Crossing One Off My Bucket List – Camp Social

Crossing One Off My Bucket List: Camp Social, a Women’s Only Summer Camp

When I wrote my bucket list, I never imagined “attend a women’s only summer camp” would not make the cut. But this fall, I packed my bags, flew to New York City, and hopped on a bus to Camp Social in Equinunk, Pennsylvania–an empowering, fun-filled weekend designed for women to reconnect, recharge, and relive the magic of summer camp.

What Is Camp Social?

Camp Social is the vision of Liv Schreiber, who created a space where women can connect with each other while enjoying a nostalgic summer camp experience. Think cabin living, classic camp activities, incredible food, and hundreds of supportive women all in one plce.

Liv’s energy is contagious–she pours her heart into making every detail of camp meaningful, listens to camper feedback, and makes sure everyone feels welcome. It’s no wonder that Camp Social has grown into one of the most unique and uplifting experiences for women today.

My Hesitations (and Why I Was Wrong)

I’ll admit, I was nervous. My only other all-female experience was rushing a sorority in college, and it left me with negative memories. I was worried Camp Social would feel cliquey.

Instead, it was the exact opposite. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with hugs, smiles, and “hellos” from strangers who instantly felt like friends. At dinner, you could join any table. At activities, people struck up conversations with ease. By the end of the weekend, I felt like I had known some of these women for years.

The Camp Social Experience

Arrival & Cabins

After a quick 3-hour bus ride from New York City, we arrived to cheering counselors, welcome goodie bags, and cozy cabins. My cabin of 10 women quickly became a supportive space–whether we were up late chatting or early risers heading to activities.

The goodie bags were a fun surprise: makeup products, alcohol-free wine, face wipes, a scrapbook, and more.

Activities

Every day offered dozens of activities–both physical and creative. Some of my highlights were:

• Archery (yes, I got a bullseye!)
• Tie-dye and candle painting
• Keychain making & claw clip designing
• Rock climbing (more on that below!)
• Camp Olympics with kickball, human foosball, and more
• Lake time with a slide, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming

The variety meant you could tailor your weekend to your mood–go high-energy with sports, or relax with arts, crafts, yoga, or sound baths. A helicopter even dropped Bombas socks for every camper during the opening ceremony of the Olympics. It was such a fun, unexpected touch!

Food & Evening Fun

The food was incredible–my personal favorite was the epic charcuterie spread at cocktail hour. The marinated mozzarella was out of this world. Dinners were followed by lip sync competitions, live bands, and dance parties.

A Personal Breakthrough

For me, one of the most emotional moments was rock climbing. Growing up overweight, I remember being devastated when I couldn’t pull myself up the rock wall at 5th grade camp. That memory stuck with me for years. At Camp Social, I decided to try again. This time, I made it halfway up the wall–and even a little way up the moving wall. It was hard, but empowering. That moment was proof of how far I have come, and I left so proud of myself.

The People

The best part of Camp Social wasn’t the food, the activities, or even the lake–it was the women.

I spent the weekend with women from across the country, and the friendships formed so naturally. A special shoutout to Kendra, who felt like an instant best friend. We’re already planning a reunion since we only live a few hours apart.

Final Thoughts: Why You Should Go

Camp Social is more than a camp–it’s a community. It’s about pushing yourself out of your comfor zone, making genuine connections, and leaving with not only new friends but also a stronger sense of self.

If you’ve ever considered doing something just for you–something empowering, fun, and totally different–Camp Social should be on your bucket list.

I went in hoping for a fun weekend and came home with life-long friends, priceless memories, and a new confidence in myself.