Summer Camps

Summer in the Soil Urban Agriculture Camps combine greening & growing, cooking, green arts, S.T.E.A.M. and youth development activities for a summer of exploration and growth! From roots to fruits to compost pile, campers will examine where their food comes from and why it matters… and have lots of fun!

 
Location: PS 516 in Sunset Park, Brooklyn

Dates: July 8 – August 16

Grades: Students entering K-5th

Register HERE for Summer in the Soil 2019 at PS 516 Sunset Park!

Questions? Check out our sample daily and weekly schedules below. Still have questions? Check out our Sunset Park location Summer in the Soil 2019 FAQ!

This activity is not sponsored or endorsed by the Department of Education of the City of New York.

About our Unique Pricing Model at PS516 in Sunset Park

To ensure all families have access to high-quality and exciting summer camp opportunities, City Growers offers 45 full scholarships to free-lunch qualifying families living in City Council District 38. This is made possible through year-round fundraising by the City Growers team, and the generous sponsors and donors passionate about our mission. The remaining 15-20 spots are offered at cost, resulting in a below-market-rate price point.

Sample Daily Schedule

9:00-9:15— Morning Rally: all campers together!
9:15-10:00— Morning Meeting: community-building games
Snack*
10:00-12:00— Greening and Growing
12:00-1:00— Free time & Lunch
1:00-2:30— Eco Clubs Choice: Green Arts, Cooking or Garden
2:30-2:40— Closing Circle & Reflection
2:45-3:00— Pick up
3:00-6:00— After Care*

*optional

Sample Weekly Schedule

Mondays & Thursdays:
AM: Greening & Growing
PM: Clubs! Eco Arts and Garden

Wednesdays:
Trip Day!

Tuesdays & Fridays:
AM: Local Park Field Day
PM: Clubs! Eco Arts and Garden