French Woods is a co-ed sleepaway performing arts summer camp for children aged 7 to 17. Campers come from every state and over 40 countries. Internationally recognized as a premiere program in the performing arts, we feature options in music, art, theater, dance, circus, magic and horseback. In addition to our core activities, all the programs of a traditional summer camp and more are included in our offerings. Younger campers have additional guidance and supervision, while older campers can participate in community service and legacy projects in addition to college prep courses. We are located on over 1000 acres of hills, fields and woods bordering a private lake in the town of Hancock, New York in the Catskill Mountains.

Performing Arts

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts

Ron Schaefer

Joseph Verbaro IV

Jonathan Strasser

Isaac Baumfeld

David Finlayson

Brian Worsdale

Beth Schaefer

Anthony Maiello

Artistic Team

Camp Management

Teams at French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts

Artistic Team

Camp Management