In this session we will learn and try different methods and approaches of self-reflection with a focus on using these skills at camp – and beyond!

Fire has been a place of gathering, refuge, ritual and prayer in cultures around the world.  Imagine creating a fire that ignites your passion and empowers your Jewish neshama (soul). We will make fire and create a place to remember. 

In this session we will: find gratitude in the face of that which seems to be most challenging us, supporting each other to approach our most burning problems, challenges, and frustrations with an attitude of care, love, and openness.

In this session we will: use storytelling techniques to seek clarity in our visions, intentions, and motivations! Participants come with any vision or challenge that is on their mind (e.g. implementing learnings from Cornerstone!) that they are open to share.

In this session we will: connect through the music and writing that inspires us.

In this session we will: learn how we can approach our decisions through the prism of our core values in ways that help to complicate our thinking, consider perspectives outside our comfort zones, resist complacency and be our best selves. 

*Specialty tracks are three part sessions that really delve into a content area

In this session we will: develop skills for creating a positive culture of sport at camp. Through redesigning and reimagining our favorite camp sports, we will learn how we can make sports more inclusive and use sports at camp to build community and teach valuable lessons to our campers and co-staff. 

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*Specialty tracks are three part sessions that really delve into a content area

The forest offers more than just fresh air and beauty; it offers us glimpses of a natural wisdom found throughout our Jewish tradition. Expert artisans help us forge a new understanding of our rituals, iconography and even Torah itself. Come explore what nature and the Forest can teach us about being Jewish. 

*Specialty tracks are three part sessions that really delve into a content area

In this session we will: explore t’fillah as both a balance of liturgy and prayer (incl. what that means) and an opportunity for spiritual development through programs you can run at camp, plus how finding your “why” can elevate the t’fillah experience for you as a leader or participant, your campers, and your staff, making it more meaningful for everyone  

*Specialty tracks are three part sessions that really delve into a content area

In this session we will: discuss and learn about supporting camper wellness and explore ways to create a cabin community that positively promotes social and emotional health.