12.22.2009
A is for...
The Camp Tawonga full time staff took some time away from preparing for summer of 2010 by volunteering at the San Francisco Food Bank. We arrived at the food bank on a chilly San Francisco afternoon and were given a tour of the facility and a brief information session about hunger. We learned that 150,000 San Franciscans face the day not knowing where their next meal will come from: That's 1 in 5 adults. 1 in 4 children. And 1 in 4 seniors.
The numbers were unbelievably striking and we couldn't wait to get to work. Our assignment was packing apples....hundreds of apples! We literally brought to life the age old pun of "separating the good apples from the bad apples."
After 3 hours of sorting, we packed 12,000 pounds of apples and helped contribute to feeding 78,000 people that day. What an incredible feeling for all of us!
The San Francisco Food Bank has many volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups, and families. Check out their website for more information: http://www.sffoodbank.org/
For more ideas about group and family friendly activities, create a Camp Tawonga Havurah! Gather your friends, family, neighbors, classmates and more into a circle of friends. You create the group, we'll set you up with plenty of resources and ideas for great activities.
For more information about the Camp Tawonga Havurah program, contact Ryley Katz at ryley@tawonga.org or 415.543.2267 ext. 114.
11.03.2009
Tawonga Teen Experience Kicks Off!
Sunday, November 1, 2009 started just like any other Sunday. It was great weather and the 49ers and Raiders were losing. But, this was no ordinary Sunday. In fact, it heralded the dawn of a new era in Camp Tawonga programming.
The Tawonga Teen Experience, year-round programming designed specifically for high-school aged Tawonga teens, kicked off with a great afternoon in Golden Gate Park. Over 30 teens from all different years in high school and having attended Tawonga programs from quest, to IT to TSL to 2nd-4th sessions showed up to picnic, play games and stay connected to Tawonga.
We’ll be meeting monthly to get together and have fun!
8.14.2009
Congrats to the Graduates
G-3, whose bunk theme is “Schools Out,” celebrated the end of camp with their very own G-3 Graduation. Each camper made a diploma and grad hat, complete with tassel and personal design, and wore them proudly during the processional. After a stirring speech by commencement speaker Assistant Director Andy Grossman, campers received their diplomas, as well as a personal letter written by their counselors. Finally each were able to make their own personal speech and say their appreciations. To the stirring tunes of “Pomp and Circumstance,” the campers left the ceremony and headed back to the bunk to enjoy their last day of Session 4.
Campers listen attentively to the commencement speech.
Campers receive diplomas and give their acceptance speeches.
The speeches were both hilarious and captivating!
8.10.2009
TSL Returns to Teach
Fresh from their trip to
8.06.2009
And the Wall Came a-Tumblin’ Down
Have you ever gotten the chance to cross the Berlin Wall into West Berlin? Well, today a lucky group of Eilat campers got that chance. As part of the Decades chug (elective), they created their own paper version of the Berlin Wall, but that was only the beginning.
The campers walked all over camp with their wall, inviting staff members and other campers to think about their own personal “Berlin Walls,” which was anything within them that holds them back. Then, the participant would write their thoughts on the wall, and cross through to freedom in West Germany. Here, our amazing kitchen manager Kel writes down his own “Berlin Wall,”
and crosses through to personal freedom, amid much clapping and cheering. Liberation at last!!
YELLOW JACKETS DEVOUR TOAD, CHILDREN CHANT
marching across the Girl's Side Field were seen 12 campers
from G-Dalet, a bunk of 10-11 year-old girls, holding pitch
forks and wheeling wheel-barrows, chanting "There's no
such thing as garbage" so loud the metal dumpsters trembled
in fright. These girls, whose bunk theme was coincidentally
"Go Green," successfully marched toward the waste area
behind the Camp Tawonga kitchen and ransacked said area,
taking all the discarded cardboard they could carry on the
wheelbarrows they wheeled. Campers wondered what the
pitch forks were for---obviously for social impact.
After successfully loading up their wheelbarrows, they
proudly marched back to the garden (now chanting "Waste
is a resource") and placed the cardboard flat in their final resting place, as
bottom liners for future raised garden beds. The gardener,
the silent instigator of said "Garbogenous
Revolt" explained to the campers that this cardboard
would stop weeds from growing and would eventually
turn into soil and vegetables by next summer.
These radical actions were inspired by---this is where
the headline title finally makes sense---the unsightly
sight of a toad previously run over by a vehicle, now
being devoured by yellow jackets, these aerial aces
entering the toad both through its mouth and lower
orifice to access juicy carnal fluids and tissues. The
campers were led here to prove that humans have
invented garbage, as garbage does not exist in nature
and everything is turned into something else. If a toad
can essentially turn into hundreds of yellow-jackets,
only minutes after its fatal failure to fully cross the road,
why do humans invent things that take 500 years to turn
into something else?
After their delivery of the cardboard to the garden, the
campers took some time to think about and commit to
one way they will reduce the waste they produce, at
camp, and at home. Tomorrow, the girls will write letters
home on the inside of the skittles wrappers they get
at canteen.
8.05.2009
Singing during Galil Swim!
A new feature of unit swim this summer is a special singing session at the Moadon. Since most unit swims are gender-separated, the song-leaders have a unique opportunity to teach new songs in a small group setting, where they can discuss the songs’ meaning with campers, and engage them in the music.
This morning, the Galil girls learned In An Aeroplane Over the Sea, plus a special song called My Sweet Love, which is a rewrite of George Harrison's My Sweet Lord. After each unit has learned the songs, the whole camp will sing them together at the Friday-night freilach!
Carmel Crafts and Gardening!
Campers love to make ceramics on the pottery wheel! This morning, the B-gimmel boys got to explore their creative side, learning how to craft their own bowls, cups, and vases. It took them a few tries, but they all ended up satisfied with their pottery.
Meanwhile, their sister bunk G-gimel was hard at work in the garden. Every bunk gets the opportunity to “tikkun” camp, either improving the garden, or helping with the bathrooms. This morning, some G-dalet campers pulled weeds out of a vegetable bed, and others planted baby herbs in pots to help them grow.
This session, the vegetables we’ve been growing all summer are becoming ripe, so we can eat them at meals!
