FAQs
How do I get to camp?
The AND Camp is located in Copake, NY.
Check out the private camper Discord to arrange carpooling with other campers.
There are trains arriving at the Wassaic Station (Harlem Line from Grand Central) every 1-2 hours.
If you're traveling from New York City, there are several trains from Grand Central to Wassaic Station on the Metro-North Harlem Line.
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Option 1: Early Train
Thursday, September 17th
9:46 AM – 12:14 PM (Grand Central to Wassaic Station)
If you take this train, you'll need to arrange transportation from Wassaic Station to Camp Pontiac in advance. Here are a few local transportation options:
You may also want to coordinate with other campers on Discord to share a ride.
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Option 2: Camp Shuttle
Thursday, September 17th
11:44 AM – 2:10 PM (Grand Central to Wassaic Station)
We'll provide a shuttle bus departing Wassaic Station at 2:30 PM and heading directly to Camp Pontiac.
Please reserve your seat in advance using the arrival form, then purchase your shuttle ticket here.
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Return Shuttle (Sunday)
We'll also provide a shuttle back to Wassaic Station on Sunday, September 20th.
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Shuttle departs Camp Pontiac: 11:15 AM
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Arrives at Wassaic Station in time for the 12:15 PM train to Grand Central (arriving in NYC at 2:43 PM).
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Airport Options
Albany International Airport (ALB): Closest major airport ~1 hour drive
Bradley International Airport (BDL): Hartford, CT ~1-1.5-hour drive
Westchester County Airport (HPN): West Harrison, NY ~1.5-hour drive
New York City Airports (JFK/LGA) ~2.5-3 hour drive,
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS): ~2.5-3 hour drive
T.F. Green (PVD): ~2.5-3 hour drive
Helpful site for planning travel options: https://www.rome2rio.com/
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What time should I arrive & plan on leaving?
Campers can arrive beginning at 1pm Thursday. Check-in will be between 1-4pm. Our first workshop will begin promptly at 4:15pm Thursday, September 17, 2026.
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We will have breakfast and a closing activity on Sunday. Check-out will be at 11:30am Sunday.
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What should i bring?
You know, all the camp basics like:
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flashlight
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bug spray
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eye mask
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ear plugs
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notepad
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pen
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snacks
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waterbottle
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phone charger
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yoga mat (if participating in morning yoga)
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medications
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cosy PJs
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jacket
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flip flops for showers
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blankets
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pillow
Sheets and towels will be provided but we ask that anyone who is driving bring their own blankets and pillow.
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What is the schedule like?
All campers will participate in five improv workshops during camp. You will have one free block on Friday and one on Saturday. You can use that time to relax, join one of our fun camper-led workshops, or hop into an improv jam! Evenings will have performances by instructors with songs around the campfire a few nights! Three meals a day are included in your camp registration. There will be optional morning yoga.
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Some planning details:
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Arrival begins at 1:00pm on Thursday, September 17th
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Check-in: 1:00–4:00pm Thursday, September 17th
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First workshop: 4:15pm Thursday
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Sunday includes breakfast and a closing activity
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Check-out: 11:30am on Sunday, September 20th
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Is there a laundromat nearby?
There is a laundromat called "Laundryland" in Great Barrington, MA (which is 15-20 minutes from camp).