Michigan State University Tollgate Farm

Michigan State University Tollgate Farm offers hands-on, experiential summer camps across 160 acres of beautiful farm and forestland in Novi, MI. Using a "Do, Reflect, Apply" model, these camps provide a sensory-rich environment where children can engage directly with the natural world through discovery science, natural resource exploration, and farm-to-table activities.

The camp programs are designed to empower young people through self-directed exploration, making them ideal for children who benefit from active, kinesthetic learning. Campers participate in engaging, tactile tasks such as caring for farm animals, harvesting fresh produce, and cooking, which can help build confidence, fine motor skills, and social connections in a supportive, nature-based setting.

Operated by Michigan State University, Tollgate Farm provides a structured yet flexible way for campers to relate outdoor experiences back to classroom concepts. For more information on specific camp sessions and registration, please visit tollgate.msu.edu or call 248-347-0269.