Apachi Evanston Registration
2025 Camp Dates & Times
2025 Full Summer | 7 Weeks | June 16 – August 1
Session 1 | 3 Weeks | June 16 – July 3
Session 2 | 4 Weeks | July 7 – August 1
Camp Hours | 9:15am – 3:15pm
Before care begins at 7:30am
NOW FULL After care ends at 5:30pm
Camp is closed June 19 & July 4
Apachi Combos
Apachi + Camp Chi
Combine Apachi Day Camp with Camp Chi Overnight Camp for one incredible summer experience and save 20% on the cost of Camp Chi. Learn more.
Apachi + JCC Chicago Early Childhood
When you combine Apachi Day Camp with full-day, year-round Early Childhood for your child turning 4 in the Fall following camp, you save 100% on the cost of camp! Half-day students turning 4 in the Fall following camp will receive a 20% discount of the camp fee on their final payment. Learn more.
Extra Support for Campers
JCC Chicago is proud to offer extra support to campers who need it to ensure they have a successful summer. For more information, please connect with Laura Brown, Inclusion Manager.
Please Note: Ages and grades listed below are as of the 2025-26 school year.
Juniors | 4 Years
Setting the stage for your child’s lifelong love of camp, counselors specially trained to work with young campers make our Juniors feel safe and secure. Small group activities, including games, art, dance and music emphasize participation, building confidence and having fun.
Children must be 4 years old by the start of camp to register.
| Session | Dates | Returning Camper Priority Ends 9/10/24 | Early Bird Ends 11/4/24 | Winter Ends 2/28/25 | Spring Through Camp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 3 Wks | 6/16-7/3 | $1,445 | $1,535 | $1,580 | $1,755 |
| Session 2 | 4 Wks | 7/7-8/1 | $1,970 | $2,060 | $2,105 | $2,280 |
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | $2,445 | $2,625 | $2,795 | $3,045 |
Registration Savings
Sibling Discount: $250 Full Summer | $125 Partial Summer
Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp
Chaverim | Grades K-3
Chaverim is everything you know and love about Apachi Day Camp! Sports, art, music, and more provide a summer filled with fun as campers develop friendships under the caring guidance of role model Camp Counselors. Campers will build self-confidence through safe and fun adventures as they learn and grow together, making memories that matter and friendships that last a lifetime.
| Session | Dates | Returning Camper Priority Ends 9/10/24 | Early Bird Ends 11/4/24 | Winter Ends 2/28/25 | Spring Through Camp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 3 Wks | 6/16-7/3 | $1,585 | $1,675 | $1,720 | $1,895 |
| Session 2 | 4 Wks | 7/7-8/1 | $2,135 | $2,225 | $2,270 | $2,445 |
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | $2,905 | $3,085 | $3,255 | $3,505 |
Registration Savings
Sibling Discount: $250 Full Summer | $125 Partial Summer
Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp
Chaverim Plus | Grades 4-5
Campers who have graduated from Chaverim still have more fun in store as part of Chaverim Plus. Fun, older-camper focused activities keep campers coming back year after year! Choice Specialty activities provide campers the opportunity to choose their favorite activities for a more personalized summer camp experience. These older campers also get an exciting mix of trips and experiences you can only get in Chaverim Plus! Traditional camp activities make this program the perfect mix of exciting new activities with familiar camp favorites.
| Session | Dates | Returning Camper Priority Ends 9/10/24 | Early Bird Ends 11/4/24 | Winter Ends 2/28/25 | Spring Through Camp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 3 Wks | 6/16-7/3 | $1,865 | $1,955 | $2,000 | $2,175 |
| Session 2 | 4 Wks | 7/7-8/1 | $2,510 | $2,600 | $2,645 | $2,820 |
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | $3,340 | $3,520 | $3,690 | $3,940 |
Registration Savings
Sibling Discount: $250 Full Summer | $125 Partial Summer
Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp
Chaverim on the Go | Grades 6-8
Chaverim on the Go combines traditional camp day fun with an exciting mix of three weekly field trips. To honor the Apachi value of Tikkun Olam, making the world a better place, one of the field trips will center around making a positive impact in the community. When not embarking on adventures outside of camp, 6th-8th graders will build new skills and discover new interests on our grounds through a wide variety of activities including adventure, music, dance and sports. Additionally, at least once a week, campers will be bussed to Bernard Horwich JCC to participate in expanded specialty offerings including archery, rock climbing & low ropes, taekwondo, gymnastics and sports.
