The Gift of Camp

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The Gift of Camp

Thank you for giving the gift of camp to our community’s youth! As we enter this season of gratitude, our thoughts turn to all those who helped and supported Tamarack Camps throughout the year. Because of you, children and teens had enriching summer camping experiences full of Jewish learning and living! With grateful hearts, we … Read more

Beth Sonne

 The Alumni Spotlight gives us the opportunity to catch up with a Tamarack alum, hear about where they are now, and learn how Tamarack Camps shaped them. We are thrilled to check in with Beth Sonne. Read her story below! When did you attend Tamarack Camps? What villages or programs were you part of? Due … Read more

Thankful for a Complete Return

November 1, 2021 was an emotional day. That was the day that the Teen Programs returned to its usual rhythm. For two summers, we put a hold on three of our beloved programs – the Western Trip, Alaska Trip, and Charles N. Agree Outpost Camp. These three programs all have a special place in my heart. … Read more

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Hanukkah

The celebration of Thanksgiving – a formal opportunity to express gratitude. Professionally, I just completed my first year in a new role; within those months, I felt deep appreciation to work in an organization that is filled with people that are like extended family. And I am thankful to so many, including: Our year-round staff … Read more

Thankful for Our Camp Family

I feel very grateful for so much at Tamarack Camps but most of all I am grateful for our community. As a new director, I was given the opportunity to open camp after a summer we did not run. This was a huge task that I was honored to be able to fulfill. It wouldn’t … Read more

A Grateful Community Celebrates

At our Send a Kid to Tamarack annual fundraising event, we are fortunate to recognize a philanthropic leader or distinguished camp alum who has done extraordinary things for Tamarack and our community. I am beyond thrilled to share that we will be honoring Sue and Alan J. Kaufman at our upcoming Send a Kid event … Read more