Camp Wise is organized by villages; small communities that are at the core of our camp magic. We understand that children of each age group are at varying developmental stages, and have different social and educational needs. We intentionally group campers in co-ed villages (cabins are not co-ed) so that counselors can focus on the specific age-appropriate needs of each camper. This design reflects learning needed for real life where success depends on the strength of one’s relationships with peers.

Villages build a unique identity, ruach (spirit), and sense of pride over the summer. As a village, campers participate in daily electives, sit at village section tables at meals, participate in evening programs, and come up with their own cheers and mascots. Campers share space and time with others their own age–and can develop meaningful relationships with peers outside their cabin.

Camp Wise villages are organized by the grade a child enters at the end of the summer season.