Camp Wise helps campers build confidence , self-esteem , independence
Why Camp Wise?

At Camp Wise, one of the oldest Jewish overnight camps in the country, our program is grounded in 117 years of tradition.

Life at Camp

Camp Wise is organized by villages; small communities that are at the core of our camp magic. Villages build a unique identity, ruach (spirit), and sense of pride over the summer. 

Jewish Life at Camp

We strive to innovate when it comes to functionality. Our mission is to be the best, come and join the ride.

Fun at Camp

Wise offers many diverse activities. Campers are able to enjoy the activities they love, while also trying new things they never imagined themselves doing! 

Retreats & Rentals

The Wise Retreat Center provides an outstanding combination of warm service, versatile meeting rooms, terrific food, and overnight housing.

Upcoming Events
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Community, Kindness, Inclusion
At Camp Wise we aspire to create sacred spaces grounded in chesed (compassion) and gemilut chasadim (loving-kindness). Our goal is for campers and staff alike to be proud of who they are and feel supported in celebrating their unique identity and experiences.
Give Back & Stay Involved
Alumni hold the traditions and memories that make camp the wonderful place we all love. There are opportunities to lend a hand, reconnect, have a laugh or two, and maybe even come back to camp!
Words for the Wise
18 July 2025
7 months ago
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Noar Shabbat, Trip II
Dear Camp Wise Families, Second Session Noar Shabbat is here! Tonight, our American and Israeli campers...
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27 June 2025
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Week 3 Shabbat Update - Trip I 2025
MACCABIA! Yellow Team Won! Living. Learning. Growing. (Friday, June 27) We’ve just wrapped up the third...
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20 June 2025
8 months ago
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Week 2 Update - Trip I 2025
Week 2 Shabbat Update of Trip I 2025! What a Week! We’ve just wrapped up the second week of Trip I 2025,...
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13 June 2025
8 months ago
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First Weekly Shabbat Update of Trip I 2025!
First Shabbat Update of Trip I 2025! Dear Camp Wise Families, The excitement of camp’s opening...
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26 July 2024
1 year ago
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Almost Time for Home!
Recently, I spoke with a parent of a first session camper. She shared with me that her daughter was sad...
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19 July 2024
1 year ago
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Bless One Another
What a week it has been!! Trip II always has amazing energy as our camp events are action packed with...
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12 July 2024
1 year ago
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Seeking the Good
Welcome to Trip II!  This was an exciting and uplifting week as we welcomed over 270 campers to The Home...
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05 July 2024
1 year ago
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We are ONE!
The end of week four is upon us! Here at the Mandel JCC and Camp Wise, we are grateful for the partnership...
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29 June 2024
1 year ago
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Leadership Summer in Europe Blog #2
Blog by Lebron and Ilu On Saturday, we started our day by walking around the old city of Prague! We...
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28 June 2024
1 year ago
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Live Among the Trees
I love to walk through the 325 acres of forest here at the Mandel JCC’s amazing Camp Wise! Each...
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Why Camp Wise?

At Camp Wise, one of the oldest Jewish overnight camps in the country, our program is grounded in 117 years of tradition.

Learn More
Fun at Camp

We have many diverse activities. Campers enjoy activities they love, and try new things they never imagined themselves doing! 

More Fun!
Life at Camp

Camp is organized by villages; small communities at the core of our camp magic. They build a unique identity, ruach (spirit), and sense of pride over the summer. 

Learn More