Camp
The Cove is Getting Upgraded
The Camp Chi Cove brings back fond memories for most people who have spent time at camp. By day, it is a hub of activity with campers playing in the sand, adventuring on the “high seas” on boats, and enjoying the variety of inflatables, among other things. By night, the quiet lakefront is an ideal […] Learn More ›
2021 Transportation Plans
Part of the camp magic is the journey to and from camp. Whether it is with your friends and counselors on a bus, your family in a car, or even an airplane, we try hard to make getting to camp easy and pleasant. As with most things, we have had to rethink how travel will […] Learn More ›
Chi’s Website Goes Accessible
We shared many times about our commitment to inclusion. How we create an inclusive environment and our partnership with Keshet are some of our biggest points of pride. Along with JCC Chicago, we believe inclusion is not a program, but an approach to community-building. Everyone benefits when we play, learn, celebrate, and grow together. And […] Learn More ›
The Impact of a Counselor
Camp Chi is a magical place, filled with incredible people. Campers and staff alike return year after year for a summer of Camp Chi Magic. Some of the most important facilitators of that magic are our amazing counselors. From my experience, being a camp counselor is one of the most important and rewarding jobs out […] Learn More ›
Forms Are Available
When families register for Camp Chi, we become a partner in your camper’s well-being. As partners, we promise to keep your camper safe and healthy, while providing a community of friends where they can become more independent and grow as individuals. That is why we ask you to fill out a variety of forms honestly […] Learn More ›
Registration Update: February 2021
As camp draws nearer, more and more sessions are beginning to fill. With just about 5 months until we kickoff the 100th summer, we are doing our best to get everyone who wants to be part of the centennial to camp. However, space in camp and cabins is finite, and while there are still spots […] Learn More ›