Camp Info for 2026

BREAKING NEWS:
Window a/c units will be installed in all camper and staff cabins for summer 2026. The cabins are not insulated, so please don’t expect a frosty cold experience, but the a/c units should help mitigate the heat. We still recommend clip-on fans for the bunk beds, as well as warm blankets for the inevitable few cold nights that we get at camp.

Random info about canteen because why not:

Canteen items will all cost between approximately $1.00 and $4.00. No hot food is served at canteen. A variety of options are available, including the following:
String cheese
NuGo protein bars
Gatorade
Snapple (Kiwi-Strawberry is the best, no matter what the canteen staff try to tell you!)
Coke, Sprite, Dr.Pepper, etc
Bottled water
Kleins ice cream treats - pareve and dairy options
Chips
Pretzels
Candy

FIRST HALF: Tuesday June 30-Monday July 27, 2026
SECOND HALF: Tuesday July 28-Tuesday Aug.18, 2026

Campers coming out of 5th through 11th grades are welcome to apply.

Camp address:
Watonka Outdoor Facilities
328 Wangum Falls Rd.
Hawley, PA 18428

2026 Camper Handbook

A reminder that our dress code includes tops that cover the elbows and collarbone, and skirts that cover the knees. Campers may choose to wear tights, knee socks, or short socks that cover the ankle. Only natural hair colours are permitted. We know that not everyone has the same dress code in their homes and/or schools as we do at camp, but we do ask that all campers abide by our dress code. Oversized t-shirts are NOT permitted unless accompanied by appropriate layering.

Laundry will be sent out weekly during camp.

2026 PACKING LIST 

 Clothing

 ☐ 7–8 weekday outfits + extra socks and underwear
☐ 2–4 Shabbos outfits
☐ 2 pairs of pajamas
☐ Sneakers
☐ Shabbos shoes
☐ Rain boots
☐ Sweatshirt for cold nights
☐ Tznius swimwear / one-piece / two-piece (no midriff exposed)
☐ Cover-up for walking to/from the lake
☐ Black shirt and skirt (for performances, if applicable)
☐ Leggings for outdoor and/or dance activities

Bedding

 ☐ Pillow
☐ Sleeping bag OR sheets and blanket
☐ Extra linens (if staying all summer)
☐ 2–3 towels and washcloths

Toiletries

 ☐ Shampoo & conditioner
☐ Body wash
☐ Deodorant
☐ Toothbrush & toothpaste
☐ Hair brush
☐ Nail clippers
☐ Sunscreen

Miscellaneous

 ☐ Large reusable water bottle
☐ Flashlight
☐ Watch
☐ Siddur
☐ Laundry bag
☐ Notebook and writing utensils

Optional

 ☐ Clip-on fan
☐ Books
☐ Games
☐ Earplugs
☐ Slippers
☐ Snacks (not too many!)
☐ Stuffed animals
☐ Other small fun items

NOTE: Packing Lists for specific majors and electives will be sent out prior to camp.

**If you are coming first half, please bring enough clothes to get through the 9 Days, including erev Rosh Chodesh Av and the day after Tisha b’Av!