2026 NYSAPCSO Annual Conference

Know Before You Go

We’re excited to welcome you to the conference! Please review the information below to help make your arrival and stay as smooth as possible.

 Dress Code 

• Sunday Evening Reception: For most attendees, Sunday will be arrival afternoon/night, so casual attire is perfectly fine. 
•  Conference Sessions: While we will not be in the office, attendees are expected to wear work-appropriate attire during conference sessions. Professional conference attire is recommended. 
•  Monday Evening Event: Monday evening will be our dressier event. Attendees are encouraged to wear business/dress attire, such as dresses, suits, dress pants, blazers, button-down shirts, or other polished professional clothing. Formal wedding-style attire is not expected. 
•  Tuesday Evening Activities: Tuesday evening’s activities will be more casual and, weather permitting, may be held outdoors on the lawn. Sweatshirts, jackets, and comfortable footwear appropriate for walking or standing in the grass are encouraged.

  Hotel Check-In 

•  Please bring any required tax-exempt forms and credit card authorization forms, if applicable. 
•  Have your license plate number available, as the hotel may request it at check-in. 
•  Before unloading your luggage, consider checking in at the front desk first to find out where your room is located. 
•  The hotel property is spread out, so you may want to move your car closer to your room before bringing in your bags. 

  Conference Location 

•  All sessions, with the exception of concurrent sessions and the sessions on Wednesday, will take place in the Carriage House. 
•  Lunch will also be served in the Carriage House. 
•  Breakfast will be served in the main hotel area, White Lion Room. 
•  The Carriage House is separate from the hotel rooms, so please plan for walking between buildings. 

  Weather & What to Pack 

•  North Country weather can be unpredictable, with daily temperatures ranging from approximately 50–80 degrees. 
•  Mountain air cools quickly after dark, so please pack a jacket or layers for evening activities. 
•  We recommend bringing a rain jacket and/or umbrella, as you may be walking outside between buildings. 

  Tuesday Evening Activities 

•  Weather permitting, Tuesday night’s activities will be held outdoors on the lawn. 
•  Casual clothing, sweatshirts, jackets, and footwear appropriate for walking or standing in the grass are recommended. 

  Helpful Items to Bring 

•  Photo ID 
•  Registration confirmation 
•  Notebook or device for taking notes 
•  Chargers 
•  Business cards or contact information for networking 
•  Reusable water bottle 
•  Any personal items, medications, or materials you may need during the day 

  During Your Stay 

•  Tourist season will be in full swing, so participants are encouraged to explore the local business area, shops, and nearby attractions as time allows. 
•  The hotel offers an indoor heated pool and an outdoor non-heated pool for those who wish to enjoy them during downtime.