Gan Israel is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. Gan Israel enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities.
 
Many a child has been known to wait all year to come back to Gan Israel! Campers enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a warm and vivacious atmosphere.
 
Our kiddie camp offers a wonderful opportunity for youngsters 3-6 to have their first experience in a real summer camp. The children are guided in organized activity, play & social skills by loving, patient and caring staff who have lots of camp experience. Our kiddies are growing fast, this is the place to be!  
        
Our camp site, contains beautiful facilities, well suited to a full program of sports, games, crafts  and other enriching camp activities. Our experienced staffers work to develop skills, confidence and a sense of fair play within each child.

This website will provide you with all necessary information regarding camp. However if you have any concerns, questions or suggestions, please feel free to call.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Chana Lieblich
Camp Director

More About Our Camp

 
   

“No one puts more care into the care of your child.”

Gan Israel is much more than a physical break from the school routine and winter activities. It’s a comprehensive program designed to strengthen the body and soul. It provides your child with a rich and wholesome summer vacation of fun and excitement along with friendship and meaningful educational experiences. 

Staff

Child development is the most significant ingredient in a healthy camp experience. This is why our staff is the real secret to our success. Our experienced counselors are known for their personal warmth and ability to care for each child as an individual. Each counselor is a role model for our children, promising them friendship which will last forever! Their love for the children is surpassed only by the children’s love for them.

Culture
Gan Israel campers are imbued with a deep sense of pride in their Jewish heritage and a love for the land of Israel. Weekly Judaic themes are taught through exciting activities, stories, songs, games and contests, which are part of the unique Gan Israel experience. Combined with group discussions and educational programs, these events bring to life the beauty and values of our tradition. 
 
Activities & Special Events
Our weekly program is enhanced with, games, dress-up days, color war, bunk competition, Shabbos parties, Challah baking, and .. oh... so much more. Under the direction of our experienced counselors, campers will have the opportunity to design and take home some wonderful Judaica projects.

Trips On The Go
Gan Israel’s “Trip Days”, geared to the children’s interests, are scheduled a few times a week and feature excursions to many local attractions.

Camp Facility

 
     

Our campsite, located at Chabad of Wilmington is uniquely suited for a great camp experience. The spacious indoor and outdoor facilities will enable us to provide campers with summer fun, whatever the weather outside. A pre-school playground, playing fields, and air-conditioned bunks and common areas all add to the Camp Gan Israel summer experience.