Celebrating our 46th Gathering - August 2026

Make plans to join us for an exciting extended weekend in the Upper Hudson Valley of NY.

Join us for three or four wonderful days of fun, laughing and learning as we bring members together from our seven regions and beyond to sing and play, make new friends and cherish their old ones. Whether you hike, bike, kayak, swim, gaze at the birds or at the stars, paint, play the guitar, ukulele, drum or any other instrument, sing, scale walls, write or read, the Women Outdoors Gathering has something for almost everyone.

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CAMP SCATICO

Since its inception more than 40 years ago, Women Outdoors has sponsored an annual Gathering for all members. Join us this summer at our new home.

Camp Scatico is situated on the Twin Lakes in Elizaville, approximately one hour south of Albany and Troy in New York.

1558 County Route 19

Elizaville, NY 12523

We'll have exclusive use of the girls side of the facility with dorm style cabins, private and semi-private rooms as well as options for tenting and RV parking (no hookups). All cabins and rooms include showers, toilets, and hot water. For those tenting, there are central shower houses.

Campus Map Trail Map Interactive Map

Registration opens June 1 @ 6:30 pm

REGISTRATION INFO

Fees are $230 - $390 based on lodging choice and length of stay

Friday (8/21/2026) noon to Sunday (8/23/2026) 3 pm. This 3-day/2-night option includes 7 meals from Friday lunch to Sunday lunch.

$230 - EXCLUDES Private Rooms

Friday (8/21/2026) noon to Monday (8/24/2026) 3 pm. This 4-day/3-night option includes 10 meals from Friday lunch to Monday lunch.

$330 - Cabin, RV, Tent

$390 - Private Room

BEFORE you register, be sure to review our LODGING OPTIONS and the REGISTRATION PROCESS (questions asked during registration).

Lodging Options! Registration Process

Scholarships are available thanks to our generous members. Full and partial scholarships are available to help women who have a financial need and have been a member of Women Outdoors for at least one year. Application deadline is July 21.

Scholarship Application

Please note: Gathering attendance is for Women Outdoors members only. If you are not a member, please Join Now or Renew your membership!

Registration opens June 1 @ 6:30 pm

Register and pay by July 31
to avoid a $25 late fee!

Registration closes on August 17!

Cancellation Policy - If you cancel:

By July 20: Full refund
July 21 - July 31: $25 cancellation fee
August 1 - August 17: $50 cancellation fee only IF we are able to replace your spot with a new registration, otherwise no refund.
August 18 or later: No Refund

Note: Refunds for cancellations occurring August 1 or later will be processed after we return from the Gathering.

Volunteering

Volunteer-led workshops are a long tradition at our Gathering, allowing women to take on leadership roles and share their skills and passions in a supportive environment.

Some of our members have a lot of experience and find it easy to step forward and lead. We love you and you've probably already submitted a workshop!

Other of our members might be unsure about leading a workshop – the Gathering is your chance to start!

Think you don’t have enough experience? Pick a well-documented hike or bike ride from the activities on this page and offer to lead a small number of women.
Find a friend and co-leader if you don't feel like leading an activity by yourself.
Feeling more artsy? Then coordinate an arts & crafts workshop.
Have some expertise to share? Give a talk and share your knowledge.
Are you into lawn games or sport? Check out the available athletic games or bring a game.
Do you have a musical talent? Bring your instrument and/or voice and serenade the crew.
Worried nobody will be interested in what you have to offer? Well, you won’t know until you try and you might just find a few fellow enthusiasts.
Searching for ideas? Check out our Programming & Activities page or contact us at the email listed below!

To volunteer, you can submit a workshop idea when you register or send an email to workshops@ womenoutdoors.org. The workshop team will contact you to iron out the details.

Professional-led activities include kayaking, canoeing, archery, and a climbing wall. More Info

Activities

Most activities will be led by our members as part of our volunteer program. Check out all of the various options and possible workshops and evening activities that will be offered. Our schedule will be growing as registration progresses.

Programming & Activities Schedule of Events

dining

Food service will be provided by Camp Scatico in the dining hall. In addition, there will be coffee/tea and fruit bowl/snacks available throughout the day.

Special Dietary Requests

During registration we will ask if you have any special dietary needs or allergies. Please register by July 21 so that we can try to accommodate you!

SCATICO CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS

Pagoda

Amphitheater

Canteen

Playhouse/Social Hall

JAN BROWN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

In 2019, our 40th year, we introduced a scholarship award to honor the memory of Jan Brown, one of our beloved founding mothers. Read more about Jan and the scholarship recipients.