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Visit Our B'nai B'rith Camp Website
503-452-3443
info[AT]bbcamp.org
Otis, OR 97368
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
9400 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Blvd #147
Beaverton, OR 97005
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 4 - 16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish. BBYO
PJ Library
PJ Our Way
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: B’nai B’rith Camp, a Jewish community camp located on the Oregon coast, serves children and adults of all ages and various denominations. Based in Jewish values and open to everyone since 1921, BB Camp is a home away from home for many generations of children in the Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington and British Columbia) because of its unique camaraderie. We provide safe, nurturing and fun experiences in a welcoming environment that inspires individual growth and enduring Jewish identity.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Our Inclusive Philosophy: BB Camp is proud to be a boundless Kehila (community) of different ages, denominations, backgrounds, languages, and abilities. When you’re part of a community like this — one that accepts, and encourages everyone’s strengths — it’s life changing. Campers and staff learn about themselves, relating to others, form a family of friends they’ll have for life, and of course, have a lot of fun along the way!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Hydro-Tubing
Stand Up Board
Climbing Tower
Ropes Course
Zipline
Surfing Program- Bbcamp.org/bbsurfs
CAMP LOCATION: Nestled along the shores of Devil's Lake and only a few minutes away from the magnificent Oregon coast, B'nai B'rith Camp is an idyllic place to spend a summer. With temperatures averaging 70 degrees and sunny dry days, our location provides an ideal environment to unplug and enjoy the outdoors.
CAMP FACILITIES: Your camper will be warm and comfortable with their cabin-mates overnight in heated NEW double cabins with bathrooms inside. All cabins are within very short proximity to new shower buildings. The cabins sleep approximately 18 campers per cabin, and are divided by gender between the North and South sides of Camp.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: BB Camp’s youth-centered summer camps and year round programs for all ages build communities and offer exceptional leadership development. We strive to teach the values and ethics of Jewish living by example, experience, and creative expression.
B’nai B’rith Camp has consistently proven to be a great place for youth to learn about themselves, their identity, their environment, and how to relate to others. B’nai B’rith Camp is owned/operated by the B’nai B’rith Mens Camp Association, a JCC-affiliated Camp, licensed by the State of Oregon, and accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).
Who We Are: B'nai B'rith Camp, a Jewish community camp, serves children and adults of all ages and various denominations. Based in Jewish values and open to everyone since 1921, B.B. Camp is known as a home away from home for many generations of children because of its unique programming and camaraderie. We provide safe, nurturing and fun experiences in a welcoming environment that inspires individual growth and enduring Jewish identity.Our youth centered summer camps and year round programs for all ages build communities and offer exceptional leadership development.
Our goals for campers include: Learning the values and ethics of Jewish living, Increasing self reliance, Developing new skills; helping young people grow in a responsible, mature manner. Creating a democratic group experience within a Jewish atmosphere, Building friendships for life, and Just plain old having fun!
Activities Include: Swimming, hydro-tubing, Judaic enrichment, teva (nature), creative arts, singing, theater, arts & crafts, athletics, Israeli culture, ropes course, canoeing, day trips, water skiing, paddle boarding, overnights under the stars, dance, tennis, Shabbat celebrations, and so much more!
Our Staff: We provide a carefully selected staff based on their ability and love of working with children, as well as their skills in supervision, leadership, and positive role modeling. Our program specialists in Jewish enrichment, creative arts, athletics, Israeli culture, aquatics and outdoor adventure enrich our camp program as they share their enthusiasm and expertise in these areas.
Our professional Leadership Team supervises and assists counselors in providing a wide spectrum of experiences to form a well rounded program. All staff participate in a week long intensive pre-camp training program as the final step in becoming B'nai B'rith Camp Staff.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: L.I.T.- Leaders in Training: 10th
Teens acquire leadership skills while learning middot (Jewish values) and performing mizvot (good deeds). Includes a rock climbing trip to Smith Rock.
