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It's hard to believe it's already Week 3! See the schedules below to find out what each unit is doing this week.

I’ve been reminded of the importance to live in the moment and embrace all that life has to offer. Because, you only get one chance at life and I strongly believe in the need to make the most of the time we have been given.

As a unit head, I was incredibly proud to see my campers advocate for what they believe in and embody the Jewish values of a hero. It was a welcome reminder that each one of my campers, at only 13 years old, has the potential to be a hero.

Week 2 was a blast! Read below to see what each unit has been up to.

She offered me the cow to play with, and as I started to cheer up she told me that I could keep that cow, but I only if I continued to bring it to camp with me. 9 years later, the cow has made its way back to upper Goda, as I embark on my time as a Carmel girls CIT.

You can care about others in many ways like helping to pull your bunk mates to the top of the swing. Encouraging your friend to do the zip line even though they are scared of heights. Or helping someone up and making them feel better.

But at camp, and especially on Shabbat, that energy is celebrated. Through words, song, dance, and prayer, their joy can be cultivated and expressed.

Wherever you are, during this Shabbat, we hope that each and every one of you readers  think about your own answers to these questions – and let the answers of those around camp inspire you in your own life.

At Harlam, we pride ourselves on celebrating who we are by being the best version of ourselves – and that means being who we want to be, and knowing that we will be unconditionally accepted for it. 

In any place you experience it, music can connect people and build a strong community bond. At camp, this is experienced ten-fold.