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.
Shop our fall gear, live til September 23rd!
Our fall gear store is officially live and stocked with everything athletes and fans need this season: long sleeve and short sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, zip-ups, shorts, sweatpants, bags, and more. This will be the only LHRC gear order available this fall (aside from uniforms). We will run a separate gear fundraiser in November as part of our Holiday Financial Aid Fundraisers, with delivery in time for the holidays. If you want LHRC apparel to wear this fall, this is your only opportunity. We currently have little to no LHRC merchandise (aside from uniforms) in stock at the boathouse.
✅ Fast Turnaround: Once an order is placed, items are printed and shipped within 1–2 days. Order now to make sure you have your gear in time for our first fall races!
The store closes September 23. Don’t wait—once the store closes, no late orders can be added.
FALL PROGRAMS ARE LIVE!
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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.