| Session | Dates | Returning Camper Priority Ends 9/10/24 | Early Bird Ends 11/4/24 | Winter Ends 2/28/25 | Spring Through Camp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 3 Wks | 6/16-7/3 | $2,385 | $2,475 | $2,520 | $2,695 |
| Session 2 | 4 Wks | 7/7-8/1 | $3,600 | $3,690 | $3,735 | $3,910 |
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | $4,595 | $4,775 | $4,945 | $5,195 |
Registration Savings
Sibling Discount: $250 Full Summer | $125 Partial Summer
Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp
Sports | Grades 2-7
Sports Camp provides a summer of outdoor fun designed for young athletes to hone their skills and enhance their coordination and athleticism through a variety of active games, fun skill-building drills, and tournaments. Led by role model high school and college athletes, campers to learn teamwork and sportsmanship as they build self-confidence through healthy competition. Additionally, at least once a week, 4th graders+ will be bussed to Bernard Horwich JCC to participate in expanded specialty offerings including archery, rock climbing & low ropes, taekwondo, gymnastics and sports.
*Variance in price across ages is due to off-site programming for 4th-7th graders.
| Session | Dates | Grade | Returning Camper Priority Ends 9/10/24 | Early Bird Ends 11/4/23 | Winter Ends 2/28/25 | Spring Through Camp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 3 Wks | 6/16-7/3 | 2-3 | $1,585 | $1,675 | $1,720 | $1,895 |
| Session 1 | 3 Wks | 6/16-7/3 | 4-7 | $1,865 | $1,955 | $2,000 | $2,175 |
| Session 2 | 4 Wks | 7/7-8/1 | 2-3 | $2,135 | $2,225 | $2,270 | $2,445 |
| Session 2 | 4 Wks | 7/7-8/1 | 4-7 | $2,510 | $2,600 | $2,645 | $2,820 |
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | 2-3 | $2,905 | $3,085 | $3,255 | $3,505 |
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | 4-7 | $3,340 | $3,520 | $3,690 | $3,940 |
Registration Savings
Sibling Discount: $250 Full Summer | $125 Partial Summer
Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp
Performing Arts Camp | Grades 3-8
Guided by professional actors and artists, campers are immersed in all areas of acting, singing, and dancing for the stage! Campers develop their acting, dance, musical theatre, improvisation, stage makeup, and backstage skills while building self-confidence and communication skills throughout the summer. A variety of traditional camp activities, including trips, are sprinkled in to create a well-rounded summer that helps campers really come into their own and out of their shells!
| Session | Dates | Returning Camper Priority Ends 9/10/24 | Early Bird Ends 11/4/24 | Winter Ends 2/28/25 | Spring Through Camp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | $3,340 | $3,520 | $3,690 | $3,940 |
Registration Savings
Sibling Discount: $250 Full Summer | $125 Partial Summer
Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp
CIT: Counselors in Training | Grades 8-10
Highly motivated and responsible campers entering grade 8th-10th are invited to join us for our Counselor-In-Training (CIT) program. The CIT curriculum is designed to develop necessary skills needed to take care of children, foster creative and critical thinking, and enhance communication and collaboration efforts needed in social and professional settings. The CIT program helps teenagers explore new areas of development in a safe environment, all while learning vital skills needed to be an Apachi leader and beyond. Learn more.
