Thank You! “I Cannot Wait to See this Dining Hall”
To anyone who has contributed to the funding of the new dining hall for Crane Lake Camp, I just wanted to take a minute to share with you my appreciation for you and your generous offer. When people ask me what I am doing over the summer I always respond, “I’m going...
Camp Rocks!
by Elena Messinger, Crane Lake Camper. The following article originally appeared in New York Family 2012 Ultimate Summer Camp Guide. Since the first day I started camp at URJ Crane Lake in the Berkshires in the summer of 2009, it has become my home away from home....
NFTY Convention Music… You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet
If there is one thing I love about NFTY Convention, it’s that I get to be a part of creating some moments that are unforgettable for teens and even for myself. Having grown up in NFTY Long Island (now part of NFTY New York Area Region), I had the opportunity to attend the first two Los Angeles NFTY Conventions as a participant. Fast forward 12 years, and I am back in the same room, but the feel is quite different…
Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month and Camp Chazak
February 2013 is the 5th Annual Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month. A month dedicated to raising awareness and expanding the inclusivity of the Jewish community. URJ Eisner and Crane Lake Camps remains committed to inclusivity and to creating programs for a children...
“Amazing Experiences That Words Cannot Explain”
by Emily Singer. Emily is a counselor at Crane Lake Camp and grew up in Newington, CT involved in many aspects of Jewish life including the Temple Sinai Youth Group. This past summer I had the pleasure of working with beautiful young children in a loving and...
“Creating a Community Built on Strong Values”: Lessons Learned From Olim Fellowship
By Robin Miller, Counselor and Olim Fellow, URJ Crane Lake Camp Since the age of nine, I have lived at Crane Lake for either one or two months a year. The painted red gate that surrounds the top of camp acts as a barrier, physically separating the outside...
8 Ways in 8 Nights You Can Impact Camp
Hanukkah is a time to celebrate and get together with family and friends to rejoice in the miracles, big and small, that abound in our lives. It’s also a time when we can re-dedicate ourselves (don’t forget, the translation of “Hanukkah” is “to dedicate”) to the...
Our New Hanukkah Heavy Metal Video
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A Note From The Director: Debby Shriber
Dear Friends, What an exciting few months we have had! Despite the days we lost due to Hurricane Sandy, our camp staff has been very busy this fall. You may wonder what we do in the “off” season – a true misnomer, as we are never off – so I hope this letter gives you...
Debby’s Thoughts of Thanks on “Erev” Thanksgiving
by Debby Shriber, Director, Crane Lake Camp This past summer we often spoke about the value of Hodaya, which we at CLC define as “having an attitude of gratitude.” Each year around Thanksgiving I find myself very reflective. This year especially, I am filled with a...