Florida Camps Gather for Day of Unity and Fun
An incredible day of unity and fun for South Florida CGI camps was organized by Rabbi Shmuly G. of Chabad Youth Network of Florida.
An incredible day of unity and fun for South Florida CGI camps was organized by Rabbi Shmuly G. of Chabad Youth Network of Florida.
Campers and staff got off the bus amazed by the sight that met their eyes. A brand new shul and dining room, pristine grounds, stunning scenery, and a vast lake so crisp it can make one thirsty. They were soon to learn though, that the fine accommodations were only the beginning. A magnificent program was awaiting them, with fun filled activities and exciting trips.
Campers enjoy their Fifth week at Lubavitch Day Camp in Monsey, NY.
Last night after the campers had fallen fast asleep, the staff and counselors of Gan Israel Parksville made their way down to the camp square. What awaited them was a beautifully arranged BBQ!
43 Jewish children enjoyed their summer vacation at Camp Benyamin, a brand new camp run by Beth Loubavitsh of Paris. The campgrounds are located about 250 miles west of Paris in the city of Bournezeau – near the Atlantic coast.
The last week of Camp Gan Israel in Lyon, France was a time to remember for the many children attending. They enjoyed color war, bowling, a bonfire, excursions and most of all – learning more about their Jewish heritage.
Gan Yisroel has always been famous for their phenomenal choice in staff. The steady flow of dedicated, talented, and Chassidishe staff members has long been a hallmark of CGI. This year’s incredibly eclectic group is no exception.
Campers and staff at Yeshiva Summer Program in Morristown, NJ donned their Shabbos clothes and gathered for a group portrait on the campus’ baseball field.
Campers and counselors gathered in the dining hall at Gan Yisroel in Parksville, NY to bid farewell to those leaving at the conclusion of the first month of summer vacation.
Yeshivas Kayitz of Minnesota went on a grand trip to South Dakota, where they visited one of the nation’s most famous landmarks: Mount Rushmore. The trip continued with water tubing, ATV trails, and several other activities and landmarks in the American Midwest.
Campers at Gan Yisroel in Parksville, NY enjoyed ‘Carnival Day’ on Friday. Each bunk created a game which campers would play in pairs; the winner of each game received a ticket which would be cashed in for prizes at the end of the day.
Campers enjoyed their second week at Gan Israel of Lyon, France, where Jewish children from all over the city are given the wonderful dual experience of learning about their faith and having a blast.
This week, Camp Gan Yisroel of Simcha Monica went on a trip to Six Flags. Before going on the trip, they were briefed by the head counselor about the rules which must be followed in such a large area. After listing all the rules, the head counselor made an offer: “Whichever group of campers will find a Jew and put on Teffilin with him, they will be rewarded – each Jew, another prize!”
Talmidim and Staff of Y.S.P. in Morristown spent a day at Six Flags Great Adventure, where they enjoyed the great weather, rides and roller-coasters – and did Mivtzoim.
Camp L’man Achai, an overnight camp in Upstate New York for boys ages 8-16 from newly-observant families, had a wonderful first visiting day this past Sunday.
BOG war (the fist-month version of color war, with three teams: Blue, Orange and Green) came as a surprise last week to campers at Gan Yisroel in Parksville, NY.
Bochurim prepare for Shabbos by shopping, doing laundry and reviewing the Sedra twice with targum at Yeshiva Summer Program in Morristown, NJ.