Camp Alonim: Overnight Camps

Accommodation

Campers live in rustic but comfortable cabins that sleep about 10–14 children, along with two counselors and sometimes an additional staff member for support. Each cabin includes electricity, bunk beds, and nearby or in-bunk restrooms with hot showers.

Bunks are grouped by age and gender identity, though older campers can opt into all-gender housing. The setup promotes close friendships, teamwork, and a real “camp family” feel. Supervision is constant, and counselors help campers build community while keeping daily routines smooth and inclusive.

Meals

Meals are served family-style in the dining hall, where campers eat together with their bunkmates and counselors. The kitchen is strictly kosher and completely nut-free to protect children with allergies.

The menu is both hearty and kid-friendly—think scrambled eggs, bagels, and fruit in the morning, followed by dishes like BBQ sandwiches, pasta, schnitzel, or tacos later in the day. A full salad bar and vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are always available. Mealtime at Camp Alonim is about more than food—it’s about community, conversation, and sharing stories from the day.

Safety

Safety at Camp Alonim is built into every layer of its operation. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association, and staff are trained extensively in CPR, first aid, and emergency procedures.

Before campers arrive, the entire team participates in comprehensive safety and supervision training that includes everything from managing homesickness to handling emergencies. The campus has 24-hour on-site staff, security personnel, and close coordination with local police and fire departments. Families can rest easy knowing that their children are in capable, watchful hands.

Health & Medicine

A fully equipped Health Center is open around the clock and staffed by a resident doctor and registered nurses who live at camp throughout the summer. Routine care and medication management are handled on-site, and sick-call visits take place twice daily.

The health team works closely with local hospitals for any emergencies, ensuring swift response times if needed. Parents can discuss allergy management, dietary needs, or ongoing medical care before camp begins to make sure every camper’s needs are met safely.

Camp Traditions

Tradition is at the heart of Camp Alonim. Fridays begin with a camp-wide barbecue and a sea of white clothing as everyone prepares to welcome Shabbat. Campers gather for joyful song and dance services, then celebrate together with Israeli folk dancing that stretches into the evening.

Saturday brings a relaxed pace—coffee-cake breakfast, community services, talent shows, and Havdallah under the stars. Throughout the week, campers bond over camp songs, spirited games, and long-standing rituals like bunk clean-up competitions. The result is a vibrant, inclusive culture that keeps alumni coming back year after year.

Camp Alonim’s program balances structure and freedom. Campers explore creativity, sports, and adventure while learning about teamwork and Jewish values through experience, not lectures. The schedule includes electives, all-camp events, and free-choice blocks that let kids pursue their interests while discovering new ones.