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
Hello Camp Maas Families, We are looking forward to another summer at the “Greatest Place on Earth”! To help you prepare for summer, I will send out weekly emails on Sundays. The purpose of these emails is to share small bites or “tidbits” of information without overloading you with too much at a time. Introductions – … 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
How Tamarack Helped Jack Shine I grew up at Jewish summer camp, where some of the most formative moments of my childhood — the friendships, the freedom, the sense of Jewish joy — happened. Camp shaped who I am, and when I became a parent, I hoped my children would one day feel that same … 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.
