Beber Camp
• Summer address: W. 1802 Co. Rd. J, Mukwonago, WI 53149
• Winter address: 11820 Parklawn Dr., Suite 380, Rockville, MD 20852
847-677-7130
info@bebercamp.com
bebercamp.com
Beber Camp is a co-ed, Jewish residential summer camp located on Lake Beulah in Mukwonago, Wisc.
Beth El Synagogue — Chavarim B’Shemesh
Preschool Summer Camp
5225 Barry St. W.
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
952-873-7320
bethelalephpreschool.org
Director: Sara Confeld, sconfeld@bethelsynagogue.org
We offer a well-rounded Jewish camp experience with plenty of ruach (spirit) and lots of fun for preschoolers and children entering kindergarten. Choose from two-, three- or five-day programs. Early morning and extended days are available.
Camp Chi
• Summer address: Box 104, Lake Delton, WI 53940
• Winter address: 300 Revere Dr., Northbrook, IL 60062
847-763-3551
Fax: 847-763-3680
campchi.com
JCC Chicago Chief Operating Officer: Brad Finkel
Camp Chi Director: Kyle Kolling
Camp Chi is the Midwest’s premier Jewish overnight camp for boys and girls ages 9-16 located in Lake Delton, Wisc.
Camp Mishpacha Adath Jeshurun Congregation
10500 Hillside Ln. W.
Minnetonka, MN 55305
952-545-8694
Fax: 952-215-3917
leab@adath.net
Camp Mishpacha is a summer program for children ages 16 months through pre-kindergarten. We offer outdoor games, water play and nature activities that provide learning in a secure, nurturing Jewish environment. Camp Mishpacha is led by trained and caring adult staff along with fun-loving and energetic teen counselors.
Camp Ramah in Wisconsin
• Winter Address: 67 E. Madison St., Suite 1905, Chicago, IL 60603
• Summer Address: 3390 Ramah Circle, Conover, WI 54519
312-606-9316, ext. 221
Fax: 312-606-7136
ramahwisconsin.com
Camp Ramah in Wisconsin offers sessions for current second-10th graders to experience sports, swimming, ropes courses, climbing wall, archery, sailing, kayaking, music, dance, nature, photography, radio, arts, cooking and more, all while integrating Jewish values and observances. Meals are kosher, and Shabbat is observed. The camp is located 15 miles north of Eagle River, Wisconsin, on beautiful Lake Buckatabon. For more info, including scholarship information, go to our website.
Camp Ruach
The Guita (Roberts) Borenstein Center for Early Childhood Education at Torah Academy
2800 Joppa Ave. S.
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
952-920-6630
Fax: 952-922-7844
office@torahacademymn.org
torahacademymn.org
Camp Ruach is a several-week summer day camp for Jewish children two years old through first grade, filled with many fun activities run by Torah Academy’s licensed early childhood program. You don’t have to attend Torah Academy to go to Camp Ruach!
Camp Young Judaea Midwest
• Winter address: 4411 N. Ravenswood, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60640
• Summer address: E989 Stratton Lake Rd., Waupaca, WI 54981
224-235-4665
Fax: 847-789-7197
info@cyjmid.org
cyjmid.org
Director: Dan Ravitch, dan@cyjmid.org
CYJ Midwest is a co-ed overnight camp in central Wisconsin, for campers in Grades 2 to 9.
Herzl Camp Association
5905 Golden Valley Road, Suite 3
Golden Valley, MN 55422
952-927-4002
info@herzlcamp.org
herzlcamp.org
Our camp is nestled in 120 wooded acres on the shores of Devils Lake in Webster, Wisc. — just two hours from the Twin Cities. Since 1946, Herzl Camp has been the place for Twin Cities kids to go for summers full of ruach (spirit), Shabbat and friendship. We are a pluralistic Jewish community where young people become self-reliant, create lasting Jewish friendships and develop commitment and love for Judaism and Israel. Activities include sports (basketball, tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and more), swimming, boating, rock climbing, drama, dance, Israeli culture, arts and crafts, gardening, yoga, guitar and wilderness skills. Counselors are selected for their skill, maturity, knowledge and natural connection with children. Most are Herzl alumni. Staff to camper ratio is 1:3. Program length varies by age from one to six weeks, for campers entering Grades 3 through 11. ACA accredited.
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis (JFCS) — Jewish Camp Scholarships
952-546-0616
Fax: 952-593-1778
jfcsmpls.org
Several funds at JFCS have been established to help Jewish youth participate in various summer experiences such as camp or travel. Scholarships are generally available Jan. 2 and are due by the end of March.
Kosher Culinary Camp
By Chabad Minneapolis in Minnetonka
Rivkie Grossbaum, Rivka@ChabadMinneapolis.com, 952-992-9922
ChabadMinneapolis.com/camp
A unique specialty camp that runs for one- or two-week sessions. Give your child an experience that they will love and cherish with culinary delights while learning new skills in a fun and friendly Jewish environment. For children ages 6-12.