Special Camp Pricing for Returning CITs
As a thank you for being a CIT with us again this summer,
• Enjoy 20% off camp fees | 2nd Year Returning CITs
• Enjoy 30% off camp fees | 3rd Year Returning CITs
Pricing listed on the website reflects the full price of the CIT program. Your discount will be applied once registration is complete.
| Session | Dates | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 3 Wks | 6/16-7/3 | $760 |
| Session 2 | 4 Wks | 7/7-8/1 | $995 |
| Full Summer | 7 Wks | 6/16-8/1 | $1,530 |
Registration Savings
Sibling Discount: $250 Full Summer | $125 Partial Summer
Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp
Additional Options
| Session | 3 Weeks | 4 Weeks | 7 Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before Care | $312 | $480 | $792 |
| NOW FULL After Care | $468 | $720 | $1,188 |
Apachi Evanston + Camp Chi
Combine Apachi Evanston with 2 or 3.5 weeks of amazing overnight camp at Camp Chi to create an extraordinary summer!
Returning Camp Chi families that register during Returning Camper Priority Registration, ending 9/10/24, will receive an additional $180 off the combo fee.
| Session | Grades | Apachi Dates | Chi Dates | Fee | Canteen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaverim, Chaverim Plus, PAC & Sports Camp | Grades 3-5 | |||||
| Evanston + Chi Mini Session 1 | 3-5 | 6/16-6/23, 7/29-8/1 | 6/24-7/7 | $5,125 | $85 |
| Evanston + Chi Mini Session 2 | 3-5 | 6/16-7/9, 7/25-8/1 | 7/10-7/24 | $5,080 | $85 |
| Chaverim Plus & Sports Camp | Grades 4-5 | |||||
| Chi Session 1 + Evanston Session 2 | 4-5 | 7/8-8/1 | 6/13-7/7 | $7,270 | $135 |
| Evanston Session 1 + Chi Session 2 | 4-5 | 6/16-7/9 | 7/10-8/3 | $6,955 | $135 |
| Chi Take 2 + Evanston | 4-5 | 6/27-8/1 | 6/13-6/26 | $5,140 | $85 |
| Sports Camp | Grades 6-7 | |||||
| Chi Session 1 + Evanston Sports Session 2 | 6-7 | 7/8-8/1 | 6/13-7/7 | $7,600 | $135 |
| Evanston Sports Session 1 + Chi Session 2 | 6-7 | 6/16-7/9 | 7/10-8/3 | $7,285 | $135 |
| Chi Take 2 + Evanston Sports | 6-7 | 6/27-8/1 | 6/13-6/26 | $5,310 | $85 |
| Evanston Sports + Chi Mini Session 1 | 6-7 | 6/16-6/23, 7/29-8/1 | 6/24-7/7 | $5,125 | $85 |
| Evanston Sports + Chi Mini Session 2 | 6-7 | 6/16-7/9, 7/25-8/1 | 7/10-7/24 | $5,080 | $85 |
| Chaverim on the Go | Grades 6-8 | |||||
| Chi Session 1 + Evanston Session 2 | 6-8 | 7/8-8/1 | 6/13-7/7 | $8,280 | $135 |
| Evanston Session 1 + Chi Session 2 | 6-8 | 6/16-7/9 | 7/10-8/3 | $7,855 | $135 |
| Chi Take 2 + Evanston | 6-8 | 6/27-8/1 | 6/13-6/26 | $6,210 | $85 |
| Evanston + Chi Mini Session 1 | 6-8 | 6/16-6/23, 7/29-8/1 | 6/24-7/7 | $5,985 | $85 |
| Evanston + Chi Mini Session 2 | 6-8 | 6/16-7/9, 7/25-8/1 | 7/10-7/24 | $5,905 | $85 |
| CIT | Grades 8-10 | |||||
| Chi Session 1 + Evanston CIT Session 2 | 8-10 | 7/8-8/1 | 6/13-7/7 | $6,425 | $135 |
| Evanston CIT Session 1 + Chi Session 2 | 8-10 | 6/16-7/9 | 7/10-8/3 | $6,295 | $135 |
Try Chi
2nd–6th grade
Try Chi is the best way to get a taste of quality Jewish overnight camping. Campers meet new friends, and live in cabins with experienced, caring counselors who help them feel comfortable right away. They’ll feel the spirit of camp with cookouts, campfires, sing-alongs and great evening programs.