2023 School Overnight Program Availability

Spring 2023: Mid March-May              Fall 2023: Mid September-Mid November
Teachers & School Administrators can inquire about availability via:
​email: retreats@nyac.com       phone:631-749-0430
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Dear Educators,
We recognize all you do for your students, schools, and communities and are dedicated to helping you design the best program possible. Located on the rocky shores of the northwest corner of Shelter Island, Quinipet Camp & Retreat Center is the perfect location for outdoor experiential education. All of our programs can be adapted to the needs and goals of your group and can incorporate learning standards for your grade level. Our facilitators are experienced educators and experts in their area, whether that be marine ecology or rock climbing. Social and Emotional learning is at the core of our in-house programming. We provide a beautiful outdoor learning facility for self-hosted activities and outside vendor programs. Quinipet offers experiences for students that help foster understanding and respect for the natural resources and inherent beauty of our region. We look forward to hosting you and your students at Quinipet for a safe, enriching, and fun program!
Thank you for all you do!
​The Quinipet Team

Program Offerings

Please note that program offerings vary by season and facilitator availability. Visit our 'Programs' page for more information or contact our office with any questions. (prices vary by group size and season)
  • Team Building: Facilitators guide small groups through a variety of low ropes elements, adventure challenges, and ground Initiatives. Content is designed to fit the abilities, age, and goals of your class. 
  • Rock Climbing: 5th grade and up. Trained belayers and rock-climbing instructors guide small groups through different rock faces. Students learn terminology, safety protocols, and gain confidence in climbing.
  • Marine Programs: Experts from the Suffolk County Cornell Cooperative Extension offer shark presentation/dissection, beach ecology, etc. 
  • Wildlife Programs: Educators from Quogue Wildlife Refuge and CEED LI offer a variety of programs from live-animal shows to hands-on workshops and guided hikes.
  • Charter Fishing Boat: Quinipet partners with local charter fishing boats such as Orient Star V, American Beauty, and Peconic Star to provide exciting fishing excursions out in the Peconic Bay.
  • Mashomack Nature Preserve: Quinipet can provide transportation to Mashomack for Naturalist-guided or self-guided hiking experiences. 
  • Looking for more? Let us know!

Meal Service

Overnight school groups typically request meal service through Quinipet. Menu's are designed by our Food Service Director prior to the retreat to allow edits/requests to be made. We can accommodate most dietary restrictions and allergies.
SAMPLE MEAL MENUS
  • Breakfast: French Toast, Eggs, Hashbrowns, Sausage, Yogurt bar
  • Lunch: Hamburgers/Veggie Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fries, Baked Beans, Salad, and Toppings Bar
  • Dinner: Grilled Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Roasted Veggies, Salad, Cookies

Lodging

Quinipet has a variety of lodging options including home-style buildings, dorm-style lodges, and the more rustic cabins. See our 'Lodging' page for pricing, images, and more information. Ask our experienced staff for recommendations based on the demographics and size of your group.

Overnight Program Schedules

Teachers and School Administrators work with Quinipet staff to design Overnight Program agendas. 

Necessary Considerations:
  • Arrival/Departure times: Schools must arrange their own transportation to and from Quinipet.
  • Number of students: Capacity varies, average is anywhere from 20-90.
  • Meals: How many meals will your stay cover? Would you like Quinipet to cater or are you providing your own meals?
  • Programs: Combination of Quinipet programs and Self-hosted activities?
​​Self-Hosted Program
Have your own agenda/activities in mind? Groups can book our site as a venue to run their own program or combine their program with Quinipet-led activities,

Book your Overnight Program!

Contact our office with preferred dates, group size, lodging preference and program requests to inquire about a booking!
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email: retreats@nyac.com
phone: 631-749-0439
​or complete our online form:

Important Notes:

  • A ferry is required to reach our site on Shelter Island from the North and South forks of LI.
  • Schools are responsible for providing transportation to/from our site, supervision, and first-aid/medical care. See Retreat Group Responsibility Agreement below
  • All students must provide a completed copy of the liability form below to participate in Quinipet programming.
Quinipet School Group Liability Waiver.pdf
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QuinipetRetreatGroupResponsibility.pdf
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