A summer retreat dedicated to the nourishment of the creative arts, to the preservation of our nature Bearnstow is a not-for-profit educational institution. It has nourished the arts and nature since 1946 when it was established as a children's camp replacing a vintage Maine fishing camp dating from the early 1900s. A non-profit organization since 1963, it has sponsored day camp for children, weeklong workshops in dance and fine arts, and sessions in the natural sciences since 1994. With its 65 acres of pristine forest, 2,400 feet of rocky shore on Parker Pond, and its historic, rustic camp facilities, Bearnstow is uniquely suited for both art and natural history programs, giving students access to creativity and the natural world. Participation is open to all regardless of religion, race, age, gender, and ethnicity.