Your Stay at Camp

We want your time at CAMP-of-the-WOODS to be both a meaningful ministry experience and an enjoyable time with your family.

Travel

  • CAMP-of-the-WOODS
    106 Downey Avenue
    Speculator, NY 12164
    (518) 548-4311

  • Albany International Airport (ALB) is the preferred airport for speakers traveling by air.

    Camp will provide complimentary transportation between Albany International Airport and Camp.

    When booking your flight, please provide Camp with your complete flight information (date, arrival/departure time, flight number(s), and your cell phone number so a driver can be coordinated.

    Any arrangements for airport transportation needed for other friends and extended family members can be made through the Front Desk by filling out this form.

  • Speakers who choose to rent a vehicle for their week at Camp may be reimbursed for 50% of the rental cost, up to $400. Fuel and other rental-related expenses are the responsibility of the speaker.

  • Speakers may borrow a Camp vehicle, based on availability, at no charge for excursions, a run into town, or other various needs. Please communicate your desire to borrow a Camp Vehicle as early as possible.

  • CAMP-of-the-WOODS reimburses approved travel expenses for the speaker and immediate family (staying in the same accommodation) according to Camp's current travel reimbursement policy.

    For speakers who drive, mileage is reimbursed at the applicable New York State mileage reimbursement rate in effect at the time of travel.

    For speakers who fly, economy airfare is reimbursable.

    Please retain and submit all required receipts and documentation according to the instructions provided by Camp.

    Non-reimbursable expenses include fuel, travel lodging, or travel meals.

On Site

  • Please inform us of any lodging preferences or needs you may have, including the number of household family members that will be staying with you in your accommodation. Your room will need to be booked 1+ year in advance.

  • Purdy Center Speaker Suites include a desk and workspace. Most family accommodations do not have a separate workspace. If you would benefit from a quiet space for study, sermon preparation, or other work during your stay, please let us know. We can arrange for a Speaker Suite in addition to your family lodging for you to use as a workspace.

  • Camp is delighted to welcome the families and friends of our speakers to enjoy their time at Camp.

    Household family members (those who are part of the speaker’s household) receive a complimentary reservation with the speaker, while immediate family members (parents and adult children) receive a 50% discount on their reservation.

    Extended family members, including grandparents, grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews, and other relatives, as well as friends, are warmly invited to join the speaker at Camp. Reservations for extended family and friends are available at the regular member rate.

    Any exceptions to this policy must be approved by Camp’s senior leadership.

  • Meals for speakers and their immediate family are provided in the Purdy Center Dining Room during their stay.

    For a typical Saturday-to-Saturday stay, meals begin with Saturday lunch and conclude with Saturday breakfast.

    Meals are served in the more private area of the Purdy Center Dining Room when available.

    Please provide any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or other meal-related needs for you and your family. If you would like to be seated with or near anyone in particular, please provide that information as well.

  • Depending on availability and scheduling, these may include:

    • Stand-up paddleboards

    • Kayaks

    • Canoes

    • Sunfish sailboats

    • Swimming and waterfront activities

    • Tubing

    • Wakeboarding

    • Water skiing

    • Other Camp recreation

    A sample version of the recreation schedule is available here.

    Speakers are given the opportunity to preregister for one excursion and one marina activity prior to signups. Please communicate these activities to the Executive Assistant prior to your arrival.

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