FATHER · KIDS · CAMPING
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Annual Trip · Catskills NY
FKC
AutoCamp
2026
Thu Jun 18 → Fri Jun 19
AutoCamp Catskills · Saugerties, New York
Water Park · Glamping · BBQ · Lake
The Itinerary
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Two days, bookended by water
The Plan
Thursday · Jun 18
- 12:00 PMMeet at SplashDown Water ParkAfternoon at the water park on the way up
- 5:00–6:00 PMCheck in at AutoCamp CatskillsSettle into the Explorer Suites
- EveningBBQ + firepit nightWe grill our own meat order
Friday · Jun 19
- MorningBreakfast at AutoCamp
- 10:00 AMCheck out
- MiddayMinnewaska lake swimOn the drive home — beach opens this exact day
FKC AutoCamp 2026The Roadmap
The Crew
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Confirmed families
Who's In
- Maurice AssoulinMeyer, Roxanne & Zack
- Jack AntebyTeddy
- Freddy FallasVivian & Ruby
- Murray DoueckStevie, Adrienne & Lily
- Eddie HidaryJack, Zvi & James
- Jack SerureJanet, Teddy & Frieda
6 Dads · 15 KidsWho's In
Thu Jun 18 · Day 01
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Thursday Afternoon
SplashDown
Beach
The water park stop on the way up — wave pool, lazy river, 25+ rides & slides.
Meet
12:00 Noon — together at the gate
Where
Fishkill, NY16 Old Rte 9 W · on the way up
Hours
Open 10 AM – 6 PM
Cost
~$59 per personWeekday gate price
Water Day 01 of 02SplashDown
Thu Jun 18 · Evening
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Thursday Night
AutoCamp
Catskills
Check-in
5:00–6:00 PM — settle into the Explorer Suites
On site
Complimentary bikes, pool, firepits & outdoor games
Evening
Firepit hangout under the trees
Address
882 NY-212, Saugerties, NY 12477
The Hub · 1 NightAutoCamp
The Room
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Where we sleep
The Rooms
Two ways to stay — both fully kitted. Pick your party.
A Explorer Suite Sleeps 4
- Queen bed + pull-out sofa
- Kitchenette, A/C, TV, Bluetooth & spa bathroom
- Towels, toiletries & premium Tempur-Pedic bedding
B Premium Family Cabin Sleeps 6
- Queen bed + twin bunks + pull-out sofa
- Full kitchen, A/C, TV, Bluetooth & spa bathroom
- Private fire pit & outdoor dining area
Suite or Cabin · Sleeps 4–6The Rooms
AutoCamp · The Kitchen
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On-site restaurant & bar
The Kitchen
Full menu at the Clubhouse — swipe through food & drinks.
The Kitchen · 7 AM – 10 PMDining
Thu Jun 18 · Dinner
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Thursday Night
BBQ Night
We bring the full meat order and grill it ourselves at AutoCamp's firepits. Full shopping run on the next card.
Regular hot dogs
Beef burgers / sliders
Chicken burgers
Green spinach burger
Chicken skewers
Thin chicken cutlets
Skirt steak
Club steak
Salami
Grill at the FirepitsBBQ
Fri Jun 19 · Morning
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Friday Morning
Breakfast
Two ways to do it.
1
AutoCamp Kitchen + General StoreOn-site
- Complimentary coffee, tea & granola in the Clubhouse 7–10 AM
- Continental spread: croissants, muffins, pastries, fresh fruit, yogurt
- The Kitchen for purchase — toasted bagels, breakfast sandwiches, burritos, Greek yogurt bowls, warm grain bowls
2
Bring from homeKosher dairy / pareve
- Cereal, milk, OJ, bread, PB&J, cream cheese, bagels, granola bars, fruit, coffee
- Paper plates, cups & utensils
Each suite has a kitchenette for light prep & storage.
Fuel Up Before CheckoutBreakfast
Fri Jun 19 · Drive Home
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Friday · One last dip
Two Ways
Home
Get in the water before the drive — pick your adventure. The group decides.
A Full Lake Day
Lake Minnewaska
Crystal-clear sky lake in the Shawangunk Ridge — the full swim-beach day.
Open in Google Maps →B Quick Waterfall
Schalks Falls
Natural waterfall on Plattekill Creek in West Saugerties — short walk from the road, scenic, great for kids.
Open in Google Maps →Lake or Falls · Group DecidesFriday
Provisions · From Deal
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The shopping run
Grocery List
The official run — someone from Deal carries it all up in the cooler.
Meat
- Regular hot dogs
- Beef burgers / sliders
- Chicken burgers
- Green spinach burger
- Chicken skewers2-pack baby
- Thin chicken cutletsTBC
- Skirt steak
- Club steak
- Salami
Groceries
- Ice packs
- Pickles
- Coleslaw
- Mustard
- Ketchup
- Hot dog buns
- Hamburger buns
- Plastic plates
- Plastic utensils
- NapkinsBounty
- Beer
Cooler packed in DealGroceries
Before You Go
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Pack light, pack smart
What
To Pack
- Bathing suits + towels for the waterSplashDown + Minnewaska
- Clothing — layersHoodie / sweatshirt for Catskills evenings
- Sandals / water shoes
- Waterproof sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Headlamps
- Road snacks & drinks
- Charcoal + lighter fluidFor the BBQ firepit grill
- Grilling utensils — tongs & spatula
AutoCamp provides towels, toiletries, bedding, pillows & comforters — pack light for the room. Bring your own beach/pool towels for the water days.
Two Water Days · One NightPacking