As the LITs (leaders-in-training, 11th grade) near the end of our Central European adventure, we are so grateful for the opportunity. We have not only bonded as a whole kehilah (community), but are now able to look back on this incredible experience and see the whole, balanced picture – from learning together through walking tours and visiting historic synagogues, to adventures and thrills like ziplining and rafting through the Alps.
Over the course of this trip, we have visited many cities, including Munich, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Ljubljana.
We stayed connected to camp by practicing our CCRC traditions whenever possible: b’yachad (our morning camp ritual) on the bus, Hashkiveinu to close out the night, Laila Tovs, and Shabbat services.
And now, we are excited for the next chapter of our summer together – two weeks at our favorite place in the world! We’ve picked the best Leadership Blocks, where LITs learn the “why” and behind the scenes of camp and take the next step in their journeys by creating programs for younger campers. We’re planning the most fun and meaningful evening programs where we can laugh and share even more deeply. And of course, we cannot wait to rejoin our greater CCRC community and all of its traditions!
I asked several LITs: What about this trip are you grateful for?
“I’m grateful for all of the new things we got to see and learn, and all the new friendships we made.” Maddie S.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to travel with such a good group of friends that I enjoy spending time with. That adds a whole new layer to my experiences. I see things in a new way.” Koby S.
“I’m grateful for the fact that even though we’re in a different place, we still feel the community of camp around us.” Livy G.
“I’m grateful for this extraordinary experience and being able to go to six countries in Europe with kids I have been growing up going to camp with for years.” Jacob M.
Best,
Brenda Serpick, LIT Coordinator