As the buses were pulling in after overnights, campers unpacked showered and rested after an incredible overnight and trip.
While they were settling in, section C was occupied in building, painting, costume making, song and speech writing, in preparation for their very own grand sing. Campers of all three teams of “Adoneinu”, “Moreinu” and “Rabbeinu” gave it their all! The grand sing, was a site to see; lebedik, and intense, with a warm feeling of Achdus!
Section C did not waste any time, and were off – bright and early this morning, on another amazing trip.
A beautiful sunny day here in camp, welcomes a full day of sports and water activities for the rest of camp.
We would like to suggest, that at this point of the season, you stop sending letters or packages to camp from the states, as they may arrive after camp is over. We have had quite a few of these situations in the past years, and wanted to give parents advance warning. As you are well aware, this Sunday is visiting day; a great opportunity to bring or send your son any last minute things you may want him to have.
While Section C was heavily involved in an intense Bunk War; including great songs, plays and all the rest; the rest of camp emptied out!
It started off with the section B leaving camp before lunch for their trip to paint ball shooting. After lunch, the rest of camp met them at the overnight site, and began unpacking, and setting up their tents and sleeping bags, for what turned out to be an Amazing overnight – under a clear starry sky! Following a delicious hot dog dinner, campers and staff sat round the fire in song! The atmosphere was electric!
Early this morning, following davening and breakfast, section A headed to their Rope course trip, while section B+ went Paint ball shooting.
Campers will be given, unpacking, shower, and rest time upon their return to camp iyh.
Mazel tov To Shmuel Eisenbach from Waterbury CT, upon his Hanochas Tefillin, celebrated here in camp with family and friends.
The shul was roaring with excitement – as all departments of camp; Sections A, B, B+, C and Masmidim enjoyed the lively concert performed by Baruch S. Blesofsky along with Musician Fitche benshimon. The lights, the action, the dancing and the singing, were a site to see! CGI Thanks the two talented performers for taking the long trip to camp for this incredible event.
Section C, was shocked with the break out of Bunk War following the concert. Campers quickly ran to their Zal for the division of teams and general entrances. For the next 2 days, Section C will be totally immersed in this intense war between the three teams. Best of luck to all the teams.
Once again, our hardworking staff, were given a token of appreciation with a grand steak-barbecue- event last night. The head staff prepared a lavish menu of mini burgers, steaks, Chicken and beef skewers, homemade rolls, and so much more. The event went on late into the night and was enjoyed by all with a great feeling of Achdus.
This morning bunks Alef and Yud Beis went Go-Karting, as a reward for winning “Shabbos competition” last Shabbos! Congratulations to the hardworking bunks!
Overnights are in the air! Campers are excited to get packing and out, after lunch today! Looking forward to an exciting overnight and trip for campers in sections A, B and B+.
Shabbos tisha bav was a special Shabbos here in camp. The dining room farbrengens were warm and inspiring as the head counselors shared pertinent stories and Divrei Torah followed by lively and meaningful songs. Every bunk was involved throughout Shabbos. During Shalosh Seudos, the staff burst into the dining room in dance, following their Farbrengen. The entire camp joined as they danced to the niggun Hakofas. May this be our last Tisha B’av ever!
During the day of Tisha b’av a grand camper/counselor game of baseball took place! Always a highlight! We were thrilled to break our fast on the delicious supper of; pea soup, pizza, salad, corn on the cob, cake and melon. A loud cheer was heard when laundry was announced. Following Marriv campers were excited to run to their bunks for the special “treat” of sorting their laundry.
Under a sunny sky we are enjoying a great day of sports, water activities and swimming. Looking forward to our special in house E tonight after our first “fleishig” dinner!
It was a day of anticipation as campers anxiously waited for the grand staff outdoor play. They watched with excitement as buildings were put up, and props and backdrops were painted. Following a day of sports and activities, all sections and divisions of camp, gathered around the kick ball field, which was transformed into an old city in Spain. Campers were treated to bagged popcorn and drinks, as they were taken back in time, to a time – that living openly as a Jew was not easily accepted. They laughed, they cheered, and they enjoyed; watching their staff and head staff unfold an intense storyline. The achdus of all departments working together was remarkable.
This morning everyone is treated to a later revile, preparing us for another amazing Shabbos here in CGI. Good Shabbos.