by Libby Fisher, Communications Manager This blessing for chanichim (campers) heading to OSRUI this summer was originally posted by Rabbi Phyllis Sommer on her blog in 2011. To see her current blog, visit Ima On (and Off) the Bima! From the OSRUI Camp Song: Every year...
by Libby Fisher, Communications Manager As we creep closer and closer to Opening Day, our tzevet (staff) are learning about the chanichim (campers) who will join us. This morning, our Kallah tzevet took a moment to share some personal thoughts during t’filot...
by Libby Fisher, Communications Manager You ask, we answer! This week, we’ve heard a lot of questions about laundry at camp. Here’s some helpful laundry information as you prepare to send your chanichim (campers) to OSRUI! – Laundry service is...
by Jerry Kaye, Director Emeritus As Father’s Day approaches, Jerry shares personal thoughts and wisdom on male role models who impacted him. “Father’s Day was not a day of celebration for me as a child. I never knew my father. My parents divorced when I...
by Debbie Locketz, Camper Care Director Opening Day is in less than a week, and our tzevet (staff) is busy preparing for the chanichim (campers) to arrive! Of course, that means you’re also getting ready at home, and one of the best ways you can help your child...
by Solly Kane, OSRUI Director In the weeks before camp there’s lots of activity … tents are going up, boats are coming out of storage, gardens are being planted, trees are being trimmed. And our summer staff members are going through intensive training to help them be...