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2026 Virtual Information Session Dates
We are so excited to announce our 2026 virtual info sessions! These virtual info sessions, hosted via Zoom, will introduce you and your family to our daily schedule, the activities we offer, the cabins where your campers will live, and so much more. Please see our info session dates below:
DATE |
TIME |
| Tuesday, January 6th | 7:00-8:00 PM |
| Thursday, February 12th | 7:00-8:00 PM |
| Wednesday, March 18th | 7:00-8:00 PM |
| Tuesday, April 7th | 7:00-8:00 PM |
| Wednesday, April 29th | 7:00-8:00 PM |
| Tuesday, May 12th | 7:00-8:00PM |
Can’t make one of these dates? No problem! Contact our Senior Camp Director, Alison, at alison@camphirock.org and we will be happy to set up a time to chat.
We will also be hosting in-person info sessions at several branches of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA, on-site Camp Open Houses, and tabling events at the Berkshire Food Co-Op in Great Barrington. These dates will be published soon – keep an eye out!
We hope to see you there!
2026 Dates & Rates
2026 Overnight Camp Dates & Rates
Overnight Camp Dates
Please note that Session 2 is full for girls and nearly full for boys! Session 3 is nearly full for all! There are waiting lists available!
Two-Week Sessions |
One-Week Sessions(If you are looking for a one-week option for a first-time camper, we recommend Week A over Week B) |
|
Session 1 |
June 28 – July 11 | Session 1 Week A: June 28 – July 4 |
| Session 1 Week B: July 5 – July 11 | ||
Session 2 – |
July 12 – July 25 | No one-week options available |
Session 3 – |
July 26 – August 8 | Session 3 Week A: July 26 – August 1 |
| Session 3 Week B: August 2 – August 8 | ||
Session 4 |
August 9 – August 22 | Session 4 Week A: August 9 – 15 |
Overnight camp is for campers who are 7-16 years old!
Overnight Camp Information Links
Leader-In-Training Program Information: For campers who will be entering 11th grade in the fall
2026 Overnight Camp For All Rates
Session Length |
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
| 2-week session | $3,116 | $2,796 | $2,522 | Financial Assistance |
|
1-week session |
$1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
Tiered pricing explained below
2026 Leader-in-Training Dates & Rates
Session |
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
| LIT A
June 28th – July 25th |
$4,984 | $4,163 | $3,795 | Financial Assistance |
|
LIT B July 26th – August 22nd |
$4,984 | $4,163 | $3,795 | Financial Assistance |
2026 BOLD & GOLD Expedition Dates & Rates
| Session | Trip | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | Tier 3 | Tier 4 |
| 1B
July 5 – July 11 |
Boys + Connecticut River Canoeing trip | $1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
| 2A
July 12 – July 18 |
All Gender Adirondack Adventure | $1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
| 2B
July 19 – July 25 |
All Gender Long Trail Hike | $1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
| 3A
July 26 – August 1 |
Girls+ Connecticut River Canoeing Trip | $1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
| 3B
August 2 – August 8 |
Boys+ Appalachian Trail Hike | $1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
| 4A
August 9 – August 15 |
All Gender Connecticut River Canoeing Trip | $1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
| 4B
August 16 – August 22 |
Girls+ Appalachian Trail Hike | $1,799 | $1,561 | $1,432 | Financial Assistance |
BOLD & GOLD Information Links
Program Descriptions and Information
Tiers explained below
Tiered Pricing Explained
Camp For All – Our YMCA understands families have different abilities to pay for summer camp. We are committed to making the life-changing experience of summer camp available to all. We have adopted a 4-tier pricing program for our summer overnight camp. Please consider the tier descriptions below and choose the tier that is most suitable for your family. No proof of financial need is required for tiers 1 – 3. Your selection is confidential and will not affect your child’s experience at camp in any way.
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
| Most accurately reflects the true cost of camp including, but not limited to, general overhead, equipment and facility maintenance, capital improvements, and staffing. If you are able to pay this amount, please do so. | Reflects the basic cost of attending camp including food, staff, program supplies and limited maintenance expenses. This partially subsidized rate is made possible through the efforts of our hard-working volunteers and loyal donors. | This tier is a more significantly subsidized rate for families whose children would not otherwise be able to attend camp. It is always our desire to partner with parents in providing a camp experience. | Is offered to campers with demonstrated need who qualify for financial assistance through our Strong Kids Campership Program |
Sessions 2 & 3 are full for girls!
