Shabbos Mevorchim & Bunk War & Chayeinus

Shabbos Mevorchim Elul was celebrated as would be appropriate for the special month. Tehillim was highly encouraged. All campers were treated to a fresh doughnut, and section C was once again indulged with a a special breakfast buffet following a packed house of tehillim.

After Shabbos, section C bunk war broke out with the help of Rabbi Nechemia Deitsch, the visiting Shliach.  Section C is heavily involved in their own war. Campers are preparing songs, plays, skits and more. The hidden talents are quickly being recognized by every camper involved.

As many campers made Hachlotas for Chof Av, quite a few included “saying Chitas”. A sponsor came through with plenty of Chayeinus to help implement this Hachlato.

After a lively Shabbos, the race was fierce for Shabbos competition. The winters are bunks Yud Alef, Daled and Chof. Yud Alef and Daled went bowling today, and chof will be rewarded shortly iyh.

Overnight 2021!

Overnight 2021! A memorable event. The setting: a nearby farm with open fields and lots of friendly animals, under a clear – star filled sky!

After setting up the tents and sleeping bags, enjoying barbecued hotdogs in fresh buns, campers sat around the enormous fire, inspired by the stories and songs they shared. The warmth continued late into the night- as campers drifted to sleep in their designated sleeping locations.

Everyone was bused back to camp early this morning, for a quick cereal & milk breakfast and off for some well-deserved sleep. Revile was postponed – followed by davening breakfast and a day full of sports, activity and lots of fun.

Looking forward to a very special Shabbos Mevorchim Ellul here in the Rebbe’s camp.

Have a great Shabbos.

WATER PARK

The outdoor water park was the destination for all campers yesterday! Following a delicious Pizza lunch all campers of all departments of camp, and staff, boarded the many buses to this amazing park. Upon arrival, Mincha was davened and supper was served before entering the park. Campers and staff enjoyed the amazing slides, pools and wave pools the park had to offer. Everyone was greeted at the buses with a fresh chocolate Danish before heading back to camp for a well-deserved good night’s sleep.

Staff Outdoor Play – A Huge Success

Our huge backfields were transformed into several scenes in Cracow. All the hidden talents of our amazing staff came to life, with the building, painting back drops, creating costumes, and acting out the suspenseful-annual-staff-outdoor-play. The silent audience enjoyed the incredible acting as well as professional sound and lighting. The suspenseful play depicted the importance of Emunah and Bitochon combined with the constant Hashgocha Protis in every scene.

At a late hour, all campers returned to their bunk with lots to discuss, internalize and analyze. Everyone was treated to a late reveille this morning, to be well rested for the big day ahead iyh.

Shirt Decorating Activity

All divisions of camp were treated to a special activity. Every camper and staff member decorated and painted his own CGI shirt. The activity was creative, enjoyable, and gave each camper amazing results. Campers were seen proudly wearing their new piece of art.

Grades 4 and 5 were treated to their special barbecue events – beautifully prepared for them by their counselors and head staff. A great time was enjoyed by all.

Mazel tov to Yaakov Wenger from Montreal upon his Hanochas tefillin, celebrated here in camp with his father and friends. Lots of Nachas to the entire Wenger family.

 

Annual Concert Smashing Success

After a breezy sunny day of great sports and activity, all sections of camp joined in the gym for our annual concert. Shlomo Simcha sang along with Bensimon’s lively music. The interactive concert had campers and staff, singing, dancing and enjoying the incredible atmosphere!

Mazel tov upon his Avraham Makhlin from Los Angeles CA upon his Bar Mitzvah celebrated today in camp with his parents and friends. Lots of Nachas to the entire family.

Uplifting Shabbos & Grade 6 Event & Staff Appreciation Breakfast

We enjoyed another uplifting Shabbos, with lots excitement throughout all the Seudos- stories, niggunim, camp songs etc. Seder niggunim was also quite special as each section of camp mastered a new niggun – patiently and meticulously taught to them by a group of learning teachers.

Motzei Shabbos came in with lots of action including a special waffle/ice cream event for all grade 6 campers that partook in the Mivtza throughout the week. Section C campers were all treated to a special late night, for each bunk, including French fries parties, Slurpee trips and more.

Sunday morning, the staff were treated to a lavish breakfast of lox-cream cheese-bagels, pastries, omelets, variety of coffees and yogurts. Great appreciation was shared for their amazing tireless work.

Chof Av By The Rebbe & In Camp

After much anticipation and preparation, the trip to the Rebbe was an extraordinary experience for all. The entire camp walked through the Rebbe’s Ohel, with Panim, and then headed to 770 for Mincha and a brief rally. Campers and staff returned to camp inspired with an increased feeling of connection. It was an uplifting trip for all.

Rabbi Meir Rodal, Mashpiah in Oholei Torah and Chovivei Torah, farbrenged with every section of camp following the special visit to the Rebbe. Campers, Section C Bochurim, and then staff were each addressed accordingly, climaxing an already moving day.

The one bus of Section C boys that did not make it (due to bus issues) are off this morning for their special trip to the Rebbe. They left bright and early considering traffic etc.

CGI is honored to welcome Rabbi Shimmy Weinbaum to share inspiration with campers and staff alike throughout Shabbos. Looking forward to another amazing Shabbos here in the Rebbe’s camp!

Sports & Section C Event & Chof Av By The Rebbe

Another amazing day of sports and activities was enjoyed by campers of all sections BH.  Be sure to view the pictures to see your son in action!

Last night, following a delicious schnitzel dinner, campers were treated to another in house entertainer. The mentalist had everyone at the edge of his seat, trying to figure out just “how did he do it”!

Section C had a glamorous event, prepared for them by their amazing staff. A barbecue was royally displayed on one of our basketball courts, and the campers were treated to a lavish menu, with an incredible program.

After a week of Hachonas, the entire CGI family is heading to the Rebbe in honor of Chof Av. The stops will include both 770 and the Ohel, with a fresh pizza lunch midway. Wonderful hachlotas were taken in honor of this auspicious day, which will be shared with the Rebbe iyh.

Staff Appreciation & Auction Night

The hardworking staff were treated to an incredible, lavish, appreciation event. The menu of baguettes, pastrami, schnitzel, corn beef and more- were royally displayed by the head staff. Staff were shown the appreciation they well deserved – with an evening enjoyed by all. Each staff member was gifted with a sleek CGI wallet- to top off the evening.

After a major been hunt two nights ago, campers from grades 4,5,6 were given a chance to bid at the grand auction last night, acquiring great prizes for their bunks.

Section C Is getting ready for their special event taking place tonight iyh.

Mazel tov to Isaac Mintz from Redondo Beach, California upon his Hanochas Tefillin celebrated here in camp today with his friends and parents. Lots of Nachas to the Mintz family.