Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 13–14 · $1,200/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 13–14

URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI)

Oconomowoc, WI · $1,200/week

Jewish overnight camp for grades 8-9, focusing on community, learning, and fun in a URJ member setting.

▌ Editor's read The URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) website loads successfully and provides detailed information about its programs, including Moshavah Aleph for grades 8-9. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating adherence to recognized safety and operational standards. OSRUI has been operating for 75 years, founded by Rabbi David Vorspan, and is owned by the Union for Reform Judaism, making it a church/synagogue/mosque-affiliated camp. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the camp emphasizes a caring and supervised environment. Google reviews for OSRUI show an average rating of 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, with common themes highlighting the strong sense of community, positive Jewish experiences, and dedicated staff. The camp offers an overnight program with various sessions and focuses on building Jewish identity and fostering personal growth.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 13–14

URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) 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 overnight/sleepaway program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 13–14
  • Address: 600 Lac La Belle Dr, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
  • Phone: (847) 509-0977
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: URJ Synagogue Member Rate and Non-URJ Member Tuition are listed. Security Fee is $100 or $180 depending on session length. Financial assistance and One Happy Camper grants are available.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI)

What ages does URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) accept?
URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) is open to children ages 13–14. 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 Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) cost?
URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) publishes $1,200/week for the standard session. URJ Synagogue Member Rate and Non-URJ Member Tuition are listed. Security Fee is $100 or $180 depending on session length. Financial assistance and One Happy Camper grants are available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) accredited?
Yes — URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI)?
URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) is operated by a faith-based organization, with 75 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 Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) provide lunch?
Yes — URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) 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.
How does URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Oconomowoc?
URJ Camp Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI) is one of 38 overnight/sleepaway camps in Oconomowoc that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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