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BAUERCREST DIGITAL MAGAZINE 2027

SUMMER		1
PLAYBOOK SECRETS		1
The lowdown on our daily activities		1
X-FACTOR		1
THE		1
MEET OUR DIRECTOR		1
WHERE BOYS CAN JUST		1
CONTENTS		2
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YEARS OF		3
DIRECTLY FROM THE DIRECTOR		4
BEN		4
ARONSON		4
Hello!		4
I’m Ben, and I am honored to serve as the Director of		4
Camp Bauercrest. For 29 summers, camp has been an		4
integral part of my life, not just as a place of work, but as		4
a home where I met my closest friends and was given the		4
space to discover who I was. My love of hockey, my commitment		4
to Jewish values and traditions, and my belief in the transformative power of camp have all shaped my journey here.		4
Bauercrest is where I’ve seen boys grow into young men, guided by a sense of community and shared purpose. It is a privilege to help nurture this environment in which every boy not only welcomed, but celebrated. At Bauercrest, we understand boys... their energy, their curiosity, and their need to be both challenged and supported. Our camp is built on the belief that every boy deserves a place where he can be himself, form lifelong friendships, and build character. Brotherhood is at the heart of everything we do. From the moment your son steps onto our Hillside, he becomes part of a community that recognizes each individual and fosters connections that last long after summer ends.		4
Our facilities set the stage for adventure and growth. Whether it’s a game on our pristine sports fields, swimming in our competition pool, sailing across the lake, or creating in one of our makerspaces, every area is designed to encourage exploration and camaraderie. The traditions of a classic overnight camp come alive here, with spirited competitions, camp-wide events, and evenings spent sharing stories and making memories with friends.		4
What truly sets Bauercrest apart is our team of dedicated counselors and staff... role models who embody the values we strive to instill in every camper. They lead by example, guiding our boys to try new things, show empathy, and take responsibility for themselves and their peers. Our staff understands that growth happens through shared experiences, healthy competition, and the daily practice of sportsmanship, kindness and respect.		5
Parents choose Bauercrest because they see the transformation that happens when boys are challenged, supported, and inspired in a community built on trust and tradition. Here, your son will gain confidence as he explores new interests, overcomes challenges, and celebrates his achievements. He will discover the true meaning of brotherhood and carry those lessons with him for life.		5
I’m so excited to invite you to join our Bauercrest		5
family, and to experience firsthand the joy,		5
growth, and connection that define our camp.		5
Please be in touch with any questions, or to		5
arrange a visit, I would be honored to welcome		5
you and your son to our community!		5
My best,		5
BAUERCREST SUMMER 2026		5
BEN ARONSON		5
DIRECTOR		5
ACTIVITY		6
HIGHLIGHTS		6
EURO:		6
CERAMICS & WOODWORKING		6
LEAGUE:		6
BAUERCREST SUMMER 2026		6
During the Great Depression, a group of YMHA and JCC volunteers joined forces with a common goal: To create a place where young boys could come together to make new friends, run around, swim, play sports, and just be kids. The volunteers presented their camp concept to the former mayor of Lynn, Massachusetts, Ralph S. Bauer, who was inspired by their mission. Bauer agreed to sell his 20-acre property on Lake Attitash to be the home of the camp. In 1931, Camp Bauercrest was born, providing a much-needed escape from a world of fear and uncertainty.		7
The camp is named “Bauercrest” as a tribute to Ralph Bauer for his generosity, while “Crest” references the Hill on which it sits.		7
Camp Bauercrest grew in prestige and continued to operate each and summer despite the challenges of the Great Depression and World War II. Many of the traditions		7
established over the years		7
continue today, connecting our		7
current generation of campers		7
to our alumni.		7
Throughout the years, Bauercrest’s philosophy has		7
remained the same. We teach boys life lessons, both on and		7
off the field, by encouraging our campers to explore their independence and cultivate friendships while building character and self-esteem.		7
BAUERCREST		7
THE CAMP IS NAMED		7
AS A TRIBUTE TO RALPH BAUER		7
We celebrate boys being boys, and		7
this unique experience transforms		7
them into great leaders and men.		7
BAUERCREST SUMMER 2026		8
WATERFRONT:		8
POOL		8
SEE A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR ACTIVITIES.		8
WHY DO		9
BOYS NEED BAUERCREST?		9
BECAUSE IT’S AWESOME.		9
AT BAUERCREST, OUR CAMPERS LEARN HOW TO WIN AND LOSE.		9
BAUERCREST SUMMER 2026		9
TEAM BAUERCREST		1
Our staff is at the heart of everything we do at Bauercrest. Our Leadership Team		1
