A Small Sampling of the Never Ending FUN at Hillcroft... and there's much more inside!

Quick Links

Hillcroft Camp Calendar

September 2010 October 2010
Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
26 27 28 29 30

Upcoming Events & Bulletins

View Full Calendar


Stay Current on Hillcroft.

First name:
Last name:
E-mail address:
subscribe unsubscribe
img_0582.jpg

Random FUN Photo!

Latest Happy Camper Video!

Countdown to Camp

Until another Summer of FUN!
Come visit
Camp Hillcroft
in Action
223-5826

Interested in 2011
We'd be happy to give
 your family a tour.

WELCOME TO CAMP HILLCROFT
The only place to be in the SUMMER!


JavaScript is disabled!
To display this content, you need a JavaScript capable browser.


Welcome!

...to a Summer of Smiles
A camp is where children can learn new skills, make new friends, experiment with ideas and grow in self-esteem.

Camp Hillcroft, under the guidance of our mature and supportive staff, helps children achieve these goals. Camp Hillcroft prides itself on not only having a superior program but also in facilitating the growth of friendships, values and community awareness.

Camp Hillcroft serves children pre-K through 9th grade in the rural eastern Dutchess County New York setting. Camp dropoff is 8:45am and pickup is at 4:30pm. Transportation is available upon request. Campers may attend for either 4 or 8 week sessions. Before and After care hours are available for a nominal fee. 

Dear Parents & Friends

When you entrust your child to us for the long, lovely days of summer, we feel proud.

We seek to discharge our responsibility in a caring and creative way. And, to impart the traditions and values of a positive camp experience.

Since 1950, Hillcroft has been a caring and nurturing family-run camp where children "learn by doing". The name Hillcroft comes from "hill" or high location and "croft", the English word for "working farm". In directing Hillcroft, we strive to continue the perfect balance of our goal: personal growth, fostering independence and self esteem, and unlocking your child's potential for the love of learning.

Because Hillcroft offers it all. . . we are different from other camps! We are unique. Best of all. . . you don't have to travel from place to place . . . a well rounded summer is all here! Children have the opportunity to experience a full range of enrichment activities: creative arts, swimming, outdoor adventure, theater, dance, farming and a full sports program.

Hillcroft's staff is special. . .mature, responsible, caring and includes counselors from around the world. Over the years more than forty countries have been represented at Hillcroft. In the nurturing and accepting environment of the Hillcroft community, your child will take home something that will last forever. . . the memory of a wonderful summer and close friendships.

Freedom

...And a Sense of Independence

Although life at Camp Hillcroft is structured so that each child has a sense of achievement, a generous degree of choice is permitted and encouraged in selecting activities. Boys and girls learn how to weigh program options and make choices in planning their day.

Whatever activities the campers choose, they are busy and having fun. We find that when children are relaxed and doing things together, deep and satisfying bonds of friendships develop.

Sometimes, in crowded classes and busy families, children's needs and their unique personalities are almost overlooked. At Camp Hillcroft, realizing that each camper is a special person, our program is tailored to keep him or her happily involved throughout the day. No one is left idle, no one is left out. In this way, self-confidence is enhanced.
Sandra L.
"I can't imagine what else you could do to make it a better experience for children.  Keep up the good work."
Patti S.
"Your program is the most organized camp.  Thank you again for giving my daughter a summer she will always remember."
Patricia S.
"My children thoroughly enjoyed camp this summer.  I was so impressed at how organized drop off and pick up was.  Thank you."
Lori M.
"Whatever you have been doing all these years... keep it going. There isn't a camp that can compare to you.  Wish we knew about you sooner."