Camp Butwin

05/08/2026

Still planning your summer? ☀️

There’s still time to make it unforgettable with JCC Day Camps! With flexible one-week camp options available ALL summer long, it’s easy to add adventure, friendships, and fun to your child’s schedule — whether you’re 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 or 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿.

🏕️ Camps for kids entering Grades K–8
📅 June 15 – August 28
🎨 𝗕𝗢𝗡𝗨𝗦: 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝗱 𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗔𝗬 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱-𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗲-𝗱𝘆𝗲 𝘁-𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝘁!

Find your summer at JCC Day Camps.
https://minnesotajcc.org/camps

04/27/2026

☀️ 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲—𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘄𝗶𝗻!

There’s still time to give your child a summer they’ll never forget at Camp Butwin! 🌲

Whether you need a full summer plan or just a few flexible weeks, we’ve got you covered. With 𝗼𝗻𝗲-𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟱 – 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟴, you can build a schedule that fits your family’s needs—no stress, just summer fun.

Set on 𝟴𝟴 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗢’𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗻, Camp Butwin is packed with adventure for kids in grades K–8:

• 🏊 Daily swimming (in a pool!)
• 🛶 Canoeing, fishing & outdoor exploration
• 🧗 Ropes course & horseback riding
• ⚽ Sports, arts & crafts, and more

More than just activities, camp is where kids 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘂𝗻𝗽𝗹𝘂𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲, 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 led by an incredible staff.

✨ 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲. 𝗙𝘂𝗻. 𝗨𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲.
Spots are still open—sign up by the week or for the full session and make this summer one to remember.

👉 Register now before sessions fill!

04/01/2026

Chag Sameach! Wishing you a peaceful and joyous Passover.

03/26/2026

Looking for a summer job that actually 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴?
Join the Minnesota JCC Summer Day Camps as a 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 and help create an inclusive, supportive, and fun camp experience for kids of all abilities.

As a Camper Advocate, you’ll work one-on-one (or in small groups) with campers who need a little extra support—helping them participate in activities, build friendships, and feel confident being themselves.

From swimming and sports to arts & crafts and outdoor adventures, you’ll be right there making camp accessible, meaningful, and unforgettable.

✨ Perfect for students, educators, or anyone passionate about inclusion
✨ Gain hands-on experience and make a real impact
✨ Be part of a supportive, energetic camp community

Ready to make this your most meaningful summer yet? Apply today! https://minnesotajcc.org/about/employment/

03/05/2026

🌲 Big Camp Adventures for Little Campers! ☀️

Entering 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗹𝗹? This summer, let them discover the magic of 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘄𝗶𝗻—where adventure, friendship, and kindness come to life on 88 beautiful wooded acres along Lake O’Brien in Eagan.

✨ 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 will ease into camp life with activities designed just for them—fishing, music, nature, theater, arts & crafts, sports, and Jewish-themed programming—plus extra time for quiet projects and small-group fun as they grow into the camp experience.

🚣 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 build on the excitement with even more adventure, including expanded boating opportunities and the high ropes course, while still enjoying their favorite camp classics.

Every day is filled with canoeing, fishing, outdoor exploration, and new friendships—guided by caring staff and rooted in values like kindness, community, and caring for the earth. And the best part? Campers get the full camp adventure by day and sleep in their own beds at night.

📅 One-week and three-week sessions available.
Spots for our youngest campers fill quickly!

👉 Learn more and enroll today.

Located on 88 wooded acres on the shores of Lake O’Brien in Eagan, Minnesota, Camp Butwin is a day camp that celebrates the great outdoors! Our beautiful lakefront is the perfect place to spend your summers days building relationships, spirit and memories! Ideal for ages 5 to 15, these camps insti...

02/06/2026

🌞 Calling all future Summer Lifeguards - NOW HIRING! 🌞
It’s not too early to apply for the most amazing summer job you’ll ever have — and yes, we mean that.

Join Camp Butwin with the Minnesota JCC and spend your summer:
🦸‍♂️ Being a superhero to campers
🌳 Working outdoors in a fun, high-energy environment
🤝 Making lifelong friendships
🌟 Building leadership skills that last
💰 Earning a competitive salary (over $6,000 for the full summer!)

If you love the water, working with kids, and want a summer that actually means something, this is your sign.

👉 Apply now and make waves this summer! https://minnesotajcc.org/summer-camp-employment/

01/21/2026

⏰ 𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘! 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟯! ⏰
Summer adventures are calling—and this is your final 48 hours to save! Register for 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 to lock in our 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 before it’s gone.
From city-based fun at 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗢𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗶 to classic outdoor adventure at 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗕𝘂𝘁𝘄𝗶𝗻, our day camps give kids grades K–8 (plus CITs grades 9–10) a summer filled with:
🌲 Real adventures
🤝 Real friendships
☀️ Real memories—beyond the screen
With flexible 1- and 3-week sessions, arts & crafts, sports, swimming, horseback riding, canoeing, and more, this is a summer they’ll never forget.
👉 For more info and to register, visit: https://minnesotajcc.org/summer-camp/

01/19/2026

Starting to think about your summer plans? 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗼 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲! Your dream summer job is waiting for you at Camp Olami & Camp Butwin! We are now accepting applications for Summer Camp 2026 - apply today! https://minnesotajcc.org/summer-camp-employment/

01/13/2026

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

From June 15–August 28, 2026, give your child a summer that goes beyond screens and into real-world fun. Our day camps for grades K–8 and CIT programs for grades 9–10 offer hands-on adventures in both city settings and peaceful lakeside locations—designed for kids to grow, make friends, and try something new. Plus, Camp 2026 brings more flexibility than ever! https://minnesotajcc.org/summer-camp/

01/05/2026

🌞 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀—𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂! 🌞

Registration for 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘁 𝟵:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠—exclusively for our returning families 🎉

This early access is our thank-you for being part of our camp community, so be sure to 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸.

From June 15–August 28, 2026, give your child a summer that goes beyond screens and into real-world fun. Our day camps for grades K–8 and CIT programs for grades 9–10 offer hands-on adventures in both city settings and peaceful lakeside locations—designed for kids to grow, make friends, and try something new. Plus, Camp 2026 brings more flexibility than ever!

⏰ Set your reminder for 𝟵 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 and take advantage of this returning-family benefit.
👉 Learn more and register: https://minnesotajcc.org/summer-camp/

12/23/2025

𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿! 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗼!

Give your child a summer beyond the screen. Our day camps for grades K–8 (and CIT programs for grades 9–10) invite campers to step into real-life adventure—whether in the heart of the city or beside a quiet lake—where they can explore, connect, and thrive. Camps 2026 will offer more flexibility than ever!

🎒 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀:
➡️ Returning Families: January 6 @ 9 AM
💰 Save $25 per session when you register by January 12

➡️ New Families: January 13 @ 9 AM
💰 Save $25 per session when you register by January 23

Spots fill quickly—set your reminder and be ready! https://minnesotajcc.org/summer-camp/