About this trip

Join Camp Singers MAY 15-17 and SEPTEMBER 11-13 for a hands-on ceramic pit firing workshop in the stunning Catskills! Over the course of the weekend, learn the ancient art of pit firing—where ceramics are fired in an open pit using both natural and human made materials to create rich, organic surface patterns. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you'll discover the techniques of this primitive firing method and leave with one-of-a-kind ceramics, a deeper appreciation for the process, and a connection to the natural world around you.

This is a beginner-friendly camp with instruction suitable for all skill levels. BYO Bisqueware (ceramic piece that have been fired, but not yet glazed).

Campers will enjoy meals together, recreational options like hiking, boating, hot tub, sauna, fishing, campfires, archery, stargazing, birding, arts & crafts, and swimming in our pond or at our pool club.

Prices listed are per person.

About Camp Singers

Camp Singers sits on 88 acres in the Catskills, with mountain views, farm pastures, and wooded trails. There is a swimming pond, a wildlife observation pond, and a creek. Three lovely donkeys (Starburst, Snickers and Blossom) also live on camp!

Campers have the option to stay in our 1870's farmhouse or tent camp on site. The house, known as The Lodge, underwent an 18 month restoration to bring it back to all its original glory (and beyond). The Lodge has 6 private guest rooms and 4 shared bathrooms. Common spaces include: large dining area overlooking the woods, fireside kitchen seating, extensive chef's kitchen, game/craft table and gathering room, studio space and recreational activities.

Getting Here

Camp Singers is in Delaware County, NY--2.5 hours from the GW bridge. Some campers drive and others take the bus from NYC (Trailways PABT to Delhi). We can provide transportation from the bus station to camp--we'll pick up bus riders in Delhi at 1:45pm. Check-in is from 2-3pm on Friday. Roundtrip Camp Transportation seats are available, departing from Five Leaves in Greenpoint on Friday and returning Sunday. Please add bus pickup/dropoff or Camp Transport as add ons at registration.

Tuition Information

Tuition depends on your choice of sleeping arrangements: register for a private room, sharing a room, or camp on-site.

When you register, you will be asked to pay a deposit of 1/2 of your tuition. The remaining 1/2 of tuition will be split into 2 payments and charged to your card or bank account on file on August 28 and September 11.

Your tuition payment is fully refundable up to 4 weeks before the first day of the session. It is 1/2 refundable up to 1 week before the start of the session, and non-refundable after 1 week before the start of the session.

Please contact bea@singersny.com with questions.

Unpack, pitch your tent, and get settled in to camp. Finish the night with dinner, and some time to unwind.

1:45pm - Bus rider pickup @ Delhi
2-4:30pm - Camper Check-In @ Camp Singers

5:00pm - Welcome Meeting & Camp Orientation

5:30pm - Free Time
8:00pm - Dinner & Cleanup
9:30pm - Free Time
11:00pm - Suggested Lights Out/Quiet in the House

Enjoy camp activities throughout the day while you fire your ceramics in the pit!

8:30am - Breakfast
9:30am - Get Ready for the Day/Personal Time
10:00am - Forest walk to forage for materials

11:00am - Bisqueware show & tell, prepping ceramics for firing
12:00pm - Lunch
1:00pm - Rest Hour
2:00pm - Pit Sessions/Camp Activities Continue

7:00pm - Dinner & Cleanup
11:00pm - Suggested Lights Out/Quiet in the House

8:30am - Optional Morning Activities (Hiking, Yoga); Breakfast Snacks
10:00am - Brunch & Unloading the Fire Pit
12:30pm - Final piece share & closing ceremony
1:15pm - Bus Rider Shuttle Departs to Delhi
2:00pm - Camp Closed