Session 1: Tzedek Program ( entering 11th & 12th graders)- 3 week program
Campers will embark on a journey of service learning seen through a Jewish lens. Campers will take part in tikkun olam community service projects and social action initiatives, both locally and at Camp. Our learning will range to include projects relating to poverty, education, inclusion, and the environment. Campers will leave the program with leadership skills, volunteer experience, and a deeper understanding of the issues our society faces.
2nd Session: O.J.A. – Outdoor Jewish Adventure: 11th
OJA
Through experiencing Judaism in the wilderness, teens will discover spirituality and the wonder of nature in a Jewish context. Campers will spend their time backpacking, camping, sea kayaking, mountain biking, learning primitive skills, tracking animals, identifying edible plants, and so much more. Locations are currently scheduled to include the Wallowa Mountains area, paragliding, NW Washington Coastal region, the Ape Caves and a summit attempt.
Session 2: Staff in Training (entering 12th graders)- 4 week program
The Staff in Training program, a volunteer opportunity, is a selective program available to those entering 12th grade. Interested candidates must apply and interview for the program. Applications can be requested through Ben Charlton, Camp Director, at bcharlton[AT]bbcamp.org. Spaces are limited. Designed to bridge the gap between camper and staff years, those admitted to the program will learn leadership and counseling skills through experience-based activities, educational workshops, group-oriented discussions, and living and working with a cabin of younger campers.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Grants and Financial Assistance
Incentive Grants (only one grant per session allowed):
B’nai B’rith Men’s Camp Association and the Foundation for Jewish Camping have generously provided Incentive Grants so that as many kids as possible can benefit from a rich Jewish camp experience. These grants are available to all first time Jewish campers regardless of ability to pay. These grants are not need based.
For more information contact Allison Kaufman at akaufman[AT]bbcamp.org or 503-535-3514.
Dor L’Dor Maccabee Session Grant (2nd-5th grade)
Grant: $500 off camp fees!
To qualify:
First time Jewish camper
Entering 2nd-5th grade in the fall
Registered for B’nai B’rith Camp’s Maccabee Session (one-week session)
Cannot be combined with PJ Goes to Camp grant
Click here to register for Camp now – no additional grant application required
Dor L’ Dor Maccabee 2 Grant (3rd-8th grade)
Grant: $700
To qualify:
Jewish Camper
Enrolling in a 12 day or longer session for the first time
Entering 3rd-8th grade in the fall
Registered for B’nai B’rith Camp’s Maccabee 2 Session
After registering for camp, go to One Happy Camper to apply
Dor L’ Dor Session 1 or 2 Grant (3rd-11th grade)
Grant: $1,000
To qualify:
Jewish Camper
Enrolling in a 12 day or longer session for the first time
Entering 3rd-11th grade in the fall
Registered for B’nai B’rith Camp’s Session 1 or 2
Cannot be combined with PJ Goes to Camp Grant
After registering for camp, go to One Happy Camper to apply
PJ Goes To Camp Grant
Grant: $1,000 for a 3 or 4 week session | $700 for a 2 week session
Jewish families who have participated in the PJ Library program including older and younger siblings and children who have “aged out” of the program (alumni)
First time Jewish campers that plan to attend one of BB Camp’s 3-week sessions
Camper must have participated in the PJ Library program in order to qualify for funding for the Summer sessions
Cannot be combined with Dor L’Dor Grant
After registering for Camp, contact pjgtc[AT]hgf.org for information on how to apply
Financing
Thanks to our friends at High Desert Bank, BB Camp can now offer bank direct financing for Camp fees. Contact Allison Kaufman at 503-535-3514 or the bank at (541) 848-4444 for more details. This program is just another way BB Camp is striving to help as many kids as possible have the life changing experience of a summer at BB Camp.
Financial Aid
We try to accommodate all those in need of financial assistance. Please complete the online Camp registration form and submit your deposit for summer camp. The deposit is refundable if the camper is unable to attend Camp for financial reasons. Cancellations must be made in writing to the Camp Office within 14 days of receiving notification. After registration a Financial Aid Application will be emailed to you along with instructions of submission. Please contact Allison Kaufman, Operations Director, at 503-535-3514 with questions.
