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YMCA Camp Hi-Rock
A Branch of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA
Camp with Character, Programs with Purpose since 1948
Camp Hi-Rock is nestled southwest of
Great Barrington in the picturesque Berkshire Mountains, surrounded by 1,000 acres of woodland and situated on
90-acre Plantain Pond. With an ideal location and superb year-round facilities, Hi-Rock has everything it takes
to make group getaways for up to 300 people productive, fun and memorable...
Upcoming Events
Group Camping and Retreats:
News and Special Events
Volunteer Work Weekend: April 25-27, 2008
Work Weekend is a chance for friends of Hi-Rock to gather together and lend a helping hand.
Please join us to prepare Hi-Rock for another amazing summer! Food and Lodging is free.
In the evening, relax by the fire, roast marshmallows and catch up with friends!
Women's Wellness Weekend: May 30-June 1
Women's Wellness Weekend at Camp Hi-Rock is a weekend just for women and girls 11 and older.
Activities for the body, mind and spirit include: yoga/fitness classes; knitting, jewelry, and craft making; low ropes, high ropes and climbing wall;
first aid/CPR information; hiking and trail walks; professional organization/clutter control advice; massage therapy will be available.
Registration forms will be available here.
SAVE THE DATE: 60th Anniversary
Alumni Reunion (information here)
Our 60th Anniversary Alumni Reunion is taking place
Labor Day Weekend 2008.
Please spread the word to your Hi-Rock friends and help us get in touch with former campers and staff.
There will be live music, alumni events and program areas open for those who want to relive some of their camp
experiences. Registration information is available
here.
Group Camping and Retreats:
Programs/Family Camp
Family Camp: August 18-24, 2008
Why let kids have all the fun? Family Camp is for everyone!
Family Camp at YMCA Camp Hi-Rock is rated one of the nation's top 50 Family Camps in
Arthur Frommer’s Guide! We offer activities for every age and ability level. Flexible schedules mean – you and your family choose what you want to do!
Families have private cabins or rooms. Sand beach and private, 90-acre lake with boating and swimming are available, as are an enthusiastic staff and
an unforgettable location! Registration information is available
here.
Group Retreats
We offer programs tailored to the needs of your
unique group: Low Ropes and High Ropes; a 35’ Wahlstrom Climbing Wall; Canoeing, Kayaking, Sailing, and
Row boating; Waterskiing; Team Building Initiatives; Experiential Leadership Training; Archery, BB's and 22
Caliber Riflery; Fishing; Orienteering; Arts and Crafts; Custom menus available; Badge/Award Programs for
Scouts; Seasonal Activities such as X-Country Skiing, Tubing, Ice Skating and more...
Leadership and Team Building
Programs
Why Participate in a Hi-Rock Leadership and Team Building Program?
Learning to be a leader is a lifelong process. The foundations of a great leader can be built early, but
practice and experience allow individuals to adapt and thrive in any situation. In order to work effectively,
teams must communicate efficiently and maintain an environment of mutual trust and respect. Hi-Rock provides
your group with unique opportunities to achieve your goals and learn more about each other in a fun and
productive environment.
What Benefits will my organization have from participating in a YMCA Camp Hi-Rock leadership and team
building program?
Better communication, increased understanding and appreciation of individuals, greater trust between group
members, and stronger leadership skills.
Group Camping and Retreats:
Rates/Information
Rates and Dates
The Hi-Rock Retreats Center is open year-round,
except for the 8 weeks of summer camp. Camp Hi-Rock's co-ed, residential summer camp runs from June 22 through
August 16th, 2008. Camp is not available for overnight retreats during that time. Family camp is open to
individuals and families for a few nights or a full week in mid/late August. We host volunteer weekends and
family events throughout the year. Otherwise, the lodges and facilities are available for interested groups.
We can organize a full schedule, or let you put together your own programming. We offer excellent, family style
meal service and meals are included in the rates below.
2 Nights and 5 Meals
Camp Cabins-simple wooden cabins with separate
shared bath facilities- $60 per person
Woodlands– heated building with indoor bathrooms- $90 per person
Lodge Rate– Bear Rock Lodge or New Horizons Lodge- $95 per person.
Each lodge has a living room with fireplace, TV/VCR/DVD player, a dining room or kitchen and several bunk
rooms. See descriptions and photos below for further details.
(20 person minimum for each lodge)
1 Night and 3 Meals
Camp Cabins- $35 per person
Woodlands- $55 per person
Bear Rock or New Horizons Lodge- $60 per person
New Horizons Lodge
Situated in the heart of Hi-Rock, New Horizons Lodge
can accommodate 35 people. The spacious living/meeting room overlooks the lake and the large back porch is a
great gathering place. New Horizons lodge is located close to all of the seasonal cabins and summer camp
facilities. Almost all rooms have private bathrooms. There are board games and a TV/DVD/VCR available for use.
Bear Rock Lodge
Bear Rock Lodge sits at the Southern end of
Plantain Pond. The dining room looks out onto the water and is spacious enough to seat 100 people. The large
living room features a stunning stone fireplace with ample seating and a TV/DVD/VCR. The adjoining games room
has a ping pong table and board games available for use. Upstairs, nine bedrooms feature lake and wilderness
views. There are large, separate male and females bathrooms as well as two additional facilities downstairs.
Sleeps 35 people
Visit the
Central Connecticut Coast YMCA,
an Activate America YMCA
Welcome! We hope you will spend
some time exploring our website. Camper forms and staff forms are available
for downloading. We welcome any comments or questions you may have.
Emails can be sent to
info@camphirock.org
We add new materials often, so please bookmark us and check back soon!
This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts
Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health.
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