Shalom Galil Parents! Last night was very special at Machaneh Galil. We trekked through the wilderness of Machaneh Galil, re-enacting the escape from post-war Europe to Palestine. The bonim (9th grade) were responsible for planning and directing the activity; they prepared a number of exciting activities and stations, directing the madrichim (counselors) to act like British officers, and arranging for the bogrim (10th grade) to lead the younger kids through the woods. At the end of the night all the kids gathered together in “Palestine” to drink chai and eat elephant ears and ruggelach.

Tonight was Casino Royale night. We learned that the evil villain Dustfinger was attempting to turn Galil into a stripmall and/or private retreat. However, in order to do so, he had to play a fateful hand of poker against the suave, dashing James Bond. Fortunately the good guys triumphed and a fun night at the casino in the cheder-ochel (dining hall) was had by all. The bogrim (10th grade) showed their flair by dealing cards and handing out money for the kids to spend in a riotous fashion.

XOXO

Dusty and Nora