Midwest Camp

Chicago, IL

September 11-13, 2020

What to Expect

Activites

Activities

Camp Nai Nai Nai is a choose your own adventure experience. Each day we’ll offer a variety of creative (and unusual) playshops from which you can choose — or opt out. We call our activities “Playshops” because there is no “work” at Camp Nai Nai Nai, and you’re encouraged to pursue your interests, indulge your curiosity, and try something new. Below is a small sample of the many, many activities planned for camp:

Accommodations

CAMP CABINS

Cabins sleep up to 10 campers and include bunk beds with linens, bathrooms, and storage space.
Campers can choose to be in a boys-only, girls-only, or co-ed “genderful” cabin.
If you are coming with friends, we will do our best to accommodate your roommate requests, which you can be indicate on the registration form.

TENT VILLAGE

The Tent Village is great for those who really want to connect with the great outdoors, be away from the bustle of camp, and have their own personal space.
Campers are responsible for bringing their own tent.
Tents will be pitched on wooden platforms that include electricity outlets, with bathrooms nearby.

PRIVATE ROOM

Campers have the option of upgrading to a private room for extra comfort.
Each hotel-style room has a private bathroom and two Queen beds.
A private room may be booked for one or two campers; rate is per person.

Food

This won’t be your typical camp food! Our camp chefs work hard to create menus that are filled with healthy, diverse menus that are super tasty to boot! We’ll have meals that are a twist on old camp classics, but with upgrades for our adult palettes.

At Camp Nai Nai Nai East all meals and snacks are Glatt Kosher. Our culinary team will work with each camper to ensure that any dietary restrictions are accounted for. Gluten-free? No problem. Not so great with dairy? You’ll be great with the options at camp! You’ll have the opportunity to indicate your dietary restrictions when completing your registration form and if we have any questions for you, we’ll be in touch ahead of camp so we can make sure you’re well taken care of during the weekend.

Programs

The best part of camp is the people. From color war to storytelling ‘round the campfire to dance parties, our daily camp-wide programs will bring us together for memorable community moments. There is a fun, and possibly wacky, camp program planned for each evening.

One of the highlights is a camp-wide festival, where we’ll dance, chill, eat, drink, and celebrate. Explore the featured carnival activities with your friends such as live music, a 3D photo booth, lawn games, face-painting, glow in the dark things, inflatables, and plenty of drinks and snacks.

Staff

Camp Counselors

Camp Counselors help you figure out the ins and outs of camp, introduce you to fellow campers through wacky games, lead activities during the day, and make sure you’re having an amazing time at night. Our counselors are active members of their own local Jewish communities, as Moishe House residents or MHWOW hosts, so when you’re back from camp you’ll have ample opportunities to stay in touch!

Camp Specialists

Camp Specialists are outstanding Jewish educators who come from all over the country to lead our activities and programs, using their unique passion (be it dance, art, theater science, singing, or yoga) to explore Jewish identity, build Jewish community, and demonstrate that there are many ways to NAI!

Come back soon to see who will be joining us this year!

Core Camp Team

Lisa Klig, Camp Director

Charades, podcasts, hiking, and cat gifs.

lisa.klig@campnainainai.org

Kristen Corradeno, Camp Coordinator

Ravenclaw, cosplay, video editing, Starbucks.

kristen.corradeno@moishehouse.org

Roey Kruvi, Sr. Director of Immersive Experiences

Surf, travel, read, repeat.

seeyou@campnainainai.org

Transportation

GETTING TO CAMP

Camp Nai Nai Nai East is based at Capital Camps & Retreat Center in Waynesboro, PA. Though you’re close to the outside world, the rolling Catoctin Mountains, sprawling open fields, and starry skies will fool you otherwise.

1.5 hours from DC | 1.5 hours from Baltimore | 3 hours from Philadelphia | 3.5 hours from Pittsburgh | 4 hours from NYC

Arrival and check-in at camp is on Friday 2:00-4:00 PM. Don’t be late – once everyone arrives, we’ll be closing the camp gate for the weekend! On Monday, campers can expect to depart from camp on around 12 PM. Transportation is not included in the registration cost but below are several great options!

Camp Bus

Ride to camp in style on one of our camp buses. Kick back and relax for a stress-free ride to camp, or start the party early and get to know your fellow campers en route to camp. Buses will be provided from three departure points:

NYC – Midtown Manhattan – 10:00 AM departure
DC – Historic Downtown – 12:30 PM departure
Baltimore – BWI Airport – 1:30 PM departure

Confirmation of all meeting points and specific instructions will be sent directly to travelers in advance of camp. Times and locations are subject to change.

Parking Pass

If you prefer to drive with friends or want flexibility in timing, grab yourself a parking pass! Parking is limited, so all parking passes must be purchased prior to camp. If you do not purchase your parking pass and show up to camp without one, we cannot guarantee parking will be available or you will have to pay an additional fee for last minute parking. Please do not drive to camp without purchasing a parking pass for your car.

CARPOOLING

Need a ride or have a few empty seats in your car? We’ll send out a ride-sharing document prior to camp to help campers share the journey. Plus, you’ll help contribute to an environmentally friendly experience by limiting the number of cars on the road and lessening our carbon-footprint.

Brought to you by

Founded in 2006, Moishe House started when four Jewish 20-somethings began hosting Shabbat dinners in Oakland, California, for their friends and networks. Through the support of several early funders and a snowballing interest from Jewish communities, we have become a global leader of Jewish life for young adults. Our model trains, supports and empowers these leaders as they create meaningful experiences in their local communities for themselves and their peers by engaging 60,000+ unique participants in 25+ countries on an annual basis.