Question 1

What ages is Utopiat Family Camp designed for?

Accepted Answer

Our inaugural pilot is designed primarily for children ages 6–10.Some specialty workshops may have different recommended age ranges, which will be noted in their descriptions.

Question 2

Where is Utopiat Family Camp located?

Accepted Answer

Utopiat Family Camp takes place in Rockville, Maryland.The exact address and arrival instructions will be shared with registered families after registration.

Question 3

What are the program hours?

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Monday through Friday9:00 AM – 4:00 PMFamilies participating in Individual Daily Experiences or Specialty Workshops will receive their arrival times once the workshop calendar has been finalized.

Question 4

Is this Utopiat Family Camp's first year?

Accepted Answer

Yes!Utopiat Family Camp is launching as an inaugural pilot program.This first season is intentionally small so we can build a strong foundation, learn from participating families, and thoughtfully refine the experience before expanding.Our vision is much bigger than a single summer.Based on the lessons, feedback, and community we cultivate during this pilot, we plan to grow Utopiat Family Camp into a fully licensed seasonal camp and eventually a year-round educational community.Families joining us this summer won't simply be attending a program—they'll become Founding Families helping shape the future of Utopiat Family Village from the very beginning.

Question 5

Is Utopiat Family Camp completely screen-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes—for the children.Children do not use phones, tablets, computers, televisions, or video games during Utopiat Family Camp programming.Instead, they'll spend their days gardening, cooking, creating, building, reading, moving, exploring nature, and connecting with one another.Occasionally, an instructor may use a mobile device as an educational tool—for example, to identify a plant, bird, insect, mushroom, or other element of nature using a field guide or identification app.Children observe the process, but they do not use the devices themselves.Our goal isn't to eliminate technology.Our goal is to teach children that technology is a tool—not the place where childhood happens.

Question 6

What does a typical day look like?

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Each day follows an intentional rhythm that includes:• Yoga & Mindful Movement• Breathwork & Nervous System Regulation• Human Body Lab• Gardening• Garden-to-Table Cooking• Reading & Storytelling• Creative Studio• Practical Life Skills• Free Imaginative Play• Entrepreneurship & Little Makers MarketNo two days are exactly alike, but every day is intentionally designed around the same philosophy.

Question 7

Why do you place such a strong emphasis on food?

Accepted Answer

Because we believe food is education.Children don't simply eat at Utopiat Family Camp.They learn where food comes from.They harvest it.Prepare it.Cook it.Share it.And develop a healthy relationship with nourishing, whole foods.You can learn more on our Nutrition Philosophy & Sample Menu page.

Question 8

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Accepted Answer

Yes.We prepare our meals using 100% organic ingredients with an emphasis on seasonal, nutrient-dense foods.Many of our vegetables, herbs, edible flowers, and fruits come directly from our own gardens. When we can't grow them ourselves, we source from local organic farms and farmers' markets whenever possible.Our dairy products, eggs, and meats are carefully sourced from local farms we know and trust, emphasizing pasture-raised and grass-fed animals raised without routine antibiotics or added hormones.We happily accommodate many common dietary needs—including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and food allergies—within reason.Please let us know about any dietary restrictions during registration.

Question 9

What should my child bring?

Accepted Answer

A complete packing list will be sent before the program begins.Generally children should bring:• Water bottle• Comfortable clothes that can get messy• Closed-toe shoes• Sun hat• Change of clothes• Any required medications

Question 10

Can my child attend just one day?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely.Families may register for:• One Day• Half Day• Weekly• The Complete Two-Week Journey• Individual Daily Experiences• Specialty WorkshopsWe intentionally designed Utopiat Family Camp to be flexible for families.

Question 11

Can we attend only a workshop?

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Yes.Wednesday and Friday Specialty Workshops are open to both enrolled Utopiat Family Camp and community families.

Question 12

What happens if it rains?

Accepted Answer

Nature doesn't stop because it rains.We'll simply adapt.Activities may move indoors or be modified while maintaining the same overall experience whenever possible.Safety always comes first.

Question 13

My child is shy. Will they fit in?

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Absolutely.Our intentionally small group allows children to build confidence and friendships at their own pace.Our goal is for every child to feel safe, seen, respected, and valued.

Question 14

Can parents participate?

Accepted Answer

Yes!Parents interested in becoming active members of the Village may apply as Village Volunteers.Accepted Village Volunteers receive a 50% tuition discount while helping support the daily rhythm of Utopiat Family Camp.

Question 15

Why is it called Utopiat Family Camp?

Accepted Answer

Because we believe children flourish in community.Throughout history, children learned from parents, grandparents, neighbors, artists, gardeners, craftspeople, healers, entrepreneurs, and elders.Utopiat Family Camp is our modern interpretation of those timeless values.

Question 16

Is this only a summer camp?

Accepted Answer

No.Utopiat Family Camp is the first seed of a much larger vision.Our hope is to grow into a year-round community offering educational experiences, seasonal camps, family workshops, practical life skills, wellness, creativity, entrepreneurship, and opportunities for families to reconnect with one another and the natural world.

Question 17

Who is Utopiat Family Camp for?

Accepted Answer

Utopiat Family Camp was created for families who value:• Less screen time• Healthy food• Nature• Practical life skills• Emotional resilience• Creativity• Community• Curiosity• Whole-child developmentIf that sounds like your family...Welcome to the Village.

Question 18

Still have questions?

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Jasmine@utopiat.com

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