Camp Ramah in the Berkshires
Jewish overnight camp in the Berkshires offering a range of programs for campers in grades 3-11.
▌ Editor's read Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is an ACA-accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid through 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their 'About Us' page. The camp has been operating for over 60 years, indicating a long-standing presence and experience in youth camping. It is a non-profit organization, part of the larger Ramah Camping Movement, which is affiliated with the Jewish Theological Seminary. The camp explicitly states its commitment to safety, including background checks for staff, on its 'Safety & Security' page. Programming is diverse, encompassing sports, arts, nature, and intensive Hebrew language instruction, all within a Jewish framework. The camp's website is well-organized, providing comprehensive information about its mission, programs, and safety protocols.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–16
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. religious programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Religious
- Ages: 8–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 39 Bennett Rd, Wingdale, NY 12594, USA
- Phone: 201-871-7262
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: The Ta'am 1 - One Week session is $2000. Other sessions have different weekly costs.
Runs 24-hour residential, 2 sessions (0 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 24 to Aug 13.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- First Session Jun 24 – Jul 19, 2026 · 4 weeks · $9,285
- Second Session Jul 21 – Aug 13, 2026 · 4 weeks · $9,985
↗ What parents like
- Offers a one-week option
- Focus on Jewish values and community
- Variety of session lengths
↘ Watch for
- Expensive
- Additional fees for luggage and medication
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Ramah in the Berkshires
- What ages does Camp Ramah in the Berkshires accept?
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Camp Ramah in the Berkshires cost?
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. The Ta'am 1 - One Week session is $2000. Other sessions have different weekly costs. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Ramah in the Berkshires's hours?
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp Ramah in the Berkshires accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ramah in the Berkshires 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 Camp Ramah in the Berkshires?
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is operated by a nonprofit 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 Camp Ramah in the Berkshires provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Ramah in the Berkshires includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- Does Camp Ramah in the Berkshires offer transportation?
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
Planning guides
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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.
Camps near here
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- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Cochavim - Mini-Session · Wingdale, NY · Ages 9–9 · $3,098/week
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Cochavim Mini-Session (First) · Wingdale, NY · Ages 9–10 · $2,710/week
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Cochavim Mini-Session (Second) · Wingdale, NY · Ages 9–10 · $2,323/week
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - First Session · Wingdale, NY · Ages 9–14 · $2,321/week
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Full Season (Grades 10-11) · Wingdale, NY · Ages 15–17 · $2,038/week
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Full Season (Grades 4-9) · Wingdale, NY · Ages 9–15 · $1,999/week
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 1 · Wingdale, NY · Ages 8–9 · $2,000/week
- Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 · Wingdale, NY · Ages 8–9 · $2,275/week