URJ Eisner Camp
URJ Eisner Camp is a Reform Jewish overnight camp in the Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts, offering a diverse range of activities for campers in grades 2...
▌ Editor's read URJ Eisner Camp's website loads as a legitimate camp site, showcasing a Reform Jewish overnight camp experience for campers in grades 2-10. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp has been operating for 60 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page, and is owned by the Union for Reform Judaism. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training, including CPR, First Aid, and specific program area certifications. Google reviews for URJ Eisner Camp show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the inclusive community and engaging activities. The camp offers a wide array of activities including arts, sports, outdoor adventure, and Jewish learning.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
URJ Eisner Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 53 Brookside Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230
- Phone: (413) 528-1659
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about URJ Eisner Camp
- What ages does URJ Eisner Camp accept?
- URJ Eisner Camp is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does URJ Eisner Camp cost?
- URJ Eisner Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are URJ Eisner Camp's hours?
- URJ Eisner Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is URJ Eisner Camp accredited?
- Yes — URJ Eisner Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs URJ Eisner Camp?
- URJ Eisner Camp is operated by a faith-based organization, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does URJ Eisner Camp provide lunch?
- URJ Eisner Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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