consists of professional teachers, coaches, and counselors with diverse backgrounds,		1
strengths, and skills. With their energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to Bauercrest,		1
they deliver an impactful, valuable, and insanely fun experience all summer long!		1
CLICK EACH NAME TO VIEW BIOS!		1
JEN BLOCK		1
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR		1
JULIAN ZISKIN		1
PROGRAM DIRECTOR		1
CHUCK WRIGHT		1
HEAD COACH		1
DEAR		11
CAMP MOM		11
Stacy Pollack, AKA Camp Mom, has been		11
a part of the Bauercrest family since she married her husband Micah, a Bauercrest alum. Their two sons were destined to attend camp on the Hill, and now the whole family bleeds blue! Not only does Stacy work at Bauercrest year-round, but she spends the summers at camp making sure that everyone is eating, sleeping, getting to their activities on time, having fun, making friends, being safe... all the things a mom is supposed to do! Stacy’s official job title is Director of Communications & Family Engagement. She is always just a phone call away and is truly every parent’s lifeline during the summer. These questions from Stacy’s		11
“Dear Camp Mom” column answer some of the questions that are on every parent’s mind.		11
CLICK NEXT TO EACH QUESTION FOR THE ANSWER		11
Q Q		11
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My son was so excited to try overnight camp this summer, but when we went to sign him up, he freaked out. Any suggestions on what I can tell him?		11
My son is a picky eater. Like, really picky. What if he just won’t eat?		11
How do you handle disagreements between the boys?		11
My son loves sports, but he’s not ultra competitive. Will he be ok at Bauercrest?		11
How do you deal with homesickness?		11
BAUERCREST SUMMER 2026		11
All of our activities,		12
sports-related or not, are designed to challenge our campers, pique their curiosity, and provide a unique experience.		12
UNIQUE EXPERIENCES		12
ON AND OFF THE FIELD		12
While sports are at the core of our		12
program at Camp Bauercrest, we want		12
our boys to have a well-rounded summer experience, and our programming reflects that. Waterfront has always been our		12
most popular elective; with activities like waterskiing, tubing, wakeboarding, sailing, kayaking, canoeing and fishing, there’s never a dull moment on Lake Attitash! For those who want to explore their creative sides, we offer a robust Pottery & Ceramics program as well as Arts & Crafts and Woodworking, where our campers have done everything from hydrodipping to building benches. In Digital Media, they learn to mix their own music and lay those tracks into original video productions. We have a state-of-the-art Ninja Course with two warped walls, a cargo net, and three bays with changeable obstacles and challenges. On the heels of our esteemed Bauercrest Alumni who’ve gone on to do great things at ESPN, we		12
offer a Sports Broadcasting elective,		12
where campers host their own podcasts and report on sporting events and other goings-on at camp.		12
CAMPER		13
Q&A		13
CLICK NEXT TO EACH QUESTION FOR THE ANSWER		13
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How many years have you been coming to Bauercrest?		13
What is your favorite activity at camp? Do you have a favorite tradition?		13
Have you made good friends at camp?		13
Is the food at camp good? What’s your favorite meal?		13
Q Q		13
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What are the bunks like?		13
What do you always bring to camp that is a must-have?		13
Do you have any tips you can share with a brand-new camper?		13
BAUERCREST SUMMER 2026		13
We are located in Amesbury, Massachusetts, about 40 miles north of Boston, on the shores of beautiful Lake Attitash. The Hill is the center of camp where everything comes alive. Our outstanding facilities include:		14
Competition swimming pool		14
Waterfront with inflatables, kayaks, sailboats, paddle boards, waterski boats, and fishing equipment		14
Air-Conditioned Gymnasium/Rec Hall		14
State-of-the-Art Ninja Warrior Course		14
Illuminated Softball Field		14
Illuminated Soccer Field and Second Soccer Field on Lower Camp		14
Five Illuminated Tennis & Pickleball Courts		14
Illuminated Basketball Court and 3 Additional Outdoor Basketball Courts		14
Indoor Street Hockey Arena		14
Batting Cages		14
Newly Renovated Fitness Center		14
Three Illuminated Regulation-Size Volleyball Courts		14
Air-Conditioned Arts & Crafts Center		14
Two Gaga Pits		14
Air-Conditioned Media Room for Digital Video & Photography		14
Podcast station with studio equipment for live broadcasting		14
Newly Renovated Air-Conditioned		14
Health Center		14
Outdoor Waterfront Chapel		14
Spacious Dining Hall		14
Yurt		14
BAUERCREST SUMMER 2026		14
SCHEDULE A CALL WITH OUR DIRECTOR		15
17 OLD COUNTY ROAD		15
AMESBURY, MA 01913		15
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