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While our summer camp runs from late June until mid-August, the camp doors are open to you 365 days a year. Here are some of the programs and events that occur annually at
Pok-O-MacCready:
SKI WEEK
December 27, 2006 – January 1, 2007
SEE PICTURES OF THE 2005 SKI WEEK HERE!
It’s summer camp without the summer! Many of our campers, staff, and even parents reunite for a week of recreation, socializing and celebrating the new year. Campers stay in the heated dormitories of
our year-round facility. There is no shortage of things to do in the beautiful Adirondacks in winter:
- Skiing and snowboarding at Whiteface Mountain, site of the 1980 Winter Olympics.
- Cross-Country Skiing around camp and at world class nordic ski centers.
(Lessons can be provided and arrangements can be made for equipment rental.)
- Sledding, or “tubing” at our own toboggan run, equipped with lights and a rope tow.
- Winter camping and mountaineering - Experienced staff will lead the expeditions.
- Games and activities on our snow covered camp fields
- Evening meals, cards, board games and videos in our modern, heated conference center.
To learn more, or sign-up for Ski Week, please contact us at info@pokomac.com, or by calling (518) 963-7656. Applications will be sent home in
October.
WINTER FAMILY WEEKEND
February 22-25, 2007
Downhill and cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, ice fishing, winter mountaineering, evening programs, old
friends and more! The whole family is welcome to stay in our heated dorms and explore the pristine Adirondack environment in winter.
For more information, contact Dave Durant at (518) 963-7967 or director@pmoec.org.
ALUMNI/FAMILY CAMP
August 15-19, 2007
Finally, summer camp for the whole family! Alumni, friends, and families gather to relax in our gorgeous
setting and take advantage of all that Pok-O-MacCready has to offer. The best of our staff leads all ages in daily scheduled activities from horseback riding to day hiking trips in the High Peaks to archery to
fishing contests. A fun evening activity caps a perfect day, ending with a campfire and camaraderie. Click here to see
pictures from past Family Camps!
For more information, contact Dana Beck at (518) 963-7656.
POK-O-MacCREADY OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER
September - June
The P.M.O.E.C is specially designed for school groups, church groups and extracurricular activities, with over 150 programs in adventure education, outdoor education, and living
history. The center also offers a full line of evening and after hours programs. Each program is specifically designed to provide the maximum effect to your group. For more click here, or contact Dave Durant at (518) 963-7967.
THE 1812 HOMESTEAD
Year-round events, tours and programs
Camp’s own 19th century working farm and museum provides a fascinating experience for both children and adults. Special open events are held throughout the year, and arrangements may be made for private tours, instruction or group activities.
For more click here, or contact Lynn Rolston at (518) 963-4071
THE PATCH SPRINT
Adventure Race, Trek, Fund Raiser
Memorial Day Weekend
An annual adventure race over the Pok-O Patch mountains. There
are divisions for hard core racers, novice and intermediate runners, volunteers, and trekkers who would like to walk the course. All proceeds go to the Adirondack Scholarship Foundation, which raises funds for
children in need of financial aid to attend camp. Held in conjunction with the semi-annual alumni work weekend, the Patch Sprint also hosts a pre-race pasta supper, a race expo, merchandise, a post-race awards
party and an auction.
Read more about the Patch Sprint here.
THE POK-O-MacCREADY CONFERENCE CENTER
Year-round events
Our modern facility, built in 1999 has already played host to numerous weddings, business retreats, planning conferences and seminars. The Center features a full kitchen;
meal seating for 120; a library/ small meeting room; a television / rec. room and a carpeted living room with fireplace. To inquire about availability, please contact us at director@pmoec.org, or by calling (518) 963-7967.
ALUMNI WORK WEEKENDS
Columbus Day and Memorial Day weekends
This is a time to “give back” to camp, while enjoying oneself in the process. The “long weekend” consists of one day of work (painting, raking, etc.), one day of play, and
evenings spent socializing and “reuniting!” Meals and lodging are provided. If interested, please contact Sharp Swan at director@pokomac.com, or by calling
(518) 963-7656.
VISITS and CAMP TOURS
Should you find yourself in the greater metropolitan Willsboro region, feel free to stop by. Meeting new people, and seeing campers, family, and alumni help to make the long, cold
winter a little bit warmer.
Tours will be given to those interested in learning more about summer camp, the Outdoor Education Center, or any of our other programs and facilities.
If you'd like to come to camp, special arrangements may be
made by contacting Sharp Swan or Dana Beck at (518) 963-POKO (7656), or Dave Durant at (518) 963-7967.
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