NESI 2026 Registration

When: September 25 - 27   Where: Wisdom House, Litchfield, CT

Registration Opens May 15
Questions?    Email Lynn

Here is a quick list of Things You Need to Know:

• We are returning to Wisdom House in Litchfield CT -- they provide welcoming management, good weatherproof facilities, delicious food, and comfortable bedrooms.
• The date is September 25 - 27.
• The rates are the same as those in 2025.
• Registration will open on May 15. You'll get information about how to register before that date.
• Rooms with a private bath exist in very short supply. Registering early is important if you want one of those rooms. We will start a waiting list when those rooms become fully booked.
• If you need an ADA-compliant room (or one with some of those accommodations), please register and communicate with us as soon as you can.
• Covid is still very much with us, so our Covid policy remains the same. You can find it described below.
• There is a lot of information about the event available on our website . If you have never attended or have not been to NESI for several years, it's important for you to read through it during the coming months. It will prevent horrible surprises and minimize the number of emails that I get asking for information that's provided there in considerable detail. I'm always happy to answer questions, even those that are already addressed on our site, but I hope you'll spend some time on our website first. lynnh1947@gmail.com
• Staying on top of what is happening as the weekend approaches is easy if you join SI-Talk, our discussion group.
• We are continuing to offer our Young Player award, which is a fully-paid weekend at NESI. If you know someone who is committed to becoming a better player (including a serious beginner) on any free-reed instrument and who will be under the age of 26 before the event weekend, please encourage them to apply. We're in the process of updating the description of the application process on our website to make the application dates work better with our regular registration timetable, but recruiting possible applicants should start now.

Rates for NESI 2026 - September 25 - 27
All rates are PER PERSON and include 6 meals (Friday dinner through Sunday lunch). Payment in full must be made within 10 days of registration; registration is not confirmed until payment is received. Contact the registrar (lynnh1947@gmail.com) to request a different payment arrangement if this creates a hardship. Roommates for shared rooms will be assigned if not designated on your registration form.	Received or postmarked on or before July 15, 2026	After July 15,2026
2-person room, hall bath*	$295	$330
All room types listed below are available in very limited numbers. Early registration is encouraged.
2-person room, en suite**	$350	$395
1-person, hall bath	$445	$490
1-person room, ensuite	$495	$545
2 or 3 person room, hall bath – low income discount***	$175	not available

* Rate per person for three people who choose to share a room (family/friends) is the same as the 2-person rate.
** Some en suite rooms have only one full-width bed, not 2 separate beds. If you are a couple who want an en suite room and are willing to share one bed, please indicate this on your registration form.
*** Special discount for low-income participants. We expect this to be requested by those for whom the full fee would create a hardship or make attendance impossible (younger players, retirees, under-employed, etc.). Must be requested on or before July 15. Discounted rooms will have two or three occupants, depending on demand.

Cancellation and Refund Policy – NESI 2026
Refunds are based on what you paid and when you cancel. Cancellations received on or before June 1, 2026 will get a full refund. All refunds will have PayPal fees subtracted from the amount returned, if applicable.	If you cancel between 6/2/26 and 7/15/26	If you cancel between 7/16/26 and 8/20/26
	75% of your payment will be refunded	50% of your payment will be refunded

• Notice of cancellation must be sent via email to the registrar: lynnh1947@gmail.com
• No refunds will be given for no-shows or for cancellations after August 20, 2026.
• If cancellation penalties create hardship or to request consideration of exceptional circumstances, please contact the registrar to see if cancellation fees will apply.
• If the event is cancelled by the organizers, the venue, the state of Connecticut, or the federal government because of COVID-19 issues, you will receive a full refund whenever the cancellation occurs.