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1 Discover Camp Ramah Darom Create Explore Connect Engage Grow ramahdarom.org

2 Discover Discover Create Explore Connect Engage Grow Create Explore Connect Engage Grow Discover Camp Ramah Darom Geoff Menkowitz Director We re thrilled you have come to explore Camp Ramah Darom. Welcome to a place where laughter abounds, where friendships are formed, where everyone is welcome, and where each day brings new opportunities to celebrate Jewish life. Welcome to Ramah Darom, the Ramah of the South. Since 1997, we have watched children grow from timid first-time campers into confident young adults who are now becoming leaders in their own communities. Ramah Darom is a place where children have fun, learn new skills, gain independence and build lifelong friendships. In this space, campers from the Southeast join together with staff members from around the United States and Israel to create an exceptional Jewish community. I look forward to meeting your camper this summer and becoming your partner in nurturing their growth. See you at Ramah Darom! Escape the heat of the city and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Just two hours from Atlanta, Georgia, Camp Ramah Darom is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounded by the Chattahoochee National Forest. Here, we bring together a diverse community of talented, experienced staff, offer outstanding athletics and arts programs, and infuse a love of Israeli culture and Jewish heritage into everything we do. Our beautiful 122-acre campus, state-ofthe-art facility, modern cabins, and delicious kosher food are the backdrop to a summer of laughter and learning, friendship and fun. Ramah Darom is an inclusive environment that feels like home. Guided by caring role models, children are challenged to reach new heights, supported in their growth, and afforded opportunities to pursue their interests and dreams.

3 Taste of Ramah A 12-day program for first-time, rising 3 rd -5 th grader, campers. ramahdarom.org/taste Taste is a perfect way to introduce new campers to the magic of Camp Ramah Darom. During these 12-day sessions, young campers are eased into the rhythms of camp life, while learning independent living skills and building self-confidence, so they are prepared for the full camp experience the following summer. Once they ve had a Taste of Ramah, campers are eager to come back for more! Summer Offerings Inclusion is more than a program; at Camp Ramah Darom, inclusion is a way of living! Climb a rock wall, score a goal, create a masterpiece, swing from a tower, act on stage, hike to a waterfall, strum a guitar, and celebrate Shabbat surrounded by your camp family. Whether you choose to come for a taste or spend the whole summer, we promise you days and nights filled with adventure and fun, rooted in a strong foundation of Jewish learning. 4 & 8 Week Sessions For rising 3 rd -10 th graders Rachel Dobbs Schwartz Assistant Director Taste Of Ramah A 12-day program for rising 3 rd -5 th graders It s not WHAT we offer at Ramah Darom, it is HOW it is offered, that sets us apart. Our campers learn to appreciate that Judaism is a path to know oneself, to be a better person, and to live in a way that promotes social, emotional and spiritual development. I know because I grew up here myself, and I can t wait to share the magic with your family! Tikvah Support Program 2, 4 and 8 week support for rising 6 th -12 th graders Family Camp For families with children under 10 Gesher LDI Leadership Development Institute for returning, rising10 th graders Camp Yofi For children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their family Tikvah Support Program 2, 4 and 8 week support for rising 6th-12th graders with neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome, Intellectual Disability, and Communication Disorder. ramahdarom.org/tikvah Dr. Audra Kaplan Tikvah Support Program & Camper Care Director Unique Tikvah Support Our goal is to help your child have a positive camp experience, try new things and be a part of a vibrant Jewish community they can call their own. I look forward to working with your family to make sure your child s needs are supported so they can thrive in our inclusive community. Highly skilled college and graduate-level staff trained to work with campers with disabilities, supervised by professionals in the field Individualized programming Modified schedule with minimized transitions and extended rest/recovery time Use of visual cues, schedules and cabin rules Low camper to counselor ratio Smaller cabin groupings available Designated spaces for sensory breaks Nurturing non-competitive environment Thorough preparation, including Social Stories, provided prior to camp

4 1 Day at Camp = a Lifetime of Memories! we mp turn back Daily activities differ based on each camper s interests and there s always something new to explore. the clocks and cre Camp d create Ramah Darom 7:30am: Morning Prayer (Tefilah) 8:30am: Breakfast (Aruchat Boker) 9:30am Cabin Clean-up (Nikayon) 10:15am: Sports (Sport) At camp we turn back the clocks and create our own camp world, immersed in nature and Jewish community. y Jewish commun com mersed in nature and Ramah Summers Offer Athletics: Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Volleyball, Archery, Tennis, Hockey, Fitness, Martial Arts, Yoga, Flag Football, Dancing, Ninja Course. Aquatics: Lake and Pool, Water Sports, Swim Instruction, Paddle Board, Blob, Canoes, Kayaks, Water Skiing. Art: Ceramics Painting, Woodworking, Knitting, Jewelry, Puppetry, Glass Blowing. Nature: Organic Gardening, Farming, Animal Care, Outdoor Cooking. Adventure: Hiking, Biking, Climbing, Camping, Alpine Tower, High Ropes Course, Backpacking. Music: Guitar, Bass, Drums, Band, Ukulele, Singing. Israeli Culture: Dancing, Singing, Hebrew Language. Jewish Living and Learning and so much more! For a complete list of all our activities, adventures and offerings, visit ramahdarom.org/camp 11:05am: Camper s Choice (Chug Aleph) 12:05pm: Hebrew Immersion Games (Ivrit) 1:00pm: Lunch (Aruchat Tzohorayim) 2:00pm: Rest Time (Sha at Menucha) 2:45pm: Water Fun (Mayim) 3:55pm: Judaics (Yahadut) 4:40pm: Camper s Choice (Chug Bet) 5:25pm: Free-Time (Zman Chofshi) 6:45pm: Dinner (Aruchat Erev) 7:45pm: Evening Programs (Peulat Erev)

