Check out the amazing Sports facilities at Camp Schodack’s Berkshire Retreat Center
Located just 20 minutes from downtown Albany, Camp Schodack has been owned and operated by the Krouner family for 3 generations.
Located on 40 acres of open playing fields and sports facilities, the camp is surrounded by a further 60 acres of woodlands, all crisscrossed with running and hiking trails that are perfect for athletes or keen hikers to explore. The camp has a huge range of sports and activities available for groups to use, which are all complemented by wonderful facilities including large indoor and outdoor spaces, in addition to our huge dining hall and many other excellent areas you can make use of.
Operating as a summer camp from mid-June to mid-August means that the facilities are available for groups to use from May to mid-June and then late August through the fall into October.
Sports Facilities
The camp boasts an incredible range of sports facilities that are perfect for training and conditioning as well as recreational use. Spread over 40 acres guests can take advantage of tennis, basketball, soccer, volleyball, street hockey, archery, and more. There are 2 outdoor heated pools and for those looking for something more adventurous, the camp has a 5-sided climbing tower and zip-line, horseback riding, and a purpose-built go-kart track which is perfect for letting off some steam.
The entire property can be made available for exclusive use or shared by multiple groups, teams at the same time.
Find out more: https://berkshireretreatcenter.com/sports-and-athletics
Accommodation
The camp features a range of different accommodation types with the majority spread throughout 20 beautifully renovated cabins. All come with high ceilings and cooling fans as well as ensuite bathroom and shower facilities. Each cabin also features wooden decking with outdoor seating to make the most of the warm summer days and nights.
For those looking for something more private, there are a number of more intimate cabins that are perfect for couples or individuals. All come with private showers and bathrooms as well as queen beds and air-conditioning.
There is also the camps ‘Lodge’ building which features 4 bedrooms either side of a large, central common room. This building is great for groups of 3-30 and is perfect for sports teams or others that are planning to keep their guests together.
Find out more: https://berkshireretreatcenter.com/accommodation
Catering
One of the great features of the venue is the option for guests to have catered plans or to take a self-catering option. Having recently completed construction on a brand new culinary arts center, allows guests to prepare their own meals easily on-site.
If groups choose to take a catered plan then there are a number of options available that the events coordinator and chefs can put together after consultation. These can include hot meals, served buffet style, packed lunches for groups on the move or they can arrange for food trucks and other off-site catering options to be available.
The Camp’s main dining hall building can comfortably seat 500 people at once if needed. The room can be broken down into smaller dining areas and also features an outdoor patio that can sit up to 80 people.
Find out more: https://berkshireretreatcenter.com/sample-menu
Facilities
Alongside all of the amazing sports and accommodation at the camp, are the rest of the incredible facilities that are available for groups to take advantage of. Over the past 12 months, the camp has spent time and resources developing new areas that are sure to be a hit with guests. These areas include a brand new welcome center featuring smaller rooms available for more classroom-style teaching if required, as well as a large common room. There is the brand new fitness center and spin studio in addition to a games room featuring air hockey and table tennis.
Aside from the newest areas of the camp are the 500 seater amphitheater and 500 person playhouse, both perfect areas for accomodating large groups. There is the ‘Garden', which is a huge indoor basketball court and also the Rec Hall, a smaller indoor space that can accommodate 50-100 people.
Find out more: https://berkshireretreatcenter.com/new-gallery
Experience
Camp Schodack has been creating amazing summers for children and staff for over 60 years and in that time we have learned what it takes to make meaningful experiences for the people that stay with us. Whether you are looking to bond as a group, make the most of the sports and fitness facilities, or are just looking to escape to the countryside for a little ‘R & R’ then we know how to help.
Everyone that books with us get access to our core team who have years of experience working with groups of all kinds from high school and college athletes, wedding groups, and corporate retreats.
Find out more: https://berkshireretreatcenter.com/