8.03.2009
Things are looking up at the Challenge Course
It isn’t everyday that you and your bunk mates get to hang out 25 feet up in the air, challenge yourself both physically and mentally, and support each other in the mean time... its just once a session! But oh, what a day it is! Challenge course starts on the low elements, where you and your bunk demonstrate teamwork and learn about bunk cohesion. In the afternoon, the course is moved to the high elements, where you strap on your harness and challenge yourself or work to support your bunkmates by cheering or helping in the group belay. Challenge course day is truly something special!
Noar Kids Present
One special feature of 4th session at
7.31.2009
Table for 2
In fitting with their theme, “
Tisha B’Av at Camp Tawonga
On Wednesday night camp gathered for a short service commemorating Tisha B’av. The entire camp held hands and circled around the Torah, followed by campers and staff reading quotes about the holiday and traditional passages. It was an emotional and spiritual evening.
7.29.2009
Jazzercise!
A week at
7.27.2009
Joining together in the Dining Hall
The campers are here, the tables are set, the food is ready… its time for the first meal of Session IV, 2009. After we teach the kids about appreciating the food that we have and the people that help to get it there, we sing the Motzi and hoppers get the food! It’s the perfect opening to what we know will be an AMAZING session!
G-Gimmel is all dressed up and ready for dinner!
Thumbs up for the food!
The always popular “make your own sandwich” tables.
Mimi quiets the Dining Hall to explain the table clearing process!
7.22.2009
Building bridges… literally
Our oldest campers in Chalutzim and
7.21.2009
Knots of Fun
Everyday at
7.16.2009
Walk like an animal… Talk like an animal… Dress like an animal!
G-2 found their wild side this week, finding their inner animal as part of a theme morning. Whether it was a platypus, pig, kitten or polar bear the girls all took time to dress the part at A & C. Next they went for an exciting treasure hunt, using different clues around camp to find the “pink panther,” a new animal to
Musicians Rock the Camp!
The M.C.s kick things off.
Jake works the spotlight.
The amazing music and acts continued into the night!
7.13.2009
Peace, Love and Tawonga
Yesterday we relived the 60s at 
One act on the Tawonga Stock stage.
Body painting and flowers in our hair!
7.11.2009
Units Welcome in the Sabbath!
On Friday evening after Frelach, units meet in various locations to conduct their own Kabalat Shabbat service. Earlier in the week bunks learned about a prayer and discussed what it meant to them. At the service they introduce the prayer through songs, skits or other activities that they have created. For the campers these services are a time to experience spirituality as part of their small community
Galil enjoys the Kabalat Service at stone couch
G-3 introduces Leach Dodi
G-8a presents their prayer through song.
Open Air Frelach!
Every Friday night after Shabbat dinner
Everyone dances the Zodiac!
Traditional Israeli folk dances like Mayim are a favorite
The boys of B-3 show off their dance moves to Ken Yahiratzon.
7.08.2009
Nothing Says Good Morning Like a Little Singing!
Every day after breakfast and dinner the community of
Our fearless Song Leaders.
G-1 and B-4 learn a new song!
7.06.2009
We welcome you to Camp Tawonga!
Campers and staff agree, we are all psyched for Session III.
Smiling faces greet us off the bus
The moment has arrived… time to meet our new bunk!
Name games and Chavarah hikes
7.02.2009
A Truly Divine Dance and Carnival
Campers competed against Hercules himself in weight lifting games!
Lightning bolts face painting was all the rage!
Campers competed to find candy in the clouds!
Check out this godly god!
Even by the lake the jolly mood continued!
Tawonga's Got Talent
Following the talent show, campers and staffed celebrated Havdallah and closed out the first week, while looking ahead to the upcoming week.
6.30.2009
Tawonga meets Jamaica
The sounds of
G-6 all dressed up and ready for reggae!
An artistic representation of the “chill side” of camp!
Games galore on the back deck.
The boys of B-10 making red, white and black bracelets.
6.29.2009
Shalom from "Israel"
Campers enjoyed an Israel themed carnival, complete with face painting, pita making, obstacle courses and much more. Dressed in blue and white, the entire camp gathered for a morning of learning and fun prepared by our incredible Schlihim (Israeli staff). Following the carnival, campers ate a Medeteranean lunch, complete with hummus, pita, and tomato salad. What a
day!
Galil Takes the Stage
The Unit of Galil participated in their own Galil Grammys last night. Hosted by a fabulous array of celebrities and judges, each cabin came up on stage to perform their own self-choreographed dance to a song of their choice. The crowd went wild and all agreed it was a performance for the ages.
AUH Jules lights up the stage (literally).
The girls of G-3 are a captivated audience.
B-4 stole the show with their amazing hip hop act!
6.26.2009
Go West Young Tawongan!
The wagon train has left Tawonga down the dusty Oregon Trail today in our
6.24.2009
B-8 goes for the hat trick against Maintenance
On Sunday night the bunk of B-8 challenged
6.23.2009
New songs… same great Shabbat prep
Even though it is only Tuesday, cabins are already preparing for our first camper Shabbat of 2009. Each cabin was given their own prayer to lead as part of their unit Kabbalat service. Then the whole unit came together to learn new songs that will be a part of our Shabbat service on Saturday morning.
6.17.2009
Israeili Cultural Carnival
The campers of First Session were magically whisked away to sunny
It wouldn’t be a day in
… or snacking on some homemade pita.
Campers learned to milk a cow just like a real kibbutznik.
Campers trained with IDF drill sergeants at the obstacle course.
6.16.2009
Tawonga Spa
6.15.2009
5… 4… 3… 2… 1… BLAST OFF!
After a block full of freeze dance, the girls of G-4 wind down with a good old fashioned massage train.
G-6 learns to write Jewish words with cookie dough… and gets a little messy too!
B-2 gets into its robotic bunk theme by creating their own robots at Arts and Crafts.
G-7 enjoys mirror dancing on the
B-1 plays a great game of Gaga!
5.27.2009
Spring Family Camp kicks off the Season!
Camp Tawonga in 1855
Students come to camp dressed as characters from the Gold Rush, and meet some local personalities like Levi Strauss, Lillie Hitchcock Coit, and Domingo Ghiradelli... to name a few. Check out the cast of characters below.
