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Summer Camps
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Family Shabbat!
Twice during the summer we will have family Shabbat experiences
here at camp. Come bring a picnic dinner, meet your children’s
counselors and friends while enjoying a relaxing Shabbat. Save
the date: July 11th and August 1, more details to follow.
Campers enjoy our beautiful pool nearly every day!
We offer a skill-based swimming program modeled after nationally
recognized standards taught by experienced aquatics instructors. Kelli
Maciel, our JCC Health & Fitness Director, has over 20 years of
aquatics management and teaching experience. Together, Kelli and Vera
De Ferrari, the onsite aquatic operations manager, oversee the aquatics
portion of our staff training. They also supervise the professional
swim instructors and lifeguards during camp swim time to ensure the
utmost safety.
All campers are assessed for water safety and swimming ability and are
assigned to a small group appropriate to their skill level. Grades K-8
are led by a trained aquatic instructor, with counselors assigned to
assist the instructors. First-time swimmers are placed in a separate
group to learn water safety and early swimming techniques. K-4 grade
swimmers are taught swimming skills and participate in fun, organized
skill-enhancing swim activities. Older campers (grade 5 and above) enjoy
swim instruction and skill-based structured games with their counselors.
Our youngest campers play in the shallow tot pool or have outdoor water
play games two days a week.
There is no alternative programming for campers who will not be participating
in the swim program – they will be supervised at the side of the
pool while their group swims.
Camp Nitzanim
(Hebrew for "Little Buds")
For kids entering kindergarten in fall 2008
This program provides a nuturing transition from preschool to kindergarten.
The staff (including a preschool specialist) is carefully selected to
work with this age group. Camp Nitzanim has its own separate kindergarten-appropriate
classroom and play structure. All programming is on-site and is supplemented
with visits from guest entertainers such as magicians and puppeteers.
Each day includes swim time in a fun yet tightly organized skill-building
program. A highlight for campers is the late-night pajama party (offered
in sessions 2, 3 & 4).
Nitzanim offers a full-time, weeklong schedule, Monday-Friday, 9:30am-3:30pm.
Extended Care and bus transportation are available for this age group.
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Camp Beyt (2nd letter of Hebrew alphabet) |
Aleph and Beyt campers enjoy classic activities like art, sports,
music, nature, Jewish culture, and drama. When on-site, campers swim
every day in a fun yet tightly organized skill-building program. Daily
activities are enhanced with special age-appropriate field trips, hikes
with naturalists, daily opening and closing circles, and a weekly Shabbat
celebration.
Late Nights and Sleepovers
During sessions 2-4, Aleph campers enjoy a sleepover at the JCC, while
Beyt campers participate in an outdoor overnight at a nearby park.
Values-based Programming
Each session has a camp-wide theme that helps to build character and
enhance social skills in experiential and fun ways.
Camp Ruach (Hebrew for "Spirit")
Grades 5-6
Ruach campers enjoy all the activities and fun of our traditional camps plus extra activity choices, extra swim time, and more leadership development. This summer, Ruach has been redesigned to create programming attuned to the highly developed interests and talents of older campers. Ruach campers also enjoy at least one field trip a week, and a two night overnight at a state or national park during Session II, and a one night overnight during Session I.
Aug 18-22 (week 9)
Camp KEF is a one-week traditional camp at the end of our summer. This
week our groups have a slightly larger age range, and will participate
in more all-camp activities, so it is a great week for siblings or friends
of different ages to get to play together. We’ll have entertainers
and all sorts of special activities to make the end of our summer go
out with a bang!
One-week specialty camps offer kids a chance to explore an exciting topic of interest in an artistic and adventurous way with a focus on fun rather than academics. Campers also enjoy swimming* twice a week, opening and closing circle, and our Friday Shabbat celebration.
*Swim program for our one-week camps consist of structured skill-based games.
Legos
Tim Bowen's hands-on Lego workshop will dazzle your kids. All that's required is imagination and a sense of adventure. We’ll design cities, bridges, motorized racecars and robots. Great for both beginning and experienced Lego campers!