5 Summer Family Camp All the fun of camp with the whole family. Our 5-day, 4-night summer family camps are perfectly suited for families with children under 10 years old. ramahdarom.org/summer-family Ramah Darom is for families too! Family Camp is a chance to enjoy a meaningful family vacation and take Camp for a test drive. Our Summer Family Camp is offered while camp is in session so families can see what Ramah Darom is all about, meet our amazing staff and participate in fun camp activities. At Family Camp you enjoy delicious meals, roast marshmallows while singing by the camp fire, challenge yourself on the ropes course, jump in the lake, create a masterpiece and experience a true Ramah Darom Shabbat like a camper! Family experiences at Ramah Darom come in many shapes, sizes and styles. Year-Round Programs Throughout the year, the Kaplan Mitchell Retreat Center at Ramah Darom hosts thousands of people for a variety of Jewish living and learning experiences. These programs offer an incredible opportunity to explore what Judaism means to you, and further your passions and interests through a Jewish lens. Our inclusive culture makes everyone feel at home, while enjoying new ways of thinking and learning about Judaism and community. Below is a sampling of our year-round programs. Please visit our website for a full listing and the most up-to-date information. Limmud A Ramah Darom & Limmud Atlanta + Southeast program filled with learning, connecting and exploring Judaism. Book It To Shabbat A Ramah Darom & PJ Library fun-filled retreat for families with children, from newborn to age 10. Jewish Women s Getaway A women-only retreat designed to relax your mind, rejuvenate your body, and fill your spirit. Camp Yofi A nationally-recognized, one-of-a-kind nd program for Jewish families with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder between een the ages of 6 and 13. ramahdarom.org/yofi Space is limited to 25 families for this 5-day, 4-night program and registrants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. I still can t quite put into words what Camp Yofi meant to me. It s a place where you feel like you truly belong. Those of us in the special needs world understand how rare that is. We were definitely a part of something bigger than ourselves. -Yofi Camper Mom Winter Break Family Camp A stress-free family vacation, Farm 2 Table Tu B Shevat A weekend of learning, gardening, Passover Retreat An all-inclusive, kosher for Passover, with a Shabbat celebration, rockin cooking, and delicious locally New Year s Eve and so much more! sourced meals. holiday retreat. meaningful, fun, and relaxing holiday retreat. Ramah Darom has always been a magical experience for our family. We come together from so many places and with so many generations, but we always find something unique to do in this extraordinary environment... -Passover Retreat Participant ramahdarom.org/year-round

6 About Us Ramah Darom offers year-round, experiential, inclusive programs for all ages, from summer camp and family camps to multi-generational retreats. Our beautiful 122-acre campus, just two hours from Atlanta, is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounded by the Chattahoochee National Forest. Ramah Darom s world class amenities, top-notch accommodations, delicious food, and dedicated staff have made us a camp and retreat center that s second to none. But it s our heart and soul that make Ramah Darom a magical place, one that leaves a mark on all who spend time here. a The program exceeded our expectations and we were thrilled that he returned home wanting to go back to camp next summer. He made friends, tried many new activities, and we were thrilled that he felt part of a community. -Tikvah Supported Camper Parent I love how comfortable my children are at camp and feel they can just be themselves. -Camper Parent My daughter came home loving being Jewish and she can t wait to go back to camp next summer! -First-Time Camper Dad Se Sending ng our children to Ramah Darom was the best decision we ever made. -Camp Alumni Parent Questions? Travel? Camper/Counselor Ratio? Staff Training? Nutrition? Safety? Kashrut? Medical Care? Visit us on-line, find your answers or request more information. ramahdarom.org

7 Tears were shooting straight out of her eyes as she said goodbye to her friends. It was perfect! That s exactly why we sent her! Lifelong friendships and a love for Jewish camp. -Camper Parent Learn about all that Ramah Darom offers: Camp Ramah Darom, year-round programs and rental opportunities at ramahdarom.org Atlanta Office: 6400 Powers Ferry Road, Suite 215, Atlanta, GA Clayton Campus: 70 Darom Lane, Clayton, GA Exceptional experiences in Jewish living and learning for youth, adults, families and communities.