8.11.2008
Tikkun Olam: The Chocolate Chip Cookie Way
8.05.2008
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, and Torah: A Saturday Night Meal
Everyone knows that
Yours,
Gastronomical Guesser
Dear Gastronomical Guesser,
You were right on!!! Saturday night is a special night here at camp. After participating in the Torah Service in the morning, and our great Shabbat programming in the afternoon, there is only one way to close out such a fabulous day… Barbeque!!! One of our most popular meals, campers get to choose between hamburgers, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches, while piling their plates with watermelon, rice crispy treats, macaroni salad and chips. And all campers would agree that the Shabbat BBQ is extra special since it is the one meal during which they can enjoy soda!!! So check out these photos of Chalutzim and
Yours,
The Blogger
8.01.2008
Garbage Day Never Looked so Good!!
7.31.2008
The best of both worlds!
I sent my son to Tawonga Sports, that great session where kids get to learn and play a variety of different sports, while still getting the complete Tawonga experience. He was so excited to get on the bus. But now, I am worried. Will my sporty son overheat? Will he get exhausted with all those runs around the baseball diamond? What ever shall I do?
Yours,
Dad of Sporty Son
Dear Dad of Sporty Son,
While your son is getting an amazing experience and learning sports and teamwork skills, he also has a well rounded
Yours,
The Blogger
Only the strong
G-3 spent the afternoon on the lake, participating in Tawonga Survivor. Based on the hit reality TV show, the kids formed “tribes” and challenged themselves to work as a team on the lake (and cleared out a whole bunch of lily pads in the process). With the team flag, and a special chant, both tribes were motivated to be the best on the lake.
In the end, every one had fun, and as of yet, no one had to leave the island…
G-3 learns the rules of the game.
The campers prepare for the boats.
7.30.2008
A Very Fairy Day!!!
Every time a baby laughs, or a flower opens on a warm spring morning, a fairy is born! So keep your eyes and imagination open, look for sparkling fairy dust in the river, and remember that fairies are drawn in by the sounds of children’s laughter!
Today the girls of G-Gimmel dressed up as fairies (so they wouldn’t scare any they might have come across), gave themselves and each other fairy names, and went in search of the magic creatures of the forest! Songs were sung, stories were told, fairy homes were found and built and smiles were shared by all!
G-Gimmel worked as a team to make giant fairy braids to attract the fairies to Lady Bug Cove.
Untangling our Differences
7.29.2008
What’s on tap for the session: Rotations to the rescue
Dear Shabblogger,
It is my camper's first year at camp. How will they ever know what activities are offered so they can help to design their bunk’s schedule?
Yours,
Scheduling Slueth
Dear Scheduling Slueth,
Here at camp we think it is SO important for campers to help design their own bunk’s schedule. If they have special interests or games they enjoy, it is important they tell their counselors so that it can be included in the group’s experience. One way they can learn about all of the things the different departments of camp have to offer is by participating in “rotations” the first day of each session. Counselors and campers take a tour of camp during which they see presentations by various departments: Jewish and Israeli programmers, the lifeguards, Arts and Crafts, and musicians. Later in the day they attend cabin floats when they are given time to try these various activities and play games.
So, Mr. Slueth, by the end of the day today your child will be a master of the different exciting activities offered here at
Yours,
The Shabblogger
Song leader Gal teaches the campers of Galil the hand motions to a chant during the music station of rotations.
Clearing the Way
Dear Shablogger,
It is impossible to get my kids to do chores at home. They hate to take out the garbage, walk the dog, but more than anything, I can never get them to clear the table. How do you get the kids to clear so many tables, so fast?
Yours,
Dirty Dining Room
Dear Dirty Dining Room,
We do a little thing here at camp called stacking and scraping. Every table piles all of their food waste onto one plate (once a day we weigh this plate, to see as a camp how much we are wasting and work to improve it). Then the “hoppers” carry all of the dishes to the front of the room, where they are separated and given to the kitchen staff. Just ask any
So in conclusion, by making it fun and encouraging kids to work as a group, cleaning can get done with no hassle at all.
Yours,
The Shablogger
After just one day the girls of G-Gimmil are already old pros at the stack and scrape method.
7.28.2008
Session 3: The Reviews are in... All camp play is a hit!
As you can see what Makom Shalom (where we usually do our Torah service) was transformed into an amazing set! There was singing...
And dancing...
The performers did an amazing job! Take a bow!
7.21.2008
A visit to Israel
The campers of Hafia learn about different settlers of the
Shabbat Shalom, Camp Tawonga!
Campers clean up and get dressed in their favorite finery. My, everyone looks so nice!
7.18.2008
Rockin' the Ropes
A Camp T experience would be incomplete without a trip to the challenge course. During the morning, campers learn to work as a team in order to complete the many group challenges. In the afternoon harnesses and helmets go on and campers go up… the trees that is! Campers are invited to challenge themselves and their fears on our high elements. Check out G-5 and G-6’s challenge course experiences.
Nothing but support for the campers on the challenges
G-6 campers: Hanging Tough
Campers and counselors hold on to the rope as part of the team belay!All Camp Clean Up
7.17.2008
Stewards of the Forest
An important part of every campers experience is our Tikkun Tawonga program. Campers participate in a number of different work projects that teach how all types of work are important in creating a community and that we all can play an active role in making our community and world a better place.
Today B-10A had a chance to participate in our Forestry Tikkun. The bunk began by learning about the impact humans have had on the forest in this area, and then discussed the responsibility we have in maintaining balance in the ecosystem. Campers then broke into 4 work groups and with the guidance of our Forest Stewards began to cut trees, thinning the forest as a natural fire would.
Through their hard work the campers helped to create a safer forest.
The Rainbow Connection
It was all about rainbows here today, as G-1 celebrated Rainbow Day. Freshly body painted to the tune of ROY G. BIV, the girls wrote their own “Rainbow Anthem,” and serenaded all those around. They then headed down to the river for some more COLORFUL fun.
7.14.2008
We Welcome You to Camp Tawonga – Mighty Glad You’re Here Session 3!!!
Session 3 is already in full swing!
The campers were greeted and serenaded by the 2008 Tawonga Staff as they got off the busses. Once all of the campers had divided by gender, they were split into bunks.
Counselors played a name game, put away their things, and immediately started work on a bunk cheer for the opening campfire.
Old friends were excited to be at camp with each other again.
At the opening campfire, each child has a chance to introduce themselves during a bunk cheer.
The staff is already up to the task of entertaining the campers. A rubber chicken is always funny. Always.
