Beber Camp
W. 1741 Co. Rd. J
Mukwonago, WI 53149
800-803-CAMP
Fax: 847-677-7132
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: Karen Burton, kburton@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: 3050 Woodridge Lanet, Northbrook, IL 60062
847-763-3551
Fax: 847-763-3680
campchi.com
JCC Camp Chi Director: Jon Levin
Camp Chi is the Midwest’s premier Jewish overnight camp for boys and girls ages 9-16 located in Lake Delton, Wisc.
Camp Gan Israel — Kosher Culinary Camp (Minneapolis)
2845 Hedberg Dr.
Minnetonka, MN 55305
952-929-9922
chabadminneapolis.com/camp
Rivka Grossbaum, rivka@chabadminneapolis.com
The Kosher Culinary Camp enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities. It provides your child with a rich and wholesome vacation of fun, excitement and great friendships, along with meaningful educational experiences. Campers learn a variety of culinary skills and all about Jewish and kosher cuisine from around the world as they create the recipes from scratch, which they bring home to share with their families and friends, building self-confidence and a love of cooking along the way!
Camp Gan Israel (Twin Cities)
400 Marie Ave. W.
West St. Paul, MN 55118
651-554-7700
camp@lubavitchhouse.org
lubavitchhouse.org/camp
Director: Mrs. Dina Feller
Gan Israel is the world’s largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps. The camp is staffed with experienced educators known for professionalism and ability to excite and motivate children. We are well-known for our innovative ideas, creative programming and fantastic field trips in a warm and spirited atmosphere.
Camp Mishpacha Adath Jeshurun Congregation
10500 Hillside Ln. W.
Minnetonka, MN 55305
952-545-8694
Fax: 952-215-3917
heidiz@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. Thanks to the Warner Family Incentive Grants, tuition is reduced for all current sixth-eighth graders. 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
This 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: 60 Revere Dr., Suite 800, Northbrook, IL 60062
• Summer address: E989 Stratton Lake Rd., Waupaca, WI 54981
224-235-4665
Fax: 847-789-7197
info@cyjmid.org
cyjmid.org
Executive Director: Robin Anderson
CYJ Midwest is a Jewish co-ed overnight camp in central Wisconsin, for campers in grades two to nine.
Herzl Camp Association
4330 Cedar Lake Rd. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55416
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 three 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. Scholarship applications are generally available Jan. 2 and are due by the end of March.
Minneapolis Jewish Federation — Minneapolis Camp Scholarship Fund
4330 Cedar Lake Road
Minneapolis, MN 55416
952-417-2314
Contact: Laura Tilsner, ltilsner@jewishminneapolis.org
jewishminneapolis.org/scholarships
The Minneapolis Jewish Federation provides need-based scholarships to Minneapolis-area children attending Jewish day and overnight camps. Applicants must live in the greater Minneapolis area (excluding St. Paul and its suburbs). Applicants must be registered to attend a Jewish camp in the region.
Minnesota JCC — Camp Butwin
945 Butwin Rd.
Eagan, MN 55123
651-255-4768
minnesotajcc.org
Youth and Camping Director: Tyler Nelson, tylern@minnesotajcc.org
Camp Butwin is located on Lake O’Brien on 88 wooded acres and surrounded by Lebanon Hills County Park in Eagan, Minn. Children play in a safe, stimulating setting and use a heated outdoor swimming pool, a lakefront for canoeing and kayaking, a newly renovated ropes course that includes a 40-foot climbing tower, 100-foot zip line and multiple team-building elements, horseback riding and an amazing staff with years of camping experience. Camp Butwin is a day camp with the space and feel of an overnight camp.
Minnesota JCC — Camp Centerland at Capp Center St. Paul
1375 St. Paul Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55116
651-255-4761
minnesotajcc.org
Director of Early Childhood Services: Lisa Rosenfield, lisar@minnesotajcc.org
Camp Centerland at the Capp Center St. Paul provides a fun, nurturing environment for children ages three to five. The camp focuses on positive experiences to help build self-confidence, encourage creativity and foster new skill development and an appreciation of the natural world. We offer a wonderful blend of high-energy outdoor fun, creative small group activities, weekly specialists and exciting visitors and programs.
Minnesota JCC — Camp Gesher at the Sabes Center Minneapolis
4330 Cedar Lake Rd. S.
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Gesher (bridge in Hebrew) is the perfect summer experience to help transition pre-K children to new adventures happy and full of confidence. Camp Gesher provides a variety of fun camp-style activities including singing and stories, sports, water play, arts and crafts, and celebrating Shabbat. Camp Gesher is the perfect bridge to the end of the ECC school year and the beginning of becoming a Camp Olami camper.
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
Youth and Camping Director: Sophie Worrell, sophiew@minnesotajcc.org
Camp Olami provides all the crucial ingredients for a well-rounded summer experience in a safe, welcoming Jewish environment. Summer programming is available for pre-K through teens. Programming includes classic Camp Olami and summer specialty camps, Theater and Arts Camp, Sports and Fun, and teen programming. Summer at the JCC provides fun, exploration, adventure and friendship. Full- and half-day programs; one-week, two-week and four-week programs available.
Minnesota JCC — Summer at the J at the Capp Center St. Paul
1375 St. Paul Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55116
651-255-4751
Sports and Recreation Director: Drew Devore, drewd@minnesotajcc.org
The Minnesota JCC Capp Center St. Paul offers one-week camps in our newly renovated beautiful JCC located in the Highland Park neighborhood. From art camp to robotics, to canine connection, there is something for everyone, providing a range of experiences focused on developing new skills, having fun and making friends.
St. Paul Jewish Federation — One Happy Camper Grants and Summer Camp and Israel Experience Scholarships
790 Cleveland Ave., Suite 227
St. Paul, MN 55116
jewishstpaul.org
Director of Community Engagement: Stacy Dockman, sdockman@stpaulfed.org, 651-695-3182
The St. Paul Jewish Federation partners with The Foundation for Jewish Camp’s One Happy Camper to provide grants for first-year Jewish overnight campers. The Federation also offers need-based financial assistance to St. Paul children and teens attending Jewish summer camps. Apply online at jewishstpaul.org/camp-scholarships-and-grants. Application deadline is March 31.
St. Paul Jewish Federation — Gesher l’Kesher Program
790 Cleveland Ave., Suite 227
St. Paul, MN 55116
jewishstpaul.org
Director of Community Engagement: Stacy Dockman, sdockman@stpaulfed.org, 651-695-3182
Gesher l’Kesher means Bridge to Connection — a way of becoming connected to the world of philanthropy. Introduce your teen (age 13) to the importance of tzedaka and taking care of others. Set up a donor-advised fund with a minimum of $360 with the St. Paul Jewish Federation, add to it anytime and watch it grow. Each year choose a nonprofit organization(s) to donate up to five percent of your funds to. Contact us for more information.
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
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
Phone: 612-374-0321
Fax: 612-377-6630
Director of Youth & Camping: Rafi Forbush, rforbush@templeisrael.com
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.
OSRUI a URJ Camp
600 Lac La Belle Dr.
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
847-509-0990
osrui@urj.org
osrui.org
Director: Solly Kane
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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