Second session off to a great start & Bunk /Class lists on the way

The second session of camp is off to a fantastic start! The warm welcome for new campers and the enthusiasm of the remaining campers have created a wonderful atmosphere.

Everyone is enjoying a much needed on-site-day-on campgrounds; with learning classes, sports, lake activities and of course delicious meals- with lots of spirit. Stay tuned for trips starting up again tomorrow iyh.

Reminder to parents: Bunk and class lists will be sent out later today by email. Please hold off on sending your son emails- till you have your son’s bunk number!

Have a great day!

Smooth Transition!

Wow so much happened over the past 24 hours!

A banquet celebration in the shul- congratulating the best campers in bunks, classes as well as the best bunks in bunk competition, Kluger learning classes and sports! Lots of Trophies and certificates were distributed!

A beautiful, tasty banquet was prepared by our chef Menachem and his staff, of Soup, schnitzel and buns, couscous, salad, cake and watermelon. The spirit was amazing, as the final songs for the session were sung, as well as great speakers from each department and age group expressing the amazing season they just experienced.

This morning, bright and early- following davening and breakfast, we bid farewell to our NY, Montreal campers and the many going directly to the airport to fly across the country.

In the meantime, we greeted our new campers coming from all over! BH with a smooth transition campers headed to the shul to meet and greet the new campers and the new bunk – followed by a delicious lunch!

Second session has taken off to a great start bh!

Parents will be sent the bunk and class lists tomorrow iyh. Please hold off on sending your sons an email till tomorrow– so that you have the proper bunk number.  

Below please find the campers in Section C chosen as Talmid Hashavuah for the last week of the first session.

 

1 Moshe Rivkin

2 Sholom Shur

3 Yisroel Rivkin

4 Sholom Ber Feldman

5 Naftali Polter

6 Avremy Young

7 Levi Heidingsfeld

8 Yehuda Hillel

9 Yitzchak Wolvovsky

10 Meir Shanowitz

11 Motele Levin

12 Mendel Katz

Mitzvah Events & No-extra-space-on-second-session-buses

The Mivtzah events were such a hit.

Both grades 5 and 6 had their grand Mivtzah reward last night- with a special food event – beautifully prepared for them by their very creative, hardworking staff.

Today, our last day of first session, we are closing in on sports leagues and Kluger for the first session. First month campers are being given time to pack and collect their Prizes and canteen money.

Plans are underway for a mini banquet tonight- as we sadly bid farewell to our departing campers.

 

Please note: There is NO space on the NY bus coming for the second session. Please DO NOT bring packages to the buses- as they will not fit in and therefore not be brought up to camp- or distributed.

Thanks for your cooperation

Motzei Shabbos – what a busy night!

After an incredibly Spirited Shabbos- the last Shabbos of first session, every department of camp was treated to a special Motzei Shabbos event.

 

Grade 4 – Enjoyed night swimming in our heated indoor pool followed by an ice cream party!

Grade 5 – Baked cookies followed by a grand Ga-Ga game!

Grade 6 – sat round the blazing campfire – being inspired by the song and stories shared! It was hard to part and head of to bed!

Grade 7 – Special candy Mivtzah event- consisting of Ice cream, waffles and all the trimmings in addition to a full unlimited candy buffet.

Mazel tov to Yisroel Sandhaus upon his Bar Mitzvah celebrated here in camp with his family and friends!

Grand Trip Day & Last Shabbos of First Session

The silence was deafening…the campgrounds were vacant! Thursday was Grand- trip day for all departments.

Grades 4,5, and 6 were woken at the crack of dawn for an early Shacharis and breakfast- giving them a head start to enjoy 6 flags, La Ronde and the rides and excitement it has to offer. Campers were treated to pizza and fresh, warm Danishes – delivered to the park straight from Renfell’s bakery – in addition to many snacks provided. A grand time was enjoyed by all.

Section C headed out a bit later, to the world-famous jet boating located at the old port of Montreal.  After an invigorating ride, they headed to Cavendish Mall in Montreal for some much-needed shopping and a delicious pizza dinner, in the mall’s food court.

This morning, our hard working – devoted staff- were treated to a gourmet breakfast event- including omelets, pastries, yogurt & granola, bagels lox & cream cheese and lots more – all lavishly prepared for them by the head staff.

Plans are underway for an amazing Shabbos- the last Shabbos of first session- as we prepare to bid farewell to our departing campers.

Have a great Shabbos.

