Visiting Buck's Rock

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Full Session: Wednesday June 25, 2008 - Saturday August 16, 2008
First Session: Wednesday June 25, 2008 - Sunday July 20, 2008
Second Session: Sunday July 20, 2008 - Saturday August 16, 2008
Six Week Session: Wednesday June 25, 2008 - Sunday August 3, 2008

Three hundred and sixty at a time.

11-16 years.

Situated on 125 acres of deeply wooded forests in New Milford, CT, only 85 miles from New York City, Buck's Rock is located in the heart of many cultural facilities. Campers enjoy visits to Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, Caramoor, the Shakespeare Festival, the Yale Arts Museum, and Pratt Center, all of which are just a short drive away.

Buck's Rock is set in natural woodlands and campers will be very comfortable without worrying about dressing up. Campers should pack clothing that is comfortable and suitable to the areas in which they will be working. Keep in mind that clothes should be easy to launder and that delicate fabrics should be avoided. You may want to include one nicer outfit in case your child wants to go on a trip such as the one to the Tanglewood Music Festival. A nice dress or shirt and slacks are fine for these occasions.

All clothing items must be identified with the camper's full name. We have enclosed a name tape order form for your convenience, or you may choose to use a laundry marker. Also, please use duffel bags or soft luggage for packing clothing as there is limited storage space. Trunks or large hard suitcases cannot be accommodated. The list that follows is a suggested one. Since it takes only a few days for laundry to be returned, campers generally need enough clothing for 10 days (the first laundry is not for 10 days, then every seven days thereafter). Closet and shelf space is limited and campers who bring too much will find themselves without enough space. Therefore, when packing for camp, "if in doubt, leave it out."

There are many different styles of plastic containers that are suitable for holding toilet articles. Also, since campers are permitted to keep snacks in their bunks, it is recommended to use some kind of container that can be tightly closed for protection from the insects.

Here is a list of articles which campers may wish to bring depending upon their interests or needs.

Note: We will provide helmets if your child does not have one. Hiking boots are not safe for horseback riding.
Note: Please label all items with campers' name.
Note: Campers may bring an iPod, Walkman, tape deck or radio, but if they do, they must understand that they will not be allowed to use them outside their rooms.

STRICTLY PROHIBITED ITEMS

Cigarettes, alcohol or drugs Knives (pocket knives included) Weapons of any kind Matches or lighters Water guns Laser pens

Television sets Refrigerators, electric kettles and hot plates Roller blades Skateboards Bicycles Scooters

The camp shall not be responsible for camper's clothing or personal possessions lost or damaged by theft, laundry, fire, malicious mischief, or otherwise. The camp specifically advises against bringing jewelry, cash, or valuables to camp.

Various trips are scheduled throughout the summer. Our campers may choose to travel to Tanglewood and Caramoor for music concerts, Jacob's Pillow for dance, local theaters for plays, museums, galleries, art studios, state parks for spelunking, overnight camping trips and more.

When mailing campers and staff, it would greatly assist us if you could write the name of the bunk or the word "Staff" for counselors as part of the address. Campers and staff may be emailed at their own accounts and can access their email at the Computer Shop or Publications Shop. Please do not email the camp address with personal messages.