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Gammon in the Hudson: An Upstate Backgammon Retreat


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

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