Camper Information
Prior to Arrival#
For all guests of the LPOPTC we require the following items:
- OPTC Paperwork - A link will be sent via email to all incoming guests from the LPOPTC Operations Coordinator to complete prior to any facility access.
- Safesport - All individuals 18 years and older must be up to date on Safesport training. If you are participating in a camp that is through an NGB, please reach out to your contact there for more information.
- Background Check - All individuals 18 year and older must complete an USOPC approved background check prior to arrival. Please note if you are participating through an NGB, it is the responsibility of the NGB to ensure all background checks have been completed prior to check-in.
** Please note that background checks can take between 10 - 15 business days to complete for US Residents, international background checks take longer to process. Please reach out to the LPOPTC operations team should you need assistance with securing an approved background check.
- Check-in is at 3:00 pm
- Check-out is 9:00 am
- Upon arrival you will check in at the Front Desk to receive your access card.
- All access cards must have photographs - you may be asked to return to the front desk to complete the photo portion after your groups check-in. Guests have 24 hours to complete this prior to their cards being deactivated.
- Please be vigilant about having your ID Badges with you at all times.
- Please keep all equipment out of hallways, stairwells, and common spaces at LPOPTC.
During Your Stay#
During your stay the LPOPTC will provide you with the following items:
- Towels
- Bed Linens & Pillows
- All meals while you are on campus
- For your check-in - Dinner is provided
- For your check-out - Breakfast is provided.
- Laundry
- Laundry rooms are provided on the first and second floors in Node D.
- Laundry detergent is available for $0.75 in the Laundry room - the front desk can exchange dollars for quarters.
- Hours of Operation are 7am - 10pm
- Laundry Expectations
- Do NOT remove someone else's clothing from the washers or dryers
- Clothing must be removed from washer/dryer promptly after the cycle ends
- Shoes are NOT permitted in the machines.
Helpful Items to Bring
- If you would like to bring your own pillow, please feel free to do so.
- The weather in Lake Placid can be very unpredictable, pack accordingly.
- If you are coming in the summer months
There may be an opportunity for you to go swimming at one of the beautiful lakes the region has to offer
- There may be an opportunity for you to enjoy one of the many hiking trails in the area
Guest Expectations
Guests are requested to abide by the following expectations:
- Quite hours are from 10pm - 7am
- Shirt & shoes are required at all times
- Maintenance of personal sporting equipment is strictly prohibited in rooms
- DO NOT keep your windows open while the AC is on
- Please clean up after yourself
- If you need something, PLEASE ask!!
- Please be mindful that we host resident athletes during the year, they consider this their home, please be respectful of their space.
The LPOPTC has a variety of activities guest are able to use, some options are
- Lounges
- Foosball
- Table Tennis
- TV's
- Board Games
- Hours: 7am - 9pm
- Check out at the Athlete Life office
- Gymnasium (Minors must be accompanied by a chaperone or coach)
- Hours: 7am - 9pm
Prior to check-out on your departure day, please ensure that your room is in appropriate check-out condition
- All trash in trash cans
- All towels placed on the top of the sink
- All furniture is put back in the spot it was in when you arrived
Security
- The LPOPTC has 24-hour security on site.
- The security desk is located in the main lobby
Front Desk
- Hours: 7am - 9pm
- Phone number: 518-523-2600
Maintenance
- Please report all maintenance requests to the front desk as soon as possible.
Sports that train here#
The following sports have resident programs and train at the LPOPTC.
- Bobsled Skeleton
- Para-Bobsled
- Canoe & Kayak
- Figureskating
- Hockey
- Luge
- Rowing
- Rythmic Gymnastics
- Ski
- Para-Ski
- Ski Jumping
- Snowboard
- Speed Skating
- Triathalon