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Thankful Thursday: Caring for the Soul of Our Coleman Community

This Thankful Thursday, we’re celebrating our incredible Nefesh Team! From thoughtful check-ins to meaningful conversations, they care for the hearts, minds, and souls of our campers and staff, helping ensure everyone at Coleman feels supported, understood, and never alone.

Thankful Thursday: We are Thankful for our 2026 Host Families

This Thankful Thursday, we’re celebrating the incredible families who opened their homes and hearts to Camp Coleman staff this summer. For our staff, especially those joining us from around the world, these days offered a chance to recharge, share a meal, and experience the warmth of our BIG Coleman family beyond the gates of camp. We are so grateful to every host family who helped make our staff feel at home this summer. Read more on the blog!

Coming Home to Coleman: The 1970s Reunion

This past weekend, Camp Coleman welcomed home a truly special part of our community as alumni from the 1970s returned to Coleman for an unforgettable reunion weekend! More than 50 years after their summers together, our 1970s alumni had the chance to experience...

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating Our Summer 2026 Faculty

This Thankful Thursday, we celebrate the incredible rabbis, cantors, educators, and Jewish professionals who made up our Summer 2026 faculty. Their leadership, mentorship, and passion enriched every corner of camp, helping campers experience the joy of Jewish life in meaningful and unforgettable ways.

Chalutzim Unit Update: A Summer They’ll Never Forget

As their final summer as campers comes to a close, Chalutzim embraced every tradition, friendship, and unforgettable Coleman moment with pride. From leading camp with unmatched ruach to making memories that will last a lifetime, take a look back at the incredible summer of Camp Coleman’s oldest campers.

Kesher Unit Update: Making Every Moment Count

What an incredible summer it has been for Kesher! As the session winds down, it is impossible not to look back with so much pride at everything this extraordinary group has accomplished. Over the course of second session, Kesher has grown into a confident,...

Nachshonim Unit Update: Soaking Up Every Last Moment

From exciting electives and unforgettable evening programs to white water rafting and the Israeli Caravan, discover how Nachshonim campers have embraced every adventure while building a close-knit community at Camp Coleman.

Coleman Quest 2026: Adventure, Growth, and Unforgettable Memories

From mountain summits and cave explorations to campfires under the stars, Coleman Quest 2026 was an unforgettable adventure. Over 12 incredible days, Quest campers challenged themselves, built lasting friendships, discovered new strengths, and created memories that will last a lifetime. Take a look back at everything this year’s Questies experienced!

Tsofim Unit Update: Living Every Camp Moment

The Tsofim unit has embraced every moment of camp life, building incredible friendships, trying new adventures, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. From favorite electives and unforgettable evening programs to an amazing MAC and a meaningful final Shabbat together, take a look at how Tsofim has made the most of every opportunity at Camp Coleman.

Solelim Unit Update: Growing Together, Leading with Confidence

Over the past few weeks, Solelim has grown into a confident, connected, and spirited community. From trying new electives and embracing every camp tradition to giving their all during MAC in Time, these campers have truly made the most of every moment. As the session comes to a close, we’re celebrating the friendships, independence, and unforgettable memories they’ve built together at Camp Coleman.

Staying Connected: Camp Mail Information for Summer 2026

Staying Connected: Camp Mail Information for Summer 2026

This blog serves as a guide for families on how to send mail and emails to campers during Summer 2026. It outlines Camp Coleman’s mail policies, including envelope requirements, restrictions on padded and bubble mailers, and updated information about free camper email messaging. The goal is to help families stay connected with their campers while ensuring mail is delivered efficiently and safely throughout the summer.

Yom Kehillah 2026: Living Our Values Together

Yom Kehillah 2026: Living Our Values Together

Campers brought Camp Coleman’s values of Shalom, Kavod, Kehillah, and Chesed to life during Yom Kehillah 2026 through service projects, acts of gratitude, inspiring guest speakers, and a day of community celebration. From beautifying camp and giving back to enjoying the Machon Circus and afternoon activities, it was a day filled with purpose, connection, and Coleman spirit.

Meet the 2026 Supervisors!

Meet the 2026 Supervisors!

Meet the team behind the magic. Our amazing group of supervisors is already hard at work making this summer unforgettable. They’re the heartbeat of Coleman. Want to get to know them better? Read this blog!

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating Marcia and Scott Weber

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating Marcia and Scott Weber

This Thankful Thursday, we are filled with deep gratitude for Marcia and Scott Weber, whose love, dedication, and generosity have shaped Camp Coleman in extraordinary and lasting ways.  Marcia’s Coleman journey began in 1998, when she first arrived as a camp nurse—and...

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating Rabbi Boxman

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating Rabbi Boxman

This Thankful Thursday, we are filled with gratitude as we honor someone whose love for Camp Coleman can be felt in every corner of camp — from the pool, to the Hillman, and especially at the hockey pavilion — Rabbi Bradd H. Boxman.  Since 2009, Rabbi Boxman has...

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating Rabbi Adam Miller

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating Rabbi Adam Miller

This Thankful Thursday, we are overflowing with gratitude for someone whose energy, leadership, and love for camp have left a lasting mark on generations of campers and staff — Rabbi Adam Miller.  Rabbi Miller, Senior Rabbi of Temple Shalom in Naples, Florida, has...