BYM Camp OFF-SEASON Rentals 2007-2008
The Yearly Meeting has three beautiful properties that are available for rent by Monthly Meetings, families, other groups and individuals during the off-season. These properties are suited for retreats, workshops, outdoor education and gatherings of Friends and family. We have even had weddings and reunions on the properties. All the camps are closed from October 31st to April 1st.
If you are ready to make a reservation click HERE. To learn more keep reading.
You should be aware that our facilities are very primitive. The Camper shelters are screened but open to the natural world as well as the elements. There are no outdoor lights or electricity in and around these cabins to mar the areas natural beauty. The staff cabins are enclosed but not heated or insulted. They have no plumbing and have minimal electrical service. The grounds are not lighted and flashlights are essential for getting around at night. Some visitors are able to find mattresses that are suitable for them but it is best to bring all of your own bedding.
The kitchens are well equipped and have most of the utensils and appliances that one would expect. Stoves, refrigerators, pots, pans, bowls, utensils and table settings are available for you to use but should be washed first.
Renters should make themselves aware of the beginning and ending dates of the hunting seasons in the state where the camp is located. We do not allow hunting on our property during the rental season but cannot speak for the land owners around us. Dates for MD hunting seasons are available at www.dnr.state.md.us/huntersguide/index.asp
Dates for VA hunting seasons are available at www.dgif.virginia.gov/hunting/
We ask that you please replace any items that you use. You will do your own cooking and need to bring food and paper goods. Warm bedding or sleeping bags, camp mattresses, flashlights and bug spray are important parts of a pleasant visit. Other items that you may want to consider include: Rain Poncho, Toiletries, Towels, Change of Clothes, Comfortable Shoes, Shower Shoes, Warm Sweater or Jacket, First Aid Kit, and Sunscreen.
Step 1: Pick a camp:
For more information about each of the camps click the links below:
Catoctin | Shiloh | Opequon
Step 2: Pick the month and date you want and check availability.
To skip to the rental calendars click the links below:
Catoctin Calendar | Shiloh Calendar | Opequon Calendar
Step 3: E-mail David Hunter, Camp Property Manager at the
BYM office to make the reservation or call him at 301-774-7663
ext. 16.
We'll need the following information in order to make the reservation:
- Your name
- Group name
- Group leader
- Billing contact
- The name of your organization
- Address
- Daytime phone number
- E-mail address
- Estimated number of participants
- the camp you wish to rent and the facilities you would like to use
- Arrival and departure dates
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
A NOTE ON OUR PROGRAMS:
Our goal is to foster the kind of self-esteem that facilitates spiritual growth. Opportunities for such growth are created in the process of supporting campers through challenging experiences. Success in negotiating rapids or exploring artistic creativity offers a deeper strength from which to accept the challenge and risk of turning inward toward the Light. Typically, a camper goes home a more competent, confident person whose spiritual roots have deepened and whose ties to the broader Quaker community have strengthened.
