GROUP RETREATS & GATHERINGS
BRING YOUR GROUP TOGETHER
Get away from the everyday and spend meaningful time together at Camp Jewell YMCA.
Set on 560 acres in Northwest Connecticut, Camp Jewell offers overnight lodging, meals, meeting and gathering spaces, and a huge variety of activities—all in one place.
From college retreats and nonprofit gatherings to clubs, organizations, reunions, and special events, we’ll help you create an experience built around your group.
YOUR GROUP. YOUR EXPERIENCE.
No two groups are the same, so your time at Camp Jewell doesn’t have to follow a set schedule.
Come for the day or stay overnight. Bring your own programming, let Camp Jewell provide activities, or combine the two.
Whether your goal is to connect, celebrate, plan, learn, or simply spend time together, we’ll help you build an experience that works for your group.
GATHER & CONNECT
Get your group away from everyday distractions and give everyone space to reconnect.
Our indoor and outdoor gathering spaces can be used for meetings, workshops, presentations, celebrations, group discussions, social time, or your own programming.
GET OUT & EXPLORE
Add some adventure to your stay.
Depending on the season and availability, activities can include climbing, zip lining, archery, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, sports, arts & crafts, and more.
BUILD YOUR COMMUNITY
Want to bring your group closer together?
Our facilitated team-building programs can include group challenges, low ropes, high ropes, climbing, and other activities designed to encourage communication, cooperation, and connection.
GREAT FOR ALL KINDS OF GROUPS
Colleges & Universities • Student Organizations • Nonprofits • Clubs & Associations • Community Organizations • Alumni Groups • Fraternities & Sororities • Volunteer Organizations • Reunions • Special Interest Groups
WHY CAMP JEWELL?
560 ACRES TO EXPLORE
Forests, trails, fields, activity areas, and our lakefront give your group room to spread out, explore, and recharge.
FLEXIBLE EXPERIENCES
Use our facilities, add Camp Jewell activities, bring your own programming, or combine all three.
EVERYTHING TOGETHER
Lodging, dining, gathering spaces, recreation, and activities are all available in one location.
MORE THAN A MEETING SPACE
Camp Jewell gives your group the chance to do more than gather. Share meals, experience something new, spend time outdoors, and create memories together.
Let's Plan your trip
Tell us your preferred dates, approximate group size, and what you’d like your experience to include.
We’ll help you take it from there.
