The dates of camp have changed. Please mark your calendars-
Visiting Day will be on Sunday July 18th!!
New Camp Dates for this Summer are:
Monday June 28th - Sunday July 25th - First Session
Sunday July 25th - Sunday August 15th - Second Session
Monday June 28th - Sunday August 15th - Full Session
SNOWMAN MELTS!!!!!
(Posted February 10, 2010 by Randi)
A group of BHEC campers decided to meet up and build a snowman this morning. Within a half hour it had melted. One very smart camper figured out the answer to the riddle. The group's warmth carried over from the summer was too much for the snowman to endure.
So everyone, while you enjoy this snow day, just remember-BHEC SUMMER 2010 is heating up. Tell your friends that spaces are filling fast!
Jordans Back!!
(Posted February 2, 2010 by Jordan)
What an honor! After 20+ years of spending my summers in BHECamps, I have reached a really amazing point in my camping life. I am excited to take on role as Head Counselor for this upcoming summer. So far, the amount of support and congrats from campers, staff and parents has been overwhelming. I thank each and every one of you!
Lastly Linda, I appreciate you giving me this incredible opportunity.
There was a great turnout at the BHEC Reunion on Jan 31st. The kids were all playing games and having fun on the rides. In addition, Linda and I were able to introduce ourselves and take questions from parents in the Skybox. Thank you to Jon Geller, our Waterfront Director, for emphasizing his focus on creating a brand new Instructional Swim Program.
Our 2nd meeting was just as successful. We had the chance to meet the LIT 1's as well as their parents. The questions and comments will guide us as we continue to develop an amazing new LIT Program.
For those of you who do not know me, I started camp in 1988 as a 7 year old Bunk 1 camper. From age 7-14 I was proud make my way from The Hill, through Junior Unit, and onto Senior Unit...the best times of my life. I went on to become a CIT 95 which trained me to become a counselor in Junior Unit for 3 more years. From there I took to the lake, where I guarded for 6 years...I emphasize that there was no pool yet! For the following summers, I was LIT Head for 2 summers followed by 2 summers as Waterfront Director. Becoming Head Counselor is the cherry on top.
Along with Hellen and Norah, my wonderful wife and cuter than life baby, we are all looking forward to creating and sharing more true BHEC experiences.
See you in Copake!
-Jordan Kapp
Reunion A Smash Hit!!
(Posted February 2, 2010 by Randi)
With over 150 people in attendance, the reunion last weekend was a huge success.Many past campers rekindled old friendships, while other people spent time getting to know Linda, the new Executive Director, and Jordan, the new Head Counselor.To see all the fun we had, please log into our photo gallery.
February Birthdays!!
(Posted February 2, 2010 by Randi)
Happy Birthday to all our campers born in February!
Jonathan
Schindler
2/1
Lauren
Simons
2/4
Paige
Monte
2/4
Jeremy
Blitz
2/7
Elan
Teyf
2/9
Sydney
Shulman
2/16
Alyssa
Maisner
2/18
David
Fast
2/18
Henry
Asulin
2/18
Danielle
Sulema
2/19
Joan
Marshall
2/20
Joseph
Yakhnin
2/22
Samantha
Rubin
2/24
Ariana
Roman
2/26
Elias
Strizower
2/27
Samantha
Weiner
2/28
More Information About The Reunion This Sunday
(Posted January 29, 2010 by Randi)
We are looking forward to seeing all of you this Sunday at the reunion.
In the Sky Box Linda will be meeting and greeting parents. What's most exciting is that Jordan Kapp is returning to BHEC as our Head Counselor and John Geller is returning to BHEC as the Waterfront Director. They will be re-introducing themselves, talking about their Summer plans and the MANY exciting improvements you can expect for the upcoming summer. Additionally, Craig Sulema who has accepted the position of Athletics Director will be answering all of your sports related questions and discuss some of the inter-camp games he is working on.
If you havent already done so, please RSVP to the reunion by emailing Randi at randi@bhecamps.com
JANUARY RAFFLE WINNER ANNOUNCED for Summer Camp 2010
(Posted January 29, 2010 by Randi)
A lucky family from Oceanside won the raffle and is thrilled to have signed up their 8 year old daughter. February drawing to be held in 14 days. Only new families are eligible. To enter the raffle click on the link for the raffle on our home page www.bhecamps.com
GOOD LUCK
ITS A GIRL!!!!
(Posted January 29, 2010 by BHEC)
Mazel Tov to our Camp Registrar Randi and Scott Lieberman on the birth of a beautiful girl, Lily. Get ready to take numbers for a turn to wheel Lily around camp this summer!
Reunion Reminder for January 31st
(Posted January 26, 2010 by Randi)
The reunion will be taking place on January 31st, 10am-12pm, at New Roc City in New Rochelle, NY.
