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Experiences at Wondering Woods Farm

Three ways to spend time on the farm beyond the school day: a woodland birthday party, a family photography session, and our Friday Book and Cook kitchen series.
Families gathered outdoors on the farm for a seasonal celebration.

Celebrations

Magical woodland birthday parties

A playful, screen-free celebration your child will always remember — up to 20 children, three hours, and the run of our private outdoor spaces.
  • Private use of the woods

    Celebrate in Green Meadows or the cozy Gnome Home.

  • Three hours of fun

    Plus 30 minutes before to set up and 30 minutes after to gather belongings.

  • We handle cleanup

    You gather your items; we handle the trash and sweeping.

  • Organic treat table

    Dye-free cotton candy and organic popcorn for every child.

  • Animal meet & greet

    Pet and love on our friendly farm animals.

  • Music in the trees

    Bring your playlist, or choose a theme.

  • Tables included

    Simple tablecloths available on request.

  • Play & adventure

    Scavenger hunts, games, and open-ended forest exploration.

Additional children beyond 20 are $10 each. The woodland party package is $300.

Optional lunch & snack add-on

Up to 10 children$75
Each additional child$7
Each adult plate$10

Choose a theme: Taco party · Pizza picnic · Campfire hot dog party · Backyard burger bash.

Cake or cupcakes — $50

  • Flavours: chocolate, vanilla, or carrot.
  • One 9×13 cake or up to 24 cupcakes.
  • Naturally frosted, with no artificial dyes.
  • Bringing your own food, drinks and cake is welcome at no extra charge.

Optional add-ons

  • Waterslide — Available on days at 80°F or warmer. Contact us for pricing.
  • Bounce house or obstacle course — Set up on the meadow. Contact us for pricing.
  • Bubble artist — Popular, so book early. Contact us for pricing.
  • Nature games & guided adventures — Led by our farm team. Contact us for pricing.

Party timing

  • Three hours of celebration time.
  • Thirty minutes before, to set up.
  • Thirty minutes after, to gather belongings.
  • A 1½-hour buffer between parties keeps the space clean and magical.

Weather & deposit

  • The venue is fully outdoors. If rain or storms are forecast you may cancel and reschedule for another available date; there is no indoor rain location.
  • A $100 non-refundable deposit reserves your date.
  • The remaining balance is due the week of your party.

Party enquiries go to the farm team at marie.wonderingwoodsfarm@gmail.com.

Photography

Wondering Woods Farm photo sessions

Capture the wonder of childhood, the beauty of family connection, and the simple magic of life on the farm. Sessions take place among forest trails, gardens, friendly animals and open meadows.
  • Little Farmer sessions

    Starting at $125

    A playful photography experience designed especially for children. They are encouraged to explore the farm, visit the animals, gather eggs, water the gardens, and simply be themselves while beautiful moments unfold naturally.

    • Children's portraits
    • Milestone birthdays
    • Seasonal keepsakes
  • Golden hour family sessions

    Starting at $175

    Our most popular experience. Gather your family and enjoy the beauty of Wondering Woods Farm as the evening sun casts its golden glow across the fields and forest.

    • Family portraits
    • Maternity sessions
    • Anniversaries
    • Holiday cards
  • Seasonal story sessions

    Starting at $250

    Celebrate the beauty of each season on the farm, from spring wildflowers and summer gardens to autumn leaves and winter lantern walks.

    • Full family experience
    • Year-round storytelling
    • Multi-generational portraits

Our farm, your story

Wondering Woods Farm is a family-owned educational farm and nature preserve in Conway, South Carolina. Children are free to explore, play and connect with the animals while genuine moments of wonder are captured.

  • Forest trails through native woodland
  • Goats, chickens and friendly barnyard animals
  • Fire circle and teaching garden
  • Wildflower fields and open meadow views

Friday mini-camp

Book and Cook

Stories come to life in the kitchen. Each 2½-hour workshop begins with a book read aloud, then children learn a new cooking skill and prepare a related recipe to enjoy together.

How it works

Ages8 and up
WhenFridays, 5:00–7:30 PM
SeriesTwo Fridays a month for three months — six sessions
WhereMindful Journey Academy at Wondering Woods Farm
MaterialsAll ingredients and materials provided

Children may attend individual workshops or the complete series. Every session pairs a read-aloud book with a new cooking skill and recipe.

Cost & savings

Per individual session$50
For all six sessions$250
Sixth sessionFree when you register for five
Register for Book and Cook

Spaces are limited. Registration opens the form in a new tab.

Ms. Jennine Cabrera

Grades 1–2 and Grade 8 Teacher • Theater Guild

Stories and storytelling are at the heart of Jennine's teaching. She created The Family Book Spot, a literacy-focused passion project, and developed the original Beyond the Story interdisciplinary curriculum.

Ms. Marie Hall

Founder & Director

Ms. Marie has been teaching and nurturing children for more than 23 years. As Director she leads cooking and practical-life experiences, helping students learn to work with their hands and find joy in shared work.

Meet all of our teachers

Visit us

The best way to choose is to stand here and look around.

Walk the land, meet the animals, and see the spaces where these gatherings happen.