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Camp Guide


CAMP AND TOUR
CONSULTANTS
Judy Macnow
610-446-2267
or 800-609-2267
judy@campandtour.com
www.campandtour.com

FREE camp referral service. Selecting a camp is an important decision. Let Judy Macnow’s knowledge of quality summer programs find the best match for you. Representing all types of programs: traditional, specialty, wilderness, academic, travel, community service and more.


CAMP GALIL
P.O. Box 1245
(winter address)
Newtown, PA 18940
484-684-6532
www.campgalil.org

Camp Galil is a co-ed Jewish summer overnight camp for children ages 9-16. We are “The Spirit of Kibbutz Close to Home.” Founded in 1946, Camp Galil is one of the 7 Habonim Dror camps located throughout North America.

In addition to sports, swimming and arts and crafts programming, we have a variety of unique features including our high and low ropes course, Hebrew language, informal education and Shabbat observance. Our leadership development program and tikkun olam projects provide a special dimension to our camp environment. Galil campers can stay in touch throughout the year by participating in our local year round youth movement.

Camp Galil provides Jewish youth with a community and an experience that they will treasure their entire lives. Our goal is to help children love being Jewish, love Israel and love themselves and their friends.
CAMP GAN ISRAEL
1925 Kresson Rd.
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
856-874-1500
www.GanIsraelSNJ.org
Info@GanIsraelSNJ.org
Rabbi Yitzchok and Baily
Kahan, Directors

Camp Gan Israel is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish Day Camps in the world. Gan Israel enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter of innovative ideas and creative programming in the Jewish camping experience. In addition to the wide range of exciting activities and field trips, our campers are imbued with a pride, warmth and love for Judaism.

Camp Gan Israel is a project of Chabad Lubavitch of Camden and Burlington. June 28 – August 20, ages 3-13.
CAMP
HARLAM
215-563-8184
www.harlam.urjcamps.org
campharlam@urj.org

Over 50 summers of excellence in Jewish Camping! Located in the Pocono Mountains, Camp Harlam is a Reform Jewish resident camp that offers two-, four- and eightweek programs. Camp Harlam’s exciting activities include arts, athletics, swimming, adventure and more. Through its creative programming, Camp Harlam focuses on community building, personal growth, developing a strong Jewish identity and improving self-esteem. Financial assistance available.
DUCA
duca @ischool.drexel.edu
www.ischool.drexel.edu
215-895-2474
Co-sponsored by The iSchool at Drexel, College of Information Science and Technology and Drexel University’s Department of Computer Science, DUCA is a five-week residential program that immerses high school students in the college experience. The curriculum is designed to expand students’ knowledge and understanding in all areas of computer studies including information systems, networks, software development, robotics, game design, information security, animation, and humancomputer interaction through interactive classes, research, group projects, and hands-on labs. Students live in dorms, dine at University facilities, and take courses with Drexel faculty.

DUCA is designed to enhance students’ critical thinking, sharpen their leadership skills, and teach effective collaboration. Throughout DUCA, students participate in team projects, which they independently develop and manage, exploring how computing and information technology can be used to solve societal problems. Applied knowledge is the key to developing a deep understanding of the subject matter, and these projects foster global awareness and demonstrate how students can use what they have through DUCA. To encourage students to further pursue careers in computing and technology, DUCA students who successfully complete the five-week program are eligible for an annual renewable scholarship should they enroll at Drexel University. Financial assistance for DUCA may be available to qualifying applicants.
GREAT TIMES
DAY CAMP
Director: Mike Kernan
www.greattimesdaycamp.com
Info@greattimesdaycamp.com

Great Times Day Camp is South Jersey’s perfect answer to your summer childcare needs. Our staff is made up of state certified teachers who provide a safe and caring environment for our campers.

Great Times serves campers ages 3-15. Campers are provided daily swim lessons in our two in-ground pools. Great Times programs include Arts and Crafts, music, horseback riding, gaga, cooking classes and a full sports program. Our older campers (over nine years old) get to choose their activities from a list that includes archery, woodworking, boating, tennis, lacrosse, street hockey, ropes course as well as all of the creative activities listed earlier.

Children are served a hot lunch daily at no extra charge. Also, weekly field trips are included to such exciting places as the Franklin Institute, ice skating, movies, etc. Door-to-door transportation plus extended hours are provided at no extra charge.

Scheduling is extremely flexible at Great Times. Parents can enroll their children for 3, 4 or 5 days/week. The summer session is 10 weeks long with a minimum of two weeks required. Children can attend any number of weeks from 2-10 to accommodate family plans or vacations.

Great Times is located conveniently in Waterford Works, NJ just minutes from the Rt. 73 and Rt. 30 intersection (Old Berlin Circle). Visit our website www.GreatTimesDay- Camp.com for more information and current pricing information.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
CAMPS AT THE
KATZ JCC
www.katzjcc.org

The Early Childhood Camps at the Katz JCC is designed for children ages 2 – 5. Our experienced counselors promise fun, love and care in specially designed full and half day programs. Campers participate in wide ran of activities from creative arts, theater, music, sports, swimming, playtime in our imaginarium, indoor climbing play structure and more. All activities take place inside our

air-conditioned facility at the Katz JCC. Campers can also take advantage of the JCC’s outdoor and indoor wading pools and sports field.

For more information or to register, contact Barbara at 856-424-4444 ext 242.
LIBERTY LAKE
DAY CAMP
609-499-7820
www.libertylakedaycamp.com

Liberty Lake Day Camp is an American Camp Association (ACA) accredited Day Camp located seconds off Rt. 295- just 20 minutes north of Cherry Hill, in Burlington County. The innovative "Freedom of Choice" elective program takes place on a traditional camp setting of 60 magnificent acres with its own private six acre lake. Campers customize their schedules each week choosing from unique activities within the areas of athletics, fine/performing arts, swimming, music, waterfront, high ropes adventure, nature and gifted/talented activities. Committed to high quality supervision, small camper groups are led by experienced teachers and well-trained college students. The Camp “Spirit Calendar” of daily special events makes each day fun and exciting.

Full day programs are available for children ages 4- 15. Catered hot lunches are served daily, along with salad/pasta bars, assorted sandwiches and healthy snacks. All inclusive tuition includes express transportation and/or extended hour care. Liberty Lake offers amazing flexibility with 2-10 week enrollment options, a variety of discounts, and a unique refund policy which allows families to change the weeks of attendance with no risk or penalty.

To learn more about the Camp where campers have the best summer; every summer, visit www.libertylakedaycamp. com or call at 609-499- 7820. Come visit Liberty Lake during one of our tour days on 1/24, 2/14 and 2/28, or call for an appointment at your convenience..