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WE SEE ONE HAPPY CAMPER. Ziplining. Waterskiing. Singing under the stars. Jewish overnight camp is a chance for kids to explore who they are and who they want to become—while having the summer of their lives. Campers are bunkmates and team players, artists and athletes, creative problem-solvers and blossoming leaders. With over 155 traditional and specialty options, there is a perfect Jewish camp experience for your child.

First-time campers may be eligible for up to $1000 oﬀ! Find your perfect camp today: OneHappyCamper.org a roundofmini-golf allinoneday. Each a house, learn aboutracialjustice, andplay most important experiences. We can paint places wherewecanauthentically havethe cities where we can do the greatest work, in because weseriouslychangelives. We goto self. Ifservice-learningsounds serious, that’s on communitiesacrosstheU.S., andonyour adventures inwhichyoumake a realimpact AJSS summerprogramsarelife-changing see adonpage 65 airylouise.org [email protected]; (410) 466-9010 a specialRookiecampavailable. and more!Campersspangrades2-12, with robotics, crafts, drama, dance, swimming, cluding skateboarding, sports, culinaryarts, everything fromarcherytozip-lining, in- ents. Ourdynamicprogrammingincludes endless opportunitiestodiscovernewtal- to find theirinnerawesome byoffering over 90summers. We encouragecampers overnight Jewishcampingexperiencesfor Louise forgirlshaveprovidedfun-filled Maryland, Camp Airy forboysandCamp Nestled intherollinghillsof Western or American JewishSocietyfor MOMENT

Camp airy/Camp Louise MAGAZINE look throughthiscampguide. —Foundation for Jewish Camp of yourhomeandfamily’s values. child thrives. The rightcampforyourchildbecomesanextension few minutes and think aboutthe type of environment in which your there areasmanyuniqueapproachescamps. Take a proud oftheirheritage. campers—and youngleaders—whofeelsureofthemselvesandare or dancingwiththeirfriends, Jewishcampcreatesacommunityof filled environment. Whetherthey’replayingbasketball, zip-lining, J Once youhavethoughtabitaboutwhatarelookingfor, takea Every campisdifferent. Fromphilosophytofacilitiesfood, Ser are—and whotheywanttobecome—inaninspiring, fun- or war. At camp, kidsgetthechancetoexplorewhothey ewish campisaboutsomuchmorethancampfiresandcol- vice (AJSS) - [email protected]; perlmancamp.org (301) 231-5300 nected whether they aresevenorseventeen. community, whereyour childwillfeelcon- man offersatight-knitandfamily-oriented new skillsandfriends, but anewhome. Perl- camper willleavethesummer not justwith fosters Jewishvalues, morals andethics. Your letics, arts, aquatics, outdoor adventure, and camping experiencethatencompassesath- munity andbeyond. We offeratraditional operation andleadershipinthecampcom- environment thatenhancesteamwork, co- OurhallmarkisapluralisticJewish of self. for growth and the development of a sense atmosphere, whichprovidesopportunities Perlman Campoffersafunandinclusive [email protected]; ajss.org; seeadonpage 61 (301) 664-6400 world, anewfamily, andamazingmemories. with newskills, adeeperunderstandingofthe beautiful areasnearby. We leavetheprogram plore thecityforfun, ortraveltouniqueand weekends, we reflect and rejuvenate as we ex- unique experiencesourcityhastooffer. On new homethroughfood, music, andwhatever causes ofissues, andtakeintheculturesofour nity, discoverpeople’s stories, learnaboutroot weekday, wevolunteerwithournewcommu- B’nai ’rthPerlmanCamp tains ofWestern Maryland. Camp Louise intheCatoctin Moun- for her puppet LambChop, attended Entertainer ShariLewis, best known Shari Lewis located inMorgantown, WV. burgh’s EmmaKaufmann Camp, camper at theJCC of Greater Pitts- Tank investor MarkCubanwas a Dallas Mavericks owner andShark Mark Cuban Wisconsin’s Blass Lake. at JCC Chicago’s CampChi,located on HBO seriesEntourage, spentsummers known for hisrole asAriGoldonthe Three-time Emmy winnerJeremy Piven, Jeremy Piven Where thes January/February 2016 /Mo ment get theirs GUIDE 2016 A SPECILDVERTISING SECTION

