2010 Calendar of Events and Classes
Please call Camp Joy at 831-338-3651 so we can know how many will attend.
We welcome you to picnic in the garden before or after class.
Camp Joy Members receive a $5.00 discount on classes - join any time!
$25 annual dues. (We are looking into the ability to accept credit cards. Check back to our website, or call).
Ongoing Events:
Tuesday we are closed to visitors as this is our Home Farm Day, thank you!
Thursday is Volunteer/Open Garden Day. Every season presents different tasks which can always use extra hands. Springtime is seed propagation, preparing beds, transplanting and a LOT of weeding. Summer gives way to watering, more weeding and cultivation and reaping the bountiful harvest. In fall we focus on cover cropping and preparing for the annual wreath sale. Call or just come by. Talk to us if you are interested in working with us on a longer term basis with specific Camp Joy projects. 9:00 am till 1:00 pm or by arrangement.
Flower, Fruit and Vegetable CSA Shares
Put Camp Joy on your table all summer long. Community Supported Agriculture is a way to directly support the formers by subscribing to a weekly pick up of produce from early June through October. Please call for more details if you are interested. Space is limited and first come is first served. A couple of openings are available for discounted shares if you can commit to regular harvest help during those months.
Apprenticeship Program
One of the ways Camp Joy fulfills its mission of teaching sustainable agriculture is by hosting farm apprentices each year. These enthusiastic individuals help to make the garden and our programs thrive. They arrive in April and stay on to see the season through the grand finale of the Wreath Sale.
Classes and Events
Pruning Workshops
$20/$15 members
Fruit Trees: Saturday March 13th 10:00-12:00 noon
Demonstration and guidance on pruning dormant fruit trees taught by Leifin Nelson
Shrub Rehab: Saturday June 19th 10:00-12:00 noon
Summer pruning tips taught by Leifin Nelson
Garden Tours for school-age children on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
We’ll show you around the farm, then you can have your snack in the gazebo. We are happy to customize your visit to your current curriculum.
Cost is $5 per person. BY RESERVATION ONLY – CALL TO RESERVE.
Spring - April 6th until June 2nd
Fall - September 7th until October 27th
Get Your Garden Going
Saturday April 10th 10:00-12:00 noon, $20/$15 members
Discussion and demonstration of bed preparation, fertility management using both winter and summer cover crops, taught by Chris Menge
Children’s Programs
For more information, contact Vanessa at 338-3626 or email
Thursdays and Fridays 9-1 pm for Ages 3-5: An alternative educational opportunity in a garden setting. The program will provide children with a seasonal open-ended curriculum that fosters the connection between the earth and our health as humans on the planet. It will also facilitate social/emotional growth through a rich understanding of Early Childhood Development. Please register early so we can plan for our fun!
Four week session in April - Fridays only - April 2–30 $160 session
Six week sessions: $240 per session
Spring: May 6th - June 11th;
Summer: July 8th - Aug 13th;
Fall: Oct. 1st - Nov 12th
Week-long Summer Camps for Ages 5-10: Mon-Fri, 9-1 pm
June 28th-July 2nd and August 16th-20th
$40 a day/ $200 for the whole week. RSVP to Vanessa.
Family Farm Fun Days
2nd Saturday of the month begins April 10th 10-1:00 pm
Join us for an open-ended garden day. Garden activities will be offered or you can walk about and explore what interests you. Camp Joy's animals are always a hit with the little people and we have a separate children's garden with a play structure! Bring a picnic lunch if you like. RSVP to Vanessa.
Toddler Walk
10-12 Every other Weds April 14th – Oct. 13th, $10 family, RSVP to Vanessa.
Animals, flowers, veggies, fruits and more! Come share Camp Joy Garden magic with your toddler.
Spring Garden Brunch
Sunday, May 2nd 11:00-1:00 pm
Enjoy the company of the birds and the bees under the fragrant roses, share garden chatter and tasty brunch treats with campers and friends. $25/$20 members Reservations required.
Spring Plant Sale!!
Saturday and Sunday May 8th and 9th 9:00-3:00pm
Get your soil prepared and pop over to pick up your plants. Purchase our favorite varieties of tomatoes and peppers and other vegetable, herb and flower seedlings as well as one gallon perennials. Honey, salve, seeds and beautiful Mother’s Day bouquets will be available for sale.
Second Chance Plant Sale
Saturday May 15th 9:00-1:00 pm
Did you miss it last week? Or did you realize you need some more? The garden will be open a second weekend afternoon so you can get your seedlings and starter plants.
Plein Air Day at Camp Joy
Sunday May 16th 9:00 till 4:00 pm
Co-sponsored with Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, proceeds from this day of painting outdoors in the open air benefit youth scholarships for both non-profits. Come when the morning is fresh and the light is new. Bring your gear and stay for lunch; paint on into the afternoon if you wish. Pre-registration required. Lunch $25
Garden Dinner Parties
Saturdays July 24th & September 11th 5:00-8:00 pm
Enjoy the blessings of the garden at these relaxing evening suppers surrounded by the fruits of our labor. Wonderful food!! Great company!! Call now to reserve your space, seating is limited.
$35/$25 members Local wine and organic beer available – $10 additional
Family Summer Supper Event
Saturday June 12th 4:00-6:00 pm
We’re customizing the menu and the ambiance of this early summer dinner party to fit kids and their grownups – home made mac and cheese, veggie nibbles, strawberry shortcake and hand churned ice cream. Freesia Raine will join us for music and song. $40 for family of 4.
Cheese Making Classes
Saturdays July 10th and August 21st 9:00 - 11:00 am
Learn to make several lovely goat cheeses, come at 8 if you want to see how we milk the goats! $20/$15 members
New Leaf Market Community Day
Thursday October 28th 12-6 pm
Support both your local farmers and your local market by shopping at either Boulder Creek or Felton New Leaf Markets on this day. 5% of the day’s profits will go to Camp Joy. A heartfelt thank you to New Leaf for their long-time generosity to so many organizations in our San Lorenzo Valley community.
34th Annual Wreath Sale!!
Sunday November 21st 11:00-3:00 pm
Join us for our annual Open House and Harvest - dried wreaths, garlic, candles, honey, other crafts for sale and yummy treats to sample and buy. Support Camp Joy with your holiday shopping and enjoy autumn at the farm.
No one will be turned away from learning! Scholarships available.
Camp Joy Gardens 131 Camp Joy Rd. BC, CA (831)338-3651 email