APACHI OLD TOWN

4 years – 7th grade + CIT

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Apachi Combos

Apachi + Camp Chi

Twice the fun! Combine Apachi Day Camp with Camp Chi Overnight Camp for one incredible summer experience and save 20% on the cost of Camp Chi.
Pricing & Registration

Camp Activities

  • Field Trips

    Archery • Kayaking • Mini Golf • Climbing Wall • Beach • Zoo

  • Arts & Creativity

    Dance • Drama & Improv • Arts & Crafts • S.T.E.A.M. • Design Lab • Busy Builders & Construction •  Music • Cooking

  • Sports

    Team Sports • Backyard Games • Gaga • Foursquare • Yoga • Team Building • Gymnastics

  • Swimming

    Swim Lessons • Free Swim

  • Jewish Culture

    Jewish Values • Shabbat Celebrations • Maccabi Games

  • Special Activities

    Theme Days • Cross Town Classic • Artist-In-Residence

Apachi Old Town In Action

Apachi Old Town Details

Friendship requests

Apachi is a welcoming and inclusive environment, where all campers are encouraged to try something new and make new friends! Although not required, campers may submit friendship requests in the Spring, and we will do our best to accommodate at least one request if campers are entering the same grade (Trailblazers, campers entering grades 5th-7th, can request each other since groups may be mixed based on enrollment). All ages are all-gender groups.

Our program encourages all campers to explore and try a little bit everything! We offer a range of activities including Swim lessons, GaGa, Foursquare, Crafts & Creative Arts, Sports & Backyard Games, Dance, Yoga, Gymnastics, Music, Team Building and much more!

For Juniors and Explorers, artists-in-residence visit weekly to expose younger campers to exciting experiences and teach new skills through magic, juggling, percussion, dance, and other activities. For Pioneers ad Trailblazers, they choose specialties to hone their skills or pursue new interests in sports, adventure, or creative arts. Everyone comes together for daily opening assemblies, Shabbat celebrations, cookouts, theme days, family nights, as well as our own fantastic carnival, Apachi Olympic Madness, and themed Maccabi Color War games.

American Red Cross Swim Program

Campers are taught to swim at Apachi Old Town using the American Red Cross’ Learn-to-Swim program, which focuses on building skills one step at a time. By giving campers the opportunity to master one element before moving on to the next, it makes it easy to build confidence in the water. Safety is our priority and all members of our Aquatics staff are American Red Cross certified lifeguards with CPR training for the professional rescuer.

Apachi Old Town campers swim at Lincoln Park High School.

Testing, Placement and Progress Reports

Campers are tested at the beginning of summer and placed in an appropriate swim level based on their skills. They pass through levels based on both formal and informal testing. They’re also tested for endurance and water safety. Swim levels are sent home at the beginning of your camper’s session and progress reports are shared at the end of each session.

Car Drop Off and Pick Up

Our convenient carpool line helps your camper get to their group easily and speed you on your way. A staff member will come to your car rain or shine to help your child out of their seat. You’ll get to see your camper with a smiling counselor by their side and you never even have to get out of your car. At pick up time, just use the carpool line again. We will bring your child to you, buckle them in, and you will be on your way.

Optional One-Way or Round Trip Bus

For an additional fee, families can select to have their children take the bus to and from camp. Buses are driven by licensed, professional drivers and supervised by Apachi staff. Campers are required to wear seatbelts at all times. We have bus routes from several neighborhoods on the city’s north side and downtown. Our bus stops are “cluster stops” for groups of campers, not individual stops. We try to make the cluster stops convenient for families as well as safe and efficient.

View our proposed bus stop map.

Food

We provide pizza lunch on Tuesdays and a hotdog cookout on Fridays. Gluten free and/or dairy free pizza and vegetarian hot dogs are available upon request. For all other days, please send your camper with a small, sack lunch that we will refrigerate. A morning snack and afternoon frozen treat are also provided by camp daily.

Food allergies

Safety and inclusion are top priorities at Apachi Day Camps. Our camps are committed to being allergy-safe. While our camps are not allergen-free, we strive to make our camp environments as safe as possible for children with food allergies using a customized approach and working closely with each family to develop an action plan for the child. More information can be found here.

Immunizations & Health Forms

To participate in camp, campers must have a completed health form signed by a physician on file. We also require documentation of immunizations.

Camper Care

Our Community Care team, made up of mental health professionals and special education teachers, ensure the ever-evolving social emotional needs of our campers are met so they can be successful at camp.

For campers needing extra support, there are several support options available to ensure a successful summer. You can choose from support through JCC Chicago, Keshet, or your child’s paraprofessional depending on which option works best for your camper and family. For more information, please connect with your Apachi Day Camp Director.

