Camp Bauercrest

Camp Bauercrest is an overnight summer camp for boys ages 7 to 17. Campers choose two electives a day for five days, and the program includes athletics, swimming, water polo, waterskiing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, tubing, boating, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, creative arts, and digital media. It also includes special trip days and all-camp activities.

Programs

• Overnight Summer Camp for Boys — Boys 7-17 · New England's premier overnight summer camp for boys.
• Athletics
• Water Sports — Water-based programs including swimming, water polo, waterskiing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, tubing, boating, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing.
• Creative Arts & Digital Media — Activity category listed on the program page.
• Training Camp — $0 · 24 hours; stay tuned for dates for Training Camp 2027.
• Mini Camp — First-time campers up to 6th grade · $4,200 · Two-week introductory camp offered at the start of each session.

At a glance

• Ages: 7–17 years old
• Price range: $0–$4,200
• Current session: 2027 Full Summer (Jun 23–Aug 11, 2027); Session 1 (Jun 23–Jul 17, 2027); Session 2 (Jul 18–Aug 11, 2027); Mini Camp 1 (Jun 23–Jul 7, 2027); Mini Camp 2 (Jul 18–Aug 1, 2027)
• General schedule: Campers choose two electives a day and participate in those electives for five days. There are also special trip days and all-camp activities.

About the provider

Camp Bauercrest lists Ben Aronson as Director and Stacy Pollack as Camp Mom and Director of Communication & Family Relations. The camp says its core values are building character and community through sports in a supportive Jewish environment. It also mentions refer-a-friend credits, the Bauercrest Foundation, and needs-based financial aid from several Jewish community organizations, including MA Combined Jewish Philanthropies and Foundation For Jewish Camp One Happy Camper.

Deposits are non refundable once a spot is reserved. Tuition payments are processed on the 20th of each month. Families may select payment in full, half now/half in January, or 4-month, 6-month, or 8-month payment plans. Final tuition must be paid by May 20th, 2027 to continue holding space. Cancellations must be submitted in writing by email. Financial aid applications will be available in mid-October. The scholarship committee only considers applications when a camper's deposit has been paid in full. Any family seeking aid must submit a new application each summer.

What families say

“My son had the time of his life. He made new friends, discovered new skills and was able to be himself.” — Jason, Camper Dad

“Before going to Bauercrest I was worried because I didn't know anyone, but I met friends I will have forever.” — Meyer, Camper

Last updated September 1, 2026.