NASA: Journey into Outer Space
(entering 1st-4th grade)
Mad Science and NASA’s after school program is now a summer camp! From our atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, this hands-on program sends campers on a quest for exploration! Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Learn about the four forces of flight and the challenges of space travel. Camp includes a take home every day. Join us for Earth and Beyond, Astronaut-in-Training, Solar Launch, Eye on the Sky, and Space Voyage!
Dates: July 7-11 (week 3)
Crazy Chemistry
(entering 1st-4th grade)
We’ll explore and create exciting chemical reactions, make colorful concoctions and bubbling brews. Amaze yourself with magical temperature changing baggie science or growing ghost crystals. Study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk and soap, and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists, spies and detectives! Chemists bring home a project each day.
Dates: July 28-Aug 1 (week 6)
Z'man Sport! (Sports Time!)
(entering 1st-4th grade)
Come learn basic sportsmanship, practice hand-eye coordination, and build team sport readiness, while having a blast! We will learn both fun skill games and basic rules and strategy of team sports. Kids will spend their day learning different skill games everywhere from our newly renovated gym, to our state-of-the art field to our beautiful outdoor pool.
Dates: June 30-July 3 (week 2), July 21-25 (week 5)
Let’s Get Cookin’
(entering 1st-4th grade)
Cooking with kids is one of the best ways to unleash their imagination, learn good eating habits and have fabulous messy fun. We’ll make everything from sophisticated snacks to ice cream maps of Israel. Guest chefs will help us create different types of tasty dishes throughout the week. Each Junior Chef will have at least one ‘take-home’ project per day and a book of their recipes at the end of the session.
Dates: July 14-18 (week 4)
Kohavim (Stars!)
Entering 1-4th Grade
Experience the joy of theatrical performance! We’ll build confidence and let our imaginations soar as we develop skills in pantomime, improvisation, movement and verbal expression. Campers are encouraged to bring a funsack filled with their favorite musical, theatrical presentations and costumes.
Dates: Aug 11-15 (Week 8
Camp Chalutzim Adventure Camps (Hebrew for "Pioneers")
Chalutzim '08 is going to be all about adventure, fun, learning, and growing. Choose from three exciting and innovative one-week adventure camps. This is a summer you’ll be talking about for years to come!
Yosemite Valley Base Camp
Session 1
June 23-27 (Campers return on Thursday, June 26 at 3:30pm and spend Friday, June 27 at the JCC from 9:30am-3:30pm - lunch will be provided)
Start your summer off by exploring the incredible Yosemite Valley. We’ll
be hiking past famous waterfalls and breathtaking views, biking through
the canyons, and learning to boulder the famous Yosemite granite. This
will be an amazing week of adventure, bonding and growth.
Whitewater Rafting
Session 2
July 7 -11 (Campers return on Thursday, July 10 at 3:30pm and spend Friday, July 11 at the JCC from 9:30am-3:30pm - lunch will be provided)
Head up to the Gold Country for some whitewater action on the South
Fork of the American River. Expert guides will navigate the Class III
river and provide personal beginning kayak instruction for those who
are interested. Campers will explore the California Gold Rush, skip
rocks and roast marshmallows on this exciting excursion.
Highway 1
Adventure
Session 3
July 21-25 (Campers return on Thursday, July 24 at 3:30pm and spend Friday, July 25 at the JCC from 9:30am-3:30pm - lunch will be provided)
Get ready for a jam-packed adventure all around the North Bay coast! Spend the week sea kayaking, camping at Tomales Bay, a visit to Bodega Dunes State Park and horseback riding at Chanslor Ranch. A great opportunity to make friendships that will last a lifetime!
Monterey Bay Adventure
Session 4
Aug. 4-8 (Campers return on Thursday, August 7 at 3:30pm and spend Friday, August 8 at the JCC from 9:30am-3:30pm - lunch will be provided)
The Monterey Bay is one of the most beautiful and fun-packed areas in California. We’ll take you on an adventure that is the right balance of fun and games, camping and end-of-summer relaxation. Spend time at the Boardwalk, visit Año Nuevo State park’s elephant seals, and visit Wilder Farm State park! A great way to end the summer!
