Camp Policies & General Information

Camp Winnekeag offers an ideal location for inspiration, fellowship, and recreation. Operated by the Southern New England Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, the facility hosts youth camps from June through August. From September through the last weekend of May, it is available for families, youth groups, church gatherings, and small conventions.

Situated beside the beautiful Lake Winnekeag in Ashburnham, Massachusetts, the camp is central to many historical sites. The grounds feature trails for hiking and abundant opportunities for nature study and photography. The lake affords water enthusiasts opportunities to swim, canoe, kayak, paddle, or ski. Other activities include a climbing wall, canopy zip line, and archery. There is ample space for tent camping and a limited number of RV sites. The Activity Center has a capacity of 500 and is equipped for both basketball and volleyball. The camp is dedicated to the preservation of the natural beauty of the area, and every visitor is encouraged to participate in this endeavor.

All buildings are winterized.

Headquarters: 8 people (maximum capacity)

Pathfinder Lodge: 56 people (maximum capacity)

Cabins: 108 people (maximum capacity)

RV Sites: 5 (3 full & 2 with water and electric)

Tent Sites: 12 (no hookups)

Eagle Eye Cabin: 6 (Call for Availability)
Group leaders should not plan for more than this number due to State and Local Codes.

All groups must have accident insurance coverage that covers events conducted away from their home facility. If the group is sponsored by a church or school and desires coverage under their policy, board approval should be obtained.

Only user groups of over 100 people may rent the entire facility, unless it is a couples' retreat using 75% of the facilities. The camp reserves the right to book multiple groups and endeavors to match compatible groups to best utilize resources.

All reservations must be made directly with Camp Winnekeag.

1. The application and reservation deposit are required before a confirmation is considered.

2. Reservations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

3. Reservations for the following year open on the first Monday of November in the current year, starting at 9:00 AM.

4. SNEC office directors are permitted to book up to 18 months prior to their event.

5. SNEC Constituent Members are given priority booking from November through December.

6. Beginning the first Monday of January, booking is open for the current year to all groups meeting camp policy requirements.

7. Dates requested by phone or in person without an application will be held for 10 days to allow time for the application and registration deposit to be received. (It is strongly recommended to call the camp on the day the application and deposit are sent.) If the application and deposit are not received within 10 days, the date may be released to other groups without notice.

8. All prior financial obligations must be paid in full before booking another event.

The camp must receive the Reservation Fee and application before a confirmation is issued. The Reservation Fee is to be returned to Camp Winnekeag within 10 days of booking the event. This fee is non-refundable if the event is cancelled less than 90 days prior. This fee will be applied as a deduction on the final invoice.

A full refund is provided if the camp must cancel the event.

If the group cancels:

> 90 day notice: Partial deposit refund may be available.

< 90 day notice: No refund.

Conference bookings may incur cancellation fees unless the event can be rebooked in the same calendar year or the time slot is filled by a similar size group.

If the camp is providing food, the "Advanced Guarantee Meal Count" must be returned no later than 15 days prior to the event. After this date, an additional 10% late fee will be added to the total meal count multiplied by the lowest meal cost.

Please collect money from individual campers and pay the total in one check made out to Camp Winnekeag. All invoices are due within 30 days unless arrangements are made with the manager. Groups with outstanding bills forfeit the privilege of rebooking until the balance is paid in full.

Per the Camp Operating Board, the Sabbath Service loose offering, if given to the camp, may be substituted for the commuter daily rate on Sabbath only.

Daily rates apply for six days a week. On the Sabbath, guests are invited to give an amount that expresses gratitude for the camp environment provided for peace and rest.

The Camp Manager resides two houses north of camp on the left side (285 Ashby Road).

The Assistant Ranger resides in the blue house across the street from the camp entrance.

They are available to assist. However, except for emergencies, please do not disturb them after 10:00 PM or before 7:00 AM. (Contact information is listed on the front page of the billing worksheet provided by the host upon arrival).

It is strongly recommended to have medical personnel with current certification and a first aid kit on site. Group Leaders should have the names and addresses of all participants, emergency contact names and phone numbers, and a list of any person with known allergies or health conditions requiring treatment, restrictions, or special accommodations. Information affecting camp personnel should be passed on to the Camp Host upon arrival.

Minors without a parent on site are required to have a signed permission form that includes permission to seek emergency treatment or a signed religious waiver. This form can be downloaded from the website and is the responsibility of the Group Leader.