Gammon in the Hudson: A Backgammon Retreat
Hosted by NYC Backgammon Club x Hilltown Commons | September 5–7, 2025 | Rensselaerville, NY
Whether you’re a seasoned shark or a social roller, Gammon in the Hudson is your chance to escape the city and spend a weekend immersed in strategy, tournaments, and good company — all at the beautiful Hilltown Commons, a creative retreat campus in the Hudson Valley.
Hosted by NYC Backgammon Club founder Remington Davenport, this weekend includes everything you need to play, learn, relax, and connect.
Pricing: all-inclusive packages starting at $880pp
Your retreat tuition covers:
Expert instruction & tournament play led by Remington
Farm Fresh meals
Open Bar & Live Music
Cozy lodging on our 100-acre campus
Access to trails, fire pits, studio spaces & hang zones
From charming cottages to woodland nooks, our groovy rooms let you rest in style between games. Just show up. We’ll take care of the rest.
Location: Hilltown Commons, Rensselaerville, NY (2.5 hours from NYC)
Ready to Roll? Spots are limited and they’ll go faster than a double six on the bar.
Schedule (Subject to Change)
Friday, September 5 – Arrival & Welcome
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Check-in & Welcome Reception (Beer, wine, and specialty cocktail)
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Opening Dinner & Introduction to the Retreat
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Gals Who Gammon presentation by Remington Davenport
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Casual Play & Social Mixer
Saturday, September 6 – Let the Games Begin!
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Breakfast
10:15 AM – 12:30 PM: Tournament play begins / Casual play with lessons begin
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch
1:45 PM – 6:00 PM: Main Tournament & Casual Play
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Dinner & Gammon
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Evening Tournament play & Blitz Tournament
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Live Music
Sunday, September 7 – Finals & Closing
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Optional guided hike
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Breakfast & Championship Finals & Consolation Play
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Closing Lunch & Awards Ceremony
2:00 PM: Departures