Sample 50/50 block

Counselor in Training (CIT) Program

Campers in 8th-10th grade gain hands on experience working with children and learn vital skills needed to become an Apachi leader and thrive at camp, school and beyond! This plus daily camp fun makes for one memorable summer experience.

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Sample 50/50 block

 

City LIFE

7th-9th Grade | August 4-8
This summer, 7th-9th graders can experience a week-long program where they’ll learn how to navigate the CTA, strengthen their communication and leadership skills, experience Chicago culture, and give back to the community all at the same time. Exciting activities include an improv class, Michigan Avenue scavenger hunt, and cooking class–providing fun opportunities to explore the city and develop confidence and independence.

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Sample 50/50 block

Overnight Camp

Try Chi

Try Chi is our 4-day, 3-night overnight camp experience for 2nd-6th graders at Camp Chi in Lake Delton, WI. 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.

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Ways to Save!

Refer a Friend

As a thank you for spreading your Apachi love, for every new camper that registers and lists you as their referral source.

You’ll get:
Nov. 5 through the start of camp: $75 off your camp fee
Now through March 31: Raffle entry to win a FREE camp session. Winner announced on April 4.

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Sibling Discount

Full Summer: $250 Off Camp Session | $100 Off Bus
Partial Summer: $125 Off Camp Session | $50 Off Bus

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Lillie Marick

Camp Director, Apachi Old Town

Lillie lives and breathes camp! Her passion started at Camp Marimeta for Girls in Eagle River, Wisconsin at age nine. She attended as a camper, worked as a counselor, and then transitioned to the seasonal Media, Special Events, and Program Director. After Marimeta and prior to Apachi Day Camp, Lillie spent four years working as the full-time Assistant Director at Camp Mah-Kee-Nac for Boys in Lenox, Massachusetts, where she was involved in all aspects of camp life, recruitment, development and programming.

Whether working as a staff member or attending as a camper, Lillie’s experiences have shaped the person she is today. She believes in the true power of camp, a place where children have the opportunity to build community, learn a variety of lifelong skills and form everlasting friendships. Her camp friends remain some of her best friends today.

Lillie holds a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a M.S. in Child Development from Erikson Institute. Her favorite camp activities are Olympic Madness and the Maccabi Games. Lillie loves being a part of the Apachi Family!

 

natalie griffithNatalie Viancourt

Manager of Operations, Apachi City Camps

Summer is such a special time for Natalie. What she loves most about camp is seeing campers gain confidence in the skills they learn during the summer. Through watching campers participate in the summer’s best activities including art, sports, swimming, sports and performing arts, she sees campers’ confidence grow as they step outside their comfort zones and become more comfortable with their groups, counselors, and instructors.

Natalie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago, and one of her favorite hobbies is golf. She grew up playing the sport, and she’s always so excited to get back on the course once the Midwest winters are done!

 

beth millerBeth Miller

Senior Director, Apachi Day Camp

Beth Miller has always lived and breathed camp, never missing a summer since she began attending camp at the age of 3. From being a camper at various camps, including Camp Chi where she was a SIT, her Apachi Day Camp journey started as a unit head at ‘Z’ Frank Apachi. She later helped launch and grow Apachi Northside, serving as its director for 11 years. Beth also played a key role in opening Apachi Old Town, Hyde Park, and Irving Park, driven by her passion for building strong camp communities. With over three decades at JCC, Beth’s dedication to camp is unwavering.

Now the Senior Director of Apachi Day Camp, Beth takes great pride in bringing ruach (spirit) to all Apachi locations and watching campers grow into staff who pass on cherished traditions. Beth holds an Undergraduate degree in Communications and History from the University of Kansas, a Master’s degree in Education from National Louis University, and was a former teacher. Beth is a mother of three boys, all who spent many summers at Apachi Day Camp, and she loves playing board games…mahjongg, rummikub, you name it!

Please Note: We place campers in groups according to the Fall grade they are going into after summer camp. 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 Junior Explorers feel safe and secure. Small group activities including swim instruction, sports, games, art, dance and music emphasize participation, building confidence and having fun. Junior groups are all-gender and grade specific.

Campers must be 4 years old and potty trained before the first day of camp.

SessionDatesReturning Camper
Priority Ends 9/10/24
Early Bird
Ends 11/4/24
Winter
Ends 2/28/25
Spring
Through Camp
Session 1 | 3 Wks6/16-7/3$2,670$2,745$2,820$2,895
Session 2 | 4 Wks7/7-8/1$3,505$3,605$3,655$3,755
Full Summer | 7 Wks6/16-8/1$5,465$5,615$5,765$5,915

Post Camp

Keep the Apachi fun going with an 8th week of camp! Learn more.