Each bunk’s schedule was created for the first week. Campers can look forward to all of their old favorites: Arts and Crafts, Ga-ga, Pool Activities,
Getting Gnarly, Archery, Drama, Basketball, River Trips, Tawonga Ball,
Stage Combat, Israeli Dancing and and more.
Song Sessions filled with singing and dancing.
7.03.2008
Baruch Atah Sysco... Thanks for the grub!
After two hours of preparing signs, costumes, cheers, and even a red carpet, Tawongans march along side the Sysco truck as it enters camp.
Here's our new friend Gennaro being given the "Royal Treatment." We dubbed him King Sysco and gave him a crown and scepter.
It turned out that this was Gennaro's first day on the job. What a welcome he got to camp! When Haifa's Unit Head, Noah, thanked him for being such a good sport he said, "No, thank you. I was having a rough day and this really cheered me up."
Firefighter Appreciation
Yesterday the campers of Camp Tawonga took a moment out of their busy schedule to write thank you postcards to the fire fighters who have been helping fight the North Fire. Campers wrote heartfelt postcards to the men and women who have taken time away from their family to help save the surrounding forest and keep our community safe. Later during Green Floats, campers made and signed a giant thank you card from the entire camp.
Here a few of the post cards they wrote:
Dear firefighter,
Thank you for protecting Camp Tawonga from the fires in beautiful Yosemite. Thank you for fighting the fire to keep Yosemite beautiful and protected. I think you’re very brave to fight the fires. I am amazed that you would come away from your families and protect Tawonga and Yosemite.
Your biggest fan,
Roz
Dear Firefighters,
We at Camp Tawonga really, really appreciate your work to help save the forest and fight the fire. I really appreciate you taking time out of you daily lives to help protect us from the fire and fight it. I am so happy you are doing all that work to protect us and the forest.
Love,
Julia
7.01.2008
Dressing up for fun in the sun!
Here's the bunk of G-10 dressed up for a Pool Fashion Show.
There's no running at the pool! That's why this G-10er is engaged in a walk off!
G-3 celebrate after defeating the dragon of Gnarliness!
G-10 has a Gnarly day as well!
But it's hot out here, and no matter how we dress up, we all know how to cool down!
6.27.2008
The British are coming… and Carmel is there to greet them.
“Cheerio, it’s tea time!” cry these
Nothing like a sporting game of Croquet to liven up a morning.
Campers design and create British flags and crafts next to the river.
6.26.2008
Ceramics: A wheel-y great time at A & C
6.25.2008
A "Jazzer-iffic" Day at Camp Tawonga!
Here is G-7 doing a Soul Train, looking on as two of their bunkmates dance down the line.
Even the counselors got in on the action!
G-9 and the ITs don't mess around when it comes to appropriate Jazzercise
attire- they really brought it this time!
All in all, a great aerobic time was had by all!
6.23.2008
Can a sequel be as good as the original? Session 2 says, “YES!!!”
Session 2 has begun, and we couldn’t be more excited. Here are a few highlights from the first 24 hours!!!
Counselors line the road outside the dining hall and welcome the campers off the bus with songs and cheers.
Campers head off the buses and into main camp where they meet their counselors and cabin mates.
G-8 plays a name game during their opening tour of camp!!!
“Almost heaven,
During the opening camp fire each bunk gets on stage to perform a short cheer. Here B-2 introduces themselves and shows off their agility.
6.20.2008
Closing Campfire
A 
She is the music master, and comes from far away. Watch her play on her orchestra (instruments provided by the campers themselves)
G-5 presents a dance groove they choreographed themselves earlier in the session.
"Whether in fair or in dark stormy weather, it's Camp Tawonga to keep us together."6.19.2008
The Dining Hall: It’s a Jungle in There
Session I Israel Floats: A Taste of Milk and Honey
On Wednesday our very own Shlichim (Israeli staff members) turned the Moadone and its surrounding areas into a little slice of the
Campers and staff celebrate completing the IDF obstacle course challenge.
Mmmm... pita-licious!!!
A visit to a kibbutz wouldn't be complete without trying your hand at milking a cow.
6.18.2008
Session One... on its way to fun!
Opening campfire means everyone gets on stage to present their bunk cheer. The ninjas of B-9 were quick to use their ninja power to enthusiastically encourage the performers.
Session 1 campers get down and boogie, train style, during song session in the Dining Hall.
The first full day of camp means picture day here at
Welcome to the Sha-blog 2008
“We welcome you to
8.13.2007
Session 4 Shabbat: a very special time...
My, everyone looks so nice!
Ken begins the shabbat service.
Enjoying the company of cabin friends.
Selected campers come to the center of the dining hall to light candles and lead Shabbat blessings.
At Camp Tawonga, Shabbat is a special time of connection and reflection. Campers and staff share this connection by exchanging hugs and kind words.
Time to dig in!
Singing and dancing (freylach) after dinner.
On Saturday, campers eat breakfast and go to Makom Shalom, our beautiful natural amphitheater for Torah Service, Tawonga-style. Staff and campers join at the front to help with special parts of the service.
Gregg displays our Holocaust-surviving Torah from the Polish town of Novotny.
Each camper is welcomed to find their own way of celebrating Shabbat and Judaism while at Camp Tawonga.
A camper reading from our Torah service.Photography copyright 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
Camp Tawonga: where the fun happens!
Body painting in the Boys' Side Field
Helping out in the Camp Tawonga garden
Playing frisbee with friends on the Girls' Side Field
Archery!
Drama with Brady on the Firecircle stage
Swinging around with friends
Basking in the sun on Hershey Rock
Celebrating a birthday Tawonga-style before dessert
Dancing after dinner during Song Session in the Dining Hall 
Ending the day with a cabin camp fire
Camp Tawonga gets a thumbs-up from these happy campers!Photography copyright 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
Artsy Craftsy
Campers can draw, paint, sculpt, create ceramics on potters' wheels, tie-dye, make shrinky-dinks and MUCH MUCH more! Here are some photos of campers enjoying arts and crafts:
Campers gearing up for a new activity
Campers model their final product. Looking good!Photography copyright 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
8.08.2007
Our fantastic ropes course
Two campers about to conquer the wall
A leap of faith
3 Happy campers, after their adventures on the ropes!Photography Ó 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
Campers hit the trails on Backpacking overnight trips
These two campers are ready for action!
In the Backcountry
Resting trailside."Photography taken by: Rachael Reuveni -Quad/Photo
Photography Ó 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
Halloween at Camp!
