FAQs

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Public Transportation to Camp Ramah in Wingdale, NY?

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Yes! There is a MetroNorth train from NYC to Wingdale, NY. Schedule for Grand Central to Harlem Valley-Wingdale here: https://www.mta.info/schedules You can spot the Harlem Valley-Wingdale stop on this map: https://www.mta.info/map/22461

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What should I know about Camp Ramah in the Berkshires?

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Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is a Jewish overnight summer camp located in Wingdale, New York, approximately 90 minutes north of New York City. Established in 1964, the camp is situated on a 200-acre site by Lake Ellis and generally serves campers entering 4th to 11th grade.

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Do you have a hotel block near Camp Ramah?

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Yes! We have a block of discounted rooms at the Comfort Inn at 7-11 Peach Lake Rd, Brewster, NY 10509, about 35 minutes from camp. For reservations, call the hotel at (845) 582-0688 and mention the Rozenwasser/Pollack wedding. Rates are $159+tax until May 1st. LIMITED AVAILABILITY! Book now! Let us know if you have any problems booking.

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Which airport should I fly into?

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{All times listed WITHOUT traffic.} New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) is a 55-min drive from Camp Ramah in the Berkshires. This is a great option, but there are limited flights to the airport (I believe it serves Florida, South Carolina, and Iceland...) Newark International Liberty Airport (EWR) is a 1 hr 45 min drive from the camp. Laguardia Airport (LGA) is a 1 hr 30 min drive from the camp. (JFK) is a 1 hr 40 min drive from the camp.

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Can I bring a date or my kids?

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If they were not invited by us, please do not bring a date or your kids (no matter how cute either of them are). If you have an infant that is very attached to you, we fully understand that they will be in attendance, and will likely make themselves known. We just ask that a parent with the baby steps away if your baby becomes loud during the quiet part of our ceremony.

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Can I park at Camp Ramah for the day of the wedding?

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Yes. There will be signs guiding you to the correct parking area, and then signs/attendants leading you to the bathrooms, bedeken, chuppah, and reception areas.

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Is the camp kid and/or dog friendly?

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The camp facilities are set up for 4th - 11th graders. The wedding locations (chuppah + reception) will feature backless benches. Chairs with backs will be provided for those adults that require; however, we suggest that you prepare children booster seats accordingly. There are animal traps around the perimeter of the camp, so it is imperative that parents monitor their children at all times. For this same reason, dogs and other pets are NOT permitted at the camp.

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Is there an eruv?

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Yes! It doesn’t not include the lake, but it includes the majority of the campus! Ramah will check and maintain a kosher eruv.

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Does Camp Ramah have a religious policy?

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Yes, at Ramah we strive to meet the standard of a religious community. Therefore, all programs that use our facilities are expected to follow our religious policy. Except for emergencies, guests are prohibited from entering or exiting Camp grounds for the duration of Shabbat. All participants must arrive before Shabbat and may not depart until after Shabbat has ended. We also encourage all guests to refrain from using electronics in public spaces. No outside food or drink may be brought into the dining room. All food brought to camp must have a proper kosher symbol.

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What activities will there be on Shabbat?

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In accordance with the Shabbat observance policy at Ramah we make the following activities available to groups on Shabbat: sports, hiking, and limited elements of the low ropes course. We will also have lawn games, drinking, singing, board games, and general frivolity.