CAMP COLLECTIVE
november 13–15, 2026 | vanderkamp, cleveland, NY
Equal parts strategy and restoration, this weekend is designed for women who are ready to rest, reflect, reconnect with their vision, and begin building the plan to bring it to life.
camp collective is an all-inclusive women’s retreat set at vanderkamp, a wilderness retreat in upstate new york.
Here, you’ll have Three days to rest, get clear, and leave with an actual plan for what's next.
November 13-15, 2026 at Vanderkamp
Coming with a friend? You’re welcome to request each other as roommates, and we’ll make sure you’re placed together.
Plus, take advantage of our Bring a Friend perk!
After you register, email admin@cnywomensnetwork.com to get a discount code for your friend.
They’ll receive $50 off their registration, and you’ll receive $50 cash back after they complete their registration using your code.
bring a friend and save!
THE DETAILS
What is it? an All-inclusive 2-night retreat for growth-minded women.
when is it? november 13–15 2026
Where is it? vanderkamp in cleveland, new york
how Do i sign-up? click the ticket link below
This year’s Camp Collective will be held at Vanderkamp, a wilderness retreat set on 850 remote acres in Cleveland, New York, just 45 minutes from Syracuse, New York.
Vanderkamp was founded in the belief that immersing ourselves within the natural world can have a transformative impact on personal and professional growth.
Taking cues from the natural world, vanderkamp has crafted spaces that encourage contemplation, conversation, and curiosity.curiosity.
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meet Our fACILITATORS
VANESSA KLINE
REGISTERED YOGA TEACHER
Vanessa KLINE is originally from Syracuse, New York, and now lives in Orlando, Florida. Her work sits at the intersection of movement, skincare, and whole-person wellness. She is a registered yoga teacher, classical mat Pilates instructor, and licensed esthetician with five years of experience, much of that spent working alongside a well-known plastic surgeon in Winter Park, Florida.
Vanessa is passionate about helping people feel and look their best while bridging aesthetic, physical, and spiritual wellness in a way that feels approachable and sustainable. When she is not working with clients or continuing her education, Vanessa loves traveling, running, taking fitness classes, and spending time with friends.
Vanessa will be facilitating yoga sessions at Camp Collective.
AUTUMN SAUNDERS
INTUITIVE SOMATIC GUIDE
Autumn SAUNDERS is a mother, poet, entrepreneur, holistic business advisor, and beloved facilitator within the CNY Women’s Network community. For more than three decades, she has created spaces that help women slow down, reconnect with themselves, and move through seasons of growth and transition with greater clarity, confidence, and ease.
Her work weaves together embodiment, reflection, movement, intuitive guidance, and practical tools that support deeper self-trust and wellbeing. At Camp Collective, Autumn brings a grounded, thoughtful presence that invites women to step away from the noise, listen more closely to themselves, and reconnect with the parts of who they are that can sometimes get lost in the pace of everyday life.
Liz Schmidt
vice president, Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways
Liz SCHMIDT is a Central New York native and Vice President of Property and Program at Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways, where she oversees summer camps, outdoor experiences, educational programs, travel, and camp properties.
Liz earned her degree in Political Science and Secondary Education from SUNY Geneseo before beginning her career in outdoor education with AmeriCorps in Texas. After returning to Central New York, she spent 10 years at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, leading educational programs, camps, and hands-on learning experiences.
For the past 10 years, Liz has been part of Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways, combining her love of the outdoors, education, and creating meaningful experiences for girls. She is passionate about the Girl Scouts' mission and the opportunity to help girls build confidence, learn new skills, and explore the world around them.
founder & host of cultivate with alex canavan, founder of cny women’s network
Alex Canavan
Alex Canavan is the Founder of the CNY Women's Network, a community-driven media and leadership platform based in Syracuse, New York.
she is also the host of Cultivate with Alex Canavan, a podcast featuring 140+ conversations with founders, executives, and community-builders since 2023.
the itinerary
friday, november 13
9:00 AM | Arrival, Coffee & Light Bites
Arrive at Vanderkamp and meet us in Kempwick Commons to kick off the retreat.
10:00 aM | community building
Start the morning with coffee and playful icebreakers before heading onto Vanderkamp’s trails for paired walk-and-talk conversations.
We'll wrap up as a group, sharing how we can support one another throughout the weekend.
11:00 aM – 12:00 pm | Words to Carry: A Bracelet Making Session
Choose the one word you need to hear most right now and turn it into a bracelet to wear all weekend, then pass it on to someone who needs it before we say goodbye.
