Summer Sessions

For over a century, Camp Tawonga has helped children discover who they are – through nature, community, and joyful Judaism. Our summer sessions for campers entering 2nd–10th grade blend outdoor adventure, meaningful connection, and a supportive group experience unlike any other. If you’re looking for a summer that truly shapes a child’s confidence, friendships, and sense of self, Tawonga is it.

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A Lifetime of Memories

2026 Summer Camp Sessions

6 Days

Taste of Camp 1

Dates

June 7 – 12, 2026

Total Duration

6 days

Entering Grades

2nd – 6th

This is a great introduction to sleep-away camp! Most campers joining Taste of Camp are new to Tawonga, and many are new to overnight camp. Our counselors are prepared to support campers and ensure they have a positive first experience away from home.

Campers participate in traditional camp activities with their bunkmates and counselors. Activities include arts and crafts, cooking in the garden, swimming, campfires, boating, archery, s’mores, and more. Schedules are set for each bunk to ensure that campers have an opportunity to rotate through our most popular program areas.

Cost

$1,795 | We do not want cost to be prohibitive. See financial assistance offerings like grants for first-time campers.

Refer a friend to this session and each get $150 off 2026 fees!

3 Weeks

Session 2

Dates

June 14 – July 3, 2026

Total Duration

3 weeks

Entering Grades

5th – 10th

Sessions 2, 2a, 3, 3a and 4 feature all of Tawonga’s classic camp activities, Shabbat celebrations, 1-2 night backpacking trips (or camping trips for the youngest campers), optional day hikes, a day on the adventure challenge course, elective activities, and campfires. Campers get the perfect blend of fun, friendship, and growing independence. During these sessions, campers build a deep connection to community, nature and Judaism within a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment.

An all-gender cabin will be offered during Session 2 for rising 7th and 8th graders. Learn more.

Cost

$6,695 | We do not want cost to be a prohibitive. See financial assistance offerings.

Refer a friend to this session and each get $150 off 2026 fees!.

2 Weeks

Session 2a

Dates

June 14 – 26, 2026

Total Duration

2 weeks

Entering Grades

3rd – 6th

Sessions 2, 2a, 3, 3a and 4 feature all of the classic camp activities, Shabbat celebrations, 1-2 night backpacking trips (or camping trips for the youngest campers), optional day hikes, a day on the adventure challenge course, elective activities and more and are the perfect blend of fun, friendship and independence. These longer sessions maximize safety by minimizing camper population turnover and offer campers a chance to build a deep connection to community, nature and Judaism within a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment.

Cost

$5,250 | We do not want cost to be a prohibitive factor. See financial assistance offerings.

P.S. Share the Love: Refer a friend to this session and get $150 off 2026 camp fees!

6 Days

Taste of Camp 2

Dates

June 28 – July 3, 2026

Total Duration

6 days

Entering Grades

2nd – 5th

This is a great introduction to sleep-away camp! Most campers joining Taste of Camp 2 are new to Tawonga, and many are new to overnight camp. Our counselors are prepared to support campers through this transition.

Campers participate in traditional camp activities with their pod of campers and counselors. Activities include arts and crafts, cooking in the garden, swimming, campfires, boating, archery, s’mores and more. We set the schedule for each bunk to ensure that campers have an opportunity to rotate through our most popular program areas.

Cost

$1,795 | We do not want cost to be a prohibitive factor. See financial assistance offerings.

P.S. Share the Love: Refer a friend to this session and get $150 off 2026 camp fees!

3 Weeks

Session 3

Dates

July 5 – 24, 2026

Total Duration

3 weeks

Entering Grades

5th – 10th

Sessions 2, 2a, 3, 3a and 4 feature all of the classic camp activities, Shabbat celebrations, 1-2 night backpacking trips (or camping trips for the youngest campers), optional day hikes, a day on the adventure challenge course, elective activities and more and are the perfect blend of fun, friendship and independence. These longer sessions offer campers a chance to build a deep connection to community, nature and Judaism within a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment.

An all-gender cabin is being offered during Session 3 for rising 9th and 10th graders. Click here to learn more.

Cost

$6,695 | We do not want cost to be a prohibitive factor. See financial assistance offerings.

P.S. Share the Love: Refer a friend to this session and get $150 off 2026 camp fees!

2 Weeks

Session 3A

Dates

July 5 – 17, 2026

Total Duration

2 weeks

Entering Grades

4th – 6th

Sessions 2, 2a, 3, 3a and 4 feature all of the classic camp activities, Shabbat celebrations, 1-2 night backpacking trips (or camping trips for the youngest campers), optional day hikes, a day on the adventure challenge course, elective activities and more and are the perfect blend of fun, friendship and independence. These longer sessions offer campers a chance to build a deep connection to community, nature and Judaism within a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment.

Cost

$5,250 | We do not want cost to be a prohibitive factor. See financial assistance offerings.

P.S. Share the Love: Refer a friend to this session and get $150 off 2026 camp fees!

2 Weeks

Session 4

Dates

July 26 – August 7, 2026

Total Duration

2 weeks

Entering Grades

3rd – 8th

Sessions 2, 2a, 3, 3a and 4 feature all of the classic camp activities, Shabbat celebrations, 1-2 night backpacking trips (or camping trips for the youngest campers), optional day hikes, a day on the adventure challenge course, elective activities and more and are the perfect blend of fun, friendship and independence. These longer sessions offer campers a chance to build a deep connection to community, nature and Judaism within a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment.

An all-gender cabins is being offered during Session 4 for rising 4th through 6th graders. Click here to learn more.

Cost

$5,250 | We do not want cost to be a prohibitive factor. See financial assistance offerings.

P.S. Share the Love: Refer a friend to this session and get $150 off 2026 camp fees!

Camp Activities

Each session offers a variety of adventure and activities. Explore more here.

Glimpses From Our Summer Blog

Parents and loved ones can tune in to our summer blog to keep up with all the exciting camper happenings.

Our Blog

Adventure Quests

For 6th – 10th graders, you might consider one of our exciting Adventure Quests, taking Tawonga on the road (Adventure Trips on the Road).

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From Our Families

Why Parents Choose Tawonga

Don’t take our word for it. Hear from families who’ve experienced the magic.

Our 11-yr old had an amazing time for the 2nd year in a row, this time extending to two weeks. Had a few friends and they all bonded, along with making new buddies. He also seemed to mature and gain a lot of social confidence due to the experience – they really run an amazing camp over at Tawonga!

Adam L.

Summer Camp Parent

My kids had an amazing time at Camp Tawonga and will be back next summer – it’s a fantastic, child-centered camp and the team running it is superb.

Erin K.

Summer Camp Parent

My daughter went to sleepaway camp for the first time, and I’m so glad it was at Tawonga. She has some social anxiety, but you would have never known the way she came back after camp. Tawonga was truly transformative. I still can’t believe it exists and I’m so glad she went!!

Andrea L.

Summer Camp Parent

Can not say enough wonderful things about this fantastic summer camp. My kids fell in love with outdoors and connected to their Judaism in a meaningful and joyful way. High quality staff, programming and delicious food. This was their first summer and they can’t wait to go back!

Mimi G.

Summer Camp Parent

My daughter has been going for 7 years and Tawonga has made a lasting impression on her. I highly recommend Tawonga for all it is. Staff is beyond incredible and what kids learn and experience is priceless. It’s like you walk through a bubble that cleanses the outside world from you bringing only positive energy and happiness into camp. Tawonga does all it can to help you grow as a person and have fun. There’s nowhere else like it.

Marie M.

Summer Camp Parent