Rock On! Session Dates
Session 1
July 28-Aug 1 (week 6)
Session 2
Aug 11-15 (week 8)
If you've ever dreamed of playing in a rock band, this camp is for
you! You'll spend the entire week rehearsing and learning songs with
a group. At the end of the week, the group will record its own CD and
put on a live performance!
Rock On! is geared for muscians who sing or play an instrument,
and is taught by the popular music instructor Jesse Scott of Brandeis
Hillel Day School. Bring your own instrument -- we'll provide the PA's,
amps, one piano and one drum set.
Prerequisite: Campers must have one year of music training,
either in school or private lessons. You should be able to play five
open chords and count whole, half, quarter, and eighth notes.
Love to swim? Our new Junior Guards program will teach you leadership,
water safety, and swim instruction skills, while having a great time.
Our expert lifeguarding staff will teach you everything from professional
skills to pool games to play with kids. Our program also includes
a short portion of every day for other fun camp activities including
sports and art projects.
Session dates:
July 14-18 (week 4)
This program is created specifically for 14 and 15 year olds who want to make the transition from camper to counselor. As a CIT, you’ll learn valuable lessons in child development, teamwork, program planning, and leadership training. Put into practice what you learn as you participate in daily activities, field trips, and overnights.
Counselor in Training
CIT Training
All CITs must attend a training session. This summer you can choose between Training 1 (June 23-27) or Training 2 (July 21-25). You can then choose to participate in one, two or all three of the CIT sessions.
Session 1
June 30-July 11 (2 weeks)
Session 2
July 28-Aug 8th (2 weeks)
Session 3
Aug 11-Aug 22 (2 weeks)
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Jewish athletesAugust 10-14 - Akron, Ohio |
The JCC Maccabi experience brings together hundreds of teens from all over the country, and world for 4 days of learning, friendly competition and fun. For over 60 years JCC Maccabi has been providing a quality teen experience to build teamwork, friendship and Jewish connection.
The Osher Marin JCC is accepting registrations for Jewish athletes!
Ages 13-16 (must be 13 years old by 7/31/08)
Contact Jason Wasserman at 415.444.8059 or by e-mail jwasserman@marinjcc.org for mere info.
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Jewish artistsJuly 27 - August 1 - fairfax, Virginia |
Create, perform, exhibit, and immerse yourself in the arts!
JCC Maccabi Artsfest is designed to inspire Jewish teens through a dynamic combination of workshop, performance, exhibition, recognition of excellence, community service, social activities, and fun. Teens develop their individuality as well as connect to their Jewish heritage.
Work with artists at the top of their fields, as they share their talent and experience in an intensive workshop structure inspiring teens to express their own creativity.
Art specialties include:
The Osher Marin JCC is accepting registrations for Jewish artists!
Teens entering grades 8-12
Contact Hagar Ben-Eliezer at 415.444.8066 or by e-mail, hben-eliezer@marinjcc.org for more info.
Summer Nights
Picnic, dance, play & enjoy music with your family under beautiful Marin skies. These special evenings present the perfect family environment to celebrate upbeat music from around the world.
Special offer for our Camp Families…
Summer Nights -PACK!
Choose your favorite 4 concerts
Adult 4-pack - $80 / Kids 4-pack (ages 7-18) - $40
Kids 6 and under are free — no tickets necessary
Contact Kathy Langrock at 444.8088 to arrange the four concerts you
would like to attend.
Click here for more information about our Summer Nights Outdoor Concert
Don't miss our Fun in the Sun Summer Pool Parties! Click here for more information!
Join us for a fun-filled family day featuring pool games, Israeli music, Mediterranean food for sale, arts & crafts, jumpy house and indoor sports.
FREE for members/Public Day Pass $15 adults/$5 kids
Music and food - No lap lanes after 12pm
Enjoy a movie while lounging on a pool float
Family Shabbat Picnics!
July 11 & Aug 1
Twice during the summer we will have family Shabbat experiences here
at camp. Come bring a picnic dinner, meet your children’s counselors
and friends while enjoying a relaxing Shabbat. More details to follow.
