Overlook Farm Overnight Programs

GLOBAL GATEWAY - 6th Grade and Up

Global Gateway creates an existence in which nothing – shelter, food, water or cooking fuel – can be taken for granted. Participants prepare a meal with limited resources and sleep in representative housing such as a Tibetan yurt made from yak hair. By living the lessons of poverty first-hand, participants come to understand the complications surrounding hunger and poverty and see their connection in creating change that brings possibility and hope to millions around the world.

Adult to Youth Ratio: 1:7
One-Night Program Arrival and Departure: Program begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m. the following morning.
Two-Night Program Arrival and Departure: Program begins at 3 p.m. on day one and ends at 11 a.m. on day three.
Available Dates: Offered year-round on select dates.
Rates: Please contact the reservation office for pricing information, prices include lodging, meals and facilitated programming.

Alternative Break

The Alternative Break program combines interactive learning programs with opportunities to give the gift of your time and hard work. The primary emphasis is on education programs that explore the issues surrounding hunger and poverty and sustainable solutions. The amount and length of service activities vary y program and primarily focus on assisting with daily chores on the farm.

Winter and Spring - (Five-Night Program)
Our winter and spring programs combine the Global Village Meal, Overlook Farm tour and educational activities with service projects. The program is approximately 70% educational and 30% service oriented.
Minimum Age: College-Age (17 or older)
Available Dates: Offered in January through May on select dates.
Rates: Please contact the reservation office for pricing information, prices include program activities, lodging and meals.
Arrival and Departure: Programs begin at 3:00 p.m. on the day of arrival and end at 11:00 a.m. on the day of departure.

Summer - (Four-Night Program)
Our summer program combines Global Gateway and educational activities with service projects. The program is approximately 70% educational and 30% service oriented.
Minimum Age: 6th Grade
Adult to Youth Ratio: 1:7
Available Dates: Offered in June through August on select dates.
Rates: Please contact the reservation office for pricing information, prices include program activities, lodging and meals.
Tuition Fees Include: Program activities, lodging and meals.
Arrival and Departure: Program begins at 3:00 p.m. on the day of arrival and end at 11:00 a.m. on the day of departure.

To book your program or for more information, review our Frequently Asked Questions, e-mail overlook.farm@heifer.org or call (508) 886-2221. Openings are limited, so plan ahead!