Conferences and Events
Conferences and Events
RDC is the Perfect Place to Gather!
Groups, Conferences & Family Reunion Rates
2024 Overnight and Meal Group Rates
May 30 - June 21 and August 30 - September 14
| Group size | Price |
|---|---|
| 25 - 99 | $200 |
| 100 - 199 | $183 |
| 200+ | $164 |
To qualify for Conference rates, your group must have a minimum of 25 overnight stays per night.
The conference leader will be responsible for payment to RDC of all overnight accommodations and other associated fees.
Overnight accommodation rates listed are per person per night and include three meals a day.
The rate for children 3 - 9 is 50% off the above rates. No charge for children under 3 years of age.
All rates are subject to 8.5% NH Rooms and Meals tax.
Rental of camp boat and driver (24 passenger boat) $275 per hour.
Daily boat rentals may be requested upon your arrival for an additional charge and will be delivered to your dock.
Although we try to ensure that all the rate information on our web pages is correct, please be advised that the rates listed here are subject to change without notice.
Retreats and Workshops 2024
RDC partners with several organizations to host special events each summer during our early and late seasons. The retreats and workshops listed below are open to the public. We hope you will join us for one or two!
Yoga at Squam Lake - May 30 to June 2
Join Katie O’Connell and Dragonfly Yoga Barn for their twelfth annual Relax & Renew Retreat at RDC! Energize and nourish your body and soul with four days and three nights of fun, yoga, kayaking, amazing food, friendship, lakeside lodging, loon calls, hooting owls, hiking, massage, tai chi, crackling fires, and so much more.
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Do as much or as little as you like! All activities are included in your fee except kayaks and massage therapy, which are available at additional cost. Full details are posted at www.dragonflyyogabarn.com.
Kayak University 9 - May 30 to June 2
A kayak fishing retreat presented by Old Town, is returning to RDC! Learn from some of the most knowledgeable and friendly kayak anglers in New England, as well as industry professionals. Meet other kayak anglers of all skill levels; fish for bass, salmon, trout, or perch; and build community.
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Bring your kayak and fishing gear, and come prepared to make memories and form lasting friendships. Don’t have a fishing kayak? RDC has a fleet of Ocean Kayak Malibu PDL (pedal drive) kayaks available for rent. Rustic shared accommodations, great food, great fishing, informative seminars, fireside chats and giveaways all included! More details can be found at www.KayakUniversity.info
Squam Writes - June 6 to June 9
Squam Writes will hold their annual RDC retreat from June 8 to 11. This craft-focused weekend is geared toward experienced writers looking to build friendships and support and get words on the page.
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Gain valuable insight from successful, seasoned industry professionals, problem-solve with peer critiques, and relax with meditations designed to increase your creative flow. Registration is now open! More information is available at www.tiny.cc/squamwrites.
Sacred Makers Soul Retreat - June 5 to June 9 and again on September 11 to 15
The Sacred Makers annual retreat for mixed media artists and fiber enthusiasts will take place with teachers from various creative disciplines. Kiala and Damon Givehand bring their loving energy to RDC as seasoned retreat leaders and creatives who strive to gather other MAKERS & MYSTICS for a life-affirming journey within. Over four days participants have the chance to gather and experience creative workshops designed to highlight and explore what is sacred about the act of creating.
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Project-based and intuitive classes on things like mixed media techniques, stitching, fiber arts, bookmaking, and more will be offered at all levels. We hope you will come and create with us. Please register at www.sacredmakers.com.
Writing from Nature June 13 to 16
Writers in all genres and at all stages find new words through the power of walking and observing, returns to its roots at RDC. Leader Christine Woodside is the author of Going Over the Mountain: One Woman's Journey from Follower to Solo Hiker and Back, editor-in-chief of the nation's oldest mountaineering Journal, Appalachia, and a lifelong RDCer.
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Attendees will ramble the trails, follow writing prompts, and meet new approaches. No pressure to "workshop" or write in any particular way. Optional manuscript reviews available. For more and to sign up, visit chriswoodside.com/writing-workshops/. Career builder and student rates available.
Squam Lake Novel Writing Retreat - June 14 to June 17
Squam Lake Novel Writing will be returning for its sixth session this summer. Amity Gaige, award-winning novelist, Guggenheim Fellow, Yale faculty member, and longtime RDC guest, will be leading the retreat. This retreat is small (roughly 15 writers), and includes both instruction and free time to write.
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Learn how to begin or complete your novel alongside aspiring novelists of all ages and backgrounds. Visit www.amitygaige.com/workshops to access the application or send an email to: novelwritingworkshop@gmail.com.
Squam Reiki Retreat - September 6 to September 8
Peace of Mind Reiki will host its fourth Squam Reiki Retreat at RDC. The history and beauty of, not only Squam Lake and the White Mountains that border it, but of RDC itself, will foster layer upon layer of enriching experiences.
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Adding to the location and an all-inclusive retreat will be the gift of sharing community with other Reiki trained individuals. Come together to explore, ignite and share Reiki and each other. All lineages - all levels welcome. Contact Leslie for more information and to register at peaceofmindreiki@gmail.com.
Squam Art Workshops - September 4 to September 8
Have you ever thought to come to your favorite lake and indulge in a long weekend of creative play with Squam Art Workshops? Perhaps THIS is your year? SAW has offered retreats at RDC since 2008 and with all that is going on in the world, it has never felt more needed to step off the merry-go-round and remember how it feels when we nurture our creative spirit.
