Camp Life
On the water
From the first swimming lesson to a sail across the pond, the waterfront brings learning, adventure, and time to play.
Regular lessons build skills in the water, with free swim also part of the daily rhythm.
Learn to handle a sailboat, canoe, or kayak with guidance on technique.
Waterskiing, tubing, and catch-and-release fishing add to the waterfront experience.
Among the trees
A climb, a crossing, or a problem solved together: the challenge course gives boys new ways to test their skills with instructor guidance.
Team challenges build cooperation and problem-solving skills close to the ground.
Harnessed challenges include the Shiver Pole, Gauntlet, and Vertical Playpen.
Three routes on William Lawrence Camp’s 50-foot tower offer a fresh challenge and views from the Knoll.
At the range
Target sports give boys a chance to slow down, listen carefully, and see their skills develop through practice.
Learn technique and work on accuracy at the covered archery range.
Practice shooting skills and work toward qualifications at the rifle range.
Senior campers learn safe shotgun handling and the fundamentals of shooting clay targets.
In the woods & workshop
Outdoor skills and hands-on projects turn curiosity into something boys can practice, make, and use.
Learn to tie flies and develop casting technique with a counselor’s guidance.
Explore fire building, shelter construction, and plant and animal identification.
Design and build projects while learning to use woodworking tools under close supervision.
On the field
Team sports and camp games make room for movement, friendly challenges, and the fun of being part of a group.
Soccer, basketball, tennis, and volleyball offer different ways to get in the game.
Playing together is a chance to practice teamwork, encourage a friend, and keep trying.
The rhythm behind the adventure
Activities combine learning and practice, with staff helping boys develop skills and explore their interests.
Regular swimming lessons help boys develop confidence in the water, with Red Cross-certified instructors.
Activity periods sit alongside shared meals, rest time, free swim, and evening programs.
Free Swim
At William Lawrence Camp, Free Swim means more than time in the water. A number of activity locations open for campers to choose from—such as archery, the waterfront, and the climbing tower or high ropes.
Choose among the activity areas that are open and spend time doing something you enjoy.
Play ping-pong, get together with friends for a game of Magic cards, or find a spot on the Knoll to relax with a book. There is room for a quieter kind of afternoon, too.
Something out of the ordinary
Special program days bring another kind of fun to camp. Olympic Day, Gold Rush, and Carnival Night turn familiar places into shared adventures. Past outings have also included an evening at a minor league baseball game; plans vary by summer.
The program supports boys as they explore new interests and return to favorites. Instructors provide guidance as campers learn and develop their skills.
Yes. William Lawrence Camp’s waterfront program includes regular swimming lessons taught by Red Cross-certified instructors. Free swim also appears in the daily schedule.
Some activities are designed for older campers. The current program identifies skeet shooting and wakeboarding as Senior Unit activities. Contact the camp team to discuss the right opportunities for your son.
The daily schedule includes three morning activity periods, followed by afternoon activity periods or special programming, free swim, and an evening program. Explore the full daily schedule.
Tell us what he enjoys, what he would like to try, and any questions he has. Our team can talk through the program with you.
Questions about the program?
Tell us what he already enjoys, what he wants to try, and any questions about age, instruction, or equipment. See Dates & Rates for session options.
