Alumni Weekend 2024
Friday, July 26 @ 4:00pm –
Sunday, July 28 @ 11:00am
Join us for a weekend of Camp Chi magic! Reconnect and reminisce with camp friends for a Shabbat weekend during 2nd Session. Enjoy a family-friendly weekend of camp activities and traditions, sing-a-longs at Song Session, and campfires to relive your Chi traditions.
Lodging
Due to an increased 2nd session camper population this year, we are not able to house alumni on campus this summer. For your convenience, here are some recommended hotels in the Wisconsin Dells.
Great Wolf Lodge
1400 Great Wolf Dr., Baraboo, WI
$200 per night (pre-tax and fees), Family Suite, Balcony/Patio
Reservations: (800) 559-9653, please reference Block Code 2406JCHI
Mount Olympus Resort
655 N. Frontage Rd., Wisconsin Dells, WI
Reservations: Call Vanessa at (800) 800-4997, ext. 5891
La Quinta
444 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy S., Lake Delton, WI
$219 per night (pre-tax), standard room with 2 queen beds
Reservations: Book directly on their website or call (888) 312-2399.
AVID
1273 Kalahari Dr., Baraboo, WI
$209 per night (pre-tax), standard room with 2 queen beds
Reservations: Book directly on their website or call (608) 404-7600.
Pricing
Choose the Pass that Works for You
Weekend Pass
Adult Pass (21+): $175
- Includes all weekend activities and 4 Meals (Friday Night Shabbat Dinner, Saturday Lunch, Saturday BBQ & Alumni Schmooze, and Sunday Breakfast)
- Includes 2 drink tickets for Friday Alumni Campfire and Saturday Alumni Schmooze
Child Pass (ages 3-17): $60
- For children ages 3-17 attending Alumni Weekend with their families
- Includes all weekend activities and 4 Meals (Friday Night Shabbat Dinner, Saturday Lunch, Saturday BBQ & Alumni Schmooze, and Sunday Breakfast)
Saturday Only
Adult Pass (21+): $125
- Includes all Saturday activities and 2 meals (Saturday Lunch and Saturday BBQ & Alumni Schmooze)
- Includes 2 drink tickets for Saturday Alumni Schmooze
Child Pass (ages 3-17): $50
- For children ages 3-17 attending Alumni Weekend with their families
- Includes all Saturday activities and 2 meals (Saturday Lunch and Saturday BBQ & Alumni Schmooze)
SIT Young Alumni Saturday Pass
For SIT Alumni ages 18-20: $36
- For SIT Alumni under age 21
- Includes SIT/Staff Volleyball Game & SIT Campfire
- Does NOT include meals; SIT Alumni passholders must leave campus between
Volleyball Game and SIT Campfire
Per camp policy, anyone under the age of 18 is considered a minor and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Registration has CLOSED! Any questions? Please contact Rebecca Lenkiewicz.
Alumni Weekend Schedule
Friday, July 26
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4-5pm | Check-In | Perlstein |
| 5:45pm | Schmooze | Basketball Court |
| 6pm | Shabbat Services | Ampitheater |
| 6:45pm | Dinner | Main Dining Hall/Picnic Grove |
| 9pm | Song Session | Noar Deck |
| 10-11:30pm | Alumni Campfire | Perlstein Firepit |
Saturday, July 27
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9am | Check-In | Perlstein |
| 10-11:45am | Activities* & Tours** | Locations Vary |
| *Advance registration required for Archery, Cove, Perlstein Pool, Mini Golf. Art Center & Athletic Field Open to All. **Tours depart from Perlstein Deck. |
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| 10-10:45am | Activity I | Locations Vary |
| 11-11:45am | Activity II | Locations Vary |
| 12pm | Lunch | Main Dining Hall |
| 1pm | Rest Hour & Volleyball Warm-Up | Athletic Field |
| 2-3:30pm | SIT/Staff Volleyball Game | Athletic Field |
| 3:45-5:15pm | Canteen & Free Time* | Teri's Canteen |
| *Canteen open until 4:45pm. Free time to relax & change for BBQ. | ||
| 5:30pm | BBQ Dinner | The Cove |
| 7pm | Alumni Schmooze | Perlstein Deck |
| 8:30-9:30pm | All-Camp Havdalah | Ampitheater |
| 10pm | SIT Campfire (SIT Alumni Only) | Athletic Field by the Rock Wall |
Sunday, July 28
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30-10:30am | Breakfast | Main Dining Hall |
| 10:30am | Goodbyes | Perlstein |
| 11am | All Alumni Depart | Perlstein |
FAQs
Payment is due in full at the time of registration. All fees are non-transferable. In the event of a cancellation on or before Friday, July 19, 2024, fees are 50% refundable. After Friday, July 19, 2024 all fees are non-refundable.
The Perlstein dining room is Kosher, under the supervision of the Chicago Rabbinical Council. Salad bar, fruit and soy butter and jelly are also available at all meals, as well as vegetarian options. Alumni weekend will include the following meals:
Friday: Shabbat Dinner
Saturday: Lunch, BBQ Dinner, & Alumni Schmooze
Sunday: Breakfast
Registration after Friday, July 5, is based on availability. Please contact Rebecca Lenkiewicz, Donor Engagement Manager, at rlenkiewicz@jccchicago.org for additional information.
Check In is from 4-5pm on Friday, July 26, at the Perlstein Office. If you anticipate arriving after 5pm, please notify Rebecca Lenkiewicz, Donor Engagement Manager, at rlenkiewicz@jccchicago.org so that we can accommodate you.
All Alumni must depart Camp Chi no later than 11am on Sunday, July 28.
Please plan for your own transportation. All guests should plan to arrive and depart from Perlstein throughout the weekend, and park at the Perlstein parking lot.
Perlstein Retreat Center’s address:
S1301 Clara Ave
Lake Delton, WI 53940
Please see below for a recommended packing list for each individual. We are not responsible for clothing or items that are lost or damaged. Please bring your own beach towels for the pool, Cove, and Lake Delton activities.
- 4 changes of underwear and socks
- 2 pairs of jeans/sweatpants
- 1 pajamas
- 4 shorts
- 1 sweatshirt, fleece or jacket for evenings
- 4 short sleeve t-shirts
- 1 long sleeve t-shirt
- Rain poncho or jacket
- 2 pairs of shoes (sandals and gym shoes)
- 1 pair of shower shoes (can be inexpensive flip flops)
- 2 swimsuits
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Flashlight
- Beach towel
- Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant, etc.)
- Blanket
- Reusable water bottle
Please note: Knives or any weapons of any kind are not allowed on Camp Chi and Perlstein property under any circumstances. We thank all Alumni for your cooperation.
To best accommodate our campers and guests throughout the weekend, please leave all furry friends at home.
No smoking is permitted on Camp Chi grounds or at Perlstein. We appreciate your cooperation.
Wireless internet is available near the front office of Camp Chi and throughout the Perlstein Retreat Center. Please note that access can be spotty based on bandwidth capability.
To attend the SIT BBQ, you must register for a Saturday Day Pass or Weekend Pass. SIT Alumni under 21 may attend the SIT Volleyball Game and SIT Campfire with a SIT Young Alumni Saturday Pass but all under-21 SIT Alumni must leave campus for dinner following the SIT Volleyball Game. Under-21 SIT Alumni will be permitted to return to campus at 10pm for the SIT Campfire.
Of course! The SIT vs. Staff Volleyball Game is just one activity in an action-packed, family friendly weekend. All Camp Chi Alumni are welcome and there will be plenty to do!