoor camp built around gentle structure, farm exploration, animal time, nature play, and early creative learning. Perfect for preschoolers ready for their first camp experience.
Dates
June 8 – June 26
Hours
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuition
$135 / week
Ages 6 to 8
Pathfinders Summer Camp
A full-day camp with structured mornings and outdoor afternoons packed with farm work, animal care, creative projects, and exploration. Campers bring lunch and stay engaged all day.
Dates
June 8 – July 10
Hours
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuition
$175 / week
Ages 8 to 11
Trailblazers Summer Camp
A full-day camp for older elementary campers featuring creek play, outdoor challenges, hands-on builds, farm projects, and team activities with a growing sense of independence and adventure.
Dates
June 8 – July 10
Hours
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuition
$175 / week
Ages 12 to 16
New for 2026Pioneers – Advanced Farm & Skills Program
A mentor-led week of real-world skill building including survival skills, first aid, fire and tool safety, land navigation, construction projects, and daily farm work. Led by an experienced Scoutmaster and a commissioned U.S. Army officer.
Dates
June 23 – June 27
Hours
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuition
$250 / week
What to Expect Across All Camps
Outdoor-first programs
Camp days are spent outside on the farm. Indoor spaces are used only during severe weather or when a specific activity requires it.
Hands-on learning every day
No passive watching. Campers build, explore, create, and do real things from the first morning to the last.
Age-appropriate expectations
Each camp is its own program built specifically for that age group. Expectations, pacing, and activities match where campers actually are.
Expect mud, water, and tired kids
Campers should plan to get wet, dirty, and worn out in the best possible way. Pack accordingly.
Safety and Supervision
Our standard across every camp, every day.
All teachers and camp counselors are background checked and fingerprinted.
Staff are trained in CPR and emergency first aid.
Thoughtful supervision throughout the entire camp day with a clear daily structure.
Animal visits and outdoor activities are supervised with direct staff presence at all times.
Indoor spaces used only during severe weather or activity-specific needs.
Ready to Register or Have Questions?
Registration is required and spaces fill quickly. A deposit holds your spot. If you are not sure which camp is the right fit or want to talk through options, we are happy to help.
Questions? Call us at 931-674-1790 and we are glad to talk it through.
