As we celebrate the 5th anniversary of Tamarack Times, I keep coming back to one of the most meaningful gifts we offer children at camp… the chance to unplug. Many parents feel caught in a world that, as Jonathan Haidt describes in The Anxious Generation, has shifted from a play-based childhood to a phone-based childhood with astonishing speed. Devices are … Read more
For 125 summers, Tamarack Camps has helped shape generations of children — building confidence, deepening Jewish identity, fostering lifelong friendships and creating a network that extends across the globe. As we celebrate this milestone year, we’re honoring a legacy more than a century strong. But we’re also looking ahead — because access to a Tamarack … Read more
Even as the seasons change, the momentum at Tamarack Camps never slows. With great excitement and heartfelt gratitude, we are thrilled to share news that will “elevate” the Tamarack experience for years to come! Thanks to the generosity of alumnus Rick Bloom, Tamarack Camps is proud to announce the creation of The Lucker Family Adventure … Read more
Join us for Mitzvah Madness: Thursday, March 5, 20266:30–8 p.m. Jewish Federation of Detroit 6735 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills Preparing for a B’nai Mitzvah can be a huge undertaking for parents and kids. In addition to studying and planning, teens must also choose a mitzvah project, a chance to put the Jewish tradition of tzedakah into action — which … Read more
Hello Camp Maas Families, All campers who join us for a full session (or longer) experience one of Tamarack’s most cherished traditions: a camping trip. These journeys begin as short, supported adventures for our youngest campers and grow progressively longer as they mature—each step thoughtfully designed to build independence, confidence, and a genuine love for … Read more
Hello Camp Maas Families, We hope everyone is staying warm during this cold snap! Medical Forms will go live on Thursday, February 5th. At that time, you will be able to log into CampBrain to complete medical forms, which include medication information and dietary restrictions. Medical forms are due April 1, 2026. The attached Healthcare Provider … Read more
From Lee… In New York, last September, while visiting our daughter, Jamie, Robin and I saw Stephanie and Josh Freedman (friends from Detroit who moved to Boca Raton) at breakfast. During our time together, we learned that they were working to open a new store — MatchSet — specializing in racquet sports and leisure apparel. … Read more
“Jeff’s Circle” honors the memory of our son and brother, Jeffrey Grey, who died tragically during a storm in Algonquin Provincial Park while serving as the director of Tamarack’s Camp Kennedy. Nearly 20 years ago, The Jeff Grey Campfire Circle was created so that all who gather there could find peace, joy, connection, and healing through nature and music. Over … Read more
Hello Camp Maas Families, We’ve always known that camp helps raise some of the very best kids in the world. When campers unplug from screens, connect with nature, form deep friendships and try new things, something amazing happens: they grow into their very best selves. Last summer, we took that growth one step further with … Read more
In partnership with JCSI, Tamarack Camps is protected 24/7 by a security team with experience in criminal justice and law enforcement in cooperation with the Jewish Federation of Detroit.
