Scouts & Community Groups
Adventures, Badges, and Farm-Fueled Fun
A One-of-a-Kind Setting
Whether you're planning a scout badge workshop, a team-building day, or an unforgettable overnight, Hansel Hill Farm offers a one-of-a-kind setting for youth groups, schools, and community organizations. Our farm is a living, working experience where kids can learn, explore, and connect with nature.
We’ve welcomed Girl Scouts, BSA troops, universities, preschools, private schools, and nonprofits of all kinds. We’re happy to help you customize your visit to match your group’s goals, badge requirements, or curriculum.
Plan Your Visit
We offer both weekday evening visits, typically for an hour, between 5-8pm as well as Friday night overnights, each designed to be flexible, affordable, and full of interactive learning.
All visits include:
A private hayride
Hands-on animal encounters
Use of our pavilion with tables, lighting, and restrooms
A warm, welcoming environment with guidance from our team
For overnight groups, we also include access to our yurt—a cozy, heated, electricity-equipped space that sleeps up to 10—and space for additional tents.
Friday Night Scout Overnights
Camp under the stars while learning life skills in a safe, semi-rustic farm setting. Scout overnights include:
Private yurt lodging with room for up to 10 scouts
Pavilion with grill, fire pit, bathrooms, and kitchenette
Animal visits and badge-related activities
Evening hayride and lightning bug catching
Optional marshmallow roasting and farm crafts
Groups typically arrive between 4:00–6:00 pm and check out by 9:30 am the next morning.
Pricing
Our pricing is designed to be flexible and accessible for all kinds of groups.
Troop Weekday Visit
$50 per 10 scouts (we require a 5 kid minimum to book)
1-hour visit focused on badge requirements + playtime
Overnight Yurt (All-Inclusive)
$35 per camper
Includes everything listed above (hayride, animal visits, badge support, yurt, fire pit)
Overnight Yurt (Unassisted)
$150 total
Includes pavilion, yurt, and amenities but no hands-on activities or staff guidance
Add-on options include:
Marshmallow roasting: $25
Bee suit exploration: $25 per scout
Animal snacks: $15 per group
Egg collecting: $15 per dozen eggs (collect them and use them for breakfast in the morning!)
Honey jarring or biodome activity: $5 each
We recommend booking at least 3 months in advance, especially for overnights.
Payment Policy & Options
To reserve your spot for any Hansel Hill Farm event (whether it’s a birthday party, school visit, scout overnight, or seasonal celebration) payment in full is required at the time of booking. If you would like to establish a payment plan, please contact us here.
Refund Policy
Life happens, and we understand plans sometimes change. Here’s how refunds work:
100% refund if canceled 30 days or more before your scheduled event
50% refund if canceled 14–29 days before your event
25% refund if canceled 5–13 days before your event
No refund if canceled 4 days or less before your event
If you need to reschedule due to an emergency, we’ll do our best to accommodate you.
Weather Policy
We love welcoming guests to the farm year-round, and most events are rain or shine. After all, animals still need feeding and fun still happens in boots!
However, safety is always our priority.
In the event of extreme weather (including heavy rain, high winds, or nearby lightning or thunder), we will work with you to reschedule your event or issue a full refund.
If both your party and the farm team agree that the weather poses a significant issue, a mutually agreed-upon cancellation will qualify for a 100% refund.
For birthday parties and private group events, we always offer the option to select a preferred rain date at booking, and we’ll do everything we can to accommodate that if needed.
How to Book
Booking is easy - click below.
Scouts & Community Groups: FAQs
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We’ve worked with Girl Scout troops, Boy Scouts, local school clubs, nonprofit youth programs, universities, and more. If your group is looking for a farm-based adventure or a space to earn a badge, we’re happy to help design something just right.
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Our yurt sleeps up to 10 comfortably, and there’s room for additional tents nearby. Most scout leaders bring their own tent and sleep just outside the main group to give scouts more space and independence.
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Your group will have access to the pavilion (with tables, chairs, lighting, and Bluetooth speakers), fire pit and grill, bathroom, and a small kitchenette with electricity and a mini fridge. The yurt is also equipped with electricity and can be heated if needed.
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We do not stay overnight with groups, but we help guide the early part of the evening with farm activities and badge support. Leaders are responsible for supervising their scouts at all times. We’re always close by if you need help or have questions.
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Yes! Our most popular options include a flashlight hayride, catching lightning bugs, and marshmallow roasting around the fire. We love helping create a magical evening under the stars.
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Sleeping bag or bedding
Flashlight
Food, snacks, and drinks
Pajamas and change of clothes
Bug spray and any needed medications
Badge worksheets or supplies if working on specific requirements
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Definitely. Just let us know what badge or skills you're working on, and we’ll help customize your visit. Whether it’s learning about pollination, farm animal care, or sustainability, we’ve got activities to support your goals.
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Join Us
Whether you're here to gather with one another, sip our own “Farmhouse Roast” coffee after yoga, or shop our online store for pantry staples and eggs—you’re part of our story.
