Kelsey Creek Farm's programs emphasize its uniqueness with recreational programs, seasonal camps, farm experience classes, farm-themed tours and many volunteer opportunities. Register for programs online.
Kelsey Creek Farm's barnyard is open seven days a week, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Financial Assistance Available
Scholarships are available for all ages (adults too!). Bellevue Parks & Community Services strives to make program opportunities available to all interested individuals who live in Bellevue, regardless of income. We provide financial assistance to those who might not otherwise be able to participate.
Summer Camps
Kelsey Creek Farm offers a variety of summer camps and programs for ages 4-18. Campers can spend time with the farm animals, get creative with farm art, and have fun making new friends.
Registration Dates:
- March 25, 12 p.m. (Bellevue residents)
- April 1, 12 p.m. (non-residents)
Youth Programs
Little Farmers
Join us for hands-on fun in the barn and barnyard with your young one. Classes will feature various animals, seasonal themes, barn chores, feeding and petting farm animals, crafts, parallel play, and a pony ride. Ages 2-3.
Farm Explorers
Join us for a farm adventure featuring animal care, barn chores, a pony ride, and baking yummy snacks. This drop-off program is designed for the independent 4-6 year old.
Junior Farmers
Your child will be immersed in farm life in this after-school program. Activities include interacting with our farm animals, exploring the park's natural habitats, and creating crafts. Your child will take the animals on walks around the farm, see what's growing in the garden, and explore Bellevue's past through the historic buildings at Kelsey Creek Farm. Ages 7-9.
Weekend Workshops
These one-day adult/child classes give you a deep dive into a specific topic. Learn about beavers' impact on farming, how important bees are to our food system, or celebrate Valentine's Day with the farm animals. Each class is packed with fun activities, animal interactions, and learning opportunities for kids and adults. Topics are updated quarterly, click link below for current offerings.
Volunteer Programs
Saturday Morning Teen Farm Volunteers
Assist Kelsey Creek Farm staff in providing daily care to our farm animals. Help prepare meals for the animals, clean their living quarters, assist with other farm chores, and help bring the animals out to pasture for the day. Teens will learn responsible animal care, job skills, and independence while earning service hours for school. Ages 15+.
Sheep Shearing
Assist staff with event set up, running children's activity booths, and other event tasks at our annual Sheep Shearing event. Volunteers gain experience working with children, build teamwork skills, and will earn community service hours for school. Ages 14+.
Counselor in Training Volunteers
Counselor in Training (CIT) volunteers will assist Day Camp staff with 4-6 year old children in our Day Camp programs. CITs will assist with daily activities for campers, provide attentive supervision during assigned activities, provide a positive role model for campers by exhibiting an upbeat, cooperative, and friendly attitude, and help campers learn and follow rules to ensure a safe and healthy environment. CITs will learn how to work with children, job skills, and independence while earning service hours for school. Ages 15-18.
Adult Farm Volunteers
Assist Kelsey Creek Farm staff in providing daily care to our farm animals. Help staff bring the animals out to pasture, clean their living quarters, and prepare meals for the animals each day. Volunteers will learn about caring for livestock and about Bellevue's agricultural history while giving back to their community. Ages 18+.