Learning, Growing,
Belonging.
Developing conscientious citizens by instilling wonder,
encouraging stewardship, and cultivating community.
Established in 1928, Camp Burgess & Hayward have been leaders in Massachusetts camping for over 90 years.
Located on Cape Cod just one hour south of Boston in the historic town of Sandwich, the brother-sister camps are situated on over 300 acres of forests, meadows and sparkling freshwater ponds. With one and two-week sessions, Camp Burgess & Hayward have programs for boys and girls ages 7-16.
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Camp Burgess & Hayward
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Join us for Family Camp!
FAMILY CAMP EXPERIENCE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY ON CAPE COD! This summer, South Shore YMCA Camps Burgess & Hayward camps are being offered for families to be together at SUMMER FAMILY CAMP ON CAPE COD. Come down as a family and unwind for 3 or 5 nights, enjoy cabin life, swimming, kayaking, family dining, hiking and more. WHAT WE […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update, 5/28/2020
Dear Burgess & Hayward family, Greetings from Camp. I hope this note finds you safe and well. I wanted to give you an update on where things currently stand with this upcoming summer at Camp. Last Monday, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker announced that Resident Camps were tentatively approved to open on June 29. We hope […]
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Power Restored at Camp!
Our power and phone lines have been restored, and we will be back in the office on Monday!
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Burgess outdoor
Education Center
The Burgess Outdoor Education & Retreat Center is the perfect place for your middle school education experience, your university program or your organizations annual retreat.
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