Camp Hartell
Camp Hartell Relocation Information
Welcome to Camp Hartell
Camp Hartell is named after First Lieutenant Lee R. Hartell, from Danbury, Connecticut. He earned the Medal of Honor for his actions on August 27, 1951, during the Korean War. Hartell led artillery fire against enemy troops while injured.
The camp itself is a Connecticut National Guard training facility, including disaster response training, canine (K-9) training, and other readiness activities. The New England Disaster Training Center (NEDTC) at Camp Hartell opened on July 8, 2010, and it offers training for first responders, military, and disaster response agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions about Camp Hartell
1) Who operates the facility of Camp Hartell?
The Connecticut Training Center, under the Connecticut National Guard / Connecticut Military Department, manages its operations, scheduling, and logistics.
2) Is Camp Hartell part of a larger network?
Yes. The CT National Guard has a centralized “Connecticut Training Center” that includes multiple facilities (Camp Hartell, Camp Nett at Niantic, Stones Ranch Military Reservation, and East Haven Rifle Range).
3) How close is Camp Hartell to Hartford and transportation hubs?
Camp Hartell is approximately 15 miles north of Hartford, CT, and is conveniently located near Bradley International Airport for easy accessibility.
4) What is the New England Disaster Training Center (NEDTC), and what training does NEDTC support?
NEDTC is located on the campus of Camp Hartell. It’s managed by the Connecticut Military Department’s Directorate of Joint Training, Exercises, and Readiness. It supports municipal, state, and federal first responders in using NEDTC for disaster response training.
5) What is the zip code for Camp Hartell?
The zip code for Camp Hartell is 06096.
6) What is the BAH for Camp Hartell?
The BAH for Camp Hartell ranges from $ 2,652 for E-1 to $3,867 for E-9 with dependents, and from $2,961 for O-1 to $4,431 for O-6 with dependents. See the BAH section for more info.
Base Location and Information
Camp Hartell Address:
580 North Street
Windsor Locks, Connecticut 06096
Camp Hartell is in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, directly across from Bradley International Airport. It is east of Interstate 91 (I-91), and it’s also near Route 20, which connects to Bradley International Airport.
Nearby Bases:
Westover Air Reserve Base is near Springfield, Chicopee, and Holyoke, MA, is about 25 miles north of Camp Hartell.
Arrival Lodging
There is no arrival lodging available at Camp Hartell.
Camp Hartell Housing
Military housing is not available at Camp Hartell Army National Guard Base.
Camp Hartell Off-Base Housing
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Camp Hartell BAH
The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) is a U.S.-based allowance determined by geographic duty location, pay grade, and dependency status. It provides uniformed service members compensation based on housing costs in local civilian housing markets when government quarters are not provided. Learn more about your BAH allowance. Camp Hartell is near Windsor, CT. Here are some sample Camp Hartell BAH rates for zip code 06096:
- E-1 with dependents: $2,652
- E-1 without dependents: $2,055
- E-9 with dependents: $3,867
- E-9 without dependents: $3,114
- O-1 with dependents: $2,961
- O-1 without dependents: $2,397
- O-6 with dependents: $4,431
- O-6 without dependents: $3,744
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Area Weather and Climate
The Camp Hartell area near Windsor, CT, has four distinct seasons. The summer months are hot and humid, and the winters are cold and snowy. Springtime months bring blossoms, and fall offers colorful foliage. Windsor gets a significant amount of precipitation year-round as well.
Camp Hartell Area Schools
For school-aged children living in Windsor, Connecticut, the public school district is Windsor Public Schools.
For families considering private education, Private School Review is a helpful resource for researching local options. Those interested in homeschooling should adhere to the regulations outlined on Connecticut’s official state website.
Support for Military Families
Helpful links for Camp Hartell
Things to Do Near Camp Hartell
- First Town Downtown–Windsor Center offers a variety of shops to visit and places to eat on Main Street and in the surrounding area. It has seasonal festivals, farmers' markets, and summer concerts.
- Windsor Arts Center is a community arts venue housed in a repurposed freight house. Exhibitions, performances, classes, and local art events are common.
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Windsor Historical Society & TourWindsorCT walking tours explore the area of Connecticut’s first English settlement, which was founded in 1633. There are both guided and self-guided tours of downtown Windsor, historic homes, and heritage sites.
- Windsor Meadows State Park and the Windsor River Trail allow visitors and locals to hike, bike, fish, picnic, walk the paved riverwalk trail, view scenic overlooks, and launch boats or kayaks on the Connecticut River.
- Vintage Radio & Communications Museum of Connecticut displays an array of technology, radio history, and old communications gear.
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Base Address:
Camp Hartell
Windsor Locks
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06096