Winkle’s Blog
Welcome Krystal
Krystal has always had a knack for the outdoors and grew up spending most of her free time at her family’s 80-acre cabin just outside of the Wisconsin Dells. This is her first year as our Operations Coordinator, she assists in registering campers and ensures that they are placed in Villages best suited for their […] Learn More ›
Registration Update
As we prepare for Hanukkah and the end of 2023, we are eager for Summer 2024! Registrations have continued to come in and it is clear that families and campers are excited to return. With some age groups nearing capacity, we want to take a moment to share which villages have moved to waitlists. If […] Learn More ›
Note from the Director
Hello Camp Chi Family, This year has been one of many firsts for me. In January, Natalie and I celebrated the birth of our first child, Chase Elliott Kolling. And now, after 23 summers at Camp Chi, I am honored to be the next Director. While these two events continue to drastically change my life, […] Learn More ›
October 2023 News from the Chi Family
While we were away at camp, so many of you had major life updates and milestones! We love hearing from you no matter how small or big your news is, please share it with us! Youth group elections, college acceptance, sports team championships, B’nai mitzvah celebrations, are all great news to share with us! You […] Learn More ›
Sukkot Reflections
Sukkot is the most camp-like Jewish holiday in our tradition, perhaps explaining why it’s my favorite. It revolves around building, dwelling, and eating (and some people sleep) in a Sukkah, a temporary hut, and embraces the outdoors. That alone could make it camp-like, but there’s more to this holiday, incorporating nature and gratitude. We’re commanded […] Learn More ›
2024: The First 36
It’s an annual tradition that we post the first 36 Registrations for next summer. We’re so lucky and thankful to have a community that races to register as soon as it opens. If you want to avoid the waitlists and ensure your spot for Summer 2024, let these 36 campers inspire you to Register! We’ll […] Learn More ›