Machane Ephraim is the dedicated masmidim division of Camp Agudah, operating on the same sprawling Catskills campus in Liberty, NY. Built around a structured Masmidim program, bochurim set personal learning goals and work toward siyumim — one celebrated summer saw 130 bochurim complete 175 masechtos in a single session, turning visiting day into a full-on Yom Tov. Led by Rosh Machane Ephraim Rav Elimelech Belsky, the program draws on the full recreational resources and legendary ruach of Camp Agudah while maintaining the serious limud HaTorah that defines this division. Pricing (2025): ~$2,725/session — register at ruachcountry.org.
About This Camp
Camp Agudah in Liberty, NY is one of the most storied Orthodox Jewish summer camps in America, operating under Agudath Israel of America since 1925. Set on beautiful grounds in the Catskill Mountains, Camp Agudah combines rigorous Torah learning with spirited summer fun — sports, swimming, trips, and the legendary Agudah ruach that has shaped generations of committed Jewish families. A training ground for gedolei Yisroel.
Highlights
- Catskill Mountains
- Flagship Agudath Israel boys camp
- Ruchniyus-centered programming
- Legendary ruach
- Since 1925
Sessions
- Full summer (8 weeks)
- Half summer (4 weeks)
Jewish Character
This is a Haredi / Agudath Israel program. All programming, dining, and daily life reflect authentic Orthodox Jewish values — glatt kosher meals, full Shabbos observance, daily tefillah, and Torah learning.