Minneapolis Jewish Federation — Minneapolis Camp Scholarship Fund
4330 Cedar Lake Rd. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55416
952-417-2356
savny@jewishminneapolis.org
jewishminneapolis.org
Thanks to funds raised through the Minneapolis Jewish Federation Annual Community Campaign, we are able to share the joy of Jewish summer camps with kids all across the Minneapolis area. Federation wants to make it possible (and easy!) for your child to go to camp, and we have the scholarship money available to make it happen! Whether it’s a day camp or overnight camp, the quintessential Jewish summer camp experience is available to all kids in our community. We encourage everyone to apply for a Jewish camp scholarship — and bring the magic of camp to your child! Get all the info and apply at jewishminneapolis.org/camp-scholarships.
Minnesota JCC — Camp Butwin
945 Butwin Rd.
Eagan, MN 55123
651-255-4768
minnesotajcc.org
Senior Director of Youth, Teen and Camping: Ben Savin, bens@minnesotajcc.org
Camp Butwin Director of Youth and Camping: Lexi Dockman, lexid@minnesotajcc.org, 651-255-4767
Camp Butwin provides a full day of summer care experience for school-aged children in grades K-8. Under the supervision of caring and highly trained camp staff, campers are exposed to the wonders of nature on Camp Butwin’s 88-acre campus on the shores of Lake O’Brien. Our camp environment is infused with and informed by Jewish values such as welcoming new friends, caring for the earth and acts of kindness. In addition to making lifelong friendships and memories, campers will have the opportunity to participate in favorite camp activities including canoeing and fishing, ropes course, horseback riding, outdoor skills and more. Camp Butwin is filled with camp spirit and offers the look and feel of an overnight camp experience in a day camp setting where campers will sleep at home in their own bed each night.
Minnesota JCC — Camp Olami
Barry Family Campus
4330 Cedar Lake Rd. S.
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
952-381-3308
Fax: 952-381-3308
minnesotajcc.org
Senior Director of Youth, Teen and Camping: Ben Savin, bens@minnesotajcc.org
Youth and Camping Director: Alyssa Engelson, alyssac@minnesotajcc.org
Camp Olami specializes in children entering grades K-5. Our friendly cooperative atmosphere fosters individual growth at the camper’s own pace. Campers are encouraged to learn new skills and master old ones, to express themselves creatively and to grow in their ability to relate to others. In this supportive environment, a true sense of community develops. By building a feeling of both independence and involvement in community, and developing individual abilities to the fullest, each camper at Camp Olami excels. Our camp provides full-day programming and has both indoor and outdoor space located at the centrally located Sabes Center JCC. Programming includes but is not limited to arts and crafts; swimming, both free swim and lessons; sports on our expansive field; and more. Youth of all ages learn to grow, make friends and take advantage of all camp has to offer.
St. Paul Jewish Federation — Summer Camp Scholarships
Director: Ellen Konstan, ekonstan@stpaulfed.org
jewishstpaul.org/camp-scholarships-and-grants
The St. Paul Jewish Federation offers financial assistance to St. Paul children and teens attending Jewish summer camps. Funds are available for families who demonstrate financial need. Application deadline is March 31.
Steve and Shari Sadek Family Camp Interlaken JCC
• Winter address: 6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53217
• Summer address: 7050 Old Hwy. 70, Eagle River, WI 54521
414-967-8240
Fax: 414-377-3339
campinterlaken.org
Executive Camp Director: Toni Davison Levenberg
ACA accredited. Located on 106 magnificent acres, this residential camp for Jewish children features complete waterfront activities, creative arts, athletics and nature exploration.
Temple Israel — Camp TEKO
612-374-0341
teko@templeisrael.com
teko.org
Director of Camper Experience: Max Wolpert
Director of Camp Operations: Zach Hahn
Temple Israel’s Camp TEKO is located on more than 18 acres of beautiful shoreline property on the North Arm Bay of Lake Minnetonka. For over 50 years, Temple Israel has provided a safe, educational and fun Jewish day camp experience for children. ACA accredited, Camp TEKO is a place where campers and staff make new friends, learn new skills and explore their Jewish identity while enjoying the outdoors. Whether your child attends camp for two weeks or eight weeks, they will have a rewarding experience with friends, nurtured by counselors and specialists who create a safe, engaging and fun atmosphere for your child to make memories that will last a lifetime.
URJ Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI)
• Business address: 1121 Lake Cook Rd., Suite D, Deerfield, IL 60015
• Camp address: 600 Lac La Belle Dr., Oconomowoc, WI 53066
847-509-0990
osrui@urj.org
osrui.org
Director: Beth Rodin
The Reform Movement’s camp in Wisconsin offers a unique environment for campers in
grades 2-12. OSRUI combines creative and innovative Jewish experiences with all the fun of summer camp.
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