Let the Countdown Begin!
It's hard to believe, but camp will begin LATER THIS MONTH! We've already begun gearing up for the summer with our first staff orientation meetings and cannot wait until June 30!
If you haven't signed up for Summer 2014 yet, it isn't too late! You can download our application here and stop by the Camp Office to sign up! Our hours are Sunday mornings from 10 AM - 12 PM and Wednesday evenings from 7 PM - 9 PM!
If you haven't signed up for Summer 2014 yet, it isn't too late! You can download our application here and stop by the Camp Office to sign up! Our hours are Sunday mornings from 10 AM - 12 PM and Wednesday evenings from 7 PM - 9 PM!
Summer 2014 Orientation Meetings
For Parents:
Wednesday, June 25, 7 PM - 8 PM: Parent Orientation
Sunday, June 29, 10 AM - 12 PM: Last Minute Questions
For Staff: *ALL MEETING ARE MANDATORY*
Wednesday, June 18, 7 PM - 8 PM: Staff Orientation II
Wednesday, June 25, 7 PM - 8 PM: Parent Orientation
Sunday, June 29, 10 AM - 12 PM: Staff Orientation III
Wednesday, June 25, 7 PM - 8 PM: Parent Orientation
Sunday, June 29, 10 AM - 12 PM: Last Minute Questions
For Staff: *ALL MEETING ARE MANDATORY*
Wednesday, June 18, 7 PM - 8 PM: Staff Orientation II
Wednesday, June 25, 7 PM - 8 PM: Parent Orientation
Sunday, June 29, 10 AM - 12 PM: Staff Orientation III
Get to Know Our Staff
Jon Schulman, Group Leader (6/7 Boys)
Hillcrest's Got Talent 2013 How long have you been a part of Hillcrest JC Day Camp?
I’ve been at HJCDC since 2007. This will be my 8th year on staff!
What keeps you coming back year after year?
The warmth and friendliness of the Hillcrest Jewish Center Day Camp community – we really are a family!
Do you have a favorite part of camp?
The BBQ every Wednesday! It's the one chance each week where the Upper and Lower camps can be together to play, eat and have fun in the outdoors
What’s your favorite camp trip?
Adventureland rocks! But the Overnight is my favorite. You get to try things, like mountain-biking, zip-lining or banana-boating, that you've never done before, and hang out really late with your friends (until your counselor tells you flashlight time is over!).
What are you looking forward to most during Summer 2014?
Color War! It's a blast! Not a single camper OR staff member doesn't get into the team spirit! Of course, when I REALLY think about it, it has to be the first day of camp! I just can't WAIT to see all my Hillcrest JC Day Camp friends again!
I’ve been at HJCDC since 2007. This will be my 8th year on staff!
What keeps you coming back year after year?
The warmth and friendliness of the Hillcrest Jewish Center Day Camp community – we really are a family!
Do you have a favorite part of camp?
The BBQ every Wednesday! It's the one chance each week where the Upper and Lower camps can be together to play, eat and have fun in the outdoors
What’s your favorite camp trip?
Adventureland rocks! But the Overnight is my favorite. You get to try things, like mountain-biking, zip-lining or banana-boating, that you've never done before, and hang out really late with your friends (until your counselor tells you flashlight time is over!).
What are you looking forward to most during Summer 2014?
Color War! It's a blast! Not a single camper OR staff member doesn't get into the team spirit! Of course, when I REALLY think about it, it has to be the first day of camp! I just can't WAIT to see all my Hillcrest JC Day Camp friends again!
Featured Alumnus
Robert Prinz
Robert (middle of back row) with his group on Picture Day 2001
When were you a part of Hillcrest JC Day Camp?
I attended HJCDC from age 6 in 1987 until age 20 in 2001.
What did you like most about Hillcrest?
The best part of Hillcrest were the people - fellow campers and staff that came back year after year. It truly was "the camp where everyone knows your name."
Did you have any favorite trips? Activities?
Splish Splash was the best trip, but I have so many great memories of our Wednesday cookouts at Valley Stream Park.
What have you been up to since your time at Hillcrest?
I have been living in Los Angeles for the past 11 years, working at the cable network ABC Family.
Do you still keep in touch with anyone from your time at camp?
I speak to Jessica Sherry the most and then a few others including former campers of mine less frequently on Facebook. I actually just reconnected with a friend from my camper days through Facebook, who recently moved to Los Angeles.
I attended HJCDC from age 6 in 1987 until age 20 in 2001.
What did you like most about Hillcrest?
The best part of Hillcrest were the people - fellow campers and staff that came back year after year. It truly was "the camp where everyone knows your name."
Did you have any favorite trips? Activities?
Splish Splash was the best trip, but I have so many great memories of our Wednesday cookouts at Valley Stream Park.
What have you been up to since your time at Hillcrest?
I have been living in Los Angeles for the past 11 years, working at the cable network ABC Family.
Do you still keep in touch with anyone from your time at camp?
I speak to Jessica Sherry the most and then a few others including former campers of mine less frequently on Facebook. I actually just reconnected with a friend from my camper days through Facebook, who recently moved to Los Angeles.
Throwback Photos!
 Featured Alumnus Robert Prinz and fellow campers enjoy a trip to the beach during Summer 1994! |  "Duck, Duck, Goose" at Alley Pond Park during Bert Rosenberg's time as Camp Director. |  Mini-Golf Trip, Summer 1976 |
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