Summer Solstice Camping Guide
Rewild, Reset, and Celebrate the Longest Day of the Year
At Basecamp Brooklyn, we believe every season calls for a little ceremony—but summer solstice hits different.
This is your annual invitation to stretch out, tune into nature’s rhythm, and feel the sun at full strength. And what better way to celebrate the longest day of the year than by sleeping under the stars—especially with fire-cooked meals, music, and a community gathering to honor it all?
Join us for Solstice Sizzle: Midsummer Feast + Fire, our weekend-long camping celebration in the Catskills, June 20–22. Come for the food, stay for the firelight, leave with a soul reset.
Whether you’re joining us at Basecamp Brooklyn Estates or heading out on your own, this guide will help you plan a solstice camping trip that’s part reset, part adventure, and 100% aligned with the sun.
🌲 Why Camp for the Solstice?
City life moves fast. But the solstice doesn’t.
This is the Earth’s long, golden pause—when the days are longest, the nights are warmest, and life feels wide open. Camping during solstice lets you:
Reconnect with nature in a real, embodied way
Watch the sunrise and sunset, and embrace all the moments in between
Mark the season with intention (and maybe a little firelight magic)
Eat, rest, and move slowly—on your own rhythm
And the best part? It doesn’t have to be complicated. Grab your gear (or rent it from us), pack a cooler, and head for the woods.
June 19–21, 2026 | Basecamp Brooklyn Estates, Catskills
Celebrate the longest days of the year the Basecamp Brooklyn way — with fire, food, and the kind of connection that only happens when we slow down together and breathe in the fresh mountain air.
Solstice Sizzle is our annual kickoff to summer — a weekend designed to help you gather, explore, and savor the season ahead.
We’ll cook over open flame, share long-table meals under the sky, adventure through the Catskills, and close out each night around the fire with music and stories. This is midsummer at its fullest — golden light, campfire smoke, and the hum of the forest all around us.
Whether you’re rolling in on two wheels or four wheels - whether you're a camping pro or setting up your first tent - you’re at home here. Welcome to our Wolfpack!
What Makes Solstice Sizzle Special
🔥 Chef Allan’s open-fire cookout featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients
🌄 Scenic Catskills ride & drive routes (curated and optional)
🧘 Summer Solstice Meditation led by Erin
🎶 Campfire music & late-night hangs
🏕️ Intentional camping community — no festival chaos, no overcrowding
🌲 95 miles from Manhattan, but a world away from the city
Solstice is about honoring the light — and creating space to actually enjoy it.
🔥 What’s Happening at Solstice Sizzle?
📍 Basecamp Brooklyn Estates, June19-21
Tickets: $325
Celebrate the longest days of the year with:
Open-fire cooking
Feasting and forest chilling
Optional Solstice ritual + intention setting
Campfires and connection
Whether you’re a seasoned camper or brand new to it all, Solstice Sizzle is your invitation to unplug, gather with community, and let the magic of midsummer recharge your spirit.
→ Grab your spot now before it sells out.
Solstice Rituals (Campground Edition)
You don’t have to be “woo” to welcome the sun. These low-key solstice rituals can help you feel more connected to the season—and yourself.
1. Light a Fire with Intention
Bonfires and solstice go hand in hand. Whether it’s a matchstick or a fire pit, light it with a moment of pause. What are you releasing from the first half of the year? What are you calling in for the second?
2. Make a Foraged Nature Altar
Collect natural elements (fallen branches, flowers, stones, herbs) and create a small altar on a stump, blanket, or picnic table. Think of it as art-meets-nature-meets-therapy.
3. Watch the Sunrise (or Sunset)
Set your alarm for sunrise—or gather for sunset—and step barefoot onto the earth. Breathe deep. This is a literal reset.
4. Brew Sun Tea at Camp
Toss herbs or tea bags in a glass jar with water, set it in the sun while you hike or rest, and come back to a solar-infused drink that feels like golden medicine. Get the recipe here.
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Recognized as NYC’s go-to camping gear rental in their guide to last-minute camping trips.
Ready for an adventure but don’t have your own gear? Whether you’re heading to a music festival, exploring the great outdoors with friends, or just want to try camping before investing in your own gear, we’ve got you covered. Rent high-quality tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads right here in New York City!
Perfect for Music Festivals & Weekend Getaways
Our gear is lightweight, easy to carry, and festival-ready, ideal for those attending outdoor events or camping trips in the tri-state area.
Convenient Pickup & Drop-off:
Pickup Location: Bond Collective Building, 276 GREENPOINT AVE.
(Look for the BOND COLLECTIVE sign under the glass awning at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and Provost St.)Pickup: Thursday
Drop-off: Monday Evening
(Need a different time? Contact us before booking.)
Flexible Rental Options:
Rent just a tent or a sleeping bag, or get the whole package! Perfect for solo travelers or groups.
Cancellations:
Full refund minus 5% (to cover transaction fees) for cancellations 72+ hours before pickup.
50% refund for cancellations 24-72 hours before pickup.
No refund for cancellations less than 24 hours before pickup.
Make your next camping trip or festival experience a breeze with our hassle-free gear rentals!
Popular weekends book out fast—especially during music festival season. Don’t wait! Reserve ahead to guarantee your gear.
*Please email us for availability before booking for same day or next day pick up.
Where to Go (If You’re Not Joining Us)
Still want to camp for the solstice, but can’t make it to Solstice Sizzle? Try one of these rad, accessible spots near NYC:
Harriman State Park – Close, chill, and beautiful.
Macedonia Brook, CT – Low-key and lush.
Catskills (anywhere) – Need we say more?
Find more great spots, just a short ride from NYC in our recent blog post.
Need gear? → Rent your kit here
☀️ Come Celebrate With Us!
However you do it—on a Brooklyn rooftop, at a Catskills campsite, or with us at Solstice Sizzle—this season is an invitation. To slow down. To soak in light. To remember how wild and alive you really are.
Ready to make it official?
👉 Book your Solstice Sizzle weekend now
See you around the fire!
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