When can families come to Frost Valley?
Are pets allowed?
What are the rates/fees?
When is check-in and check-out?
What can you do while you are here?
How long does it take to get to Frost Valley from the Tri-State area?
Do you serve vegetarian/vegan meals?
Are sheets and towels included with my lodge?
Will my cell phone/Blackberry ring at Frost Valley?
When can families come to Frost Valley?
The Forstmann Conference Center’s weekend programs begin Labor Day and continue through Father's Day. Mid-week programs occur during President’s Day break in February and the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. The East Valley Lodge/Straus Center is also available for group use. After Father's Day, Frost Valley's Summer Camp program is in session. The last week in August, the Forstmann Conference Center runs a six-night Family Camp program.
Are pets allowed?
No. Pets are not allowed on Frost Valley YMCA grounds.
What are the rates/fees?
Rates vary based size of group and length of stay. Each groups price is calculated on a per person activity charge and a group lodging fee that can be found here. The activity charge includes meals and most programs.
When is check-in and check-out?
Check-In on Friday is from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. Stop by the Welcome Center to check in your family or group.
Check-Out on Sunday from lodges is 12 p.m. and from camp by 2 p.m.
What can you do while you are here?
Frost Valley provides a wide range of programs during a weekend stay. Programs are recreational and educational in nature and designed to be enjoyed by all ages. You can find our seasonal activities here.
How long does it take to get to Frost Valley YMCA from the tri-state area?
Frost Valley YMCA is 2-1/2 hours northwest of the Tri-State area of northern New Jersey and New York City, 2 hours east of Binghamton and 2 hours southwest of Albany. Directions to Frost Valley.
Do you serve vegetarian/vegan meals?
Yes. Frost Valley YMCA can accommodate special dietary requests and address any food allergies. Special dietary needs should be shared with our staff ahead of time, to best meet the needs of your group. We ask that you contact the program coordinator at confpc@frostvalley.org two weeks in advance.
Are sheets and towels included with my lodge?
Towels, pillows, blankets, and bed linens are included in rates for Lakeview, the Castle and the East Valley Lodge/Straus Center.
For all other lodges please contact us in advance to arrange to have towels, pillows, blankets, and bed linens placed in all other buildings at $6 per set.
Will my cell phone/Blackberry ring at Frost Valley?
No. There is no cell phone service in our area and television screens are rare. Wi-fi is available in our Dining Hall and Geyer Hall. Calls to Frost Valley's main number at (845) 985-2291 are answered from 8:00 AM until 11:00 PM and messages are delivered the next meal.