12:00 PM | Picnic Lunch at a Hidden Location
Explore one of the many secrets of Vanderkamp at our hidden picnic lunch
1:30 PM | Rest, Reflect & Rise with Autumn Saunders
A reflective session designed to slow down, honor the season you’ve moved through, and identify what you want to carry forward.
2:30 PM | Break + check-in
get settled into rooms, refresh, and create a little breathing room before the afternoon experience.
3:15 PM | Group Breathwork Session at White Pine Spa
A guided 90-minute breathwork experience designed to create space for release, deep connection, and restoration.
4:45 PM | open reset time
Stay in the wellness space, get settled into your room, journal, rest, shower, or simply take some quiet time before dinner.
6:00 PM | Group Dinner at Grace Manor
A relaxed shared meal together at Grace. Braised Chicken with Apple-brandy cream, Rosemary Smashed Potatoes, Roasted Acorn Squash & Seasonal Vegetables, Bacon-Orange Supreme Salad (Goat cheese, shaved fennel, creamy white balsamic), Flourless chocolate cake with raspberry coulis and vanilla cream
7:00 PM | Girl Scouts Fire-Building + Bonfire Experience with Liz Schmidt
Learn to build the perfect campfire, cook something fun over the flames, and settle in for a cozy night together.
saturday, november 14
6:45 AM | Optional Sunrise Paddle
Start your Saturday on the water. Dress warm and grab a coffee, then slip out onto Vanderkamp's private lake as the sun comes up over the trees.
It's quiet, it's still, and it just might be the most peaceful moment of your whole weekend. Paddles and gear are provided, and no experience is needed.
7:30 – 9:00 aM | Slow Morning & Breakfast at Grace Manor
A relaxed start to the day with breakfast, coffee, conversation, and time to ease into the morning.
9:00 aM | Workshop: Map out your 2027 Goals & Intentions with Alex Canavan
A guided session to step back, think bigger, and get clear on what you want to create, prioritize, and move toward in 2027.
10:30 AM | Empowering Yoga with Vanessa Kline
A mind-body practice led by registered yoga teacher and classical mat Pilates instructor Vanessa Kline, designed to bridge physical and spiritual wellness through intentional movement, breath, and connection with the body.
11:30 aM | break/refresh
Time to grab a drink, change, reset, or take a few quiet minutes before the next session.
12:00 PM | Execution Planning Session
Turn the morning’s vision into action. spend time identifying priorities, mapping next steps, and building a practical plan for moving forward after the retreat.
1:30 PM | Lunch
A Grain Bowl (Herb-roasted chicken, Quinoa and wild rice, Roasted sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, Dried cranberries, Toasted pumpkin seeds, Apple-cider Dijon vinaigrette) and Carrot-Ginger Soup
2:30 PM | quiet hour at grace
continue the mornings work solo at Grace or by breaking into working groups at the VK lounge.
Those who feel complete may explore Vanderkamp, catch up with another attendee, or simply do nothing.
3:30 PM | guided hike
A guided hike through Vanderkamp to get outside, move, connect, and experience more of the property together.
5:00 PM | break
Time to shower, change, rest, or unwind before dinner.
6:30 PM | Dinner
Vanderkamp Red-Wine Braised Short Rib Cabernet pan jus, Roasted Garlic-Thyme Whipped Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan, Warm Baked Apple and vanilla ice cream
7:30 PM | Slumber party
Cozy clothes, a creative project, snacks, a movie, and an easy night together. Craft, watch, chat, or just settle in and relax.
Sunday, november 15
8:00 AM | grab & Go Breakfast
An easy final morning with breakfast available in Grace while you pack and ease into the day.
10:00 aM | Head to Spa Day at White Pine Spa
A relaxed, choose-your-own-experience day designed to give you one final opportunity to slow down, restore, and enjoy the retreat before heading home.
Choose your own services and exit time and relax into your departure to the world outside.
Complimentary Wellness Experiences
The morning is intentionally unstructured so you can can move between experiences at your own pace.
anyone who is not in private appointments will still have access to a variety of thoughtfully curated complimentary wellness experiences.
Elevated Spa Services
A selection of elevated wellness and spa services will be available by private appointment with our visiting partners for attendees who would like to personalize their morning with an additional treatment or experience.
10:30 PM | Detox Yoga with Vanessa Kline
A yoga practice led by registered yoga teacher and classical mat Pilates instructor Vanessa Kline.
PARTNERSHIP opportunities available!
We’re offering a limited number of opportunities for businesses that want to support the Camp Collective experience.
Get your brand in front of a community of growth-minded women through meaningful experiences or by donating products for the event. From self-discovery workshops to classic camp fun, your support helps create memorable moments that leave a lasting impact.
