Breaking Down Borders and Welcoming the Stranger through Medicine
What was eye opening to all of us was how even though Israel and Syria do not get along with each other, this Israeli hospital has taken it upon themselves to care for Syrian civilians. It just goes to show how even with physical barriers separating countries, Israel is breaking down those borders to help people.
Pokeah Ivrim: Why We Wear Sunscreen!
Putting a new spin on an old favorite!
Maccabiah Games LARP edition 2018
LARP is by far one of our campers favorite ways to stay active. That’s why we were all so excited for this Maccabiah especially!
Derech Eretz: Bringing our Jewish Values to Innovation
On Shabbat, Sci-Tech Israel heard from their first entrepreneur of the trip, Giel Matz, the Managing Director of the hardware department of Keter Plastics. Look around Israel, have you ever sat in a white plastic chair? If so you’ve most likely sat in a Keter chair.
How is Camp Going?
When you are challenged in a nurturing environment and see role models who show you that being incredibly bright is incredibly cool, you reach beyond your comfort zone. Read more about an incredible moment during our first session.
First Shabbat of Session 1
Shabbat is a major part of our Jewish heritage which we love to celebrate at camp!
Balak: Using our Words Wisely
We have so many words to use, why waste them with curses and negativity? On this trip, you have a lot of opportunities to interact with peers, Israeli teens, entrepreneurs, and scientists. Use your words wisely. Be kind to everyone you meet. When someone shares their story, listen.
Session 1 Reflections
With session 1 wrapping up, our campers and staff had a lot to say about all of the wonderful moments here at camp and their experiences! Read below to find out what they said!
LARP 5 by 5
We often have campers ask us about how they can take LARP home with them. So we asked our former LARP Specialist Mason to give us some helpful tips in organizing the event, and some of the benefits to being an active LARPer.