URJ Camp Kalsman

The Machon Counselor in Training Program at URJ Camp Kalsman is a once in a lifetime opportunity for current 11th graders to develop valuable skills for the future while also spending time together as a unit enjoying all the fun activities camp has to offer. Experiencing all camp programming as both participants and leaders helps our Machonikim transition from camper to future staff member. This five week program is perfect preparation for teens entering their senior year of high school to take on additional responsibility at school, in extracurricular activities, at their temples, and at camp.

Spending 12 days, 2 weeks or 3 weeks together means these campers will try out even more activities and experience even more community building and fun during their time at camp. Daily unit programs give campers the chance to explore their favorite activity areas on camp. All Tzofim three week campers will have the opportunity to try out the Giant Swing and the High Ropes Course during their time at Kalsman. Daily Jewish experiences help build Jewish identity and lifelong community.

Current 4th and 5th graders can join us for Kochavim for 12 days, 2 weeks or a 3 week program that allows campers to experience even more of what camp has to offer. During daily unit programming, Kochavim campers will also have the opportunity to spend time at the URJ Camp Kalsman Alpine Climbing Tower, farm, art room, and so much more. A special half hour of bunk time allows these campers to build lifelong friendships with their cabin mates. Daily tfilah (prayer) and shira (song session) help Kochavim campers build their Jewish identity and learn about what it means to be part of a Jewish community. Kochavim campers will experience an on camp overnight in one of Camp Kalsmans beautiful campsites.

A 2 week option for current 4th and 5th grade campers, Nemerim campers will have the opportunity to dive more deeply into activities that they love. During the daily unit program block, Nemerim campers spend time at the Alpine Climbing Tower, farm, art room, and so much more. Daily tfilah (prayer) and shira (song session) help Nemerim campers build their Jewish identity and learn about what it means to be part of a Jewish community. A special half hour of bunk time allows these campers to build lifelong friendships with their cabin mates. Nemerim campers will experience an on camp overnight in one of Camp Kalsmans beautiful campsites.

Nitzotzot campers currently in 3rd and 4th grade have the option of coming to camp for 8 days (7 nights) in Bet. Nitzotzot campers have two electives, daily free swim and unit programming in addition to daily tfilah (prayer) and shira (song session) with all of camp. All Nitzotzot campers will experience a cookout and smores with their cabin. Nitzotzot campers experience the magic of Jewish camp in everything they do.

Coogarim campers currently in 1st and 2nd grade join us at camp for 8 days (7 nights) in Bet sessions. While at camp, Coogarim campers get to experience the best that Kalsman has to offer! Coogarim campers have two electives, daily free swim and unit programming in addition to daily tfilah (prayer) and shira (song session) with all of camp. All Coogarim campers will get will be treated to a cookout and smores with their cabin. Coogarim campers will pray, learn, and live in a Jewish setting with other campers from throughout the Pacific Northwest.