Registration Savings

Sibling Discount
Full Summer: $250 Off Camp Session | $100 Off Bus
Partial Summer: $125 Off Camp Session | $50 Off Bus

Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp

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Explorers  |  Grades K-2

The Explorers’ high energy day focuses on skill building, new activities, boosting self–esteem and forging new friendships. Explorers’ schedules include a wide variety of activities, including art, sports, drama, swim lessons, and a featured artist-in-residence each week! Explorer groups are all-gender and grade specific.

SessionDatesReturning Camper
Priority Ends 9/10/24
Early Bird
Ends 11/4/24
Winter
Ends 2/28/25
Spring
Through Camp
Session 1 | 3 Wks6/16-7/3$2,670$2,745$2,820$2,895
Session 2 | 4 Wks7/7-8/1$3,505$3,605$3,655$3,755
Full Summer | 7 Wks6/16-8/1$5,465$5,615$5,765$5,915
Post Camp

Keep the Apachi fun going with an 8th week of camp! Learn more.

Registration Savings

Sibling Discount
Full Summer: $250 Off Camp Session | $100 Off Bus
Partial Summer: $125 Off Camp Session | $50 Off Bus

Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp

Register


Pioneers  |  Grades 3-4

The Pioneer’s schedule introduces choice to our campers. In addition to participating in all of camp’s activities and weekly swim lessons, each Pioneer will choose one specialty activity per session to focus on in camp, and they’ll also travel out of camp on two field trips each session as a unit. This will allow for exploration, skill building and meeting new friends. Pioneer groups are all-gender and grade specific.

SessionDatesReturning Camper
Priority Ends 9/10/24
Early Bird
Ends 11/4/24
Winter
Ends 2/28/25
Spring
Through Camp
Session 1 | 3 Wks6/16-7/3$2,835$2,910$2,985$3,060
Session 2 | 4 Wks7/7-8/1$3,760$3,860$3,910$4,010
Full Summer | 7 Wks6/16-8/1$5,880$6,030$6,180$6,330
Post Camp

Keep the Apachi fun going with an 8th week of camp! Learn more.

Thinking about overnight camp?

Combine Apachi with Camp Chi for one incredible summer and save on the cost of camp. Learn more.

Registration Savings

Sibling Discount
Full Summer: $250 Off Camp Session | $100 Off Bus
Partial Summer: $125 Off Camp Session | $50 Off Bus

Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp

Register


Trailblazers  |  Grades 5-7

The Trailblazer’s schedule emphasizes choice. In addition to participating in all of camp’s activities and weekly swim lessons, each Trailblazer will choose one specialty activity per session to focus on in camp. This will allow for exploration, skill building and meeting new friends. Trailblazers will also choose one outdoor adventure trip to participate in both sessions, which helps our campers meet other campers with similar interests and develop a new skill. Additionally, Trailblazers will attend one field trip as an entire unit each session. Trailblazer groups are all-gender and may be mixed grade based on enrollment.

SessionDatesReturning Camper
Priority Ends 9/10/24
Early Bird
Ends 11/4/24
Winter
Ends 2/28/25
Spring
Through Camp
Session 1 | 3 Wks6/16-7/3$3,005$3,080$3,155$3,230
Session 2 | 4 Wks7/7-8/1$4,015$4,115$4,165$4,265
Full Summer | 7 Wks6/16-8/1$6,295$6,445$6,595$6,745
Post Camp

Keep the Apachi fun going with an 8th week of camp! Learn more.

Thinking about overnight camp?

Combine Apachi with Camp Chi for one incredible summer and save on the cost of camp. Learn more.

Registration Savings

Sibling Discount
Full Summer: $250 Off Camp Session | $100 Off Bus
Partial Summer: $125 Off Camp Session | $50 Off Bus

Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp

Register


CIT | 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.

SessionDatesFee
Session 1 | 3 Wks6/16-7/3$1,095
Session 2 | 4 Wks7/7-8/1$1,460
Full Summer | 7 Wks6/16-8/1$2,280
Post Camp

Keep the Apachi fun going with an 8th week of camp! Learn more.

Thinking about overnight camp?

Combine Apachi with Camp Chi for one incredible summer and save on the cost of camp. Learn more.

Registration Savings

Sibling Discount
Full Summer: $250 Off Camp Session | $100 Off Bus
Partial Summer: $125 Off Camp Session | $50 Off Bus

Refer a Friend: Nov. 5 through start of camp – $75 off camp fee | Now through April 13 – Raffle entry to win FREE camp

Register


Post Camp – Week 8

Keep the Apachi fun going all summer long!

Campers will enjoy all their favorite activities like sports, art, music, drama, gaga, imaginative outdoor play, water play and more. Plus, our spirited Friday Shabbat celebration will still be a highlight. Please send your child with their own lunch—we’ll provide a daily snack and a frozen treat to end each day. This week is carpool only, and spots are limited, so don’t miss out! Please note, there is no before care or after care available.

