Buck’s Rock Artist Retreat

We are thrilled and excited to invite you all to the first-ever Buck’s Rock Artist Retreat! This will be a chance to come spend a weekend at your favorite place on Earth, do some art, hang out with other Buck’s Rock friends, and end your summer with a chill time at camp.

When: Friday, August 22 - Sunday, August 24

Who: Any Buck’s Rock alum, family, or friend aged 21+

Where: At Buck’s Rock Camp, of course!

What can you expect at the Buck’s Rock Artist Retreat?

  • A selection of your favorite studios open for visual arts projects, including Glass, Book Arts, Painting and Drawing, Indigo Dyeing, Belt Loom Weaving, and Beading

  • Guitar Snack every day

  • An Improv and Clown Show

  • Garden and Pool open for outdoor fun

  • Dance Therapy and Yoga classes

  • Bonfire and S’mores

  • Softball Game

  • Coffee House

  • Goodbye Bar-B-Q

How much does the Artist Retreat cost?

Artists at our retreat will be staying in our rustic and nostalgic bunks! The cost for the weekend is based on whether you would like to stay in a double room or a four-person room with two bunk beds. You can reserve an entire room for a discounted price. Bring your partner, a friend who has heard about camp for years, or reunite all your old roommates from camp!

The cost covers all food for the weekend, bunks and linens, all materials for any project, and any other equipment needed to make your weekend fantastic.

One Bed in a Double Room: $1800

Both Beds in a Double Room: $3200

One Bed in a Quadruple Room: $1200

All Four Beds in a Quadruple Room: $4000

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be alcohol provided at this retreat?

  • No, we will not provide alcohol, but guests are welcome to bring their own!

  • You may only drink in designated areas on camp.

  • You may not imbibe any alcohol before participating in the shops.

  • We reserve the right to ask anyone who is intoxicated and trying to use our equipment to leave the retreat.

Do all participants need to be 21+?

  • Yes, this is an adults-only weekend.

If plans change, is there a refund available?

  • By signing up at the bottom of this page, you are simply expressing interest, and not committing to the weekend. We are trying to gauge interest, but will not ask for any payments before April 1st. After that date, we cannot offer any refunds.

Will there be guitars available for use?

  • Yes! But please bring your own guitar or any other instruments you want.

Let us know you’re interested in the Artist Retreat!

We are using this form only to gauge numbers; this is not a commitment.

If enough people express interest, we will reach out to all of you for enrollment and payment!