Registration Opens to Trustees Members on Thursday, January 8, 2026

Registration opens to all on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at noon

The Trustees offers two unique summer camp options at its signature properties in Hingham. Weir River Farm is a 75-acre historic farm, with fields and pastures surrounded by oak and red cedar woodlands edged by the Weir River. World’s End is a 400-acre peninsula with varied coastal, woodland, and salt marsh habitats complemented by rolling hills and panoramic water views. Our camps for ages 5–14 are inspired by these exceptional properties and build on The Trustees’ expertise in nature conservation, historic landscapes, regenerative agriculture, and coastal management.

Camp Details

At each location, campers enjoy outdoor, place-based activities that align with our environmental education mission. Campers will go home each afternoon with stories about their new camp friends and adventures!

Weir River Farm Camp
Campers spend time in the barnyard throughout each week, interacting with and learning to care for goats, sheep, chickens, pigs, and other farm friends. They develop gardening skills and fresh food appreciation in the Children’s Garden. They explore the surrounding woodland habitats, learning about local wildlife along the way. Each week also includes creative play, organized games, and enriching arts and crafts projects designed to instill the importance of agriculture and the environment.

Teen Stewards on the Farm work on authentic farm and trail projects in conjunction with our land stewards, livestock caretakers, and camp leadership staff. For returning Weir River Farm campers and new friends alike.

World’s End Camp
Campers spend each day exploring the rocky shores, beaches, fields, and woodlands of this unique peninsula habitat. Campers discover the plants, animals, sea life, and minerals that call this place home—and learn about the delicate balance that supports all living things. The Wakeman O’Donnell Center acts as our home base, providing shelter and opportunities for science activities. Creative projects, active games, friendship building, and fun are also part of every camp day.

Our South Shore Camps at Weir River Farm and World’s End are designed for campers who love the outdoors, caring for farm animals, getting their hands dirty, identifying sea creatures along the coast, connecting to the land, being independent learners, using their imagination, and tapping into their resilience no matter the weather. A team of talented, compassionate, and energetic educators support campers in their quest to connect to the natural world and find their place within it.

• If you have any inquiries about whether your camper will thrive at our camps, please contact the camp office.

2026 Camp Schedule

FULL DAY for Ages 5–11 (Weir River Farm) and Ages 5–10 (World’s End)
CIT PROGRAM for Ages 15–17

Week 1: June 22–26
Week 2: June 29–July 3
Week 3:  July 6–10
Week 4: July 13–17
Week 5: July 20–24
Week 6: July 27–31
Week 7: August 3–7
Week 8: August 10–14

Teen Stewards on the Farm for Ages 12–14 (Weir River Farm)
Designed especially for teen campers to dig deeper into the agricultural and ecological elements of the farm, become enthusiastic stewards of the land, and practice leadership skills through working with our campers and staff.

Week 3: July 6–10
Week 4: July 13–17
Week 5: July 20–24
Week 6: July 27–31

2026 Camp Pricing

Weir River Farm Camp for Ages 5–14 (includes Teen Stewards on the Farm)
9AM–3PM
Trustees Member Camper: $565/week
Nonmember Camper: $645/week

World’s End Camp for Ages 5–10
9AM–3PM
Trustees Member Camper: $565/week
Nonmember Camper: $645/week

Registration Information

Create or access your CampBrain account to register your camper. Here are some CampBrain Tips for navigating common sticking points during the process.

Payment, Payment Plans, & Financial Assistance
Payment is due in full by credit card or eCheck at the time of registration to confirm your session.

Payment plans are available to ease the expense of camp. Please contact the camp office before you register.

The Trustees is committed to providing outdoor camp experiences for everyone. Obtain Financial Assistance information online or contact the camp office. Although spots are held for eligible campers, please apply as early as possible as assistance is awarded on a rolling basis as space and funds allow.

Member Tuition Rate
Weir River Farm and World’s End are properties of The Trustees, a member-supported, nonprofit organization that protects and cares for 27,000 acres across Massachusetts. Trustees Family Members receive the $80 discounted tuition rate for each camper for each week of camp—plus free or discounted admission at 120+ special places, program discounts, and special event pre-sales all year round.

NEW Membership Procedure!
Membership purchases are no longer available during registration. Before you register, please be sure that you have your Membership number ready and a current Trustees Family Membership (or above) by using the Membership Lookup Tool.

Wait Lists
If any of your desired camp weeks are full, you will have the option to join the wait list as you register. Your credit card will not be charged for waitlisted sessions until you accept a session that becomes available.

What You Need to Register
Please have the following ready to proceed to registration:

• Annual physical and immunization forms
• Emergency and pick up contact info
• Camper insurance policy and doctor contact
• Credit card or eCheck information
• Your Membership number and expiration date (Membership Lookup Tool)

Buddy Requests
We pride ourselves on turning strangers into friends. For campers in the same age cohort, we do our best to honor buddy requests. However, due to licensing requirements and other logistics, requests cannot be guaranteed. All parties must initiate a buddy request when registering.

Refund, Cancellation, and Session Change Policy
Due to the high demand for camp and the complexities of registration administration, please select your camp weeks carefully. Refunds are not given for camper dismissal, failure to attend, absence, or sick days. Pro-rated refunds will be offered if camp is not able to open due to extreme weather.

• Prior to April 1, we are able to refund tuition less $150 per camper per week.
• After April 1, we are not able to issue any tuition refunds for cancelled sessions, even if spots are refilled.
• Session change requests will be fulfilled if space allows. There is a $75 per camper per week session change fee.

Licensure
South Shore Camps comply with all regulations required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and is licensed by the Hingham Board of Health. Parents have the right to request and review the following policies: background check, health care, discipline policies, and grievance procedures.