HI-ROCKERS! Sessions 2 & 3 are full for girls!
Registration is open, but limited, for boys in both 2 & 3. Register today by visiting our Resources page, or email us at info@camphirock.org.
We can’t wait to see you this summer!
An Exciting Announcement: Labor Day Family Camp is Here!
We are thrilled to announce that we’ve added another Family Camp this year!
Join us Friday, August 29th through Monday, September 1st for our Labor Day Family Camp. We’ll have all the fun of our usual Summer Family Camp, with activities including arts & crafts, boating, our high and low ropes course, and more! Bring the whole family and create new memories, try news things, and enjoy the magic of Camp Hi-Rock.
But don’t worry! We’re still hosting our August Family Camp as usual. This is just a fun bonus!
Registration information is coming soon. Stay tuned for more!
Save the Date: Spring Work Weekend 2025!
SPRING WORK WEEKEND MAY 2ND – 4TH 2025
Please join us for another great weekend with fellow Hi-Rockers. We’ll be getting camp ready for another amazing summer, tackling some important camp improvement projects, and catching up with our Hi-Rock friends.
Accommodations and meals will be provided. Volunteers who are under 18 who would like to join us must be accompanied by a parent or other supervising adult. Volunteers are welcome for all or part of the weekend. Meals served will include Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. Work projects will conclude Sunday morning by noon. Please use the links below to register.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
NEW GROUP PARTICIPANTS
Create an events dashboard account. Once you have created your account, you will receive details to log into your account. Complete Fall Volunteer Work Weekend Registration.
RETURNING GROUP PARTICIPANTS
Log into your events dashboard account. Complete Fall Volunteer Work Weekend Registration.
Have questions? Email Alison at alison@camphirock.org
New Program in 2025! Global Leaders Camp
GLOBAL LEADERS CAMP
YMCA CAMP HI-ROCK & YMCA OF SPAIN
Sunday, July 20th – Saturday, August 16th
Join YMCA Camp Hi-Rock this summer as we embark on a new adventure, the Global Leaders Camp (GLC) with the YMCA of Spain! This 4-week long program allows campers to enjoy all that Hi-Rock has to offer, participate in a 2-week leadership program at YMCA Camp Salduero in Salduero, Spain, and experience a week of tourism in Madrid, Toledo, and Segovia.
Who
Campers ages 14-17 who are interested in global citizenship, leadership, social responsibility and more. The Global Leaders Camp includes campers from several camps in the US, Spain, and a number of other European countries. Campers do not need to speak Spanish to participate.
What
Campers will arrive at Hi-Rock as usual and spend 3 days participating in camp, getting prepared, and building their community. They will then travel to Madrid as a group and make their way to camp in Spain. Following the GLC, campers will have a week of tourism in Madrid facilitated by the YMCA of Spain.
When
This program will take place during Session 3 & 4 – July 20th – August 16th, 2025
- July 20th: Campers arrive at Camp Hi-Rock
- July 23rd: Campers fly to Madrid
- July 24th: The GLC begins
- August 6th: Campers travel to Madrid for Tourism
- August 12th: Campers fly back to US and return to Camp Hi-Rock
- August 13th: Campers will spend the next few days at camp doing camp activities and closing out the program as a group
- August 16th: Campers will depart Camp Hi-Rock during traditional camp check-out
Where
The Global Leaders Camp is hosted at YMCA Camp Salduero in Salduero, Spain. Tourism in Madrid is facilitated by the YMCA of Spain. Campers will stay at the Mediodia Hotel with Hi-Rock & Y of Spain staff.
How
Click here to register OR download the registration form! Registrations received by November 30th will receive a $20 store credit to use during their time at YMCA Camp Hi-Rock.
INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE?
Contact Alison Irwin at alison@camphirock.org and visit the Global Leaders Camp Website
2024 Fall Volunteer Work Weekend
FALL WORK WEEKEND OCTOBER 25 – 27, 2024
Please join us for another great weekend with fellow Hi-Rockers. We’ll be getting camp ready for winter, tackling some important camp improvement projects, and catching up with our Hi-Rock friends.
