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At camp, we know the heart isn’t just for feeling — it keeps us moving, playing and thriving! February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about heart health and take steps to keep our hearts strong. What’s happening this month?❤️ National Wear Red Day: Wear red to show support for heart health, especially for … Read more

Immunization Policy ALL THOSE WHO ARE ATTENDING/PARTICIPATING IN A TAMARACK CAMPS PROGRAM AT CAMP MAAS, CHARLES N. AGREE OUTPOST CAMP, CAMP KENNEDY, ON A WESTERN/ALASKA/ISRAEL TRAVEL TRIP (including staff kids, artist in residents, doctors, nurses, and their families, etc.) ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION THEY HAVE HAD AGE APPROPRIATE VACCINES as recommended by the American … Read more

1. A Day in the Life at CampEver wonder what your child does all day at camp? First time campers may wonder this, too. While campers can expect a regular cadence to their daily schedule, there are some fun deviations such as village camping trips, Shabbat or theme days. Most days look like this: *Examples … Read more

Please join us in wishing a joyous 100th birthday to the one and only Harriet Berg, a true icon of Camp Maas and Detroit! For decades, Harriet inspired countless Tamarack campers as an artist-in-residence, sharing her passion for dance and creativity in the beloved Sidney J. Winer and Melba Winer Dance Barn. Her dedication left an indelible mark on … Read more

In light of the ongoing situation in Israel, we’ve made a mindful decision to pivot from our Sue & Alan Kaufman & Family Teen Mission to Israel for summer 2025. While we deeply value our connections to Israel and the opportunity to explore our homeland, health and safety remain our top priorities. With that in … Read more

Nestled deep in the Northwoods of Lake Superior, Charles N. Agree Outpost Camp became an outpost of Tamarack Camps in the mid 1960s and has since fostered life-changing summers for thousands of young adults. During a five-week session, a small band of campers and staff make northern Ontario home and, surrounded by decades of history … Read more

At Tamarack, we know that meals are more than just food — they’re moments to connect, recharge and create sweet memories. Whether it’s traditional favorite foods like Shabbat dinner, a camper banquet or event as important as first-day-camp chicken nuggets with new friends, food plays a huge role in the camp experience. That’s why I’m … Read more

The High Holidays are a time for reflection — looking back on the past year and considering how we can grow in the year ahead. From Rosh Hashanah to Yom Kippur, we ask ourselves: Am I being the best person I can be? Did I hurt someone, even unintentionally? How can I improve moving forward? These moments … Read more