Campers enjoyed classic Halloween activities Tawonga style. Such as...
Bobbing for apples,
Carving jack-o-lantern / watermelantern masks,
Wearing fun wigs, and...
Eating candy with friends!"Photography taken by: Rachael Reuveni -Quad/Photo
Photography Ó 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
8.07.2007
Staying Cool at Camp Tawonga
Campers are excited to get into the water at Early Intake, one of our favorite swimming spots!
Campers also cool off at our beautiful Olympic-size pool. Here you see some campers lounging with friends before jumping in!
Or, if you don't feel like swimming, you can always jump into a sprinkler!
Photography Ó 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
Camp Tawonga's special Israeli visitors...
Their Tawonga bunk mates welcome them into our unique Jewish community, introduce them to the wonders of
"Photography taken by: Rachael Reuveni -Quad/Photo
Photography Ó 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
7.31.2007
We Welcome You To Camp Tawonga...
These are the first words, the first song, the kids hear as they get off the bus and set foot at camp. The Session 4, Session 4 Carmel, and Sports Program kids cheered along, excited to finally be at camp! After meeting their counselors and having dinner, the entire community joined at the stage for the opening campfire.
The Camp Tawonga staff welcoming the kids to camp
Kids and staff watch and participate in the campfire.
Photography Ó 2007, QuadPhoto – New York City”
7.27.2007
Session 3 Shabbat
Campers, dressed in their special Shabbat outfits, wait eagerly to join the Stroll
Campers and staff stroll and sing together
These campers are ready to celebrate!
Campers can't wait for their fresh-baked challah!
Campers sing Shabbat blessings together
Israeli Folk Dancing (freylach) after dinnerThe next morning's Torah Service
Josh and his campers relaxing after Shabbat
7.24.2007
Touring with TSL Israel
Shalom from Kibbutz Lotan in the southern negev! We are all doing really well and thrilled to be here at Lotan, which is an amazing place. Each day is very full and rich, and it actually feels like many weeks since we've been here because we have done and seen so much.
The mifgash (encounter) with the Israeli teens was fun. The home stay shabbat was a highlight for everyone, not just because they got to sleep in real beds, do their laundry, and get to know Israeli families, but mainly because it gave them a taste of what "real life" is like for their Israeli friends with whom they developed a real closeness. The teens organized a party for Friday night which the staff attended (sat in the corner trying to be unobtrusive), and they seemed to have had a blast together dancing, laughing, and showing each other the ropes of how each group spends fun time together. When we reconvened at the end of shabbat, the teens reported that shabbat itself (Saturday) had been spent doing things like blueberry picking, swimming, touring the kibbutzim or villages where the Israelis live, eating a lot (!!), and catching up on sleep and relaxation. When we said goodbye to our Israeli friends there were many hugs, a few tears, and many a commitment to remain in touch and gather again, perhaps at Tawonga!
On Sunday morning we headed south and spent a good part of the day on the bus making our way from the northern tip of the country to practically the southern tip. Along the way we made a stop in Jerusalem where we had a picnic lunch at the park outside of the knesset (the Israeli government) where a group of Bedouin we were meeting with had set up a small tent city where they were demonstrating against the policies of the government which has refused to recognize and provide services to many of their villages. Their signs said things like "demolition is not democracy." The Bedouin are by nature nomadic, and they prefer to live on the land in villages, and yet the state of Israel has refused to recognize some of their villages as legitimate, which means they are given no electricity on the national grid, no access to water through pipes, no representation in the government, and none of the amenities that other groups, even most other Arab groups, enjoy. In some cases their villages are simply demolished. We heard from Mustafa (his words translated by our Israeli staff member Reut) about the plight of his people and learned about the nature of the protest. The teens had many great questions, and it exposed us to sides of
We then were able to contrast what we learned from the Bedouin from the unrecognized villages to another picture of Bedouin life when we stayed overnight in a huge Bedouin tent village designed for groups and tourists. There we rode camels (the teens LOVED that, especially the hilarious grunting noises the camels made for the rest of the night), and the host Bedouins made us tea, showed us how they grind and make coffee, cooked flat bread on the fire, played some Bedouin wedding songs on the oud, and introduced us to the positive and very interesting aspects of Bedouin culture. It was a great source of learning to have had two completely different experiences with the Bedouin, and the teens are thinking crtitically and able to ask provocative and thoughtful questions to help us all learn more.
We woke up in the tent at 4:00 a.m., and bleary-eyed but enthusiastic nonetheless, climbed
After Masada everyone enjoyed some free fun time at the
Lotan is an incredible place. The whole kibbutz is based on a permaculture, eco-village model. All the buildings and play areas are made from mud bricks, which our teens spent their morning making! We learned all about how they compost everything they use, how they re-use "grey" water for irrigation, capture solar energy (abundant down here!) and sell it to the national grid in return for electricity at night, recycle and reuse as much as they possibly can, and turn even their trash (like bottles, tires, etc) into play structures, buildings, and functional areas by covering everything in the mud bricks and straw bales they construct here - all from organic materials. It's just amazing. We will have many pictures to send and share very soon.
We will be here at Lotan for the next few days and are having a great time. Service, learning, socializing, discussing, getting in touch with ourselves, with each other, and with the people, the culture and the land here. It's been amazing so far and we know will continue to unfold and exceed our wildest expectations in its wonderousness.
Lots of love, or as they say here "B'ahava",
the TSL group
7.23.2007
Special Owl Delivery to Camp Tawonga!
These happy Carmel campers are excited to start reading!
"YES! It's here!"Intergalactic games are out of this world!
Space invaders overtook Tawonga during the 3rd Session Intergalactic Games! Dressed to the nines in foil, antennae, and other space-like items, the entire camp was transformed into an interplanetary explosion.Campers were assigned teams, in which they created team names and cheers, and participated in "intergalactic games" like tug-of-war and wheel barrow races. All in all, it was out of this world!
This team brainstorms their planetary cheer.
This team crafts their team handshake.
7.18.2007
Shalom from the TSL Israel participants
Friends Reunited
The flights were easy, no hassles. We arrived on Monday afternoon and began our journey up north, stopping along the way to do a brief welcome ceremony led by our Israeli tour guide Reut (she’s awesome). We were at a place overlooking the Kineret (the
We are staying at a camp called Kimama at Kibbutz Amir. It’s not too much like Tawonga physically (okay, nothing like it), except it turns out they sing a lot of the same songs, which we heard as we entered the camp. After our first night of “sleep” we went in the morning to our work project site, working with a project in Kiryat Shmona called Ayalim.
