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Welcome Home

For nearly 120 years, Tamarack Camps has been a beacon of light – an inclusive home with a critical mission and awesome playground that appeals to families, attracts campers, encourages board participants, and motivates staff members. I have enjoyed the honor of working here for over 12 years – and, as I write this note, … Read more

President’s Podium

Since August 4th, I have served as the President of the Board of Directors at Tamarack Camps. I’m happy to lead our group with a lot of supporters that also believe in the value of Jewish camping. My goal is to connect people and organizations to us, create partnerships, and enable new relationships to grow. … Read more

Returning to Camp Maas

The countdown is on! We are finally going to return to our home away from home. I am looking forward to this summer for so many reasons but the major one is everyone needs it! We all need to return to our happy place, kids need to be together, they need to play outside and … Read more

Grosberg Ruach/Robinson Pioneer

Hi! I’m Madeline Robins and I am so honored and excited to be the supervisor of the new Grosberg Ruach/Robinson Pioneer Village! A little bit about me: I am a third year nursing student at The Ohio State University, serve on the OSU Hillel Board, and am a member of Alpha Epsilon Phi sorority. This … Read more

Camp Kennedy – Returning to Nature

We are thrilled to offer Camp Kennedy for incoming 10th graders for the summer of 2021. In a typical year, Camp Kennedy is an option for incoming 9th graders. In an effort to give the most campers a summer experience, we shifted the age. Returning to direct the program this summer is Jacob Hankin, an … Read more

Camp Olmsted – A New Adventure

Tamarack Camps has a brand new addition – Camp Olmsted, a rustic outpost camp tucked away in scenic northern Pennsylvania. Campers and staff will enjoy all that Allegheny National Forest has to offer, including hiking and canoeing trips, and of course, lots of tripper stew. Camp Olmsted is no stranger to the Tamarack Camps family. … Read more

  • She opened her mind and her heart, learned many survival skills and gained a new sense of pride and confidence. I am forever grateful for Agree Outpost Camp.

    Proud Agree Parent

  • I send my kids to Tamarack every year for the past 6 years. From the second they get on the bus headed to their second home in Ortonville until they are returned to me, I do not worry about them. I know that they are safe. I know that they are growing. I know that they are making lifelong friendships. Thank you!

    Nicole, Camp Maas Parent

  • It is amazing to watch your campers grow up and enjoy the same magic that you did as a camper!

    Noah, Camp Maas Supervisor

  • As an alumni and now a parent, I wouldn’t want my kids anywhere else. They look forward to their time at camp for 340 days of the year! Thank You!

    Sarah, Tamarack Parent & Alumnus

  • My child came home and would have liked to get right back on the bus to go back! He talked about how much he loved his counselors and the friends he made. It was a great summer for him.

    Lauren, Happy Tamarack Parent

  • I love camp and its incredible people. I made great friends and only have wonderful memories!

    Ella, Camper

  • It was incredible. My son came home so confident and had an amazing experience. He grew independent, aware of others, and has memories that are life-lasting. Almost 2 weeks home and Agree experiences and smiles keep showing up.

    Steve, Agree Dad

  • Being a Tamarack staff member means having the best job on earth at the greatest place on earth, getting to change people’s lives daily and making memories and friends forever!

    Maddie, Camp Maas Counselor

  • Both of my children had an amazing time at camp this summer. I just wanted to say thank you to the amazing staff for making their first time awesome! They were both so nervous when they got on the bus and were so sad about being away from camp when they got home! Overall, camp was a huge success!

    Ryan, Camp Maas Parent

  • Living technology-free and in the woods helped to build a sense of rugged, pure community. The bonds created between campers and staff, memories made, and adventures had are like no other. I am beyond grateful for my Kennedy experience, and I can truly say that it changed my life.

    Anna, Kennedy Camper