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Camp Ideal

December 26-30, 2022

Looking for a safe empowering camp experience for your child? Look no further than Camp Ideal! For over 60 years we have been dedicated to a pluralistic camp experience exploring Jewish community values while also offering exciting workshops that stimulate creativity and leadership. Camp Ideal is an exceptional day camp program for all children entering Kindergarten through 10th grade.


Winter Camp

Monday, December 26, 20229:00 amFriday, December 30, 20224:00 pm
The Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley
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Need something fun for your kids to do over winter break?

Camp Ideal at the Jewish Federation has you covered with weeklong programming December 26th through 30th for grades K-3rd & 4th-7th!

Winter Camp is a great way for our summer campers to stay in touch, and for new campers to get a taste of Camp Ideal, even if they have not attended in the past. Campers will participate in a variety of activities including field trips, art workshops, sports, outdoor play (weather permitting) and more. We will also engage campers by "Living Israel's History" with special activities planned each day!

Plus, now if you register more than one camper, receive a sibling discount of 10% savings off your total registration. Use promo code IdealSibling upon checkout.

Full Week (Grades K-7th): $200
Hadracha (Grades 8-10th)): $100
By the Day (Grades K-7th): $55

Drop Off: 9 AM
Pick Up: 4 PM*
*Pick up time for Friday, December 30 is at 3:30 PM in observance of Shabbat

The health form must be completed before campers can begin camp. If you completed this form for Summer Camp Ideal, you do not need to complete it again.

Parents are also encouraged to read the Parent Handbook prior to registration.

Registrations received after December 19 will assess a $15 late fee.

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