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Devens Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

Devens Camp SCP is a minimum-security satellite camp for men in Ayer, Massachusetts, located about 39 miles west of Boston on the former Fort Devens military base. The camp offers a residential drug abuse treatment program (RDAP), non-residential drug treatment, and various wellness and recreation programs.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

SCPNortheast RegionMale

What to Expect at Devens Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: Devens Camp is about 39 miles west of Boston and 20 miles north of Worcester on the former Fort Devens military base. Nearby airports include Boston, Worcester, Manchester (NH), and Providence (RI). Limousine, bus, rail, and taxi service are also available.
  • •Location & Travel: Hilton Garden Inn Devens — 978-772-0600
  • •Location & Travel: Residence Inn Boston-Westford — 978-392-1407

Communication & Mail

  • •Phone: Each person receives 300 minutes per month (400 in November and December), with the first 300 free if enrolled in First Step Act programming. Calls are limited to 15 minutes each, and calling lists are capped at 30 approved numbers.

Visiting

  • •Visiting: Camp visiting hours are Saturday, Sunday, and federal holidays, 8:30 AM–3 PM, plus Friday 2:30–8:30 PM. There is no point system at the camp. A maximum of five visitors, including children, may visit at one time.

Good to Know

  • •Location & Travel: SpringHill Suites Devens — 978-772-3030
  • •Directions: Take Route 2 to Exit 37B, proceed straight onto Jackson Road. After the main gate, take the first right onto Patton Road. The facility is approximately half a mile down on the right.

Insider Information

Housing

People at the camp are housed in open-bay dormitories.

Mail

The camp accepts mail via U.S. Postal Service First Class, Priority, and Express Mail. Contact the institution before sending overnight packages through private carriers like FedEx or UPS.

Psychology/Counseling Services

Psychology Services offers a non-residential drug treatment program, a 40-hour drug education program, and various self-help groups including Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. Group and individual counseling are available at the camp. A smoking cessation program is also offered for those who qualify. All participation in non-residential treatment services is voluntary.

Health Services

The Health Services Department provides outpatient care with medical staff on duty or on call 24 hours a day. Sick call sign-up at the camp takes place from 6:15 to 6:30 AM. Pill line schedules are posted in the Health Services Department. Nearby medical facilities, including a hospital, are available for additional care. Preventive health visits and routine dental care are scheduled through the Health Services triage area.

Fitness & Recreation

The Recreation Department operates seven days a week and includes access to the recreation yard, gymnasium, multi-purpose center, hobby craft area, and music room. Wellness classes cover topics such as diabetes awareness, nutrition, weight management, yoga, and sports injury prevention. Leisure classes include beading, painting, drawing, and card making. The music program offers acoustic and bass guitars, pianos, violins, and percussion instruments. Organized leagues and tournaments are held in softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, handball, flag football, floor hockey, and bocce. A photography program is also available. On weekends and holidays, current popular movies are shown. Special holiday events and tournaments are scheduled throughout the year with prizes for first-place winners.

Religious Services

The camp is staffed by full-time chaplains, supported by a community of volunteers representing most faiths. The chapel includes facilities for worship services, prayer and study areas, and a religious library. Programming encompasses worship, prayer, religious study, and spiritual guidance. Counseling services are available to support spiritual growth and address special religious needs, including crisis support.

Commissary

See the full commissary list for Devens Camp SCP below, including available items and pricing.

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Devens Camp SCP

Devens Camp SCP is a Federal Prison Camp. Camps generally have greater freedom of movement, no perimeter fencing, lower levels of violence, and access to First Step Act programming.

Pre-Surrender Checklist

  • •Bring your contact list and release plan
  • •Close out work and professional obligations
  • •Set up power of attorney and financial access
  • •Handle all medical preparations
  • •Choose one primary point of contact
  • •Prepare your family for phone and visitation limits
  • •Pack only what the facility allows
  • •Arrange transportation and surrender details
  • •Form a reading list before you arrive
  • •Know which programs are actually offered

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Visitation Information For Families

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Programs & Services

Education Programs

  • GED
  • ESL
  • Post-Secondary Correspondence Courses

Health & Wellness

  • Drug Education
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
  • Smoking Cessation Program

Recreation

  • Softball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Handball
  • Flag Football
  • Floor Hockey
  • Bocce
  • Beading
  • Painting
  • Drawing
  • Card Making
  • Acoustic Guitar
  • Bass Guitar
  • Piano
  • Violin
  • Conga and Bongo Drums
  • Yoga
  • Weight Management
  • Nutrition Classes
  • Diabetes Awareness
  • Photography Program
  • Board Games
  • Weekend Movie Screenings

Reentry Preparation

  • First Step Act Classes
  • RDAP Transitional Services

Visiting Information

Regular Visiting Hours

  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Federal Holidays: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Important Notes

  • • Valid government-issued photo ID required
  • • All visitors subject to search
  • • Dress code enforced

Note: Visiting schedules may vary. Contact the facility directly for the most current visiting hours and procedures. For a complete breakdown of visitation rules, dress code, and how to get approved, visit our Visitation Guide.