SessionDatesFee
Week 88/4-8/8$600

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Apachi Old Town  +  Camp Chi

Combine Apachi Old Town 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.

SessionGradesApachi DatesChi DatesFeeCanteen
Pioneers | Grades 3-4
Camp Chi Mini Session 1 + Apachi Pioneer3-46/16-6/23, 7/8-8/16/24-7/7$6,835$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 2 + Apachi Pioneer3-46/16-7/9, 7/25-8/17/10-7/24$6,715$85
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi Pioneer Session 247/8-8/16/13-7/7$8,625$135
Apachi Pioneer Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 246/16-7/97/10-8/3$8,095$135
Camp Chi Take Two + Apachi Pioneer46/27-8/16/13-6/26$6,920$85
Trailblazers | Grades 5-7
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer Session 257/8-8/16/13-7/7$8,850$135
Apachi Trailblazer Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 256/16-7/97/10-8/3$8,285$135
Camp Chi Take Two + Apachi Trailblazer56/27-8/16/13-6/26$7,215$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer56/16-6/23, 7/8-8/16/24-7/7$7,120$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 2 + Apachi Trailblazer56/16-7/9, 7/25-8/17/10-7/24$6,990$85
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer Session 26-77/8-8/16/13-7/7$9,175$135
Apachi Trailblazer Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 26-76/16-7/97/10-8/3$8,610$135
Camp Chi Take Two + Apachi Trailblazer6-76/27-8/16/13-6/26$7,385$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer6-76/16-6/23, 7/8-8/16/24-7/7$7,120$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 2 + Apachi Trailblazer6-76/16-7/9, 7/25-8/17/10-7/24$6,990$85
CIT | Grades 8-10
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi CIT Session 28-107/8-8/16/13-7/7$6,835$135
Apachi CIT Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 28-106/16-7/97/10-8/3$6,640$135

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Add-Ons

Session3 Weeks4 Weeks7 Weeks
Before Care$208$320$528
After Care$416$640$1,056
Transportation - 1 Way$280$425$700
Transportation - Round-Trip$460$690$1,130
Birthday Celebration$40 (per birthday)

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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.

Learn More

Apachi Old Town  +  Camp Chi

Combine Apachi Old Town 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.

SessionGradesApachi DatesChi DatesFeeCanteen
Pioneers | Grades 3-4
Camp Chi Mini Session 1 + Apachi Pioneer3-46/16-6/23, 7/8-8/16/24-7/7$6,835$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 2 + Apachi Pioneer3-46/16-7/9, 7/25-8/17/10-7/24$6,715$85
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi Pioneer Session 247/8-8/16/13-7/7$8,625$135
Apachi Pioneer Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 246/16-7/97/10-8/3$8,095$135
Camp Chi Take Two + Apachi Pioneer46/27-8/16/13-6/26$6,920$85
Trailblazers | Grades 5-7
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer Session 257/8-8/16/13-7/7$8,850$135
Apachi Trailblazer Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 256/16-7/97/10-8/3$8,285$135
Camp Chi Take Two + Apachi Trailblazer56/27-8/16/13-6/26$7,215$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer56/16-6/23, 7/8-8/16/24-7/7$7,120$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 2 + Apachi Trailblazer56/16-7/9, 7/25-8/17/10-7/24$6,990$85
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer Session 26-77/8-8/16/13-7/7$9,175$135
Apachi Trailblazer Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 26-76/16-7/97/10-8/3$8,610$135
Camp Chi Take Two + Apachi Trailblazer6-76/27-8/16/13-6/26$7,385$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 1 + Apachi Trailblazer6-76/16-6/23, 7/8-8/16/24-7/7$7,120$85
Camp Chi Mini Session 2 + Apachi Trailblazer6-76/16-7/9, 7/25-8/17/10-7/24$6,990$85
CIT | Grades 8-10
Camp Chi Session 1 + Apachi CIT Session 28-107/8-8/16/13-7/7$6,835$135
Apachi CIT Session 1 + Camp Chi Session 28-106/16-7/97/10-8/3$6,640$135

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Add-Ons

Session3 Weeks4 Weeks7 Weeks
Before Care$208$320$528
After Care$416$640$1,056
Transportation - 1 Way$280$425$700
Transportation - Round-Trip$460$690$1,130
Birthday Celebration$40 (per birthday)

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Financial Solutions for Families in Need

Illinois Action for Children

A state-based program providing funding to help families in need of childcare, can also be used for day camp!

Fee Assistance

This financial aid helps offset a portion of JCC program fees and is made possible through JCC Chicago and Women’s Auxiliary funding in addition to the generosity of donors.

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Extra Support for Campers

There are several support options available to ensure a successful summer for your camper. You can choose from support through JCC Chicago, Keshet, or your child’s paraprofessional depending on which option works best for your camper and family. For more information, please connect with your Apachi Day Camp Director.

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