 Waterskiing
& Wakeboarding
Easily one of camp's most popular activities. Shared with our sister
camp, Camp Chinqueka, the waterskiing program is offered weekdays on
beautiful Bantam Lake. Campers receive instruction in all skill
levels of waterskiing, including beginning skiing, trick skiing,
slalom or barefoot. We have a training bar for campers who are just
beginning. In addition, we also offer campers the opportunity to try
their skills at kneeboarding.
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 Swimming
Campers
receive swim instruction from American Red Cross certified
counselors and can enjoy free swim all afternoon if they choose. The
goal of the waterfront staff is to teach campers to swim better
while still having fun. This philosophy is at the heart of all of
our instruction programs, from beginner to Lifeguard Training.
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 Canoeing & Boating
Awosting's Canoe and Rowboat fleet is nearly 2 dozen strong. Campers
receive instruction in certified programs and may receive their
Basic Rowing or Fundamentals of Canoeing certification if they pass
their test at the end of the course. Campers also use the many
boating facilities for afternoon journeys on the lake or fishing
expeditions. Day and overnight canoe trips are also offered
throughout the summer. |
Crew
Hop in a four person shell and glide across the lake in one of our
crew boats. Senior campers are invited to test or improve their
skills during the afternoon. You won’t believe how quickly these
boats can move! |
 Sailing
Use the
winds of the Litchfield hills give to skipper of one of our many
sailboats. Our boats include Sunfish ,Daysailors, and Catamarans.
Additionally, regattas with our girls camp, Camp Chinqueka, are
often scheduled throughout the summer. |
River Tubing
Campers have the opportunity to take an afternoon trip for an
adventure in white water river tubing down the Farmington River. The
campers are supervised by waterfront staff at all times. Our staff
chooses a route which will allow campers to have fun, without
compromising their safety. Are you tough enough to brave the
rapids...? Trips are offered weekly and a minimum swimming level is
enforced for camper safety.
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 Fishing
Bantam
Lake has been known to produce some of the finest fish in
Northwestern Connecticut. Campers may use the waterfront docks and
boats to fish from during afternoon electives and evening
activities, when offered. Additionally, the waterfront opens up
occasionally on rainy days to test the theory that the fish really
do bite better in the rain. |