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59 Camp Bauercrest CAMP TEL NOAR, CAMP TEVYA, A COHEN CAMP A NUT-FREE COHEN CAMP Since 1931, Camp Bauercrest is a tra- A spirited, co-ed, Jewish overnight camp, ditional overnight sports camp for Spirited and NUT-FREE, Camp Tel Noar Camp Tevya offers a summer of fun, self- boys ages 8–16 and has been deliver- offers a summer of fun, forever friends, confidence and “forever friends” with ing unforgettable summers for over 80 laughter, and confidence, all infused with sports, arts and activities from waterskiing years. Located just an hour away from Jewish living and values. We invite your to tennis to soccer to talent shows, all un- Boston in Amesbury, MA, Camp Bauer- child to join Camp Tel Noar’s co-ed, close- der the tall pines of Lake Potanipo. Our crest enjoys a beautiful property right knit community for an exhilarating summer: counselors encourage our campers to take on the shores of Lake Attitash for all of arts & crafts, athletics, visual & performing chances, try new things, and experience the our activities and events. Our program arts, water sports on Sunset Lake and in our satisfaction of accomplishment and commu- philosophy is to use the mediums of pool, a full gamut of electives, inter-camp nity every day. Field, court and water sports, athletics, competition and tradition to competition, special events, trips and more. visual and performing arts, a full gamut of develop self-esteem, independence, and Located just an hour from Boston or four electives, inter-camp competition, field camaraderie in our boys to create a com- hours from NYC, Camp Tel Noar is trans- trip and more. Located just an hour from munity unlike any other. We focus our denominational and Kosher. Jewish choices Boston or four hours from NYC. Transde- entire program around our four S.T.A.R. and values inspire our community all week, nominational and Kosher. Jewish choices principles—Sportsmanship, Teamwork, especially on Shabbat, through song, dance, and values inspire our community all week, Achievement, and Responsibility—both and tradition. We are one of three Cohen especially on Shabbat, through song, dance, on and off the courts and fields, result- Camps, New England Jewish overnight and tradition. We are one of three Cohen ing in a fun, supportive, and engaging camps led by three generations of steadfast Camps, led by three generations of stead- environment that forms a brotherhood family leadership, capped by Dor L’Dor, an fast family leadership, and capped by Dor of our campers and staff. It is this sort of Israel leadership program for Cohen Camps L’Dor, an Israel leadership program for tight bond and belonging that we strive teens. Two-week option, sibling discounts Cohen Camps teens. Sibling discounts and to achieve with each of our campers and and first-time camper grants available. ACA- first-time camper grants available. ACA- believe enables them to share an experi- accredited. Tours all year. Sponsored by Eli accredited. Tours all year. Sponsored by Eli ence that truly lasts “for a lifetime.” and Bessie Cohen Camps in Sunset Lake, and Bessie Cohen Camps in Lake Potanipo; (978) 388-4732 Hampstead, NH for ages 8–16. Brookline, NH for ages 8–16. [email protected] (781) 489-2070 (781) 489-2070 bauercrest.org [email protected]; camptelnoar.org [email protected]; camptevya.org see ad above see ad above

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CAMP PEMBROKE, A COHEN CAMP FOR GIRLS