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The support, encouragement, and creative inspiration that RDC has offered the Squam Art Workshops’ community for so many years is one of the great blessings in the collaborative world of artists and makers. So, if it calls to you, we’d love for you to join us. For the first time ever, we will be gathering a week earlier: September 4 to 8. For more information visit https://www.squamartworkshops.com/all-retreats/.
If you know of other great conferences or events that would be a good fit for RDC, we’d like to help make it happen. Call Becky at 603-968-3313 or send an email to Becky@RDCsquam.com.
Physical Facilities
RDC has eight facilities well-suited to a range of group functions, including family reunions, weddings, conferences, meetings, parties, plays, presentations, dances, and events of all types. We offer discounted rates for qualifying groups as well. No matter what event you're planning, we're sure that RDC is your perfect resort destination.
- Both Rockywold and Deephaven main dining rooms can be used for various activities and events. Each can comfortably seat 250 people
- RDC's Playhouse is a pavilion with a raised stage suitable for entertainment, exhibits and dances. The Playhouse is adjacent to the ball field where special picnics and barbecues can be held.
- The Longhouse Lodge is situated on the Deephaven point providing spectacular views of the Squam Range and Red Hill. It has a common area that can accommodate up to 100 people in theater seating, 75 people for receptions, and 50 people for banquets.
- Greenwood Lodge is located on the Rockywold side of camp and provides views of the lake and its islands. The common area can accommodate 45 people in a theater arrangement and 60 people for receptions (using porches).
- Deephaven Conference Room is adjacent to the Deephaven Office. It can accommodate 20 to 30 people in a classroom or theater arrangement.
- Kellogg (Rec Hall) is connected to the Playhouse and located in the center of camp. The room is equipped with a large TV, AC/heat and can accommodate up to 25 people.
- The Commons is located in the center of camp and in close proximity to the Playhouse. Within the Commons is a meeting room that opens to a large screened in-porch. It is equipped with a 75” screen TV, sound system, AC/heat and can accommodate 30-50 people.
Group Information and Policy
The following is a summary of Camp procedures and information. To help make your visit the best that it can possibly be, please take the time to read the Guest Information Manual provided in each lodging facility.
Registration: Overnight guests must register at the Camp Office upon arrival. Payment is expected at this time.
Accommodations will be clean and sanitized. Towels will be provided and beds made prior to arrival. Wood and ice are also delivered prior to arrival.
Alcohol: Alcohol is normally not allowed in Camp dining rooms or other common areas. We allow the responsible use of alcohol during early and late season group functions such as wedding receptions. Group function participants are expected to show consideration for fellow guests. RDC does not provide alcoholic beverages. The legal drinking age in New Hampshire is 21.
Boating: Guests may not harbor or dock a boat that has a motor above 25 horsepower at RDC. This rule has been established to contribute to the serenity and conservation of the lake and shoreline. We appreciate your cooperation regarding this matter, and thank you for your assistance in our stewardship of Squam Lake.
Flashlights are necessary to find your way around Camp after dark; therefore, be sure to carry a flashlight at night.
Gratuities: Guests may wish to reward employees for exceptional service; however, employees are paid with the understanding that gratuities are not required.
High heeled footwear does considerable damage to Camp's softwood floors and is dangerous for walking on RDC's rugged terrain. Therefore, we do not allow high heeled footwear in our facilities and strongly encourage the use of flat footwear on our property.
Bagged Ice: Every cottage has an ice box containing ice harvested from the lake to be used only for refrigeration purposes. Guests should use processed ice cubes for consumption. Bagged ice is located outside the dining room in each Camp.
Pets cannot be accommodated, except during "Dog Days," Saturday, September 7 to Saturday, September 14. Kennels are available in the surrounding area:
Quiet Hours: Be considerate of fellow guests by observing our quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Smoking: SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED IN ANY RDC BUILDING. Smoking is also prohibited in all common-use outdoor areas where children may congregate; such as the ball field, dining halls and main docks. It is the responsibility of all smokers to assure that their activity does not interfere with the rights of others to enjoy a clean, safe and smoke-free environment. All RDC employees adhere to a strict No Smoking policy on camp grounds.
Fireplaces: Please be extremely cautious when using cottage fireplaces. Do not leave a fire unattended. In an emergency, contact a staff person and/or one of the Camp Offices immediately.
Telephones/Internet Access: Public telephones are located near each office in small buildings named "Ma Bell" (map's 40 and 93A). Wireless internet access is available at most of our guest accommodations. If your particular accommodation does not have access, the Ma Bell facilities and both Rockywold and Deephaven Offices can be used for wireless access.
Vehicles: We urge guests to park vehicles at the designated parking area nearest their lodging facility. Car use is generally unnecessary at Camp, since most activities are within comfortable walking distance for able-bodied individuals. Those who must drive are asked to do so with caution.
Once again our family has congregated at Rockywold. Over the 32+ years we have been coming here our family has returned for the wonderful camaraderie, peacefulness and rejuvenation of our hearts and souls in a time where so many families are torn apart, and at odds, we feel so fortunate to have this beautiful, safe haven to share in some of the most special and joyful occasions in life.
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