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  Our first Friday of the year began with a chilly breeze and loud bell ringing to welcome in the day. Now that camp is settling comfortably into a rhythm, campers were up and making beds, cleaning their cabins, and racing to breakfast. While talking about the day's events to come, the crew enjoyed cinnamon toast, sausages, eggs, fruits, and cerealsRead More »
Just another beautiful day at High Rocks!  We are enjoying some amazing high-pressure days with cool mornings, and afternoons just warm enough to be excited about some swimming.  The activities looked amazing today too.  The pictures tell the story of how much fun we are having!  It really was quite magical! I know many of the parents are wondering how everyoneRead More »
This morning I enjoyed watching the guys roll in from the woods after their overnights.  The stories of the “grit” these overnights teach us are always enjoyable.  They even create the best memories.  I enjoy hearing about how late they stayed up, who ate the most pita pizzas, or even how bad the sleeping conditions were last night.  While youRead More »
I sure do like waking up at Camp High Rocks!  The calm before the storm is delightful. Our day starts early at the Camp House. My two girls are finishing up high school exams.  They actually did a hybrid day with the morning at the barn and the afternoon at school.  Not too bad, but they would like the yearRead More »
I enjoyed the first glance of the lake this morning in a bit of a mountain fog as it slowly lifted into the sky.  Not too far behind was the first wake-up bell of the season.  It is almost always followed by a primal “Good Morning High Rocks” that echoes through the hills. Soon after, camp comes alive. The firstRead More »
And just like that, Camp High Rocks is off and running just like it never stopped. June Opening Day is like no other.  I like to say it's like waiting for the winter ice to break.  We have worked for months and months to prepare for this day.  Like a big Broadway show, we work on our roles, build theRead More »
Camp is JUST around the corner. The countdown is on! We are 50 Days away from the start of our June Three Week Session. There are so many moments we are looking forward to we had to make a list! There is no way we could cover everything in just 50 moments. And we know our campers this summer willRead More »
We are back with our second installment in our alumni highlight. This series highlights alumni throughout our years and what they are up to now. Interested in being spotlighted or want to nominate someone doing good work? Email Darby at office@highrocks.com. Our second spotlight features alum Barret Normann. Read our first spotlight on Dalton Langdon here. Barret is a formerRead More »
9 Questions to Ask Before Sending Your Child to Overnight Camp Finding a summer camp is often done through a friend’s recommendation or a google search. Choosing a camp takes more than that. Before you sign your son up for a camp, there are a few questions you should be asking their Camp Directors. Here are the best 9 questionsRead More »
Oh The Fun We Have! Summers at camp are the best. https://vimeo.com/camphighrocks/boyssummercamp
What Families Say About Camp At the end of each session, we ask parents “Why Camp High Rocks?” Their answers are always enlightening and really show why our parents and campers choose Camp High Rocks. Take a look at what our camp parents have to say!
2022 Summer Highlights Video Our 2022 Summer Highlights Video is LIVE! Click the video below to watch. We highly suggest making it full screen. You may be able to spot yourself or a few cabinmates. Footage is from all the fun and adventure from this summer. 
Unplugged and Happy Summer camp at High Rocks gives children an opportunity to participate in a wide range of activities such as hiking, camping, arts and crafts, paddling, and many more. These activities can help children to develop important life skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Additionally, the unplugged environment can help children to develop a greater appreciation forRead More »
High Rocks Alum Spotlight: Dalton Langdon Whether you went to camp last summer or 50 years ago, High Rocks is your community! Our strong alumni community is built of former campers, staff, parents of campers, and volunteers. It is a community doing impactful, positive work outside of camp! A community carrying on the lessons and skills learned at camp throughRead More »
Whether you went to camp last summer or 50 years ago, High Rocks is your community! Our strong alumni community is built of former campers, staff, parents of campers, and volunteers. It is a community doing impactful, positive work outside of camp! A community carrying on the lessons and skills learned at camp through their lives. We are starting aRead More »
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Our 2022 Summer Highlights Video is LIVE! Click the video below to watch. We highly suggest making it full screen.  You may be able to spot yourself or a few cabinmates. Footage is from all the fun and adventure from this summer.  https://vimeo.com/756946658 We are excited to be less than 150 days away from Summer 2023! Have you registered yet?Read More »
At the end of each session, we ask parents “Why Camp High Rocks?” Their answers are always enlightening and really show why our parents and campers choose Camp High Rocks. Take a look at what our camp parents have to say! Real Quotes from Real Parents “…it’s truly amazing. Very organized and the communication is excellent. I feel like IRead More »
Finding a summer camp is often done through a friend’s recommendation or a google search. Choosing a camp takes more than that. Before you sign your son up for a camp, there are a few questions you should be asking their Camp Directors. Here are the best 9 questions to ask before sending a child to overnight camp. 1. WhatRead More »
Camp High Rocks has a rich history and legendary tales of epic trips down swift rivers, rugged overnight backpacking experiences, challenging climbs, and mighty mountain biking descents. In the midst of summer, each morning, camp rings with the voices and bustle of eager individuals waiting to capitalize on the wild adventures that await them. Campers are preparing to go outRead More »
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