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!
On Erev Shabbos our lucky, hardworking winners of last week’s Shabbos competition were rewarded with a Go-Karting trip. The traditional Friday staff shifts to La Minerve has resumed!
Bedside inspection proved that our campers are great cleaners, as all the bunks sparkled in preparation for shabbos! The Shabbos davenings had a special chayos throughout Shabbos as well as all the Seudos. Shabbos afternoon campers had learning classes, Mishnayos bal Peh and special activities. Grades 3-5 played board games and grade 6 had an engaging Farbrengen with Rabbi S. B. Cohen as part of the Bachuchik Mivtzah, and a highly sought out Q&A session.
Shmaryonkee had the whole camp rolling from laughter, followed by a special maariv, as the Fierce Shabbos Competiton was coming to its end.
CGI Congratulates bunk Gimmel, Yud Beis and Yud Ches for their hard work throughout Shabbos – as the shabbos competition winners. They will be rewarded later this week iyh.
As a pre- fast, section C (and bar mitzvah boys in grade 6) and staff were treated to a delicious pizza, pasta, fries and salad dinner.
Wishing everyone an easy fast!
Mazel tov to Moshe Minkowicz from Crown Heights, upon his Bar Mitzvah celebrated here in camp with his family and friends!
Thursday was a day to remember!
Campers arose early to capitalise on a full day trip to Canada’s Capital-Ottawa.
On very comfortable coach buses each grade set out for their own itinerary designed for its age group.
Section A, watched the Water Locks, then let out some energy at Fun Haven (arcades) and visited parliament hill.
Section B, visited the Governor Generals house, walked from there to the Canadian Mint and parliament hill and finished the day at Fun Haven.
Section B+, began the day by learning all about the history of Canada’s wars in the Canadian War Museum. From there they went to play arcades at Fun Haven and ended off the day with a massive protest and flash mob in front of parliament hill. They danced in sync and marched all across the area in pride and in unison.
Upon return, after eating dinner, section A went for a swim in our pool, followed by Section B+.
Sections B and B+ both hosted Mivtza events for all dedicated campers who’ve successfully participated in the program.
In the meantime, Section C enjoyed their amazing weekly trip-alternating between paint ball shooting and rope course. They enjoyed a picnic lunch at the trip and were treated to a shopping stop at the well known IGA supermarket.
The entire section had a grand barbecue last night followed by late night sports. It was a long fun filled day!
All sections were treated to a bit more sleep last night and looking forward to another amazing Shabbos in the Rebbe’s camp.
Good Shabbos