When is this happening?
Friday, August 15 – Sunday, August 17 at camp.
We are looking forward to honoring Estelle Gomolka on Sunday, August 17 for 50 Years at Camp Yavneh!
Please plan to arrive at camp on Friday between 2-4pm. Programming on Sunday will conclude by 3pm.
The full schedule for the weekend will be sent to you in the late spring.
Get ready for a weekend filled with cherished camp traditions like ReLiSH, Shabbos ball, Havdallah, and rikudei am. The agam will be open for free swim and your favorite jams will be playing in the chadar ochel!
How much does this cost?
Cost depends on which housing option you select. Pricing is per person:
| Early Bird Pricing (until March 31) | Regular Pricing (After April 1) | |
| Private Bunk/ Room | ||
| Adult (Age 14+) | $400 | $450 |
| Child (Age 5-13) | $200 | $250 |
| Children under 5 | Free | Free |
| Shared Bunk | ||
| Adult (Age 14+) | $280 | $330 |
| Child (Age 5-13) | $150 | $200 |
| Children under 5 | Free | Free |
What are the housing options available?
There are two housing options to choose from: private and shared. Private housing is a room in one of the staff housing facilities (e.g. Ben Zakai, The White House, Carmel, etc.) or an entire bunk to yourself. Shared housing means you’ll be assigned a bunk that you’ll share with others, like being back at camp!. For those who elect shared housing, we’ll make every effort to group you with your friends – there is a place in the registration form where you can indicate who you’d like to share a bunk with. Cost information for private vs shared is displayed above.
Payment / Refund Schedule & Fees
Space is limited. Registration is first come, first served.
Upon registering, you will be charged a $50 deposit. There is a 2.9% credit card fee for your registration balance which will be process on March 31. All credit cards will be charged on March 31, 2025 unless we recieve a check prior to that date. Checks can be mailed to Camp Yavneh, 321 Walnut St., #460, Newton, MA 02460.
Please keep the following dates in mind should you need to cancel your registration.
May 31, 2025 – Last chance to cancel your registration with no penalty. An admin fee of $50 will be charged.
June 1-30 2025 – 50% of the registration fee will be refunded to you.
July 1-31, 2025 – 25% of the registration fee will be refunded to you.
August 1, 2025 – No refunds will be given after this date.
What’s included in the cost?
All the essentials for the entire weekend are included: food, housing, childcare (more on that below), activities, and camp swag.
You’ll also be included in the event on Sunday honoring Estelle Gomolka for 50 years at Yavneh. No need to register separately for that!
What childcare/kid’s programming can I expect?
Throughout the weekend, there is a mix of programming for families together and time dedicated to separate programming for kids and adults. Family programming will be available throughout the weekend for children ages 2-14. More details on the schedule will be sent to those who registered with children.
Can I bring my pet?
Shared Housing
Shared bunks will be separated by gender in one or more bunk, depending on the numbers. Bunks will only be shared with other adults, not childen/families, unless you request otherwise.
WiFi
There is working wifi in all adult housing rooms, but not in the bunks
What if I only want to come on Sunday?
The Estellebration on Sunday, August 17, honoring Estelle Gomolka for 50 years at Yavneh will be open to the larger community. You can register using this link. The program will be from about 10am-3pm on Sunday.
Packing List
- Yavneh provides sheets, pillows, a light blanket, and one towel per person
- Suggested things to bring: beach towels, blankets/sleeping bags
Important Essentials to Pack:
- Heavy blankets or sleeping bags
- Beach towels
- Toiletries
- Sunscreen, bug spray, flashlight, water bottles
- Bathing suit(s)
- Rain boots, raincoat, umbrella
- Sneakers and socks
- Sweatshirts and a warm jacket.
The weather can be unpredictable. We suggest you pack clothing and pajamas for both hot and cold weather. Please bring appropriate footwear for different weather as well.
Families are advised to bring their own pack + play and booster.
- If you need to borrow any of these from camp, please email Zvi by July 31 so he can check the inventory (zvi@campyavneh.org).
Optional:
- Games, toys, sports equipment
- Kippot, tallit, tefillin, if this is your custom
- Musical Instruments
- Yoga Mat
- Fan
- Beach Chairs