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By the Athletics Department The first week for athletics has been a huge success. Set up was quick and smooth and the level of teamwork was extraordinary. Everyone has settled well, running engaging clinics, interacting with campers and working well together. This...

After graduating college and preparing to enter the real world, I felt using my moment of transition to give back to the community that made me the person I am today would be incredibly rewarding, especially if I could lead Gesher through theirs

As I nervously drove through the gates on June 9th, I was immediately embraced, physically and metaphorically. So far, this summer has been amazing, already exceeding my expectations. My camp nightmares have ceased, and campers and staff are already changing each other’s lives.

Thinking about how we interact with natural spaces, such as the mantra “leave no trace” or consequences of deforestation and habitat loss can be considered and discussed with our Teva Rangers.

Pushing through a challenge builds confidence and independence. In order to come to camp and to be successful, you have to learn to be confident and independent each and every day. What challenges do you push through each day?

Put your faith in yourself, your loved ones or even me if you’d like and find your inner beauty. I can’t wait to see all of you love yourselves.

Week 2 is going to rock. We have the all camp 4th of July Carnival as well Nefesh Mountain visiting for Shabbat!  

Havdalah began last Saturday night with the words “Od Yavo Shalom Aleinu”.  Sitting next to me were several Israelis whom I had met at the Seminar outside of Tel Aviv this past April.  Their Hebrew accents and the beautiful music made the prayer come to life.

I think gaining confidence is actually about acknowledging that you are fearful of something and despite that, working through it.