Accommodations and meals will be provided. Volunteers who are under 18 who would like to join us must be accompanied by a parent or other supervising adult. Volunteers are welcome for all or part of the weekend. Meals served will include Friday dinner through Sunday lunch. Work projects will conclude Sunday morning by noon. Please use the links below to register.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
NEW GROUP PARTICIPANTS
Create an events dashboard account. Once you have created your account, you will receive details to log into your account. Complete Fall Volunteer Work Weekend Registration.
RETURNING GROUP PARTICIPANTS
Log into your events dashboard account. Complete Fall Volunteer Work Weekend Registration.
2024 Camp Dates & Rates
2024 Overnight Camp Dates & Rates
Overnight Camp Dates
Two-Week Sessions |
One-Week Sessions(If you are looking for a one-week option for a first-time camper, we recommend Week A over Week B) |
|
Session 1 |
June 23 – July 6 | Session 1 Week A: June 23 – 29 |
| Session 1 Week B: June 30 – July 6 | ||
Session 2 |
July 7 – 20 | No one-week options available |
Session 3 |
July 21 – August 3 | Session 3 Week A: July 21 – 27 |
| Session 3 Week B: July 28 – August 3 | ||
Session 4 |
August 4 – August 17 | Session 4 Week A: August 4 – 10 |
Overnight camp is for campers who are 7-16 years old!
Session 2 is currently full. Please contact tanya@camphirock.org to be added to a waitlist.
Overnight Camp Information Links
Leader-In-Training Program Information: For campers who will be entering 11th grade in the fall
2024 Overnight Camp For All Rates
Session Length |
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
| 2-week session | $2,774 | $2,409 | $2,245 | Financial Assistance |
|
1-week session |
$1,602 | $1,390 | $1,275 | Financial Assistance |
Tiered pricing explained below
2024 BOLD & GOLD Expedition Dates & Rates
BOLD & GOLD Expedition Dates
Appalachian Trail Hiking Expeditions
Ages 12-15 (Entering grades 7-10)
- June 30 – July 6 (Week 1B) – All gender
- July 28 – August 3 (Week 3B) – Boys This trip is full for 2024!
- August 11 – 17 (Week 4B) – All gender
Camp & Hike Expedition
Ages 11-13 (Entering grades 6-8) This trip is full for 2024!
- July 14 – 20 (Week 2B) – All gender
Canoe Expeditions
Ages 12-15 (Entering grades 7-10)
- June 23 – 29 (Week 1A) – Boys
- August 4 – 10 (Week 4A) – Girls
Adirondack Advanced Expedition
Ages 13-17 (Entering grades 9-12) This trip is full for 2024!
- July 7 – 13 (Week 2A) – All gender
Advanced Canoeing Expedition
Ages 13-17 (Entering grades 9-12)
- July 21 – 27 (Week 3A) – All gender
BOLD & GOLD Information Links
Program Descriptions and Information
2024 BOLD & GOLD For All Rates
Session |
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
| 1-week trip | $1,602 | $1,390 | $1,275 | Financial Assistance |
Tiers explained below
Tiered Pricing Explained
Camp For All – Our YMCA understands families have different abilities to pay for summer camp. We are committed to making the life-changing experience of summer camp available to all. We have adopted a 4-tier pricing program for our summer overnight camp. Please consider the tier descriptions below and choose the tier that is most suitable for your family. No proof of financial need is required for tiers 1 – 3. Your selection is confidential and will not affect your child’s experience at camp in any way.
Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
Tier 4 |
| Most accurately reflects the true cost of camp including, but not limited to, general overhead, equipment and facility maintenance, capital improvements, and staffing. If you are able to pay this amount, please do so. | Reflects the basic cost of attending camp including food, staff, program supplies and limited maintenance expenses. This partially subsidized rate is made possible through the efforts of our hard-working volunteers and loyal donors. | This tier is a more significantly subsidized rate for families whose children would not otherwise be able to attend camp. It is always our desire to partner with parents in providing a camp experience. | Is offered to campers with demonstrated need who qualify for financial assistance through our Strong Kids Campership Program |