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. Marisa Horn is returning to Tamarack Camps for the summer – in a new role – after years away. Read her story below! When did you attend … Read more
A few weeks ago, my boots were on the ground at Camp Olmsted, located in Allegheny National Forest. I was able to tour the base and see what could be done to mold it into an outpost camp, similar to the vibes of Camp Kennedy and Charles N. Agree Outpost Camp. Olmsted is surrounded by … Read more
We are thrilled to announce and introduce you to an all-star group of summer supervisors! Our supervisors are selected based on their exceptional leadership skills, passion for camp, and previous camp experiences. This month, the supervisors hosted camper events on Zoom to connect their villages prior to the first day of camp. It was a … Read more
When I was in 5th grade, I played the drums. I only chose the drums because all my close friends played them as well; but without a doubt, I was the worst of all of them. One thing that stands out in my band experience was Mrs. Young, my music teacher, organizing us kids to … Read more
On Wednesday night, following the final words of Send a Kid to Tamarack, our entire team reconnected online. Together, we wanted to continue the celebration of our supportive community, add more appreciation for each other, and further applaud Helayne Shaw. And, then, while on screen, we paused … because Geoff Wickersham, Helayne’s boyfriend, had a … Read more
It was day two of Western one 1998 when our blue lakes bus broke down on a dusty Iowa road as we attempted to make our way out west for what was sure to be the best summer of our lives. As we waited in a park for the bus to return that afternoon the … Read more
In 1972, the generosity of this community provided a scholarship so a little girl could attend Tamarack. At the time, no one knew that, one day, she would grow to become a motivated staff member in many of the agency’s programs. Ultimately, she would make an indelible impact on Jewish communal life and in the … Read more
Although volunteer efforts happen all year long, every day in April is dedicated to promoting and celebrating volunteerism during National Volunteer Month. Communities do not thrive on their own and without people donating their time and passions to causes they care about; most nonprofits would look extremely different – including Tamarack Camps! I wanted to … Read more
All of us at JCC Day Camps, powered by Tamarack, are looking forward to another incredible summer. At JCC Day Camps there is a variety of programming for children in Kindergarten through ninth grade. We are located on over 250 beautiful, wooded acres at the JCC of Metro Detroit in West Bloomfield. Camp families feel … Read more
We are so excited to welcome Justin Ozrovitz as the Director of Camp Olmsted! Justin is no stranger to the outposts; he is a longtime Tamarack camper and staff. A note from the director: Greetings! My name is Justin, and I will be directing Camp Olmsted this upcoming summer! I wanted to introduce myself and … Read more