Stepping into History in Tzofim

Stepping into History in Tzofim

Here in Tzofim we are having a terrific time. Campers in Tzofim live in tents and eat outside. This is an incredibly unique unit, and is exceptional among Jewish camps all over the United States for the way in which these chanichim (campers) celebrate the rhythm and...
K-A-L-L-A-H KALLAH WOO S-E-G-E-L SEGEL WOO!

K-A-L-L-A-H KALLAH WOO S-E-G-E-L SEGEL WOO!

By Kallah Gimmel Segel (faculty) Rabbi Richard Prass and Rabbi Phyllis Sommer The chanichim (campers) are doing great in Kallah Gimmel. They are energetic, flexible, and bring such great ruach (spirit). Even when the weather was extra-sticky, they enjoyed extra time...
Rolling…Rolling…Rolling on the River

Rolling…Rolling…Rolling on the River

Our Chalutzim Rosh Eidah, Hila Zrihen of Tel Aviv, writes about the Chalutzim Canoe trip.  When you think about taking approximately 82 campers and 20 staff on a trip, for three days, two nights, canoeing all day on the Wisconsin River, camping at night in tents,...
Memory Monday

Memory Monday

Let’s take a Memory Monday look back at all of the amazing events that took place during the first half of camp. https://vimeo.com/175736603
While We Were Away

While We Were Away

Here is everything that you missed while we were resting for Shabbat: This weekend was an incredible one at OSRUI.  We welcomed over 60 alumni back home to 600 Lac La Belle Dr for a weekend of laughs, memories, song, dance, and catching up.  We also welcomed over 20...
“May You Be Blessed As You Go On Your Way”

“May You Be Blessed As You Go On Your Way”

This morning, Tour L’Agam departed for their two and a half week, 1,000 mile biking journey around Lake Michigan. We wish nothing but safety, health, happiness, joy, excitement, laughter, (safe!) adventure, and incredible tan lines.  Can’t wait to hear...