Looking for a way to beat the inevitable post-Halloween blues this November? Keep that spooky spirit alive with a tour of the original Camp Crystal Lake—better known to legions of horror fans as Camp Blood!
The first installment in the Friday the 13th franchise, written/directed by Sean C. Cunningham and released in 1980, was filmed almost entirely at Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco in Hardwick, NJ. The camp, established in 1972, still features many of actual building and landmarks seen in the movie—including the infamous lake where Ari Lehman burst forth in a final epic jump-scare, cementing Jason’s name into popular culture. A legend was born.
While Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco has held Friday the 13th day tours twice in the past, this is the first event to take place in autumn, promising attendees a rare view of the seasons in transition. Tickets, which go on sale this Monday, October 12th, can be purchased at their official website: HERE. But be warned: The last Friday the 13th tour sold out in 8 minutes!
Can’t attend but still want to get in on the excitement? Check out No-Be-Bo-Sco’s online souvenir gift shop, where treasures include: Pieces of the dock, sand, and even bottles of lake water. Perfect for that special (obsessed) Friday fan in your life. All proceeds go back to the camp, which is a non-profit organization.
If you’re lucky enough to lock down a spot at this once-in-a-lifetime experience, drop us a line telling us how it went—and please send pictures!
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Are you planning to visit Camp Blood on November 13th? Have you taken one of their past Friday the 13th tours? Sound off in the Comments section!
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