Ariell carrying buckets (there was a lot of bucket carrying)
Ayalim is an initiative to get Israeli 20-somethings, post-army and post-travel, to return to
Moving rocks to make a pathway a little more functional
Yesterday evening after a very interesting talk from an expert on the topic of water in the region (very provocative and elicited a number of great questions from the group), we were joined by 14 Israeli teens from the northern region, most of whom are Tawonga teens. The reunion was gleeful, full of hugs, laughs, and lots of singing. We had a boisterous song session after dinner last night, and played a few games to deepen the connections.
So, that brings us to right now. Our lunch just arrived. Everyone is hungry and enjoying being inside in the mazgan (air conditioning) after a long morning of work (with many water breaks, don’t worry!). We will be in touch soon. We send our love.
B’ahava,
The TSL Israel group
7.17.2007
Quenching the hot days
7.13.2007
Session 3 in full swing!
Meanwhile, B-5 enjoyed a block of Getting Gnarly, a camp favorite!
And Carmel and Galil made leis and played limbo in their joint luau.
All in all, the session is off to a great start!
7.03.2007
Session 2 Shabbat
The Shabbat stroll ends at the dining hall doors with hugs, singing, and greetings of "Shabbat Shalom!".
Campers eagerly await entry to the dining hall for their Shabbat meal.
B Aleph can't wait to taste the challah that their fellow campers made that very morning.
Campers admire our Torah, from the Polish town of Vodnany, that survived the Holocaust.
Campers sing the Motzi before enjoying their fresh Challah.
Shabbat dinner is followed by Freilach (dancing) and singing with the whole camp.
Relaxing with Tawonga friends...
Here is a session 2 camper enjoying some swinging in her free time:
Meanwhile, four of our In Training Campers (also known as ITs) enjoy a game of bocce lakeside:
Canteen and Clothing
Kaitlin fills out her canteen order for her bunk
Jesse fills Kaitlin's canteen order
Our online canteen (on our website - www.tawonga.org) will soon have brand new 2007 goods available. We expect that you will be able to order 2007 clothing online by the end of this week. Here are some great pictures of Tawonga full-time staff modeling the 2007 clothing in our San Francisco office:
Sam Shonkoff, former counselor, IT leader, Assistant Unit Head, TSL Leader and Tawonga All-Star models our brand new sweatshirt and unisex sweatpants, both of which are available in youth and adult sizes. Looking good, Sam!
7.02.2007
Artsy Craftsy
Valerie helps one of her campers learn the tricks of the trade.
Wow! Together they made a great bowl!6.29.2007
Session 2 Activities...
B8 campers met at the fire circle stage where they split into groups and created some awesome Jazzersize routines. Below you can see one G8 group preform with style. Work it out, G8!
Later at the Gaga pit, B Aleph played against G Aleph with ice cream sundaes as the trophy. Of course, it was a "Tawonga tie" and all campers enjoyed a delicious scoop.
Meanwhile, B7 enjoyed a cool paddle at the lake.
Over in our Moadome, sister bunks G Aleph and G9 gathered to share stories and make friendship bracelets for each other. Younger and older bunks at camp often pair up, giving campers of different ages the feeling of a new older or younger "sibling." The brother and sister bunks give campers a great way to have fun together at camp, and form lasting bonds.
The fun and friends at Tawonga never end!
6.28.2007
Pizza Man and other Tawonga Antics
On their first night of camp, session 2 campers gathered with cabinmates and counselors at our fire circle for songs, skits, and fun. Pizza Man, a repeat after me skit, is a Tawonga classic.
At the opening campfire each cabin had the chance to introduce their cabin to camp through a skit of their own design. Below you can see B Aleph and G5 in action:
6.25.2007
Welcome to camp, Session 2!
After the bus ride, campers meet their counselors and cabinmates, play games, and take a tour of camp. After moving in to cabins, the entire camp community had a delicious dinner, followed by the opening campfire of Session 2, 2007.
Farewell Session 1!
We've had a blast getting to know our Session 1 campers, and are sad to see them go. As we say at camp, "Shalom Chaverim, Peace Friends, until we see you again... we hope it's next summer!"
6.21.2007
Around Camp with Session 1
Wow! What fun! Session 1 campers have had quite a week! Every cabin has gone on a day trip, where they've been able to hike, swim, play and bond with their cabinmates.
Campers have done activities across camp, ranging from searching for turtles while boating on the lake, to playing Bocce Ball on the Boys Side Field, to playing ping pong and foosball, to making new crafts at A'n'C.
As we sing at Camp Tawonga, "friends, friends, friends, we will always be!"
6.20.2007
Camper Skits Light Up the Campfire
B-Aleph campers prepare to perform
G-Aleph Campers boogie down
All of the "In Training" teen leaders on stage together
Campers make a human orchestra in a rousing rendition of camp favorite "Music Master" Session 1 off to a great start!
8.09.2006
Once Upon a Tawongan Time . . .
Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your clue!
A clue indeed!
Josh the minstrel gives his clues this song, so you can learn who is in the wrong
Lance, the eldest of the 3 pigs builds a house out of popsicle sticks... let's hope it can withstand the wrath of the Wolf 3000!
Jousting away the evil keepers of the mirror
Ping-pong with Shrek
The fairy godmother teaches her campers to make magic wands8.08.2006
Shabbat Shalom
Campers wait excitedly at their table for dinner to be served.
Look at those snazzy campers all dressed up for dinner!Shabbat Shalom!
8.04.2006
Everybody loves Arts and Crafts
Today Galil and Eilat had a BBQ at the pool together for lunch, G-6 took on the Climbing Tower, G-7 had a sleep-in breakfast, G-8 made bunk t-shirts and B-4 played hockey in the dining hall. Carmel girls were on the ropes course all morning and Carmel boys, as well as all of Chalutzim were backpacking. This afternoon everyone had free swim and then some time to prep for Shabbat. Tonight Shabbat starts with a stroll around camp, a delicious Shabbat dinner, tons of freylach, dancing, and singing, and then the day will close with unit Kabbalat Shabbat. What a great day! And Shabbat Shalom!
8.03.2006
Tisha B'av
Discussions among campers and staff were meaningful and thought provoking.