Linda and Jordan will be available at that time to meet with parents and answer any questions. After the reunion, from 12pm-2pm, Linda will meet with the parents of the campers who will be LIT 1's and LIT 2's.
Directions to New Roc City are below:
From I-95 Northbound - Get off at Exit 16. Turn left at the light, then make a right turn under the bridge onto Cedar Street. At second light turn right onto Huguenot Street, getting into the left hand lane as quickly as possible. Go one short block and enter the garage on your left.
From I-95 Southbound - Get off at Exit 16. Bear left at the Exit and around the circle. At the Stop sign bear right onto Cedar Street. At second light turn right onto Huguenot Street, getting into the left hand lane as quickly as possible. Go one short block and enter the garage on your left.
PARKING
Parking is available for $0.50 per hour. Proceed to the forth level of the garage and use the walkway/overpass directly into the building.
Don’t forget your parking space number. You will need it to pay for parking
NEW POSITION to be filled by OLD TIME BHEC staff member
(Posted January 19, 2010 by Linda)
Linda Askenazi announced that a newly created Head Counselor position will add great value to BHEC's camp community. Welcome back to JORDAN KAPP, a beloved and capable BHEC alum.
The Head Counselor, the highest position in camp, will be free of typical administrative responsibilies giving him time to be right out there, day and evening with the children and staff of BHEC. Jordan's warmth and friendliness mixed with his commitment and professionalism make him the perfect candidate for Head Counselor.
Jordan with his wife and new baby look forward to meeting all who attend the reunion on Jan.31st!!!!
Chat With Linda Our New Executive Director
(Posted January 5, 2010 by Randi)
Berkshire Hills prides itself in its homegrown staff. You have an opportunity to help us find them. Families are most welcome.
Here's what we need:
Division Heads-in charge of supervising unit leaders
Lifeguards and Asst Head Lifeguard- WSI preferred
Outdoor Supervisor-Supervises Biking, Ropes, Nature and Pioneering
Specialists- Music, Theater, Arts and Crafts and other various hobbies
If you or someone you know has a particular interest or special situation (ie;can only work one month) talk to us. We are flexible and willing to create positions for the right staff.
If you have any questions, email me at linda@bhecamps.com
Happy New Year,
Linda
January Birthdays
(Posted January 5, 2010 by Randi)
Happy Birthday to All our Campers Born in January!!
Avital
Benyamini
1/1
Spencer
Rabin
1/1
Zaor
Hai
1/1
Sasha
Abramowitz
1/2
Alyssa
Kobernick
1/6
Marc
Ziarno
1/6
Noy
Messinger
1/7
Jay
Milch
1/7
Maria
Fadeev
1/8
Gabriel
Feldman
1/9
Mallory
Feinman
1/10
Derek
Nasoff
1/11
Jonathan
Altman
1/12
Amanda
Mond
1/15
Benji
Hofing
1/16
Brett
Pogostin
1/17
Jenna
Aboulafia
1/19
Adam
Rosenkranz
1/20
Roni
Batner
1/25
Ian
Luks
1/25
Sasha
Krantz
1/26
Samantha
Fein
1/26
Jacklyn
Fein
1/26
Gracie
Peters
1/27
Julia
Renchner-Kelly
1/27
Alex
Rosenzweig
1/27
Larry
Currier
1/28
Jay
Zaifman
1/29
Julie
Zaifman
1/29
Aaron
Rosenberg
1/30
Jacob
Nuland
1/31
January News from BHEC
(Posted January 5, 2010 by Randi)
Happy New Year to our Families Alumni and Staff
There are 173 days left until camp. Sign Up Now as beds are filling. Registration can be done online by clicking the "REGISTER NOW" link on our website www.bhecamps.com or by requesting an application from Randi at randi@bhecamps.com.
REUNION REMINDER- January 31st New Roc City in New Rochelle, NY. 10am - 12 pm. If you haven’t already done so please RSVP to Randi at randi@bhecamps.com.
Your help is needed!! There's something you can do that would help camp and cost you nothing. Please think of anyone you know who has camp aged Jewish children and tell them about the Campership program. This is an incentive program funded by an anonymous donor that pays $1000 of the fee for first time campers at Berkshire Hills Emanuel Camps. Please tell anyone you can think of who has camp aged children (relative, friend, neighbor, fellow temple or synagogue member, business contact) about this opportunity. While there are some eligibility requirements (cannot be in a Jewish day school, cannot have attended a Jewish camp for three weeks or more) most children are eligible. The incentive is not need based. I am guessing that collectively we know hundreds of people whose children could benefit from this. If everyone out there actively spreads the word, it would make a BIG difference for BHEC. Please take a minute to make a list of people you can tell and then please get the word out. Thanks for your love of camp, and for your continuing support. Our Families and Alumni are camp's greatest resources, and I am consistently amazed by how powerful they can be when galvanized.
