Booking Policies

Reservations & Deposit Policy

Groups can book into Camp Lakewood several years in advance. Booking at least one year in advance is highly recommended, especially for groups wanting accommodations in May or October.

Due to non-profit status of the YMCA, a membership fee of $75 will be charged to each overnight group and $25 will be charged to each day group. This membership fee is an annual group fee and cannot be waived. Individual or family YMCA memberships cannot be applied to group memberships.

The required deposit amount is 25% of the estimated amount due. Reservations are not guaranteed without a signed contract AND a deposit. The deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.

Cancellation Policy
In the event of a cancellation, a 60-day notification is required IN WRITING, or the group is responsible for payment of the total estimated amount due.

Billing
The group leader will be responsible for the total bill, which will be mailed within 2 weeks of the departure date. The group leader will provide a guaranteed number of individual group members no later than 60 days prior to the arrival date. This will be the number of people the group leader is financially responsible for (with a 5% leeway). The $75 group membership fee and all other charges will be charged to the group bill unless other arrangements have been made. The group leader will be responsible for all paperwork and arrangements and must adhere to the deadlines given. Any special requests must come from the group leader. The group leader is also responsible for distributing the necessary information to the individual group members (deposit deadline, policies, etc...). We recommend making a copy of the second page (or even both pages) of the contract to distribute.

Check-In/Check-Out
Check in time is 3:30 p.m. The rooms are not guaranteed until this time. Check out is 11:30 a.m. If the rooms are not vacated by 11:30 a.m., there will be a late charge of $25 per hour per room.

Quiet Hours
10:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m. There are no exceptions to this rule. All music and loud programs must end at 10:00 p.m.

Meal Shifts
You are assigned a mealtime during your stay. As we cater to many different groups and families on schedules of their own, please adhere to your assigned mealtime to prevent waiting in line for the dining room.

Alcohol Policy
Alcoholic beverages are allowed, but not sold on the grounds and may not be consumed in public areas. You may have alcohol in your room, cabin or reserved meeting room. We do not provide, transport or handle alcohol.

Smoking Policy
Our buildings and rooms are non-smoking. Smoking is permitted outside only, though not at activity areas.

Parking
After unloading luggage, please move your car to the designated parking area. Please do not park on the grass anywhere on property.

Firearms & Hunting
Both firearms and hunting is prohibited on YMCA property.

Pets
In compliance with Missouri State Law, guests are not permitted to bring pets on YMCA premises.