The Woods
Camp Young Judaea Midwest
- Coed
- Ages 7-15
- Traditional
Overview
Camp Young Judaea Midwest is a co-ed, pluralistic Jewish overnight camp for children entering grades 2–9. Located on an 80-acre lakefront site in central Wisconsin, it offers a spiritually rich, community-powered summer experience rooted in Jewish values, pluralism, and lifelong friendships. Campers enjoy a diverse daily schedule of electives—called chuggim—ranging from watersports, arts, drama, and media to outdoor adventure and high ropes. The camp also includes a kosher dining hall, nature trails, a modern recreation hall, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels like a second home.
Read More Show LessUnique Features
- Elective-based programming that evolves mid-session—campers try new activities each half of the session.
- “Tracks” for older campers (grades 8–9), including Outdoor Adventure, Media Arts & Drama, and Watersports & Sports, culminating in out-of-camp trips.
- Beautiful lakefront campus with a kosher kitchen, air-conditioned recreation hall, climbing tower, and protected natural surroundings.
- Inclusive Jewish pluralist environment with campers from across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Israel.
- Experienced staff, nearly all former campers, fostering continuity and camp spirit.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season June 15 - August 06
- Session Lengths 1, 2, 3.5, 7 weeks
- Cost $1,650 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: No
- Financial assistance: Yes
- Special discounts: No
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Not open air
- Electricity/lights
- No air conditioning
- No separate bathhouse
- Showers attached
- Toilets attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- Doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- No food allergy options
- Gluten Free
- Kosher
- Peanut-free
- Tree nut-free
- Vegan friendly
- Vegetarian friendly
International Campers
- Enrolls non-US campers
- 2 countries have attended
Welcome Message
Dan Ravitch, Camp Director
We hear it over and over again from our community. Our campers and staff from all over the world and from every background come back year after year to their home away from home. From bike trips around beautiful Stratton Lake to water skiing, drama, rock climbing, and arts & crafts, our campers never run out of fun activities and new experiences. Our beautiful 80-acre lakefront facility in central Wisconsin provides the opportunity to explore, take on new challenges and make friendships that last a lifetime.
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