In last week's Torah portion, Vayakhel discusses the building of the Mishkan, a portable sanctuary. How fitting that we should come together for Mitzvah Weekend this very week. A small but mighty crew came together to work and begin to prepare the camp for the summer...

This week, we celebrate the holiday of Purim, a joyous and playful holiday filled with costumes, masks, and celebrations. Purim commemorates the story of Queen Esther, who saved the Jewish people from Haman’s plot to destroy them. In the story, Esther initially hides...

A few weeks ago I had the incredible opportunity to attend the OneURJ retreat, a professional development event for all URJ employees. It was a chance to connect with colleagues and deepen our commitment to shaping young Jewish lives. As I reflect on the retreat, I’m...

Being at camp in the non-summer months always fills my soul and gives me a boost to get to summertime. This past weekend, that boost came in the form of Family Camp and Teen Extravaganza. We welcomed 30 families and 37 teens to camp for a weekend of fun, meeting new...

At the end of GFC meals, after bussing our tables, but before saying birkat hamazon, we give Shout Outs. Shout Outs recognize, thank and highlight members of the camp community who go above and beyond. Now, we want to give Shout Outs to YOU for the many ways you, our...

This week, GFC’s Camp Committee met for our annual Winter Meeting. They were asked to give us specific examples of how we typically describe GFC, and I was so inspired that I want to share some of the responses with you. **Read until the end to learn about Year-Round...

As I watch the Chanukah lights brighten my window, I am filled with joy thinking about all the ways our camp community has brought warmth and light throughout the year. In a world that often feels complicated and, at times, dark, I’m constantly amazed by how the power...

Earlier this week, our team spent 4 days with Jewish camping professionals from across North America and Israel at the Jewish Camp Summit hosted by JCamp 180 and Foundation for Jewish Camp. We left this time together overflowing with ideas and excitement for what is...

In the summer of 1985, I was 8 years old when my parents went on vacation. While they and my brothers were away, my neighbor was taking care of me and dropped me at the bus in Houston to take me to Greene. (No lasting bitterness here that my parents didn’t drop me off...

Each summer we ask our families to provide feedback on their child's experiences at camp through our Camper Satisfaction Insight survey. We are excited to share with you some of the highlights from the survey this summer! Thank you to everyone who has participated; we...