New for 2016: two-week option! The only all-girls, trans-denominational Jewish camp in New England, Camp Pembroke www.ajss.org is a unique sisterhood and spirited community. Located near Cape Cod, Pem- After 7 summers at sleep away camp, I was ready broke offers fun, sun, arts, performance and sports in a special world totally de- to spend my summer doing something bigger voted to empowering each young woman. than myself. I swapped my tennis racket for a Your daughter will delight in the freedom and self-confidence to be herself, try new hammer, and in doing so, I made a difference in things, and cheer on others—whether on the lives of others and my own. -Rachel, age 16 the water, field, court, or stage. She’ll love Pembroke’s airy visual-arts studio, camp shows, and more. Specialty programs in- For information about our transformative clude horseback riding, ice skating, and service-learning programs, contact: golf. Through it all, girls experience joy- ful Jewish life and learning as a source of shared values and traditions. We are one [email protected] of three Cohen Camps, led by three generations of steadfast family leadership, 301.664.6400 and capped by Dor L’Dor, an Israel leadership program for Cohen Camps teens. Mention Moment to receive $100 off Sibling discounts and first-time camper summer program tuition grants available. ACA-accredited. Tours all year. Sponsored by Eli and Bessie Co- hen Camps in Lake Oldham; Pembroke, MA for Girls, ages 8–16. (781) 489-2070 [email protected]; camppembroke.org see ad on left

Chai Lifeline—Camp Simcha/ Simcha Special

Camp Simcha/Camp Simcha Special provides a summer respite from loneliness and isolation to more than 450 children and teens with life-threatening illnesses or serious chronic conditions. Campers enjoy a true summer camp experience, with activities that include sports, swimming, boating, crafts, zip lines, paintball, campfires, arts and crafts, interactive shows and concerts, and Color War. Our focus is on normalcy. Children live in spacious cabins with their peers and counselors. Activities are modi- fied and adapted to assure that every child, no matter how ill or disabled can participate. The medical center is staffed with pediatric specialists and ancillary therapists whose goal is to maintain health and safety regardless of a child’s medical needs. Our goal is to build courage and confidence through activities, friendship, compassion and love. We encourage campers to shoot for the moon and help them reach it so

January/February 2016 / Moment 61 CHOOSE YOUR JCC SUMMER ADVENTURE Create your own experience, guided by Jewish values.

“JCC camp is where [my kids] discovered their Jewish heart.” Karen B., camp parent ATHLETICS ARTS TRAVEL TRADITIONAL AND SPECIALTY CAMPS

Whether you’re a teen athlete, artist, or intrepid explorer, JCC Maccabi™ has a vibrant and unique JCC Camps build confident kids, friendships, and Jewish connections that last a lifetime. With summer planned for you. more than 130 day camps and 27 overnight camps, our family of JCC Camps is the largest network of Jewish camps in North America.

JCCs of North America overnight camps

Adamah Adventures Camp, Inc. Camp Seneca Lake JCC Maccabi Sports Camp Marcus JCC of Atlanta Boulder JCC, Steamboat Springs, CO JCC of Greater Rochester, Atherton, CA Mountain City, GA campinc.com Penn Yan, NY maccabisportscamp.org adamahadventures.org campsenecalake.com Camp Interlaken JCC Ranch Camp

