We’re more than just a camp. Camp Hazen is a child-centered community. We focus on each individual and teach skills that kids will use forever. Whether it’s learning a new activity, making friends or becoming more resilient, independent and understanding, we know that campers return home inspired to live in a way that will make them proud.Camp Hazen YMCA is a nonprofit YMCA camp, located on the shores of Cedar Lake in Chester, Connecticut. For a century, Camp Hazen YMCA has remained committed to helping our youth develop valuable life skills through camping experiences that build healthy bodies, open minds and awakened spirits.