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Children and Teens

Children and Teens

The National Jewish Retreat offers an exciting youth recreational program for children and teenagers ages 2-17. Part of the international network of Camp Gan Israel summer camps, our warm and friendly staff will provide children with a fun experience that will incorporate Jewish themes so children can share the joy of learning that marks the Retreat.

Wednesday & Thursday

Babies and Toddlers (under 2 years)

  • Group babysitting, 9:00 AM through dinner
  • Private babysitting is available at $15 per hour, prior arrangements are required. Contact Fraydee Kessler at 1-877-JRETREAT by June 30, 2013.

Pre-school Children (2-4 years)

  • Kiddy Camp, 9:00 AM though dinner
  • Arts and crafts projects, games and much more in a safe, nurturing environment.
  • Private babysitting is available at $15 per hour, prior arrangements are required. Contact Fraydee Kessler at 1-877-JRETREAT by June 30, 2013.

Children 4-13 years

  • Day Camp, 9:00 though dinner
  • Our specially trained counselors will provide a comprehensive program of sports, activities as well as exciting trips off-site
  • Night activities will be available during evening sessions

Teens 14-17 years

  • Morning trips and outdoor activities
  • Afternoon learning workshops designed especially for teens with experienced instructors
  • Night activities will be available during evening sessions

Friday

  • Group babysitting, Kiddy Camp and Day Camp: 9:00 AM until sessions are over
  • Junior Congregation program during evening services
  • Family seating in main dining room for Shabbat dinner
Private babysitting is available at $15 per hour, prior arrangements are required. Contact Fraydee Kessler at 1-877-JRETREAT by June 30, 2013.

Shabbat

  • Junior Congregation during morning services
  • Family seating in main dining room for Shabbat lunch
  • Group babysitting, Kiddy Camp and Day Camp: During lunch keynote speaker
  • Supervised playroom available during farbrengen and afternoon sessions.

Sunday

  • Same schedule as Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 AM though the last session.
  • Camp tuition is included in registration rates. Private babysitting is available at $15 per hour, prior arrangements are required. Contact Fraydee Kessler at 1-877-JRETREAT by June 30, 2013.
 

Program

kids

Scintillating lectures and workshops by world-renowned Jewish educators and thinkers with superb dining and elegant accommodations.

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Entertainment

concert

The National Jewish Retreat has been known, over the years, to wow and delight guests with the finest of Jewish entertainment

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Recreation

recreation

Nearby facilities provide numerous fields and trails for outdoor enthusiasts to golf, hike and bike.

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