TM ® TM Berkshire Hills Eisenberg Camp JCC of Milwaukee, Eagle River, WI Camp Tawonga Robert E. Loup JCC of Denver JCC Maccabi Games JCC Maccabi ArtsFest JCC Maccabi Israel Copake, NY campinterlaken.org Groveland, CA Elbert, CO bhecamps.com tawonga.org ranchcamp.org Camp JCA Shalom Columbus, OH July 24–29 Stamford, CT August 7–12 Please contact your local JCC B’nai Brith Camp Malibu, CA Camp Wise NJY Camps Otis, OR campjcashalom.com Mandel JCC of Cleveland Milford & Lakewood, PA with JCC Maccabi GamesTM for more information. bbcamp.org Chardon, OH njycamps.org St. Louis, MO July 31–Aug. 5 Camp Livingston campwise.org B’nai Brith Jewish Community Camp Bennington, IN Pinemere Camp Stamford, CT August 7–12 Kenora, Ontario camplivingston.com Capital Camps & Retreat Center Stroudsburg, PA bbcamp.ca Waynesboro, PA pinemere.com ® Our amazing summer program for Jewish with JCC Maccabi ArtsFest Experience the culture, history, Camp Mountain Chai capitalcamps.org creative teens 13-17 years old from Camp Barney Medintz Angelus Oaks, CA Surprise Lake Camp and people of Israel with other around the world. Work with professional Marcus JCC of Atlanta, Cleveland, GA campmountainchai.com Emma Kaufmann Camp Cold Spring, NY Jewish teens from across North campbarney.org JCC of Greater Pittsburgh surpriselake.org Our Olympic-style athletic event artists in visual, performing & culinary Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village Morgantown, WV America. Open your eyes, minds, Camp B’yachad Samuel Field YM&YWHA emmakaufmanncamp.com Tamarack Camps arts, and collaborate on a Final ArtsFest JCH of Bensonhurst, Medford, PA Poyntelle, PA Ortonville, MI for Jewish teens 13-16 years old and hearts with our unique th Showcase in front of all of JCC Maccabi. jchb.org/camp-b-yachad poyntelle.com JCC Camp Kingswood tamarackcamps.com from around the world. Our 34 itineraries. JCCs of Greater Boston year and going strong! Camp Chi Camp Sabra Bridgton, ME Y Country Camp JCCs of Chicago, Lake Delton, WI St. Louis JCC, Rocky Mount, MO kingswood.org YM-YWHA Montreal JCCs campchi.com campsabra.com Huberdeau, QC ycountrycamp.com For our list of JCC day camps please visit jcccamps.org.

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“JCC camp is where [my kids] discovered their Jewish heart.” Karen B., camp parent ATHLETICS ARTS TRAVEL TRADITIONAL AND SPECIALTY CAMPS

JCCs of North America overnight camps

Find your camp at jcccamps.org Discover jccmaccabi.org January/February 2015 / Moment 63 they will live full lives throughout the year. Hab nim Dr r (212) 699-6661 [email protected]; campsimcha.org

Overnight Habonim dror camps For over 75 years, Habonim Dror campers have been unplugging from city life and connecting to their Jewish identity, their leader- Camps! ship potential, to Israel and to the principles of social justice, equality, and coexistence. Children flourish in a kibbutz-like atmo- For over 75 years, sphere where each camper’s opinions and Habonim Dror campers have talents are nurtured. Whether it is through sports or arts and crafts, Hebrew singing been unplugging from everyday life and and dancing or nature study, Shabbat spiri- tuality or group discussions, Habonim Dror spending their summers connecting to their programs teach a love of living Jewishly. Check out this 2013 study of Habonim Dror Jewish identity, strengthening their leadership alumni (study/hdcamps.org) to see how the skills and learning the principles of social justice, Habonim Dror camp experience nurtures leadership skills, socially aware & engaged equality and coexistence. folks and a deep connection to Israel. Camps in the US and Canada. (718) 789-1796 Creative recreational and habonimdror.org; see ad on left educational activities nurture Foundation for social, spiritual and Jewish Camp The Foundation for Jewish Camp (FJC) intellectual growth is the only public organization dedicated solely to nonprofit Jewish overnight and foster a connection to Israel, camps. FJC employs a variety of strategies toward a single goal: to increase the num- responsibility to the community and ber of children in Jewish summer camps. To this end, the Foundation creates inspir- commitment to social action. ing camp leaders, expands access to and intensifies demand for camp, and devel- ops programs to strengthen camps across We look forward to the Jewish spectrum in North America. Through strategic partnerships on local meeting you next summer! and national levels, FJC raises the pro- file of Jewish camp and serves as a central resource for parents and organizations alike. One Happy Camper, the Founda- Learn about a camp near you! tion’s largest program which provides need-blind grants to children attending For more information call: (718) 789-1796 Jewish overnight camp for the first time, has sent 50,000 children to Jewish camp since 2006. FJC works with more than 155 Camp Gilboa (California) www.campgilboa.org camps, 73,000 campers, and 11,000 counselors across North America each summer Camp Moshava (Maryland) www.campmosh.org to further its mission. Camp Tavor (Midwest) www.camptavor.org jewishcamp.org See ad on page 58 Camp Na’aleh (New York) www.naaleh.org JCC DAY CAMPS Camp Galil (Pennsylvania) www.campgalil.org Israel (post-10th grade) www.habonimdror.org JCC day camps are the preeminent pluralistic Jewish day camping experience in North

