Buck’s Rock Camp is a freedom-of-choice creative and performing arts camp for teenagers ages 10 to 17. Every summer at Buck’s Rock is completely different. The campers who join us each year make the summer their own adventure, and the camp constantly evolves and changes to meet the needs of that year’s campers. So to answer the question “What is Buck’s Rock?” is simple: it is a safe space where young people can grow into whatever they want and need to be.
Buck’s Rock Camp is now operating with a tiered tuition system which makes camp more affordable for many. The tuition due for your camper(s) is based upon your household size and gross combined annual income. More details here.
The day at Buck’s Rock starts at 7:30am and ends at 10:15pm. What happens in between is as varied as our campers and as friendly as our beautiful campus. Every day at Buck’s Rock is different. What doesn’t change: our stunning pastoral setting, committed, professional counselors, and a camper-to-counselor ratio of 2:1.
Every day at Buck’s Rock is a new opportunity for self-discovery and creative expression. From the professionally-equipped studios and exciting performance spaces, to the state-of-the-art recording facilities and pool, campers are free to try anything and everything! Over 30 world-class programs await our artists every day, including everything from glassblowing to dance to painting to sketch comedy to radio to weaving to gardening and so much more!
Many generations of Buck’s Rockers, including campers, their parents, and decades of dedicated staff make up our unique community. Just one summer at Buck’s Rock will make you a life-long member of our big, creative family. We can’t wait for you to join us!
2023 OPEN HOUSES
What better way to get to know Buck's Rock? Come see us in person and take a tour! Open Houses are scheduled for Saturdays, March 11th and April 15th. RSVP here! We can't wait to meet you!
2023 DATES
Full Season (8 weeks)
Wednesday, June 28 - Saturday, August 19, 2023
CIT Program
Tuesday, June 27 - Saturday, August 19, 2023
First Session (4 weeks)
Wednesday, June 28 - Sunday, July 23, 2023
Second Session (4 weeks)
Monday, July 24 - Saturday, August 19, 2023
Six-Week Session (6 weeks)
Wednesday, June 28 - Saturday August 5, 2023
Junior Camper Program
Two-week program for 10-year-olds
Sunday, August 6 - Saturday August 19, 2023
Business Review
"Buck's Rock is more than just a camp, it's a place where you don't have to worry about anything: the clothes you wear, being the best athlete, actor, singer, etc... When I auditioned for one of the plays, I was really nervous, but during my audition I met new friends who auditioned with me and when we messed up we would laugh about it afterwards. Buck's Rock is not just another camp, it's a place where you can make great friends and have a lot of fun." ~ Camper, Age 11
"Buck's Rock perfects itself more every year! How it works its magic remains a mystery, but it all starts with the care, insights, and great instincts of the Buck's Rock team who create a summer experience of fun that is attuned to each camper's emotional and creative well being." ~ Parent of 13-year-old camper
"There was so much to do. There was so much to be. There still is. Can you guess what I'm talking about? Have you been there? Of course you have. And you'll come back. You won't be able to help yourself. Once you've been to this wonderful place, Buck's Rock, you're a part of it. And it's a part of you. You'll see." ~ Camper, Age 15
"Buck's Rock played a huge part in the lives of my two nephews. In the summers they spent there, they fell in love with filmmaking, photography, guitar playing, and song writing. They kept developing these interests long after camp had ended. For this reason I think of Buck's Rock as more than just a fun summer camp. I think of it as a gateway into a life filled with creative discovery." ~ Aunt of 14- and 16-year old campers
"My friends and counselors here are some of the most interesting, talented, funny, decent people I have ever met. In this place I found peace and resolution with myself. Thank you, Buck's Rock, for the cool summer breeze that will always blow over me. Thank you for helping me give myself the best gift I ever got." ~ Counselor-in-Training, Age 17
