Here’s some FAST FACTS for our 2021 R&R Weekend 

July 15 -18th  2021

                                                                                    

Originally the R&R was to be held in California or on the West Coast, why was the location changed? 

Well ... Covid happen!  The state restrictions in place would impact our ability to meet at the hotel.  With the uncertainty of the next several months, it was decided to move to a Jellystone park to allow us to meet and meet the Covid guidelines and restrictions.  We are looking to go out West for the 2022 R&R. We apologize to our families who were anticipating us holding our R&R out West for 2021. 

Where is this Jellystone Park located?  

•  340 Blackburn Road Quarryville, PA 17566 USA 

Nearest Airports?

• Baltimore/Washington International - 75 minute drive
• Harrisburg International - 60 minute drive 
• Philadelphia International - 75 minute drive 

What’s offer at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Quarryville?

• Located on 63 lush, wooded acres that adjoin a scenic, 100-acre county park in Southern Lancaster, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort in Quarryville, Pennsylvania offers a breathtaking camping experience the whole family will enjoy! Activities around the park include exploring The Amish Village, Hershey Park, or you can enjoy the many onsite amenities including a waterslide, pools, mini-golf and fishing.
  
  

What are the accommodations?

• Trailblazer Cabin - $366.30 a night plus tax
• Premium Cottage - $341.10 a night plus tax
• Forest Cove Cabin - $339.30 a night plus tax
• Deluxe Cabin - $364.50 a night plus tax 
• Cozy Cabin $246.60 a night plus tax
• Cottage - $317.70 a night plus tax

• Most cabins are equipped with a fully furnished/working kitchen, a bedroom, loft area with additional sleeping spaces, pull out sleeper sofa and and or a futon.
• RV sites offer electric, sewer and water hookups, digital cable television, and more. tent sites offer a more traditional camping experience. 

• A one-time charge of $20 is available for those who would like linens provided (sheets, towels, blankets, etc.)

When is the reservation deadline for 2021's R&R and where do I book? 

• We have a limited number of cabins available under our name so don't delay! March 6th is DEALINE!! 
  

• Call the campground office at + 1 (717) 610-4505 Tell them you are with the MDSA group for dates July 15 - July 18th 2021 and we have reservations on hold.  

• Don't forget to add on a golf cart! They are so worth it getting around the campground! You won't regret it! 

• Here is the link to the cabin descriptions on their website. https://jellystonepa.com/cabin

• Click here to view the Park/ campground map 
  
  

Do we have to stay at the campground to take part in the R&R? 

Nope, you don't have to stay there to take part. You can stay at a hotel or you may live within driving distance. 
However, you will need to purchase a Day Camp Pass per person, that include access to the Water Zone and pools, adventure mini-golf, use of the jumping pillows and pedal kart track (parental supervision required), hourly activities (some require an additional fee), horseshoes, sand volleyball court, disc golf, basketball, shuffleboard, playground, and fishing pond. 

• Day guests under 2 are free
• Day guests 2+ are $30/person.

*There will be a $5 fee per vehicle.

What is the cancelation and or Covid policy at campground?

• Cancellation policy can be found here https://jellystonepa.com/covid-19/
  
  

Will there still be research? 

• Absolutely!  IMDSA is all about connecting families with the wonderful research teams.  We've decided to remove the all day presentations to hopefully be able to hold 2-3 presentation instead. This should allow more time for families to connect. 

What will the weekend look like?

• We've been listening to our families. You've voiced a desire for a more social atmosphere and Jellystone is a great family friendly location with many all-inclusive activities.

• It also gives the board more opportunities regroup in an effort to expand. We have the best families and lots of great ideas to continue hosting our conferences.  Additional board members will help us reach those goals.
  
  

General Weekend Agenda - Details may change

Thursday July 15

• Check in at 4:00 pm 
• 7:00 - 7:30 pm - Family Meet & Greet - Location: Pavillion
• 7:30 - 10:30 pm - Crazy 80s DJ Dance Party - Location: Amphitheatre

Friday July 16

• 9:00 am - 1:00 pm - Guest Speakers - Location: Pavillion

9:00 am - 10:00 am - Dr. Colleen Jackson-Cook - Topic: Mosaic Down Syndrome 101

10:15 am - 11:15 am - Dr. Ruth Brown - Topic: Latest Research Update

11:30 - 1:00 pm - Maria Dellapina - Topic: Red Flags in Vision and Learning, Plus What is MoyaMoya?

• Lunch on own
• 1:00 - 3:00 pm - Activity for S.A.L.T. Group - Location: TBD
• 2:00 - 4:00 pm - Activity for Teens - Location: TBD
• 2:00 - 5:00 pm - Research Appointments Available - Location: TBD
• 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Family Laser Tag - Location: Laser Tag at Campground
• Dinner on own
• 8:30 - 10:30 pm - Guy's Night Out - Location: Campground Pavillion

Saturday July 17

• 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - Research Appointments Available - Location: TBD
• 10:00 - 11:30 am - Self-Advocate Round Table - Location: Pavillion
• 11:30 am - 12:30 pm - Pizza Party - Location: Pavillion
• 12:30 pm - ? - Family Day at the Pool - Location: Cabanas at the pool are reserved for IMDSA families for all day Saturday.
• Dinner on Your Own
• 8:30 - 10:30 pm - Ladies' Night Out - Location: Pavillion
• 9:00 - 10:00 pm - Movie Night - Goonies - Location: Amphitheater  

Sunday July 18

• Check out at 11:00 am. See you next year! 

As we get closer to the event date we will check the current Covid guidelines, and restrictions as far as planning our pizza party and family day out activities. 

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                                                                   YOGI BEAR’S JELLYSTONE PARK CAMP-RESORT
                                                                   340 Blackburn Road Quarryville, PA 17566 USA 

See you soon!