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JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013 / Moment 65 BUILDING America, boasting a network of more than ture, its history, and its people. For teens in 130 camps in 35 states in the United States 10th through 12th grade, the program seeks CONFIDENCE and five Canadian provinces. Our camps to strengthen their connection to the Jewish feature caring, well-trained, experienced di- homeland and their own Jewish identity with- rectors and staff members who are dedicated in a framework of an organized, educational to making your child’s JCC camp experience youth travel program that doesn’t forget that the best of their life. JCC camps are values- learning can be done when you’re having fun. based communities, providing excellence Through dialogue with Israeli peers, hands- and variety in activities and program, while on community work, and an itinerary that instilling in campers strong identity and takes in both the historical scope and con- positive connections to their Jewish com- temporary accomplishments of Israel, your munity and the world around them. At JCC teen will gain a newfound connection to the day camps, whether campers are learning country and a strengthened sense of Jewish archery, horseback riding, boating, ceramics, identity while making new friends and ex- baseball, swimming, climbing or any num- ploring the meaning of Jewish peoplehood. ber of other specialties, they’re doing it in an [email protected]; jccmaccabi.org environment designed to provide significant see ad on page 62 growth in self-esteem, peer relationships, independence, and leadership. After attending JCC overnight Camps: a JCC day camp, your child will have new skills, life-long friendships, a stronger Jew- With more than 110 years of tradition, JCC ish identity, a deeper connection to Israel, overnight camps are the premier pluralistic and a lifetime of memories.To learn about Jewish overnight camp experience, provid- the JCC day camp nearest you, contact your ing a “home away from home” for thousands local JCC. of campers and staff each summer. Our fam- (212) 786-5093 ily of 27 camps offer excellence in camping [email protected]; jcccamps.org in fun and meaningful, values-based Jewish see ad on page 63 communities. JCC camps offer the very best in camper care, providing supportive JCC Maccabi and loving environments designed by professional leadership. Well-trained, dynamic When thousands of teens come together for staff create the perfect balance for individual JCC Maccabi each summer, they are joining growth and community-building, with op- nearly 150,000 teen athletes and artists who portunities for campers to build their confi- JCC Camp Kingswood have participated in the world’s largest Jew- dence, resilience, leadership, friendships, and ish summer program for the past 33 years. an appreciation for the world around them. Bridgton, Maine If your teenager has a passion for sports Whether your camper enjoys backpacking Jewish overnight camp or the visual, performing or culinary arts, or sports, fine arts or horseback riding, there making new friends, and connecting to the is a JCC camp your child will love! After at- for grades 3-11 larger Jewish community, then this premier tending a JCC overnight camp, your camper program is the one for them. In addition, all will have gained new skills, made life-long First-time camper grants participants take part in JCC Cares, a hands- friends, developed a stronger Jewish identity Open to all on volunteer effort to give back to the larger and a deeper connection to Israel, and will community, bringing the value of tikkun want to make a difference in the world. olam, or repairing the world, to life. JCC (212) 786-5093 Mention MOMENT Maccabi will take place this summer in Co- [email protected]; jcccamps.org and receive $100 oﬀ lumbus, OH, St. Louis, MO., and Stamford, see ad on page 63 CT. Contact your local Jewish Community this summer Center to join this summer-of-a-lifetime JCC CAMP KINGSWOOD experience. 617-558-6531 [email protected]; jccmaccabi.org Your kids will say they had an awesome #WeAreJCCMaccabi summer, met some great kids and did a ton [email protected] see ad on page 62 of different activities. What they really did kingswood.org was create lifelong memories, develop long- JCC Maccabi Israel lasting friendships and enhance their Jewish identities. That’s what happens every sum- JCC Maccabi Israel is a non-denominational mer at JCC Camp Kingswood, set on a bu- program dedicated to introducing Jewish colic lake in southern Maine. Boys and girls teens to all that’s great about Israel—its cul- entering grades 3-11 enjoy an unforgettable

