Writers share the backstory of the prized possession they’ll keep forever
Project Coordinator Rachel Bachrach
Winter is just over, and for months the campgrounds have been eerily quiet. No booming “Yehei Shemei Rabbas,” no cheers from the hockey court, just teams of hard-working Amish families braving the cold to construct bunkhouses, expand the amphitheater, and frame the brand-new shul for the upcoming summer.
But while the boys may be gone, their stories remain. The humble plywood walls bear witness to summers of immeasurable growth only camp can foster.
And in one camp owner’s bungalow, sitting safely on the bookshelf is a memento that showcases that triumph and inspires his vision, pushing him once again to spend the winter pumping money into the camp for necessary upgrades and his head counselor to work hard recruiting the most dedicated counselors. Because you never know what merits await.
Last July, when Dovid stepped off the van from the airport to camp, he handed his electronic tablet in upon arrival, as per camp policy. Dovid lives out of town, and he brought a tablet with him so he could keep himself occupied on the long flight and van ride.
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