by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jul 6, 2018 | Summer, Traditions
Every year on the 4th of July, the histories of Crane Lake summers are remembered during our annual reading of “The Scroll.” From Nitzanim to Olim, Machon to Leadership Team, or newcomer to 19 year-returning staff, camps vibrant past reminds us of the importance of...
by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jul 4, 2018 | Summer, Uncategorized
Read all about daily life in the Crane Lake Bubble! These interviews, stories and photos are all created and produced by the campers. Each day, these slides are projected in the Chadar Ochel (Dining Hall)! Take a peek inside what it is really like at CLC! July 2,...
by From the Crane Lake Blog | Jul 2, 2018 | Summer
What is camp without campers? Camp is finally here! After ten months of waiting, Summer 2018 began with smiles and hugs as campers returned to their summer home for the first or seventh time. The heat didn’t stop the excitement and energy of Opening Day! Check...
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...