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overnight summer camp experience filled is a place where life-long friendships are born, KESHET with sports, water activities, outdoor adven- Jewish identities are discovered and nour- ture, visual and performing arts and special ished, and children are challenged to grow in Keshet summer programs are the perfect events. Long-standing traditions of color mind, body and spirit. Don’t miss the oppor- settings for campers to develop friend- wars, themed banquets, log signing and off- tunity for you and your children to become a ships, gain independence, and enhance site trips make summers at Kingswood truly part of the Ranch Camp family this summer. their self-confidence. Keshet integrates memorable. Campers and staff come from all (303) 326-6384 children and teens who need extra support over the world with different backgrounds [email protected]; ranchcamp.org along side their peers into existing summer and levels of Jewish observance. Defined by see ad above camps. Held at 14 sites, Keshet summer its welcoming, inclusive environment, your programs have a place for most children child will develop confidence, build skills JUSTCITY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE and teens with social or physical chal- and thrive at JCC Camp Kingswood. Oh, lenges. A majority of campers have one- and they’ll have a ton of fun, too. An over- Each summer, JustCity brings rising juniors to-one assistance within the larger group night camp of the JCCs of Greater Boston. and seniors together to live on JTS’s New but it is our goal to make it very difficult to 2, 3.5, 5.5 and 7-week sessions York City campus, take college-level courses, know which camper is registered through (617) 558-6531 engage in social justice work, and build com- Keshet and which campers are registered [email protected]; kingswood.org munity through vibrant Jewish program- through the host site. We believe that suc- see ad on page 66 ming. Learn firsthand from changemakers cess at an integrated camp-site begins with throughout New York City, gain the tools the education of host site staff and typi- JCC RANCH CAMP, COLORADO to make lasting impact, and create personal cally-developing peers. Therefore, Kes- action projects to lead change. Explore the het staff presents comprehensive abilities Since 1953, the JCC Ranch Camp has been Jewish values that impel us to transform so- awareness training to ensure an accepting creating Jewish memories and friendships that ciety, develop and strengthen your leadership milieu. Because of our 30 years of experi- last a lifetime. Located in Colorado’s magnifi- skills, and deepen community while experience and thoughtful approach, the Asso- cent Black Forest, the Ranch Camp provides encing the excitement of college life. Form ciation of Independent Jewish Camps lists children entering grades 2-11 with a truly lasting friendships with a diverse network of Keshet as its preferred training provider western Jewish experience. Over the last 60 ambitious teens from around the country. for camper integration. years of operation, JCC Ranch Camp has es- (212) 678-8832, (847) 205-0274 tablished a strong tradition of community that [email protected], jtsa.edu keshet.org is built around and devoted to our campers. It see ad on page 61 see ad on page 68

