Six- flags-La-Ronde-amusement-park was enjoyed by campers and staff of all ages! The rides, shows, and entire park were permeated with the CGI spirit throughout the day! Campers met mid day for Mincha, Freshly delivered Danishes; and at the end of the day a Pizza dinner, and snacks. The buses pulled into camp, returning very happy boys – to head to bed for a good night’s sleep.
Friday morning, everyone was treated to a late revile, followed by a action packed Friday; of learning classes and sports. Staff are actively preparing for the last Shabbos of first session, as we prepare to bid farewell to our first month campers. Special song sheets are being prepared, to be enjoyed throughout Shabbos. Looking forward to an amazing Shabbos Mevorchim Av.
Good Shabbos!
With great spirit, all teams enjoyed the two theme plays yesterday, with a delicious Hot dog / Fries dinner in between. Campers headed to bed in anticipation of the amazing day ahead. The early revile was greeted with enthusiasm – as campers jumped out of bed – excited for the amazing day ahead – the grand trip!!! After Davening and a quick breakfast the buses were loaded and off! Campers are enjoyed the grand trip to La Ronde!
Mazel tov to Mendel Levertov upon his Bar Mitzvah celebrated today in camp with his father and friends.
Bog was is here in full force. Teams “Sheish Shanim” and “Hakhel” presented their scavengers today.
During supper, one camper from each team was called up to explain the theme of his team – in great detail. Following, campers of the other teams were questioned to be sure they all understand the opposing teams’ themes.
Team “Shemita” had the first play – enjoyed by all teams! Campers went to sleep on a high, excited for the day to come.
CGI Wishes a big Mazel Tov to the bochurim that celebrated here in camp with their family and friends. Levi Raskin from Crown Heights, Yehuda Goldman from Philadelphia celebrated their Bar Mitzvahs; and Levi Bush from Petaluma California celebrated his Hanochas Tefillin.
Although campers seemed to think they “knew it the whole time”, the excitement and surprise is felt in the air. Everyone was lined up in white shirts anticipating a special visitor to camp, when they were greeted by BOGWAR! Campers excitedly headed to the shul for the division of teams and presentation of generals.
Following the theme of Dirah B’tachtonim, the age old debate of “do ordinary days serve special days or do special days serve the ordinary” will be addressed.
Team of Sheish Shonim – Headed By: General Mendy Hirsch, LT Sholom Francis, LT Shmuli Cunin, Captain Levi Ladaiov – Focuses on the Dira Betachtonim, bringing purpose into the ordinary and mundane.
Team of Shemita – Headed By: General Shloimy Slavin, LT Kasriel Trourig, LT Yossi Hirsch, Captain Levi Feldman – Will argue that this cannot be done without having the time to focus, and reconnect with Hashem. We need that break – be it in Davening or learning – to remind ourselves of our mission and reset everything based on the larger picture.
Team of Hakhel – Headed by General Mendel Mahatuf, LT Mendel Deitsch, LT Mendel Minkowitz, Captain Dovid Deitsch – Will focus on using the individual strengths and talents of each particular person for one goal creating a sense of unity and wholesomeness.
We wish all three teams tons of Hatzlacha and looking forward to an exciting, entertaining, and educational bog war iyh.
Motzei Shabbos the section C boys had a late night gaga game followed by a pizza Melave Malka, and a late night swim in our fabulous, heated, indoor pool.
Many of the Section C bochurim learned the entire third perek of Tanya bal peh (Shaar Hayichud) and will be rewarded accordingly.
Throughout the fast day, sports continued for the many boys who were not fasting and those that chose to join. The fast day ended with a special lazagna dinner along with delicious onion soup, and fresh doughnuts for all!
Last night, our hard working staff were treated to an incredible Shnitzel event, prepared for them by the head staff. With an incredible menu, great atmosphere, and amazing program, a great time was enjoyed by all!