The retreat begins with Maghrib on Friday, October 11 and concludes during mid-morning on Monday, October 14
The retreat site is within driving distance of most cities in the US mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, as well as Southeast Canada.
Nearest Airports:
Binghamton, NY (BGM): Approximately 1 hour by car. Direct flights from Detroit, MI available.
Scranton, PA (AVP): Approximately 1 hour by car. Direct flights from Chicago, IL available.
Newark, NJ (EWR): Approximately 2.5 hours by car. Direct flights from most major US cities and international destinations, often with lower ticket prices. Please note, we recommend utilizing EWR for flights as a group shuttle will be arranged for transport to/from the retreat site. (Roundtrip Shuttle Service to/from Newark Airport (EWR) is $50 per person. Add to Cart.)
Travel Information
Arrival: Retreat check-in will begin at 3 p.m. on Friday, October 11. The group shuttle will be departing Newark Airport (EWR) between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m., EST on Friday, October 11. If you plan to take the shuttle, please make sure your flight arrives no later than 2:00 p.m.
Departure: As noted above, the retreat will conclude by 10 a.m. on Monday, October 14, with collective departure by no later than 11 a.m. The group shuttle will be departing Camp Zeke for Newark Airport (EWR) on Monday, October 14 at 11 a.m. EST. Please be sure to plan your travel accordingly.
Shuttle Travel Parameters: If you are booking flights to/from Newark (EWR), please utilize the following arrival and departure parameters:
Flight Arrival: no later than 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct 11
Flight Departure: no earlier than 3 p.m. on Monday, Oct 14
Local Area Information
Nearest Gas Stations/Mini-marts/Grocery
Arlo’s Country Store
South of camp; approx. 7 miles/10 min. drive.
10340 PA – 171
Union Dale, PA 18470
570-727-2970
6 AM to 10 PM
Preston Country Market
North of camp; approx. 5 miles/8 min. drive.
PA – 370
Preston Park, PA 18455
570-798-2871
5:30 AM to 8 PM
Zazzera’s Supermarket
South of camp; approx. 15 miles/22 min. drive.
600 Main St.
Forrest City, PA 18421
570-785-3128
8 AM to 8 PM
Tops Supermarket
North of camp; approx. 13 miles/19 min. drive
16 West Main St.
Hancock, NY 13783
607-637–3369
Family Dollar
North of camp; approx. 13 miles/20 min. drive
68 W. Front St.
Hancock, NY 13783
845-747-0023
Ice cream/coffee shop:
“B Scoops”
1459 Crosstown Hwy
Lakewood, PA 18439
570-798-2227
Nearest Pharmacy
Rite Aid – North of camp; approx. 13miles/19 min. drive.
119 West Main St.
Hancock, New York 13783
607-637-2887
The nearest major town with multiple amenities is Honesdale, PA. Honesdale is about a 40-minute drive south of the camp. There is a 24- hour Walmart in Honesdale.
Walmart, Honesdale – approx. 26 miles/45 min. drive.
723A Old Willow Avenue
Honesdale, PA 18431
570-251-9543
Camp Zeke Contact Information
31 Barry Watson Way, Lakewood, PA 18439
Phone: 212-913-9783
Email: register@thezawiyah.org
What to Bring
Camp Zeke is at approximately 1,800 ft above sea level, and the autumn climate can be quite cool. We expect high temps in the 60’s to low’s in the upper 30’s. Please note the following items as you prepare:
Comfortable, layered clothing (t-shirts, full sleeve shirts, and sweaters) for changes in temperature throughout the day
Fleece jacket or sweater for cool evening weather
Weather-resistant jacket/outerwear
Umbrella, in light of possible forecasted rain
Activewear
Water bottle
Sunglasses
Sneakers and/or hiking shoes
Sandals and/or flip flops
Extra towels or bedding (optional, as we will be provided with then essentials) – please note that cabins will be heated
Basic toiletries
Hat
Sunscreen and bug spray
Writing/note-taking materials (notebook, pens/pencils, electronic device, etc)