BCH is home to hosting programs for children, youth, and adults. We would love to have you join us for our upcoming programming!

Youth Programming

Fall Youth Retreat: 23-25 October, 2026

Join youth from around the region in our next regional youth weekend at BCH! Have fun, explore questions of faith and community, and connect with youth and youth leaders from around New England.

This program is designed for middle and high school aged youth.

If you’re a youth or parish leader in your church or community and want to have a conversation about bringing a group and/or potentially chaperoning, reach out to BCH Program Director, Kate Howton or to camp@bchcenter.org.

**We strive to make all our events as accessible as possible for families. Tiered pricing is available for all youth weekends. Click Here to Register Today!

Looking Ahead: 2027 Youth Retreat Weekends

Winter Youth Retreat: February 12-14, 2027

Confirmation Exploration Weekend: March 12-14, 2027

Spring Youth Retreat: April 23-25, 2027

*As always, if you’re interested in learning more about any of our youth programming, volunteering, or helping to support programs at BCH, please don’t hesitate to reach out to BCH Program Director, Kate Howton or to camp@bchcenter.org.

Adult Programming

Becoming an Episcopal Outdoorswoman: 9-10 October 2026

If you’ve ever been curious about expanding your outdoor skillset, or are looking to deepen the wilderness practices you already love, this is a program for you. Facilitated by Episcopal women, come and spend the weekend (or day!) connecting with creation and learning, together, valuable skills in an environment of cooperation and Christian community. You do not have to be Episcopalian to attend, and all female-identifying individuals are welcome!

This year’s workshops include: Fishing, Mushrooming, Contemplative Kayaking, Being Safe & Happy in the Outdoors, Nature Journaling, Campfire Cooking, Resin Bead Making, an Optional late night Owl Walk. Registration options available for overnight and one day event- tent camping welcome! Click Here to Register Today!

Otter Fest: October 17, 2026

Join us on site at The Barbara C. Harris Camp & Conference Center on Saturday, October 17th for Otter Fest, an all day music festival across three stages! 
Mainstage: Headlined by the one and only, Galactic– NOLA’s jazz-funk fusion superstars, followed by Nick Shoulders‘ heady balance of dazzling musicianship and punk defiance. Next up is Florabelle The Band, a honkytonk, soul-funk super band, followed by the soul-blues prodigy, Dylan Triplett with his explosive four-and-a-half octave range. Then, rounding out the mainstage line up, get ready for New England’s regional favorite, Sheep Dip.

Bluegrass Stage: Headlined by bluegrass royalty, The Travelin’ McCourys, Dolly’s favorite bluegrass band playing their Grateful Dead set, bluegrass style. The Grascals are up next, followed by the extraordinary Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light!

To purchase tickets, click here. To sign up to be an Otter Fest Volunteer, click here.