Welcome to the Litchfield Hills Rowing Club (LHRC)
For over 50 years the bucolic setting of Bantam Lake, Connecticut’s largest natural freshwater lake, has been home to our rowing club. Mainly comprised of members drawn from towns all over Litchfield County, we pride ourselves on being open to all. The warmth and friendliness of our members fosters teamwork, inspires our juniors, and empowers our masters. Our focus on personal growth, and the bonds our teams develop are fueling our continued success at a national level.
We row because we love it and we invite all those who might be intrigued to join us and experience the life changing benefits of a remarkable sport and club.
Return to Rowing Day + Open House
Saturday, May 9 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Litchfield Hills Rowing Club | Bantam Lake
Join us as we open our doors for USRowing’s first-ever Return to Rowing Day!
Whether you rowed years ago, have been thinking about getting back on the water, or are just curious about the sport, this is the perfect chance to reconnect with rowing in a fun, relaxed setting.
What to Expect
Take a ride in our stable barge boats
Meet our youth and masters teams
Tour the boathouse
Connect with coaches and community members
Learn about our summer rowing programs
This is a low-pressure, welcoming event for all experience levels. No prior rowing experience is needed.
Come see what makes LHRC such a special community and get a feel for being back on the water.
Bring a friend, bring your family, and come back to rowing with us.
Location
Litchfield Hills Rowing Club
1 North Shore Road, Bantam, CT
Ergathon 2026 – Legends of the Hidden Rowing Challenge Recap
What. A. Weekend.
317,745 meters rowed.
24 hours.
Just over $20,000 raised.
Our fifth annual Ergathon was not just a fundraiser. It was a full display of what makes LHRC special.
From parents, youth, and Masters helping set up,
To coordinating food deliveries and keeping everyone fueled around the clock,
To our youth captains kicking things off with energy and leadership,
To our middle school athletes bravely taking on their very first Ergathon,
This community showed up in every way.
Celebrating the summer of 2025 with another wonderful Head of the Swain Regatta!
Thank you to our 2025 Head of the Swain Sponsors!
The Litchfield Catering and Deli
The Silver family
The Kane family
Northwest Corner Veterinary
Popey’s Ice Cream Shoppe & Cafe
John Hanson
8 boats represented LHRC at the 2025 USRowing Youth National Championship in Sarasota, FL!
College Commitments
Our seniors (& juniors!) are committing to colleges! We’re excited for our athletes, many of whom are rowing or coxing for schools like the University of Rhode Island, Syracuse University, UNC Chapel Hill, and more!
Newcomers Corner
New to LHRC? Learn about us!
Meet Hilly
You’ve heard of the Legend of the Space Whale who descended from space in 2012 and has been living in Bantam Lake ever since! The time has come to reveal the Whale’s name and solidify its association with LHRC. Learn more about our new mascot, Hilly!
Litchfield Hills Rowing Club is a 501(c)(3) organization, serving our community with the sport of rowing.
We are an independent USRowing Club. Youth from Lakeview High & Forman School can earn Varsity letters, and our club welcomes all youth and adults who wish to pursue the sport of rowing in all of Litchfield County and our surrounding communities.