JUDAICS

The Jewish program at camp focuses on learning through activity. Our staff uses creativity to incorporate Judaic components into our daily program. Each experience becomes a unique and meaningful opportunity for all campers, regardless of background, to connect with the rich culture and heritage of the Jewish people.

We promote positive values that help campers to explore their own identities and develop meaningful relationships with one another. Through 'Kavod' (respect and honor), 'Chevra' (friendship and community), 'Tikun Olam' (caring for our environment; repairing our world) and 'Shalom Bayit' (peace and harmony in the home), campers learn to succeed in community living.

Shabbat is a very special time at camp. We welcome Shabbat on Friday evening with the lighting of the Menorah, camper-led services and Shabbat blessings, a traditional Shabbat dinner and Israeli singing and dancing. Saturday morning services include Saturday Torah Live, a puppet show depicting the Parsha of the week. Each Unit participates in an age-appropriate program designed to introduce the lessons, history and vocabulary of the Torah and its relevance to everyday living. Non-instructional sports and swim time and a beautiful Havdallah service by the lake complete the camp Shabbat experience.

We are a pluralistic camp whose focus is on celebrating Judaism through traditions and practice of our shared history, values and culture. Our ongoing Jewish spirit weaves a positive message of learning and sharing into everyday life. Our program includes Hebrew Word of the Day, blessings before and after meals, observance of Tisha B'Av and Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring (must be pre-arranged with the camp office). Israel Day is a popular program that gives our Israeli staff the opportunity to bring the beauty and culture of their country right here to camp. Judaic elements and themes integrated into our evening activities and special event days provide an enriching experience in a warm Jewish environment

B'nai B'rith Camping Jewish Mission Statement

Judaism at Camp strives to be welcoming and embracing. It is fun and promotes individual growth in a Jewish environment that is an enriching experience.This experience is values-based and community-focused.