January/February 2016 / Moment 67 RAMAH CAMPING MOVEMENT long memories.Want to learn more?!? (415) 688-4572 As the camping arm of Conservative Juda- [email protected]; ramahnorcal.org ism, Ramah has enabled campers and staff to live committed and vibrant Jewish lives Union for Reform Judaism through immersion in a summer Jewish (URJ) Camps community. At Ramah overnight and day camps, campers participate in a program of Since 1952, we’ve provided tens of thou- sports, outdoor education, drama, dance, sands of children with the best combination music, media arts, arts and crafts, and over- of an outdoor summer overnight and day night trips combined with Hebrew and Ju- camping experience and a vibrant Reform daic literacy, Shabbat observance, kashrut, Jewish identity. At our camps and Israel and daily prayer. To maintain our strong programs, Judaism’s rich history and cul- connection to Israel and to encourage the ture are lived every day. Staff encourage use of Hebrew in everyday activities, Ra- the growth of Jewish values in each of our mah camps are enriched by the participa- campers, and our programming is carefully tion of Israeli staff members. Ramah Israel: created to nurture a positive Jewish identity Ramah Israel Seminar, a summer program through all that we do. Our facilities are set for Ramah “graduates” including a pre- in beautiful and unique landscapes across Seminar option in Poland; Tichon Ramah North America and Israel. Innovative and Yerushalayim (TRY/USY High) fully- traditional programming ensure that our accredited high school semester; Ramah campers enjoy the full spectrum of all that Israel Institute (custom-designed trips for camp and Israel have to offer. Each of our Summer programs for children and families, synagogues, and schools; Poland campers is given the opportunity to grow, teens who can benefit from create, explore, and have fun! 1 Camps in additional support at 14 integrated Journey for Adults); Ramah Jerusalem 6 sites throughout the Chicago area. Day Camp. National Ramah Tikvah Net- California, Georgia, Indiana, Massachu- work of special needs programs: All Ra- setts, Mississippi, New York, North Caroli- keshet.org 847-205-0274 mah camps provide a summer experience na, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, Wis- for children, teens, and young adults with consin & Ontario. Travel and accredited disabilities. Year-round Ramah programs: high school programs in Israel. CAMP news family camps and retreats, adult camps and (212) 650-4088 retreats, Shabbaton facilities. For grades urjyouth.org/camps ejewishphilanthropy.com 3–10 for overnight camps; preschool–7th grade for day camps; all ages served by Is- URJ Goldman Union rael programs. Camp Institue (GUCI) Emerging Reform Summer Camp (212) 678-8881 Affirms the Jewish Future in France [email protected]; campramah.org GUCI is more than just a summer camp! “The first year, our 30 campers came main- see ad on page 67 GUCI is a community. Our campers and ly from Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Geneva. staff create and live in an atmosphere where This past summer, we [MahaNetzer] had Camp Ramah in Northern it is cool to be Jewish. Through activities nearly 70 campers, coming not only from California designed to help build friendships within all over France but also from Switzerland, cabin groups and grade specific units, Belgium, and as far away as Scotland, Tur- Camp Ramah in Northern California is an campers become a part of a greater Jewish key and the United States.” innovative Jewish summer camp located community. That community lives on long along the beautiful shores of Monterey Bay, after camp ends. Friends made at camp are Online Learning for California. We offer an overnight camp ex- friends all year long. The social and Jewish Jewish Teens: You Bet It Works perience that combines the excitement of impact of camp can last a lifetime. Many “This month we [Cohen Camps and Pro- specialty programming in ocean explora- campers return summer after summer and zdor of Hebrew College] are concluding tion, performing arts, and adventure sports become staff members. The magic of GUCI the second year of our first-of-its-kind with the cherished traditions, nurturing is handed down from generation to genera- partnership to engage Jewish summer environment, and community building of tion. We offer our campers a wide variety of campers with year-round online learning Jewish summer camp. We are thrilled to be activities that allow them to exercise their outside of their summer experience.” able to offer two 2 week camping sessions, bodies and minds, challenge their creativity the option for a 4 week camping session, and enhance their Jewish identities. GUCI The Secret Ingredient a Family Camp Shabbat, and a one week has something for everyone. A summer at of Summer Camp Magic Taste of Ramah, which includes a Tikvah GUCI is an unforgettable religious, cultur- “Camp creates a whole new reality for program for campers with special needs, al, recreational and social experience. young people, an alternate version of their all in 2016! We hope you will join us for a (317) 873-3361 lives that only exists between the months summer of friendships, creativity, and life- [email protected]; urj.org of June and August.”

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