Campership Donations:
Many families cannot afford full camp fees. Help send a child to camp! Any amount over your camp fees will automatically be applied toward camp scholarships. Todah Rabah – Thank you!!
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have many activities in Portland, OR during the year and we run a Family Camp weekend seasonally. Please check our website for upcoming events.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run events throughout the years for teens - Our Camp Website Link: bbcamp.org
A Day Camp in Portland - bbcamp.org/portland
BBYO youth - bbcamp.org/bbyo
We also run a women's Camp (ReJewvenation) in September, a young adult camp (Last Day of Camp) in August and Family Camps seasonally. Check our site for updated information about these activities and more!
OTHER CAMP INFO: Join us for our AQUATICS program - BB Surfs is designed to offer campers a new opportunity for growth & exploration within the immersive Jewish community at BB Camp. We aim to encourage mindfulness and environmentalism through surfing, helping our campers become stronger advocates of tikkun olam (repairing the world). more info at bbcamp.org/bbsurfs
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
First Session
2-week program for rising 3rd-8th graders | June 30-July 13
By Sept 30, 2019: $2,097 | By Dec 31, 2019: $2,172
By March 31, 2020: $2,247 | After March 31, 2020: $2,297
3-week program for rising 3rd-8th graders | June 30-July 19
By Sept 30, 2019: $2,698 | By Dec 31, 2019: $2,798
By March 31, 2020: $2,898 | After March 31, 2020: $2,948
BB SURFS, 3-week program for rising 7th & 8th graders | June 30-July 19
By Sept 30, 2019: $3,458 | By Dec 31, 2019: $3,458
By March 31, 2020: $3,658 | After March 31, 2020: $3,708
4-week program for rising 9th & 10th graders | June 30-July 28
By Sept 30, 2019: $3,634 | By Dec 31, 2019: $3,759
By March 31, 2020: $3,884 | After March 31, 2019: $3,934
Outdoor Jewish Adventure (OJA) (3-week program for rising 11th graders)
June 30-July 19 $3,708
Maccabee Session
Maccabee one week program for rising 2nd-8th graders | July 21-July 28
By Sept 30, 2019: $1,296 | By Dec 31, 2019: $1,346
By March 31, 2020: $1,411 | After March 31, 2020: $1,461
Second Session
2-week program for rising 3rd-8th graders | July 30-August 12
By Sept 30, 2019: $2,097 | By Dec 31, 2019: $2,172
By March 31, 2020: $2,247 | After March 31, 2020: $2,297
3-week program for rising 3rd-8th graders | July 30-August 18
By Sept 30, 2019: $2,698 | By Dec 31, 2019: $2,798
By March 31, 2020: $2,898 | After March 31, 2020: $2,948
BB SURFS, 3-week program for rising 7th & 8th graders | July 30-August 18
By Sept 30, 2019: $3,458 | By Dec 31, 2019: $3,458
By March 31, 2020: $3,658 | After March 31, 2020: $3,708
4-week program for rising 9th & 10th graders | July 21-August 18
By Sept 30, 2019: $3,634 | By Dec 31, 2019: $3,759
By March 31, 2020: $3,884 | After March 31, 2019: $3,934
Outdoor Jewish Adventure (OJA), 3-week program for rising 11th graders
July 30- August 18 $3,708
OTHER
Full Summer Program (for rising 3rd-10th graders) | June 30- August 18
By Sept 30, 2019: $6,127 | By Dec 31, 2019: $6,252
By March 31, 2020: $6,477 | After March 31, 2020: $6,652
Session Breaks (for Campers staying multiple sessions)
Session Break 1: July 19-July 21
Session Break 2: July 28-July 30
By March 31, 2020: $265 | After March 31, 2020: $275
Summer Shabbaton Weekend | August 14-16 $150
Staff In Training Program (for rising 12th Graders)
Please contact Zach “Purple” Rattray, Assistant Camp Director, at zrattray[AT]bbcamp.org for more information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
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