Campers arrived at the overnight site, excited to unpack, settle in, and set up their sleeping bags, under a clear starry sky. The barbecued hot dogs were ready for them as they sat round the fire and enjoyed the stories and songs, together with their staff. Early this morning – everyone headed to the onsite […]
Thanks to all of those that made the long trip up to camp for visiting day. Under a sunny sky, with a pleasant breeze, the weather could not have been better. Campers really enjoyed showing their families our amazing camp grounds and especially our new playing fields. At 6:30 pm, campers hurried to learning classes, […]
After a very special Shabbos here in CGI – we are happy to share the winners of a very tight Shabbos competition. Our hardworking winners are: bunks Beis, Ches, and Chof Beis with Bunk Yud Tes coming in as a close runner up. Winners will be rewarded later on this week iyh with a special […]
Last night we were all entertained with another amazing in house E- with Jared the Contortionist! All sections of camp packed our main shul to enjoy breathtaking stunts. He amazed us as he squeezed himself through a tennis racket and walked on his hands while folded in half. Campers returned to their bunks wondering how […]
Two tents were set up in the center of camp for our very own, in-house-escape-room. It was brought all the way from Montreal, and set up in camp by our very own staff. Each bunk had a turn to enjoy this amazing activity; bringing out the detective in them. Was certainly a great hit. Section […]
Huge smiles could be seen on the campers’ faces as the buses returned to camp last night. The grade trips went extremely well bh! Grade 4 went to a trampoline park- Elevation and out for pizza in the Cavendish mall food court. Grade 5 went bowling and to the Darkzone laser tag, and grade 6 […]
Today is our grade trip day. A special day for each camper to get to know others from his grade with a special trip just for them. Grades 4 (section A), grade 5 (section B) and Grade 6 (section B+) are heading to the buses following a delicious breakfast for their amazing grade trip. Details […]
Another beautiful sunny day in Gan Yisroel bh! And the runaways continue. Early this morning bunk Ches was seen at our lake front leaving for their runaway across the lake. Campers were treated to a cook-out breakfast and an exhilarating tube ride. This past Shabbos, many bunks worked really hard to win Shabbos competition and […]
Shabbos Gimmel Tammuz was something special here in CGI! The Seudos turning into warm Farbrengens, as the head counselors farbrenged and led the singing of Rebbe-songs and many niggunim. The atmosphere was special on this very special day. It was heartwarming to watch the enthusiasm of the campers and staff throughout Shabbos. Mishnayos bal peh […]
Last night, following a day full of amazing sports and activities, the camper of all sections joined in the air conditioned dining room to enjoy the first in house entertainment of the season. Campers and staff enjoyed the tricks and quick moves, our magician entertained us with. When all was still, and campers were asleep, […]