What a Smaller Camp Means for You

With a population of approximately 88 people, Devens Camp SCP is a smaller facility — and that has real implications for daily life, programming, and how you're treated.

Pros

  • ✓Easier to get noticed for the right reasons — consistent behavior, good work ethic, and program participation are visible to staff, which can help with halfway house recommendations and early release planning
  • ✓Shorter lines for commissary, phones, sick call, and laundry — daily life has less friction
  • ✓Fewer interpersonal conflicts — smaller populations generally mean a calmer environment with less drama
  • ✓Staff may have more flexibility with halfway house and home confinement recommendations because they actually know who you are

Cons

  • ✗Easier to get noticed for the wrong reasons too — if you get a disciplinary infraction, miss a count, or get caught with contraband like a cell phone, staff will know immediately and consequences come fast, including the SHU and potential transfer to a higher-security facility
  • ✗Fewer program options — vocational training, education, and RDAP slots may be limited, and waitlists can be unpredictable
  • ✗The prison hustle is harder to run — in a smaller camp, there's nowhere to hide; paying someone to cover your work assignment or moving contraband is far riskier because everyone sees everything
  • ✗Less anonymity — your business is everyone's business, which can feel suffocating

Frequently Asked Questions About Devens Camp SCP

Devens Camp SCP is a minimum-security Federal Prison Camp (FPC). It typically has dormitory-style housing, no perimeter fencing, and more flexible movement compared to higher-security institutions.

No. Devens Camp SCP does not currently offer the Residential Drug Abuse Program. Individuals seeking RDAP placement must be designated to an institution that provides the program.

Individuals reporting to Devens Camp SCP typically undergo intake processing including identification verification, medical screening, housing assignment, and orientation specific to this institution's minimum-security level and dormitory housing structure.

Visiting at Devens Camp SCP typically takes place on Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays. All visitors must be on the approved visiting list and present a valid government-issued photo ID upon arrival. Visitors should follow the BOP dress code: no revealing clothing, no clothing that resembles prisoner uniforms (typically khaki or orange), and no open-toed shoes at some facilities. Contact Devens Camp SCP directly or check the BOP website for the most current schedule and any facility-specific restrictions.

Funds for individuals at Devens Camp SCP should be sent through BOP-approved methods: MoneyGram, Western Union, or U.S. Postal Money Orders. All funds are processed through the Federal Bureau of Prisons' centralized National Finance Center in Des Moines, Iowa — not sent directly to Devens Camp SCP. Money orders should be made payable to the individual's committed name and include their BOP register number. Allow 7–10 business days for processing.

Individuals at Devens Camp SCP have access to three primary communication channels. Phone: you receive 300 free phone minutes per month if you are First Step Act eligible, then you pay six cents a minute for up to 210 additional minutes. Calls cut off after 15 minutes, and calls will come from a 202 number or private caller. Phone access is seven days a week. Email: the TRULINCS system allows electronic messaging for a small per-minute fee. Regular mail: letters and cards can be sent and received through the U.S. Postal Service. Mail can be sent to: INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER\nFMC Devens\nFederal Medical Center\nSatellite Camp\nP.O. Box 879\nAyer, MA 01432.

The commissary at Devens Camp SCP operates on a set schedule and offers snacks, beverages, hygiene products, over-the-counter medications, writing materials, stamps, and limited clothing items. The standard monthly spending limit is $360 (excluding telephone credits, stamps, and OTC medications). Some facilities implement this as a bi-weekly $180 cap. A current commissary list is typically available through the unit team.

Devens Camp SCP is a minimum-security facility where most individuals serve sentences ranging from several months to 10+ years. Sentence length depends on the offense, sentencing guidelines, and any applicable reductions such as good conduct time or RDAP completion.

The Bureau of Prisons requires all facilities to offer literacy and GED programs for individuals without a high school diploma. Devens Camp SCP provides educational programming that may include GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), and post-secondary education opportunities through correspondence or partnerships. Current offerings include: GED, ESL, Post-Secondary Correspondence Courses. Availability may change based on staffing and enrollment.

The BOP enforces a dress code for all visitors. Clothing must not be revealing — no low-cut tops, shorts above the knee, or see-through materials. Visitors should avoid wearing colors that match prisoner uniforms (typically khaki, orange, or olive drab). Open-toed shoes may be prohibited at some facilities. Undergarments are required. Visitors who do not meet dress code standards may be turned away. Contact Devens Camp SCP in advance if you have questions about specific items.

Yes, but publications must be sent directly from the publisher, a bookstore, or a book club — not from an individual. Hardcover and softcover books, newspapers, and magazines are generally permitted as long as they do not contain content deemed a security threat. Used books are typically not accepted. All incoming publications are subject to inspection by mailroom staff at Devens Camp SCP.

Devens Camp SCP is located in Ayer, Massachusetts, within the Northeast Region of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Contact the facility directly for driving directions and nearby lodging options.

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Contact Information

42 PATTON ROAD, AYER, MA 01432

Ayer, Massachusetts 01432

978-796-1000

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FMC Devens

Federal Medical Center

Satellite Camp

P.O. Box 879

Ayer, MA 01432

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Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
Northeast
Gender
Male
Population
88
Updated: Mar 5, 2026

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