Q. What is the least registration deposit that will reserve my space?
$75.00: Payments are accepted but your space is not guaranteed. If space is still available payment total has not been received by deadline, registration changes to the next expensive/deadline package. Totals less than $75 will be refunded fully if space is no longer available.

Q. What if I want to come, but can't make "check in", would like to combine this with seeing friends, or wish to leave early?
A. While we like to foster the "back to camp" atmosphere, it's even easier to make any arrival/departure arrangements you prefer at Indigo Sky.  Please be advised though, the earlier you let us know, the more seamless your plans will fit into the larger agenda. We only ask that you don't expect non-retreat attendees to eat with the group or sit in on classes.

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Q. I would like to bring my husband (or wife). Can we room together?
A. Yes - if both are attending the retreat, just list each other as room mates. If only one in a couple wishes to attend the retreat. Our single supplement for a Queen/Queen room is $50.00 in 2014.

Q. Will there be sleeping arrangements for guys?
A. Yes. Though traditionally, mostly girls attend our retreats, guys are not left out - though room mate "matching" may not be possible and single supplement ($50.00/2014) for full retreat package may be required.

Q. Can I bring my pet?
A. While pets sometimes need retreats, no personal pets are allowed in the hotel - where we will be eating and attending lectures.  If you can travel by RV, Whispering Pines (on site) welcomes pets - ask us about arrangements.

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Q. Will there be extra paperwork and releases, like in the past?
A. Yes - Attendees will be getting these in their camp packets - 2011 example:
Click here for Gregath Health & Safety Policy/Release

Q. I don't agree to everything covered by the above releases, what then?
A. You can contact us with questions or concerns about the release, however if you don't agree, we can not welcome you to the retreat.

Q. I have special dietary concerns - will there be any adjustment allowed for me?
A.  Our standard offerings will not take into account any special dietary needs.  However, if you contact us as soon as you register (or before October 1, 2014), we will do our best to see that there is something to meet your needs, however, no one with special requirements that have made prior arrangements will need to bring their own, or make the best out of the planned food offerings.

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Q. Do we need to pack pencil sharpeners?
A.  We will have a single electric one available.  If you have one you prefer, please bring your choice - we had rooms that brought a room sharpener in 2003, and individuals in 2005.

Q. Is there internet access?
A. Yes - free of charge in your rooms and public spaces in the hotel.

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Q. Are there electrical outlets in the rooms?
A. Yes - though we can't guarantee the number or placement in any given room/bath.

Q. Any ideas on how to get HOT water to make tea, etc.?
A. Yes - you have a coffee maker in your room.

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Q. Will there be lots of genealogy shopping opportunities?
A. No - no vendor/exhibitor space is being sold, as the retreat should be free of all stresses, including what books can you buy with this month's budget.  However, speakers may have supporting source material for sale. Additionally, you'll be able to catalog shop with the items in your goodie bags. However, the hotel does have a fine gift shop.

Q. Where will the sessions take place exactly?
A. This is somewhat up to the size of the final retreat group.  If this retreat group remains tiny, sessions will take place in the hotel tower in an executive suite. If the group is over a half dozen or so, we will be meeting in one of the ground floor meeting rooms. 

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Q. Will there be vending machines?
A. Yes: As well as being able to purchase snacks in the gift shop, several food and bar opportunities and soft drink and coffee stations on the gaming floor 24 hours a day. This is no guarantee that your preferred snack will be available, but Seneca is just a short drive and offers a grocery and dollar store as well as additional food service opportunities.

Q. I only drink decaffeinated coffee, will it be available?
A. At this time, we can not guarantee it will be available in the lecture area, but it can always be found on the gaming floor (free of charge) and there is a gourmet coffee area in the hotel lobby that is currently open during the day.

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