Campers gathered in the dining hall and our Holocaust-surviving Torah
Memorial candles to grieve for all of the people who lost their lives thousands of years ago, in the last few weeks, and in the time inbetweenMissing something?
Look at all that stuff!
We've got enough water bottles to supply all of camp!
Is this your lovely fleece that Alli is holding?
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8.02.2006
Pata Pata!!!
Pata Pata made it's Camp Tawonga debut at the beginning of the summer, and ever since then, campers have been seen dancing Pata Pata on Shabbat at freylach, during camp dances, on the way to arts and crafts, and everywhere in between. Our song leader, Gal, has been teaching the dance to all of our session 4 campers in the last few days. Yesterday Chalutzim learned it!
Early yesterday morning Chalutzim departed for their 2 night backpacking trips. The day was jam packed with fun for the rest of camp as well. Nearly everyone had a chance to swim during their unit swim or with their bunk at the river. G-6 made pottery in the evening and Galil had "Israel Adventure" day!
7.31.2006
Welcome Session Four!
Campers watch a bunk perform their skit
Clever costumes for their skit!
Counselors and campers enjoy the campfire together
Andy the Unit Head is always very excited about... everything, including this skit
Schlichim (Israeli staff) introduce themselves with a song7.27.2006
Call for Photos!
A few hints on what makes a good photo:
- Pictures must be in focus with good lighting- not too dark and not overexposed
- Send shots of individuals and small groups, no big groups
- Pictures should be in .gif or .jpg format. Unfortuantely, we cannot post videos
- We love smiles and campers being goofy!
- Please send a maximum of 5 pictures- choose your favorites!
We can't wait to see your pictures!
7.26.2006
One Bagel to Rule Them All
It was such a great day! Here are some picture highlights.
11.7 Miles from the Valley
Amazing views!
The 7 hikers of Bagel Run Session III, 2006
On the Mist TrailIt's a bird! It's a plane! It's a . . . helicopter?
On Tuesday morning, a helicopter made an emergency landing on our girls' side field because of difficulty with its hydraulic system. While a repairman made his way to Tawonga (from Red Bluff - near Mt. Shasta!), the pilot and other officials were welcomed and given plenty of ice water to cool off on the almost 100 degree day. At rest hour, the campers were thrilled to be able to check out the helicopter, sit in the pilot's seat, and hear about all the various buttons and controls! It was exciting for the kids, and Tawonga was glad to help out.But the excitement of the helicopter certainly didn't slow down any normal camp acivities. The Olympics came to Camp Tawonga! Different bunks represented different countries as they participated in events like swimming, indoor hockey, and of course, sack races!
We also took a moment to sit down and talk with our eldest campers about the events happening in Israel. Although camp's beautiful location can sometimes make it feel cut-off from the events of the outside world, the situation in Israel is very important to our community. We have so many well informed staff members and Israelis at camp that it is an excellent venue in which to learn about and discuss such events. Ken Kramarz, Camp Tawonga's immediate past Executive Director led the discussion with unit heads and Schlichim. He commented afterwards that it was extremely gratifying to see just how many campers actively participated in a conversation about such a serious topic.
7.25.2006
Mustaches and Mountains, oh my!
Sometimes at Camp Tawonga, we can get pretty silly. Yesterday the kitchen staff sponsored "Mustache Monday" and both campers and staff got really into it! And who knew there were so many different kinds of mustaches. There's the imperial mustache, the Dalí mustache, the handlebar mustache, and you can't forget the walrus mustache!
Later in the evening, G-3 and B-4 headed up to Inspiration Point, an amazing place to bond with the bunk and watch the sun set.
Also today was the famous "Bagel Run," an intense and long but exciting elective hike in Yosemite National Park offered for those 3-week campers who want to challenge themselves in the outdoors.
7.21.2006
Say Anything!
Yesterday was an excellent day, particularly for Chalutzim campers. After eating "choco tacos" they were chauffeured by our wonderful drivers up to the wilderness building for open mic night. They watched and participated in skits and songs while munching on tea and muffins.
Counselors Dylan and Josh lead the group in a closing songWhew! Such a busy day! Luckily today is Shabbat so everyone gets a big, delicious dinner and an evening to relax with Kabbalat Shabbat.
7.20.2006
Another busy day at camp!
Speaking of cooking, some campers are making s'mores in the freedom forrest tonight. mmm...sounds good!
What else is on the menu for today?
Campers hang out by the pool
Boating on the lake
Campers love to goof off!
Camper or international woman of mystery?7.19.2006
Sunrise, Sunset
The unit of Eilat will also see some fantastic views today. Later this evening they will be driving to Inspiration Point, a favorite spot to watch the sun go down over a valley. Our song leader, Gal, will accompany the group so that they may sing songs and share stories as they watch the sun slip behind mountains.
Sunrise in Yosemite 7.18.2006
Rage on the Stage
And speaking of rocking, later that night we had a "Rage on the Stage". Aaron, Rafie, and Nama were our fabulous MC trio. One bunk sang "Girls just want to have fun" to kick off the celebration. Some bunks performed lip syncs of their favorite songs, others wrote their own songs. B-10B did a lip sync of "Can You Feel the Love Tonight," which earned them a standing ovation.
Sing on happy campers!7.16.2006
It's Israel Day!
Campers rehearse a spin-off of the Hora
Painting rocks to guide patrons down the aisles!
G-8 and G-9 campers
Campers made a ticket like this for every person in camp!
Working on the setAfter lots of rehearsal and preparation, the show was on!
Campers stand together during the last song of the campire7.15.2006
Shabbat Shalom from Camp Tawonga!
This weekend Shabbat has been made especially special because the Camp Tawonga Board of Directors has come to celebrate with us. Here are some highlights from this morning's Torah service.
A camper stands and joins in singing Adon Olam
Guy leads the camp in an Aliya as Tama, our Jewish Programmer, guides him
A scene from the Parashat Players skit. The Parashat Players, who have become a lively and wonderful part of our weekly Torah service, act out different parts of the Torah. Not only are they entertaining, but they make the stories and teachings of the Torah more understandable and accessible.
Another scene from the Parashat Players
Johnathan and Gal are our amazing song leaders. Johnathan has been coming to Tawonga for the last 14 summers. Gal is one of our fantastic Schlichim, or staff memebers who come all the way from Israel to spend the summer with Tawonga.
