BOKER TOV “Good Morning”
Bunk counselors wake their campers each morning so that campers have enough time to get dressed, brush their teeth, comb their hair, and get to breakfast on time.

BREAKFAST
As a camp community, we begin our meal by reciting Hamotzi (blessing before the meal), and enjoying a varied breakfast menu. Each day includes a breakfast favorite such as pancakes, french toast sticks, oatmeal, waffles, eggs or muffins. Cold cereal, fresh fruit, yogurt, milk and orange juice are always available. We end our meal with the singing of Birkat Hamazon (blessing after the meal.) On Shabbat morning, our campers enjoy a special breakfast buffet.

NIKAYON “Clean Up”
Each day there is much needed time for cleaning up the bunks. During this time, campers make their beds, organize their cubbies and fill their laundry bags. Campers are also responsible for cleaning the communal areas of the bunk. They rotate each day through a list of Nikayon tasks including sweeping, taking out the trash, emptying the clothesline, and cleaning the bathroom. Each bunk is inspected daily. On Friday afternoon as part of our Shabbat preparation, each bunk cleans a designated area of camp.

LIMUD “Learning”
Campers actively participate in a daily period of Limud, our informal education program. A committed group of rabbis, cantors and educators meet periodically during the year to outline a theme-based summer curriculum that is experiential, creative and age-appropriate for each unit. Guided by our Limud staff, counselors, and the rabbis, cantors, and educators who serve on our summer faculty, campers explore a variety of Jewish concepts and values based on the summer’s theme.

SWIM
Weather permitting, all campers in Nitzanim, Bonim, and Chaverim receive daily American Red Cross swim instruction. Campers are tested during the first few days of each session to assess their swimming ability and to determine appropriate instruction level placement. Campers are placed in various instruction levels based on their swimming test, and not on their instruction level of the previous summer. At the end of the session, campers are tested for proficiency, and awarded official Red Cross certificates if they pass. Girls must wear one-piece bathing suits during swim instruction. We recommend goggles for campers whose eyes are sensitive to chlorine.

During Breira (free time), campers may be able to choose to swim a second time during the day. Always with a buddy, many campers enjoy this free time to splash around and cool off.

LAKE
Each day at camp, campers will visit our beautiful lake. Here they have the opportunity to sail, windsurf, canoe, kayak, water-ski, or just swim. There is a seemingly endless number of activities to choose from. All of our waterfront staff is American Red Cross certified in addition to going through a weeklong orientation on our own lake.

SPORTS
Campers enjoy several periods of instructional sport each day. Some campers build on existing skills in a specific sport with an eye towards further improvement, and others begin to develop skills in a new sport. Good sportsmanship, fitness, and fun are all important components of our sports program. A sports specialist teaches all instructional sports. Some campers may choose to be on an inter-camp team. There are plenty of opportunities for campers that want to be a little more competitive. Campers must bring a pair of sneakers to camp to wear during their sports period.

LUNCH
Beginning with Hamotzi, a kid-friendly lunch is served. Some favorites include pizza, cold cuts, fish sticks, grilled cheese sandwiches, and macaroni and cheese. Peanut butter and jelly and fresh fruit are always available. Lunch ends with Birkat Hamazon.

MENUCHA “Rest Hour”
After an activity-packed morning, campers need to take a break. During Menucha, or rest period, campers sit quietly on their beds. Some sleep, others read or play quiet games with bunkmates. This is the time when many campers write letters home to family and friends.

BREIRA “Free Time”
During Breira, or free time, campers are free to walk around camp and enjoy all that camp offers. Some campers swim or go boating, others play ball or jog, and many just find a shady spot to sit with friends and relax. All bunk counselors and specialists are stationed around camp to supervise the many activities available during Breira. Campers are not allowed in their bunks during Breira because their counselors are out and about.

DINNER
Beginning with Hamotzi, a kid-friendly dinner is served. Some favorites include tacos, chicken fajitas, baked ziti, spaghetti and meatballs, turkey, and chicken nuggets. Each week campers enjoy a barbeque of burgers and hot dogs. Peanut butter and jelly and fresh fruit are always available. Dinner ends with dessert and Birkat Hamazon.

TOCHNIT EREV “Evening Program”
Each unit plans and enjoys its own program each evening. Some programs are social programs, such as pool parties or wacky olympics, and others are content-based, such as those dealing with peer pressure or social activism. We also offer Judaic programs such as those about Israel or Jewish traditions. Occasionally, the entire camp community will come together for one camp-wide program such as a special concert or dance, a July Fourth carnival or a play. No matter what type of program is planned, each unit enjoys an evening of friendship and fun.

CANTEEN
Twice each week campers choose from a long list of sweets and ice cream from our canteen. Campers visit it after lunch so that they can enjoy their extra treat during Menucha. Campers must hand their counselor a letter written to Mom and Dad in exchange for their selection.