Chuggim

Sharpen your aim and focus as you shoot arrows at targets. Whether it’s your first time or you’re chasing that next bullseye (hello, soda prize!), Archery is all about patience, precision, and fun.

Do you love spending time doing Omanut (arts and crafts)? Then the general arts chug is for you! Make beautiful masterpieces that you can take home and admire forever. In this chug, campers will spend time using lanyard, paint, beads and much more.

Shoot hoops, run drills, play knock-out, and let the fun take over the court. (Only Chug B)

Chill out in the shade with a good book and even better friends. Discuss your favorite characters and stories, and maybe even write some of your own.

Relax in the shade while you play games with friends or get creative making bracelets and lanyards. The ultimate wind-down chug!

Mold and shape your imagination into mugs, bowls, and sculptures. Learn glazing techniques and get muddy in the most fun way possible!

Jam out with other musicians and play together in our very own CJ Band! Perfect for beginners and seasoned players alike.

Be part of the camp press team! Report on events and keep camp in the know with your creative voice.

From savory snacks to Israeli favorites, get hands-on in our outdoor kitchen and leave with your own CJ recipe book.

Cast your line and enjoy the serenity of our beautiful lake. Bonus points if you catch Mr. Whiskers, our legendary camp catfish!

Learn from the Israeli Scouts! Tie knots, build fires, and experience special traditions from the צופים (Tzofim) movement.

Design and craft dazzling necklaces, bracelets, and more using beads, wires, and your imagination.

Learn self-defense skills and martial arts from a certified expert in this empowering, high-energy chug.

Spend your day in the Kibbutz, tending the garden, hanging with animals, and learning how CJ and nature work together.

Dive into color as you create beautiful artworks, from landscapes to portraits. Let your inner artist shine!

Explore creativity through hands-on crafting, designing unique, sparkly and bedazzled projects while expressing their personal style.

Take part in the camp-wide musical production—on stage or behind the scenes! Sing, act, dance, build sets, or help direct. Everyone has a role in this show-stopper! (This requires a commitment of both Chug A and B)

Introducing Ligat HaLev—CJ’s competitive sports league where campers wear their team colors, compete across multiple sports, and chase a championship. It’s a high-energy experience that builds teamwork, confidence, and community.

Dance your heart out to Israeli and American hits! This summer’s Rikkud will even join the camp play to perform Mamma Mia-inspired choreography.

Climb, zip, and conquer in our thrilling high-ropes chug! Test your courage on the rock wall, soar through the air, and work together to complete sky-high challenges.

Show off your dribbling, passing, and teamwork in scrimmages, drills, and fun games like our signature “Olympics.” (Only Chug B)

Bring smiles across camp through acts of kindness and creative service projects. Leave a lasting legacy in the CJ community—literally, by painting a mural!

In this hands-on chug, you’ll help care for CJ's furry and feathered friends by feeding, grooming, and keeping their spaces clean and cozy.

Whether you’re perfecting your backhand or mastering the dink, this chug is full of fast-paced fun and friendly competition.

Get your heart pumping in one of camp’s most beloved sports! Learn epic throws, run wild, and take part in the camp-wide ultimate match. (Only Chug B)

Bump, set, and spike your way through action-packed matches on the sand. Whether you're an ace server or new to the game, you're in for a good time! (Only Chug B)

Use real tools to bring your woodworking dreams to life—from challah boards to keepsake boxes. Learn from our resident woodworker and make something you’ll treasure forever.

Participate in classic camp activities—only in עברית (Hebrew)! Don’t worry, our staff will support you with words and gestures as you learn.

In this hands-on chug, you’ll help care for CJ's furry and feathered friends by feeding, grooming, and keeping their spaces clean and cozy.

Are you an athlete during the school year or just want to stay active while at camp? This is the perfect Chug for you! Participate in conditioning exercises, cardio workouts, stretches and more.