A group of campers stand for the singing of "Tall Tall Trees." This is a beloved song that celebrates the natural beauty and glory of the trees and of nature.
Our Hagbah, Gregg, presents the Torah to the community
7.14.2006
A fun day for Carmel
On Friday morning, everybody was doing something different around camp. The unit of Eilat headed over to the ropes course to challenge themselves on both low and high elements. Haifa had a unit swim and Galil campers were either at the Climbing Wall or playing drama games with Drama Steve. Our oldest campers in Chalutzim were still out on the last day of their backpacking trips. So many people were doing so many fun things! We caught up with the girls of G-1 and G-2 who were braiding Challah for Shabbat dinner. This is a very sepcial weekend because the Camp Tawonga Board of Directors celebrated Shabbat with us at camp. The girls braided a lot of Challah!
(The best part of Challah braiding is definitely the flour!)
After the success of Challah braiding, the girls headed over to Arts and Crafts to do some tie-dying.
Rose teaches the fine art of tie-dye
Such a beautiful shirt!
7.12.2006
We're famous!
Thanks to Steve and Sam, a father/son duo with a website who podcast shows, Camp Tawonga's name has been heard from here to Australia! Wanna check it out and get a kid's perspective on things? http://sgshow.blogspot.com
7.11.2006
Magical Mystery Tour
On this quest, brave campers sign up with no idea what they're going to be doing! Along the way they pick up clues that tell them where their next activity will be. This group found out they'd be rafting the South Fork of the American River. Our campers got drenched in rapids with names like Satan's Cespool, Troublemaker, and Hospital Bar. And these are just the tame rapids!
Now that everyone has returned home safely, we know you're tempted to find out all about the trip. But don't let them tell you too much! After all, this is the magical mystery tour!
7.10.2006
Backpacking
Each bunk in sessions 2, 3 and 4, gets a chance to go on a 1-2 night backpacking trip as part of the Tawonga experience. The day before the trip, the bunk will meet with the wilderness leader who will accompany them, to tell them where they are going. They also get fitted for packs, and gather any other equipment they will need. Then they return to their bunks to pack clothing and personal items.
In the morning the bunk gathers with their two counselors and wilderness leader to pack group gear such as pots, pans, and food.
When everyone is ready to go they are driven out to the trailhead, usually an hour or two away. Bunks hike 1-6 miles, depending on their age, and then set up camp. Campers help staff cook dinner and clean up before the campfire where they spend time really getting to know each other. The trip would not be complete without a swim in one of the many lakes, rivers, or waterfalls. The bunk returns back to camp as a close knit unit to enjoy hot water and Tawonga kitchen prepared meals. Those bunk beds have never looked so good!
7.06.2006
Happy Birthday!
First, Deborah calls our lucky birthdays up to the front of the dining hall where she asks a very important question:
"Have you ever had a birthday at Tawonga before?"
No?!?
Everyone in the dining hall will shout: "She's never had a birthday at Tawonga before!"
Each birthday camper is given a dessert to share with their tablemates and 2 wishes. One for themselves, and one for the WHOLE world.
When they are done wishing it's up into the flying chair they go! How old are you? Just count how many times you're thrown into the air!
After that it's time to dig in!
7.05.2006
Happy 4th of July!
Ok so there were no fireworks, but our campers certainly got their fill of good old fashioned American fun! Campers celebrated their independence by making their own choice at breakfast of red, white, or blue pancakes! From there, bunks spent the morning competing against each other in a series of fun, 4th of July themed challenges.
A traditional picnic lunch of fried chicken, potato salad, and watermelon was served outside in the beautiful weather! The festivities continued in the afternoon with a parade around camp featuring signs the campers had made earlier, and Fourth of July themed float activity choices.
And what would a holiday be without a party?! Campers got down and groovy on Monday night with a Hard Rock Cafe themed dinner. Afterwards, our oldest hardrockers showed off their head banging dance moves, and we were transported back to the 70's and 80's by their wacky costumes.
As you can see, a rockin' good time was had by all.7.03.2006
Quest update
Today our group enjoyed a little rest and relaxation in the hot springs near Hot Creek. After hiking all over the mountains I'm sure they were excited to hang out in one place and kick back without their boots and backpacks!
Tomorrow our adventurers head to Tahoe where they will stay overnight to do laundry, send and receive mail, and prepare for the next leg of their journey: a two day river rafting excursion down the American river.
Our bold quest-ers are sure to come back with great memories from the trip and we can't wait to see where they'll go next!
A day in the life of a camper
Campers spend each morning as a group with their bunkmates doing all sorts of activities. On the first night, each bunk listens to presentations from the staff and then decides as a group which activities they would like to sign up for. Some groups choose drama and arts and crafts, while others choose to play frisbee and work in the garden.
After lunch campers have rest hour. It's a great time to try to catch a few zzz's (trust us, those campers are going to need it!), but for campers not in the mood, they're free to hang out with bunkmates, go to the canteen, or write home to tell you about their wonderful camp experience!
Afternoons are hot at Tawonga and we think that makes it the perfect weather for water play!
Bunks can swim, relax, and splash around in our olympic size pool, enjoy the slip n' slide on the grass, boat on our lake, get gnarly (an activity where campers learn it can be fun to be covered in paint), or go down to the river. But if you're not a water lover, there's plenty more to do! Campers can bake cookies, play basketball, frisbee, or gaga, learn Israeli dance, make pottery or enjoy other arts and crafts.
And if your bunk didn't make it to the pool during cabin time, there's free swim! No matter what your mood there's an activity for you. Feeling sporty? There's a water polo game going on. Just want to relax? Hang out in an inner tube.
After we give campers a chance to wash up it's dinner time! Song session is lively and includes lots of dancing. Bunks can choose to spend some of their time learning Israeli dances and we make sure to include the "dance of the day" in our song session for campers to show off their newly acquired moves!
If you didn't get a chance to do your favorite activity during the day don't worry! Campers have float time where they can choose individually which activity they'd like to go to and then stay as long as they'd like. Some of the choices are archery, yoga, boating on the lake, softball, arts and crafts, basketball, and many others!
Even when the sun goes down the fun doesn't stop! Night time activities include campfires, talent shows, star gazing and other camper suggested activities. 80's themed jazzercise? Sure! Hockey in the dining hall? Why not?!
After a full day, campers head to their bunks for bed time to rest up. Tomorrow is another day!
