Basic Camp Information & Important Dates

About Bernie Camp

Bernie Camp creates a fun and welcoming community fostering a deep sense of belonging and connection with Jewish values in every camper and staff member.

We provide a nurturing, enriched day camp experience that celebrates the vitality of childhood. Here, every camper and staff member feels a deep sense of belonging to our community and our Jewish values. Campers build community and personal integrity through group activities, challenges, sports, arts, swimming, Jewish identity, and cultural exposure. Bernie camp is a revolving door, where campers form meaningful, lifelong connections; carry the values of camp home with them; return to give back to camp, and develop professionally as young adults. Join our Bernie Camp community for an unforgettable camp experience. Bernie Camp is for children entering 1-10 grade, with different group options depending on grade. 

Basic Camp Information:

• Bernie Camp runs 11 weeks: June 7 - August 20, 2021
• Camp is offered in three sessions as follows: Session 1 (June 7 - July 2); Session 2 (July 5 - 30); Session 3 (August 2 - 20)
• Bernie Camp is divided into groups organized by rising grade and focus activities
• Descriptions of each camp group are provided in the Camp Guide
• Bernie Camp Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday - Thursday; 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM on Friday
• Extended Care is available on a limited basis. Extended Care hours are 7:30 - 8:00 AM and 4:00 - 6:00 PM Monday - Thursday;  7:30 - 8:00 AM and 3:00 - 6:00 PM on Fridays
• Drop Off & Pick Up is on the JCC campus

• Immunization Policy: Bernie Camp requires a copy of each camper’s current immunization records as well as a completed Health Form prior to beginning camp

• Remember, Bernie Campers must be entering 1st grade or above. For younger campers (ages 2 by September 1, 2021 through Kindergarten), please see Camp K’Ton Ton options

IMPORTANT DATES 2021

• March 15 – Registration opens for families currently enrolled in JCC programs
• March 22 - JCC Member Registration
• April 5 - Public Registration
• May 15, 5 PM – Change Deadline for June Session – No June cancellations or refunds after 5 PM
• May 20 - Fees Due for June Session
• June 15, 5 PM – Change Deadline for July Session – No July cancellations or refunds after 5 PM
• June 20 - Fees Due for July Session
• July 15, 5 PM – Change Deadline for August Session – No August cancellations or refunds after 5 PM
• July 20 - Fees Due for August Session

Summer Camp Forms

Parents, please note the following:

• Each camper must have a Health Form submitted before Summer Camp begins
• If your camper has medication that needs to be administered during the course of the day, a Bernie Camp Medication Form must be submitted before Summer Camp begins
• If you need to change/add sessions, please contact

Inclusion & Special Needs

The JCC supports the participation of children with special needs in our inclusive camp program. It is beneficial for all children to have the chance to socialize with each other as friends and campers. In order to provide a safe and rewarding experience for all campers, children with special needs will be required to meet with Camp Directors prior to registration. This meeting will address camper's individual needs and appropriate accommodations. Families may also be required to provide additional documentation.

Space in our inclusion program is limited.

An additional fee of $150 is assessed to campers with special needs to make these accommodations.

For more information, to schedule the intake meeting, or if you are uncertain if your child would qualify, please contact:

Camp K’Ton Ton: Teresa Cereska , ECC Director 801-581-0097 ext. 140

Bernie Camp: Charlotte Dubiel, Youth & Teen Director 801-581-0098 ext. 116

Extended Care

To meet the needs of working families, we offer supervised early-morning and late-afternoon care for Bernie Campers at the JCC. Space is limited so you must sign up for Extended Care when you register. 

AM Extended: Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 8:00 AM

PRICES PER SESSION:

JCC Member: 

• Session 1 (June 7 - July 2): $60
• Session 2 (July 5 - July 30): $60
• Session 3 (August 2 - August 20): $45

Public:

• Session 1 (June 7 - July 2): $90
• Session 2 (July 5 - July 30): $90
• Session 3 (August 2 - August 20): $70

PM Extended: Monday - Thursday, 4:00 - 6:00 PM // Friday 3:00 - 6:00 PM

PRICES PER SESSION

JCC Member: 

• Session 1 (June 7 - July 2): $400
• Session 2 (July 5 - July 30): $400
• Session 3 (August 2 - August 20): $300

Public:

• Session 1 (June 7- July 2): $600
• Session 2 (July 5 - July 30): $600
• Session 3 (August 2 - August 20) $450