Last Updated: May 15, 2025
Please read the following terms carefully before subscribing to or renewing BaseCamp. By proceeding with your subscription or renewal, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
1. Overview
BaseCamp is the core subscription service of the CampADK.com / New York State Campsite Photos website. It provides tools and resources to explore New York State campgrounds and make more informed camping decisions. While BaseCamp covers all types of campsites, it places slightly more emphasis on waterside options, with added photo coverage and categorization. BaseCamp enhances trip planning through rich visuals and detailed site information.
2. Features Included
- Over 200,000 high-resolution campsite photos from most DEC and OPRHP campgrounds - Detailed campsite information - Watersite breakdowns clarify whether a site is waterfront, waterview, or access-only - Photo Archives – view campsite photos from previous shoots - Favorite tracking - mark favorite campgrounds and individual campsites - Add private or public notes to any campsite - No ads - clean, distraction-free browsing3. Account Use and Restrictions
Personal Use Only
BaseCamp access is intended for personal, non-commercial use only. Sharing your login or redistributing any content from the website — including photos, text, or screenshots — through email, social media, or printed materials is strictly prohibited without written permission from Dave McGrath.
4. Intellectual Property
Ownership
All original content - including photos, graphics, notes, and layout - is owned by Dave McGrath and protected by intellectual property laws.
Some data (such as site numbers, sizes, and locations) comes from publicly available New York State sources and is provided for reference.
License
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view original content for personal use only.
5. Subscriptions
BaseCamp is a paid service. An active subscription is required to access the features above.
Subscriptions are billed annually and do not renew automatically. Users must manually renew.
All payments are handled via PayPal. BaseCamp does not collect or store any personal payment information.
6. Service Availability
We aim for consistent access, but occasional outages may occur due to updates or technical issues. Continuous uptime is not guaranteed.
7. Termination
Account Termination
Dave McGrath may terminate accounts without notice for violating these terms.
Effect of Termination
Access to premium content is revoked immediately upon termination.
8. Refund Policy
BaseCamp subscriptions are non-refundable. We recommend reviewing all features before subscribing to ensure the service meets your needs. That said, we understand mistakes happen. If you accidentally subscribed or did not intend to complete your purchase, please contact us within a reasonable timeframe. Refund requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
9. Updates to Terms
Amendments
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes take effect when posted.
Notification
We will notify users of major changes via email or a notice on the site.
10. Contact Information
Questions? Contact:
Dave McGrath - dave@campadk.com
By signing up for a BaseCamp account, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.
Last Updated: May 15, 2025
By subscribing to or renewing the BaseCamp Pro Add-On, you agree to the following terms:
1. What You Get
The BaseCamp Pro Add-On includes access to:
– Cancellation Alerts – Viewable on the website (filtered and unfiltered) – E-Alerts – Email and/or push notifications – 9-Month-Out Booking BuddyThese tools help you discover campsite cancellations and guide you to the official reservation site to book.
2. About the Data
Cancellation info comes from third-party sources and user contributions. It’s provided as-is and may not always be complete or accurate. You are responsible for how you use it.
3. Pro Add-On Availability & Risk
The BaseCamp Pro Add-On relies on external systems for cancellation data. Access to these systems may change or be interrupted without notice. Continued access to BaseCamp Pro features is not guaranteed. By subscribing, you accept this risk and agree that BaseCamp is not liable for missed alerts or booking opportunities.
4. No Refunds
Because the BaseCamp Pro Add-On is offered for a such a modest fee, and relies on access to third-party data, the Pro fee is non-refundable. No refunds will be issued, even if one or more Pro features become unavailable.
5. Fair Use Limits
To ensure equal access for all members, reasonable daily limits apply to how many cancellation results you can view.
6. E-Alert Volume
To keep BaseCamp affordable, E-Alert delivery is subject to quota limits. BaseCamp reserves the right to adjust these limits at any time to manage operating costs, ensure fair usage, and maintain system performance. Additional capacity may be available but will be subject to an added fee.
User profiles coming very soon so you can personalize your experience on NYSCP using your Facebook Credentials:
Setup your equipment size.
Specify your favorite campgrounds.
Enter your dates of interest.
Enter public/private notes for individual campsites.
Enter reviews for campgrounds you have camped at.
Offer your cancellations and make cancellation requests.
And much more!
Search Examples:
Search for a campground by name:
Search for a campground by nickname (ie fish creek is 'fcp'):
Search for a specific site at a campground:
Search for a specific site at a campground (shortcut 1):
Search for a specific site at a campground (shortcut 2):
More advanced searching will available in the future!