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Can you believe summer’s almost here? We know campers are already wondering who’s who in their village. Final bunk assignments for counselors are made right before each session, but we are so excited about this year’s slate of spectacular supervisors: Avodah – Shira HausmanAtid – Emily Magrin, Talia Margolis Shiffman – Jamelia “Jam” StewartApplebaum – Callum WaringFishman – Jemima BriggsDeRoy – Arthur Woll, Kyle LanCharach Sheruth – Alli … Read more

It is that time of year… summer is around the corner and we are busy signing off on medical charts and submitting bunk requests. Medical Forms were OVERDUE as of April 1. You can avoid late fee assessments that will begin on May 1 by completing your medical forms and all document uploads.  Please note … Read more

Hello Tamarack Families, Have you wondered why we do Priority Applications in the fall? If you have younger campers, it may not feel urgent to apply for camp when registration opens. However, as your camper gets older, some programs and trips have space limitations. Travel trips (Western and Alaska), Outpost camps (Kennedy and Agree) and Robinson Pioneer … Read more

As we eagerly anticipate our annual Send a Kid to Tamarack event on May 22 at Temple Israel, we are proud to announce that, in addition to honoring Community Leaders Andi and Larry Wolfe, we will be celebrating the legacy of Tamarack legends Harriet and Irving Berg (z”l). Both were Fresh Air campers in their youth, and Irving served as a staff member in the 1940s. … Read more

At camp, we know that with all the fun and excitement, kids sometimes need a little extra rest and TLC. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our Camp Bubbie Program, designed to provide comfort and a cozy respite — while keeping campers engaged in the Tamarack experience. Meet our very own Camp Bubbie – Debbie Landau! Debbie is … Read more

When we talk about the Tamarack Camps experience, one thing we often say is that “camp is run by grown-ups” — but what does that mean and why is it important? By grown-ups, we really mean professionals — our camp leadership who bring years of experience and a deep love for camp to everything they … Read more

Stay connected to Tamarack! Whether you’re a camp alum, former staff member or friend, we want to keep you in the loop about reunions, special events and ways to stay involved. Take a moment to update your contact information using the form below so you don’t miss out on the latest news and opportunities to reconnect with … Read more

There’s a well-known expression among campers and staff that they live “10 for two” — meaning they get through the 10 non-camp months just to make it to the two summer months at camp. Back in 1987, during those ten months, Tamarack Camps was given the opportunity to utilize a closed Chatham Supermarket at Tel-Twelve … Read more

Have a celebratory announcement to share with your camp family? Simchas are published monthly in the Tamarack Times. Send yours today.