Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center has been serving school and other youth groups for over 50 years.

With four main subject areas, Teambuilding, Natural Science, Living History, and Wilderness Adventure, we have over 35 activities to choose from. Teachers can work with the Program Director to create a custom schedule that meets the individual needs and goals of each group. For a list of all programs offered, click  HERE.

Teacher/Chaperone Tuition

Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center requires a chaperone-to-student ratio of no less than 1:10. Therefore, we waive all fees for one adult for every ten students a group brings. Groups staying overnight may bring an additional chaperone at no cost for every night they spend at The Outdoor Education Center.

Canadian Tuition

Canadian Rates are set on the day the group books using the Universal Currency Converter located at www.xe.com/ucc.
Pok-O store prices are updated regularly to reflect current rates.

Fundraising Opportunities

Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center is listed as a presenter for all six BOCES in the Capital Region of New York State. Schools may seek reimbursement for up to 50% of their trip cost through their respective district.

Pok-O-MacCready Outdoor Education Center operates from September to June. groups should secure their dates early as many returning schools often book up to a year in advance. To book your stay please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Contact the Director by email to reserve dates for your trip.
2. Fill out and return (preferably by email) Billing and Scheduling Information Form.
3. After receiving the Billing and Scheduling Information Form, the director will email you an Invoice and Contract. The 25% deposit indicated on the Invoice and Contract is due no later than two months prior to the start of your trip. Upon receiving your deposit and signed Invoice and Contract, the director will e-mail a proposed schedule for your review.

We aim to help your planning go smoothly.
Below is a checklist of the things we need to schedule your trip to the Outdoor Education Center:

1. Confirm dates with the Program Director
2. Return Billing and Scheduling form (feel free to email/call about scheduling choices)
3. Email: certificate of insurance, insurance requirements and signed invoice/contract
4. Send the packing list, health form and parent’s guide to parents
5. Have deposit sent at least two months in advance
6. Update the Program Director with any changes to numbers or schedule
7. Fill out and email the hot-sheet at least two weeks in advance (please include chaperones)
8. Bring remaining balance for trip upon arrival (check please)