#Commemorate48

#Commemorate48

This past weekend, OSRUI and it’s amazing community celebrated our director, Jerry Kaye, and head nurse, Paula Kaye, on their 48 years of service to this camp and thanked them for everything they have done for thousands of people around the world in making...
Ivrit in my mind, body, and soul!

Ivrit in my mind, body, and soul!

A summer at OSRUI brings experiences that last a lifetime. Among the most unique opportunites is the program called חלוצים Halutzim. חלוצים means “pioneers” and is different than any other session in camp – it is a completely immersive Hebrew environment. From sunup...
And I Remember Camp…

And I Remember Camp…

“Adolescence can be a time of both disorientation and discovery. This transitional period can bring up issues of independence and self-identity; many adolescents and their peers face tough choices regarding schoolwork, sexuality, drugs, alcohol, and social life.”...
Where Do You Call Home?

Where Do You Call Home?

On the opening day at Olin Sang Ruby Union Institute, the faculty and staff were told about how at some camps the leaders are instructed to say: “welcome home” rather than “welcome back.”  The difference, as we were told, is that at OSRUI, the chanichim (campers),...
Each day is momentous and rewarding!

Each day is momentous and rewarding!

It’s been a fun filled two weeks in Moshavah so far this summer! We enjoyed settling into our ohelim (tents) and getting accustomed to our tight knit community downstairs. Each day the chanichim (campers) enjoy their chug (activity) and sports, swimming and so much...