Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–9 · $2,275/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–9

Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2

Wingdale, NY · $2,275/week

A second 4-week Jewish overnight camp program for a taste of the full Ramah experience.

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Ramah in the Berkshires loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2024, confirming adherence to over 200 health and safety standards. The camp, founded by Rabbi Judah Nadich, has been operating for 70 years, indicating a strong history and established program. It is a nonprofit organization, part of the National Ramah Commission. The camp explicitly states on its 'Staff' page that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 179 reviews, with many parents praising the strong Jewish community, caring staff, and positive impact on their children. The program is an overnight camp, offering various sessions for different age groups, including the Ta'am program for younger campers.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–9

Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 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
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–9
  • Address: PO Box 515, Wingdale, NY 12594-0515
  • Phone: (845) 832-6622
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tuition for the 4-week session is $9,100. This does not include a mandatory luggage fee of ~$350.

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 27 to Aug 9.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Ta'am 2 - Two Weeks Jul 27 – Aug 9, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,550

↗ What parents like

  • Mid-length session option
  • Focus on Jewish life and community
  • Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

  • Mandatory luggage and transportation fees
  • Strict medication policy

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2

What ages does Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 accept?
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 is open to children ages 8–9. 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 Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 cost?
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 publishes $2,275/week for the standard session. Tuition for the 4-week session is $9,100. This does not include a mandatory luggage fee of ~$350. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 accredited?
Yes — Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2?
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 70 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 Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 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.
Does Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 offer transportation?
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
How does Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Wingdale?
Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - Ta'am 2 is one of 14 overnight/sleepaway camps in Wingdale 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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