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camping experience in the Pacific Northwest. The Shabbat-observant and
kosher camp is independent, rooted in Conservative Judaism. It offers
an innovative Jewish experience for youth of all denominations entering
2nd–11th grades. While the largest numbers of campers come from Washington,
Oregon and British Columbia, it also serves Jewish communities
in California, Nevada, Idaho, Alaska, Alberta and many other locations,
including Israel.
Camp is located one hour from Seattle and two hours from Portland,
within view of Mt. Rainier. The spectacular 170-acre wooded facility
features breathtaking views of a private lake, where campers can swim and
paddle boat. Hiking in the untouched beauty of the forest and protected
wetlands augment the exciting outdoor program. Facilities include tennis
courts, sports fields, fully lit basketball courts, a challenge course, zip
tour, an outdoor amphitheatre, and heated cabins. There is also a private
campsite along the banks of the Deschutes River.
At Camp Solomon Schechter, the values of integrity, derech eretz
(respect) and tikkun olam (repairing the world) are emphasized. It is
done through sports, omanut (arts) and teva (nature) to create an ideal
Jewish community. Camp builds Jewish identity and commitment, raises
self-confidence, develops decision making skills, improves social skills,
and enables campers to reach inside themselves and discover talents and
abilities they never knew they had.
Where Judaism and Joy are One!
Boating
Campfires
Swimming
Arts • Sports
Leadership • Israeli Education
Archery • Music • Drama • Gaga
Informal Jewish Education • Fitness
Multimedia • Zip/Challenge Course
In addition to summer camp:
Family Camp • Women’s Retreat • Alumni Camp
Men’s Camp • Simchas • Available for Group Rental
Information & Registration
206.447.1967
www.campschechter.org
info@campschechter.org
Camp is available for year-round retreats for Jewish, academic, and other
organizations; family reunions; B’nai Mitzvah; weddings; celebrations; and
day and group rentals. They provide opportunities for year-round Jewish
living and learning, including family camp weekends, women’s retreats,
men’s camp, alumni reunions, and other Shabbatons.
Hope to see you at Camp Solomon Schechter next summer!
■■Gan Izzy Day Camp of Issaquah-Sammamish
24121 SE Black Nugget Rd.
Issaquah, WA 98029
Phone: 425-985-8996
info@chabadissaquah.com
www.chabadissaquah.com/CGI
Contact: Nechama Farkash
A fun place for kids.
All campers enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a
warm and spirited atmosphere. Gan Israel offers a comprehensive program
designed to strengthen the body and soul. They provide your child with a
rich and wholesome summer vacation of fun and excitement, along with
friendship and a meaningful educational experience.
The real secret to their success lies in their outstanding staff. The counselors,
each of whom has prior camp experience, are chosen from across
the globe for their warmth and for their ability to understand and care
for each child. As a positive role model for your child, they’ll cultivate a
friendship that lasts forever. Their love for the children is surpassed only
by the children’s love for them.
The program will be held at the Chabad of the Central Cascades and
in Beaver Lake Park. Activities include field trips, arts and crafts, drama,
swimming, water activities, exciting games, creative Jewish content and more.
For registration, information and camp dates, please visit their website:
www.chabadissaquah.com/CGI.
Transportation from Bellevue/Redmond – contact them for details. A
program of Chabad of the Central Cascades.
■ ■ Habonim Dror Camp Miriam on Gabriola Island, B.C.
Suite #303-950 W 41st Ave.
Vancouver, BC V5Z 2N7, Canada
Phone: 604-266-2825
Fax: 866-623-7721
camp.miriam@gmail.com
www.campmiriam.org
Contact: Leah Levi, Registrar
Camp Miriam, on beautiful Gabriola Island, just 15 minutes from
Vancouver Island, offers a diverse Jewish camping program for children
completing 2nd–11th grades. Emphasis is on building a youth community
based on values of equality and inclusion.
Through creative programming, campers gain knowledge of Israel,
Jewish history, Hebrew, social justice and other Jewish values. The staff,
mainly Habonim Dror graduates and Israelis, enhances the program with
activities such as a two-day camping trip, arts and crafts, singing, Israeli
dancing, swimming, sports, canoeing and music. Worth experiencing
are the climbing wall in the pool, Shabbat at the Point, and the fun and
craziness of a special day!
Camp Miriam, as a youth-led camp, gives campers the opportunity to
realize their personal potential on many levels, leadership, social, and
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