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All About Agree

We can’t wait to have another life-changing summer at Charles N. Agree Outpost Camp (Agree). We are so excited to welcome Justin Ozrovitz as the Director of Agree! Justin is no stranger to the outposts, and is a longtime Tamarack camper, staff, and most recently, director! Last summer he led Camp Olmsted, which was our 11th grade outpost program … 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

Back on the Road

This was such an exciting week for Teen Programs! We couldn’t wait to shout from the rooftops… “the Teen Programs are coming home!” It is an amazing feeling knowing we are returning to the usual rhythm with our program offerings. I can’t wait until we’re together on departure day, watching our campers get back on … Read more

A Changing Role for Rachel Fine

After a tremendously successful summer directing Camp Kennedy, we are pleased to announce an expanded role for Rachel Fine. She will be working day-to-day with our outpost camps and we are all very excited for the many positive contributions she’ll bring to those programs. Next summer, she’s thrilled to continue the responsibilities as the director … Read more

Reflections from the Outposts

This was an incredible summer, one that our campers and staff will remember forever. To give children an experience at camp is always a gift, but of course, this year felt extra special. Campers and staff were craving a sense of normalcy, and I am so proud of what we were able to offer. I … Read more

Welcome Home Camp Kennedy

I’m happy to report that the campers and staff have arrived safely to Camp Kennedy! After speaking with the staff, they let me know that they had a blast on the bus on the way to camp. They played various icebreakers to get to know each other. They stopped for lunch and had delicious sandwiches. … Read more

Reflections from Camp Olmsted

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

Welcome Justin Ozrovitz – Director of Camp Olmsted!

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

Teen Programs Camper Care Team

We are thrilled to welcome back Gail Chynoweth (Director of Health) and Stacey Lusky (Social Worker) to the Teen Programs Camper Care Team! Gail has been part of the Tamarack Camps family for many years. You can find her around the community as the School Nurse at Hillel Day School. Stacey continues as the lead … 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