Staff Night Out & Grand Trip

The nonstop action at CGI continues to thrill! Following an exhilarating day of sports, water activities, and on-site fun, our dedicated staff were treated to a well-deserved night out. They enjoyed a delicious catered dinner, followed by fun-filled bowling, fostering warmth and achdus among the team.

Meanwhile, Section C experienced an unforgettable camper-counselor Kluger game, a meaningful and insightful activity that engaged all campers and staff in the section. This special event promoted teamwork, camaraderie, and memorable moments.

This morning, campers rose early, eager to embark on the GRAND TRIP. After davening and a quick breakfast, they’re now boarding the buses, bursting with anticipation for the exciting adventures ahead. The energy is palpable!

Have a great day!

Talmid Hashavua Week #3

Bog war was an incredible success enjoyed by campers and staff of all departments.

Today, שבעה עשר בתמוז everyone was treated to a well-deserved late revile- after a few really tiring days.

We are pleased to share the names of all campers who were תלמיד השבוע for past week!  Lots of Nachas from all of them!

Class Alef: Lazer Perlstein

Class Beis:  Levi Kirsh

Class Gimmel: Eli Wenger

Class Daled: Mendel Slavaticki

Class Hey: Zalman Baumgarten

Class Vov: Mein Einbinder

Class Zayin: Eliezer Wenger

Class Ches: Meir Kahanov

Class Tes: Yehoshua Ceitlin

Class Yud: Mendel Stillerman

Class Yud Alef: Zalman Gansbourg

Class Yud Beis: Nosson Deitsch

Class Yud Gimmel: Levi Grossbaum

Class Yud Daled: Tzvi Bazes

Class Tes Vov: Mendel Karp

Class Tes Zayin: Nosson Benshimon

Class Yud Zayin: Yehoshua Dubrawsky

Class Yud Ches: Zalman Lein

Class Yud Tes: Mendel Potash

Class Chof: Dovid Friedman

Class Chof Alef: Mordechai Rivkin

Class Chof Beis: Nissim Mockin

Class Chof Gimmel: Nosson Bensimon

Class Chof Daled: Yisroel Rubinson

Class Chof Hey: Levi Zirkind

Class Chof Vov: Shneur Minsky

Section C:

1 Mendel Cohen

2  Asher Altein

3 Mendel Zaklos

4 Aron Yosef Lazaroff

5 Mendel Kivman

6 Nossen Mintz

7 Sholom Ber Lazar

8 Shimon Geizinski

9 Shmulik Baumgarten

10 Mendel Matusoff

11 Leibel Kessler

12 Avrumy Schild

Bog War & Section C Mivtzah Event

Day 1 of bog war ended with the first incredible play! The excitement continues to build throughout the day, as campers eagerly anticipate not one, but two more thrilling plays today! Amidst the action-packed schedule, campers are also busy with mishnayos-bal-peh, song presentations, scavengers, and plenty of Chayus.

Section C enjoyed a truly unforgettable experience last night with their very own Chanukah Mivtzah event. The dedicated staff went above and beyond to prepare, cook, and present an incredible display that left a lasting impression.

CGI wishes a big mazel tov to Levi Kahan from Medford, NJ upon his Bar Mitzvah- celebrated in camp today with his family and friends.

After an amazing Shabbos filled with chayus, mishnayos bal peh, niggunim and farbrengens- we are excited to share that Bog was is here!

“Shleimas war”- as it is being called- has the staff and campers divided into three teams- with themes that are most appropriate for our times.

שלימת העם
שלימת התורה
שלימת הארץ

Mazel Tov to  Sholom Yarmush from Kingston, Pennsylvania,  upon his Hanochas Tefillin – celebrated here in camp with his family and friends.

Concert event!

Following the excitement of their trips, campers and staff from all departments gathered in the air-conditioned shul for the concert of the year, featuring the talented Yossi Rodal. The electrifying performance had everyone singing along to a variety of songs, including niggunim and other favorites.

After the concert, Rabbi Mordechai Wenger led a meaningful farbrengen with the staff in honor of Yud Beis Tammuz, infusing the evening with inspiration and joy. We extend our gratitude to Rabbi Wenger for joining us and making Yud Beis Tammuz so special.

Mazel tov to Avraham Antopolsky, from Atlanta Georgia upon his Hanochos Tefillin celebrated here in camp with family and friends.

Looking forward to an amazing Shabbos here in the Rebbe’s Camp.

Good Shabbos