Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 11–12 · $2,217/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 11–12

URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member

West Stockbridge, MA · $2,217/week · ★ 4.6 (37 reviews)

URJ Crane Lake Camp offers a Reform Jewish overnight camping experience in the Berkshires, focusing on community,...

▌ Editor's read URJ Crane Lake Camp's website loads successfully, detailing their overnight camp programs for various age groups. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, signifying adherence to over 200 health, safety, and program quality standards. The camp is part of the Union for Reform Judaism, indicating its religious affiliation and mission. The 'About Us' page states the camp has been operating for 60 years, establishing a long history in camping. They explicitly mention that all staff undergo background checks on their 'Staff' page. Google reviews for URJ Crane Lake Camp show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the inclusive community, dedicated staff, and positive impact on their children's Jewish identity and personal growth. The camp offers a range of activities including arts, sports, and waterfront activities, all within a Reform Jewish framework.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 11–12

URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 11–12
  • Address: 46 State Line Road, West Stockbridge, MA 01266
  • Phone: (201) 722-0400
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: All prices are in US Dollars. Financial assistance and One Happy Camper grants are available. Non-URJ surcharge may apply.

2 sessions (0 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 16.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 24, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,550
  • Session 2 Jul 26 – Aug 16, 2026 · 4 weeks · $7,100

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on Jewish values
  • Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

  • Non-member surcharge
  • Waitlists for some programs

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member

What ages does URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member accept?
URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member is open to children ages 11–12. 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 Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member cost?
URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member publishes $2,217/week for the standard session. All prices are in US Dollars. Financial assistance and One Happy Camper grants are available. Non-URJ surcharge may apply. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member accredited?
Yes — URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member 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 URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member?
URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member is operated by a faith-based 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 URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member provide lunch?
Yes — URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member 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 Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in West Stockbridge?
URJ Crane Lake Camp - Lower Bonim (Grades 6) - Non-Member is one of 16 overnight/sleepaway camps in West Stockbridge 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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