Food for Thought

by | Jun 30, 2023 | Uncategorized

At the Jewish summer camp I grew up at in the finger lakes of western New York, the big sport was speedball, a madcap combination of soccer, basketball, and football that campers and staff alike enjoyed. I, a deeply uncoordinated indoor kid, routinely grew frustrated...

Summer is Here!

by | Jun 16, 2023 | Uncategorized

Year after year, hundreds of cars drive down Smith Lane to the gates of GFC. This year is no exception, and the familiar excitement is all around. In just two days Bruceville will be buzzing as we welcome our Session One campers. It is in this moment, the quiet before...

The Shabbat Calm

by | Jun 16, 2023 | Uncategorized

The first week of camp is always hectic and crazy, but Shabbat seems to be the one thing that calms everyone down. From the chaos and rowdiness of Opening Day, campers look forward to watching the sunset over Lake Jake during Friday evening services. Shabbat over the...
Shira’s Camp Journey

Shira’s Camp Journey

by | Apr 15, 2022 | Uncategorized

Hi y’all! My name is Shira Karp, and I am one of the new Assistant Directors at GFC. I am looking forward to meeting and working with so many amazing GFC families. You, like me, may be wondering how I became one of the Assistant Directors. Let’s rewind to the...