Security at Camp Zeke
At Camp Zeke, we take the security of our community very seriously. Over the past several years, we have been awarded state and federal grants and raised funding that have allowed us to strengthen our security infrastructure and implement important safety measures across camp.
- Camp maintains 24/7 security personnel on site to ensure continuous monitoring and protection. There is a single, controlled access point into camp, which is both gated and staffed. Every individual entering camp must stop at the guard booth for identification, check-in, and approval before being granted access.
- Camp is situated on a private property with natural surroundings that provide an added layer of security and separation from public access. Our campus layout allows for careful monitoring through the single entry point, and movement within camp is managed through additional internal controls.
- Camp has a closed-circuit surveillance system throughout the campus which is constantly monitored from our camp grounds as well as remote locations. Cameras are positioned to support visibility at key locations across the property.
- We maintain an emergency communication system that can quickly reach the entire camp community, ensuring that staff and campers can be promptly alerted and guided in any situation.
- Camp has comprehensive security procedures and protocols, which all staff are trained on during orientation, with reinforcement drills conducted throughout the summer. All of our security procedures were recently vetted and updated following consultation and guidance from Secure Community Network (SCN) and Jewish communal security experts who work within the UJA-Federation of New York’s network.
- We maintain a good relationship with the state police and local emergency responders. Camp is part of a broader security network that provides alerts and updates regarding any potential concerns in our region.
Every summer, our goal is to create wonderful, meaningful, and transformational experiences for our campers, and we know that it all begins with a foundation of safety and security. This is something we keep top of mind in all our planning and staff training.
