4-H Camp Bristol Hills

10/21/2026

What a stunningly beautiful day to be out at camp today! Neutron and Jitter were closing up the ropes course today and took a few minutes to be thankful for the glorious space we call "work" each day.

10/07/2026

We all know that summer camp is about much more than just having fun. Camp gives young people opportunities to build confidence, develop new skills, work as part of a team, overcome challenges, and become the best version of themselves.

We’re excited to share that NYS 4-H Camps have been awarded a Character at Camp planning grant from the American Camp Association (ACA)! This project will give us an opportunity to take a deeper look at the many ways camp experiences help young people develop strong character and how we can be even more intentional about that work.

This week, representatives from our sister 4-H camps are gathering at 4-H Camp Shankitunk in Delhi, NY, to collaborate on this project and learn together.

We’re excited to work with the ACA and our fellow 4-H camps on a project that has the potential to strengthen our camps, empower our youth, and ultimately make our communities stronger. 🌲💚

10/05/2026

Three days. Nine families. A whole lot of fun at camp. 🌲

This weekend, we welcomed families to Simply Bristol, a chance to slow down, spend time together, and enjoy 4-H Bristol Hills without a packed schedule or a long list of things to accomplish.

There was fishing at the pond, climbing on the ropes course, tie dye, screen printing, outdoor cooking, camp history, and plenty of yard games. There was time to explore, time to play, time to learn something new, and, hopefully, time to Simply enjoy being together.

Most importantly, there were families making memories at a place we love.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Simply Bristol weekend. We hope you had as much fun as we did. ❤️🌲

Here’s a little look back at the weekend!

09/29/2026

Still looking for a weekend away?

There’s still time to join us for Simply Bristol this weekend at 4-H Camp Bristol Hills.

Three days of camp, good food, fresh air, and time to slow down. Enjoy campfires, hiking, crafts, games, fishing, stargazing, and a few guided activities, all at your own pace.

Less schedule. More camp.

Friday–Sunday, October 2–4
4-H Camp Bristol Hills, Canandaigua

Come with the family. Bring a friend. Or just come ready to unplug for a few days.

A few spots are still available. Register now and come spend the weekend at camp. Registration closes on Friday morning, so don't wait! Sign up here: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/SimplyBristol2026_232

09/24/2026

Over the past couple of days, we have had the opportunity to host the Conservation Field Days program, inviting 6th graders from around the Finger Lakes to come out to camp and learn from a wide variety of guest speakers including our own Master Gardeners, CCE Staff, Soil and Water Conservation Department staff, FLCC Staff, DEC staff, and many others. We were blessed with absolutely perfect weather both days! If your school doesn't currently participate in this program, reach out to your school and encourage them to reach out to Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ontario County or the Soil and Water Conservation District!

09/21/2026

As we head into the cooler months, memories of an amazing summer will keep us as warm as a campfire. Pre-registration for 2027 will be opening SOON!

And if you need one last chance to experience camp before the snow flies, consider coming out to the Simply Bristol weekend at Camp, October 2-4! 3 days, 6 meals, tons of relaxing casual activities, in the peak of the fall colors, overlooking the Bristol Hills!

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09/19/2026

09/10/2026

🌲 Simply Bristol: Reconnect at 4-H Camp
Sometimes a cancellation creates an opportunity.

A group had scheduled to be at camp October 2–4 had to cancel, leaving us with an unexpected open weekend, a whole lot of camp food, and a decision to make.
So we decided to turn our loss into your opportunity!

We're opening camp to ANYONE for a relaxed fall weekend at Bristol Hills. Bring the family, come with a friend, or come on your own. Stay in a cabin, enjoy some good old-fashioned camp food, explore the property, gather around the campfire, and spend the weekend enjoying camp at your own pace.

🏕️ What's included?
3 days • 2 nights • 6 camp meals and a variety of snacks
Friday dinner through Sunday lunch
$125/adult • $100/child

And we're keeping the programming intentionally relaxed. This isn't summer camp. There won't be a staff member assigned to every activity or a schedule that tells you where you need to be every hour. Instead, we'll have plenty of things available for you to enjoy whenever you feel like it:
🎨 Crafts
🧩 Board games & puzzles
🦌 Geocaching
🎣 Fishing
🥏 Gaga and other games
🏐 Volleyball
🏸 Badminton
🥾 Hiking
🌌 Stargazing
🔥 Campfires and S’mores..and plenty of room to simply hang out and enjoy being at camp.

We'll also offer a few guided activities during the weekend, including:
🎨 Screen Printing
🌲 Camp History Hike
🧗 Ropes Course

Come for the activities. Come for the food. Come for the fall weather. Or come for absolutely no reason other than spending a couple of nights at camp.
It's your weekend.

One important note for families: children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising their own children throughout the weekend. This is not a staffed childcare program.
Space is limited, so grab your cabin spot and take advantage of this unexpected opportunity!

Simply Bristol: Reconnect at 4-H Camp
👉 Registration: reg.cce.cornell.edu/SimplyBristol2026_232

07/29/2026

⏰ LAST CHANCE FOR SUMMER CAMP! 🌲☀️

This is it.

Sunday marks the beginning of our FINAL week of summer camp for 2026, and there are still a few spots available.

If you've been thinking about camp all summer, waiting for the "right time," or telling yourself, "Maybe next year," don't let this opportunity slip away.

We have day camp programs available for kindergarten through 2nd graders and Progression Camp for 3rd through 7th graders! We have space in our overnight Resident Camp program for 3rd through 7th graders and our Adventure Camp still has a few beds for 6th graders up to 16 year olds!

A week at 4-H Camp Bristol Hills is more than swimming, campfires, archery, and hiking. It's where kids build confidence, make lifelong friends, unplug from their screens, and create memories they'll carry for years.

In just a few days, the laughter will echo across camp one last time this summer... and then the 2026 camp season will be over.

🎒 Don't let your child miss out.

➡️ Register today before our final week begins on Sunday: 4-HCampBristolHills.org.
If you've already attended camp this summer, your medical forms can transfer so registration is quick and easy AND you save $25 on a second week of Camp!

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. You might help another child experience the best week of their summer. 💚