We are committed to nourishing the connections between self, community, earth, and spirit with a socially and environmentally conscious program that is firmly rooted in Jewish tradition.

Celebrating the Individual

We believe each person is created b'tzelem elohim, with a light in their soul. Our farm-based community, "do-it-ourselves" ethos, and emphasis on empathy creates an environment where each camper can feel creative, purposeful and loved. Our challenging program and supportive environment foster positive growth and self reliance. All staff are trained in compassionate communication, and our small size allows us to focus on the needs of each camper. At Eden Village, campers explore their unique gifts and passions, and use them to serve the community and world.

A Cohesive Community

In our community, campers always come first. Living, working and playing together in a Jewishly-diverse, multi-generational community is at the core of the experience. Our campers become leaders through shared responsibility for our animals, farm and communal spaces; community service; outdoor adventures, a mentor program, group-building initiatives; sharing Jewish rituals; working through any conflicts that arise, and more. Bunk counselors are selected for their talent and experience working with their age group, while our Specialists are professionals in their field and outstanding educators.

Honoring the Earth and all its Inhabitants

We model and teach reverence for the earth's systems and cycles, and awareness of the global social systems of which we are a part. Our program is designed to connect the broad vision of making the world a better place with the small, personal, practical steps each camper can take to live more sustainably. Our campers experience the power of creating change, individually and as part of a group, and learn how things work: our local ecosystems, our food system, how to thrive in the outdoors, how to carve a spoon. Their self-esteem grows in step with their awareness and awe for the interconnectedness of all Creation.

Awakening the Spirit Through Vibrant Judaism

Honoring both tradition and innovation, we celebrate Judaism as a relevant, profound, and joyful path to sustaining ourselves, building community, and providing strength for tikkun olam (working to heal the world). Our Jewishly-rooted curricula for farming, wilderness and service, along with singing, prayer, blessings, and reflection in nature’s classroom, allow campers to connect personally with their Judaism and discover a joyful way to live. Shabbat is a highlight of the week. We love to have fun in our Jewish practice—because smiles and laughter are the forge of positive community, relationship and our own humanity.

Shabbat offers wonderful teachings at the heart of our vision — a day to rest from shopping, manufacturing and more helps sustain the earth, and a day to come together in celebration and rest helps sustain the soul. To ensure a welcoming environment for most Jews, our experienced on-site mashgiach ensures a strict standard of kosher food.

In our efforts to learn more about the world around us, we've included a background image of one of the plant species native to our campgrounds. On this page you can find the:

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