Camp Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-3:30pm
Extended care hours: 8am-9:30am (AM Care); 3:30pm-
6pm (PM Care)
FEES, PAYMENT & DISCOUNTS
Camp fees include: art supplies, food (except lunch), admission
charges, overnights, and fieldtrip transportation.
Two payment options: Pay in full at time of registration OR pay a $50
non-refundable deposit for each camp for each child, and the balance
will automatically be charged to your credit card on or after June 1.
Make check payable to: Osher Marin JCC.
Sibling Discount
After the first child is enrolled, a 10% discount applies to additional
children enrolled from the same household. Discount is applied to lowest
camp fee. JCC Family members receive a discount on all programs. For
information on JCC membership, call 415.444.8000.
CANCELLATIONS, CHANGES & REFUNDS
No refunds will be given after May 16, 2008. To receive a refund, we
must receive written notice of your cancellation before May
16, less a $50 non-refundable deposit for each camp for each
child. Changes: There is a $20 fee for each
change from one program to another.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS
Limited scholarships are available. To receive a camp scholarship
application, call the camp office at 415.444.8055. Scholarship applications
must be completed and received by April 9. You will be notified in mid-May
regarding the status of your camp scholarship.
EXTENDED CARE – Weekly
AM Care: Join us for a simple breakfast and games in
the morning beginning at 8am.
PM Care: Snack, activities and play until 6pm.
EXTENDED CARE – Daily
AM & PM Care available by the day with one week’s advance
notice. Please call the camp office to register, 415.444.8055.
Important Dates:
| July 4 | No camp |
| July 11 | Summer Family Shabbat Picnic on Swig Field |
| August 1 | Summer Family Shabbat Picnic at the Outdoor Pool |
PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF PROCEDURES AT JCC
Campers are to be dropped off no earlier than 9:20am (unless your child
is enrolled in AM Extended Care). More details are in the Parent Handbook.
MINIMUM ENROLLMENT
If minimum enrollment is not met two weeks before the start
of a camp, the program may be cancelled or restructured.
COMMUNICATION
This summer, our weekly newsletters will be distributed in e-mail format.
These e-mails will contain important information, so it is imperative
that you provide your e-mail address on the camp registration form.
Parent Handbooks
A parent handbook will be sent electronically to all families
in June and can be viewed or downloaded from our website.
Photo Gallery
New this year! Enjoy the lovely photo gallery that will be
available for viewing once camp begins from our website.
LUNCH
Campers must bring their own lunches. Afternoon snacks are
provided.
Kid Chow!
Marin Osher Summer Camp is proud to offer Kid Chow, the Bay
Area’s premier kids’ lunch caterer, as part of its summer
camp program. Kid Chow’s lunches are packed with delicious, nutritious
chow and feature a broad variety of kid-friendly, vegetarian lunch offerings.
Summer camp orders are placed directly online from Kid Chow’s
website, www.kidchow.com. Kid
Chow’s ordering deadline is Monday, one week in advance of the
first day of camp.
Please note that Kid Chow is not available to Chalutzim campers due
to offsite location. Also please note that you should not order Kid
Chow lunches on field trip days as the lunches arrive after field trip
departure time.
Let Kid Chow take your daily lunch prep off your plate!
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMMING
There are no alternative programs for campers who do not participate
in fieldtrips, overnights or our swim program.
WAITING LIST
Camps fill quickly. Once a camp is full, a waiting list will be created.
Call the camp office for current enrollment information, 415.444.8055.
T-SHIRTS
Campers receive one free camp T-shirt.
Click here to download our Parent Handbook.
Click here to download our Camp Yeladim Supplemental Parents Guide.
Click here to download our Camp Yeladim Additional Information form.
Click here to download our Release of Liability form.
Click here to download our Health History form.
Click here to download our Challah Order form.
Click here for some dairy lunch ideas.
Click here to download our Dashboard Camper Card.
Click here to download our Extended Care Daily Sign Up form.
Click here to download our Fieldtrip schedule for July.
Click here to download our Fieldtrip schedule for August.
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