by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jun 30, 2018 | 20s & 30s, Camping and Youth Engagement, Camps & NFTY, Caring Community, College Life, Leadership
During Crane Lake’s eight day training process, each staff member attends regular activities with different people while also facing unique experiences meant to push everyone out of their comfort zones. A multitude of opportunities for returning and new staff...
by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jun 29, 2018 | Disabilities, Diversity, Leadership, Summer
by Shaina Morrel, General Counselor & Jake Rudolph, Director of Digital Media Mental Health is becoming prominent in today’s culture and, unfortunately, is paired with negative stigmas. As a significant number of people suffer from disorders like anxiety and...
by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jun 29, 2018 | 20s & 30s, Alumni, Why Camp
This post was originally posted here as part of Foundation for Jewish Camp’s summer blog series “Because of Jewish Camp.” Each week, they are featuring personal reflections from camp parents, staff, and alumni exemplifying the ways that Jewish camp impacted their...
by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jun 27, 2018 | Education
During staff week, we host Yom Limud, a day of Jewish learning for all staff members with our rabbis, cantors, and educators from our congregations. This year, staff became students at Kesher College, a marvelous Jewish learning institution featuring unrivaled faculty...
by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jun 22, 2018 | Education, Leadership
Every year, instructors from all around the globe gather at Crane Lake Camp a week before the General Counselors arrive. The extra time is crucial for our professionals because it allows them to refine their skills and frame their teaching for the summer at...