First Impressions

This blog was started this summer with high hopes. Hopes that the campers could have a means to express how they truly feel about this camp. To encourage them to write things down, to really think, and to be a part of something more. The hopes are that each day at least one camper will speak their mind and a post on this blog will be made so that you, reader, can attempt to understand even a little about what Solelim really means to these kids. We as the staff have given them the opportunity for freedom of speech, here is our first post, by one of our campers.

Camp Solelim is, in essence, organized anarchy. It is a mishpacha; a family. It is freedom. It is responsibility. It is coming of age. Camp Solelim is the most unique experience on earth. The spirit that so greatly resides in the campers, the staff, the chugs and activities is obvious even from the first few moments of camp. As the bus rolled in carrying the rookie unit, their staff and fellow campers, the post unit, welcomed them with open arms - and open mouths. No matter the cause, Solelimnicks will put all hands and feet behind it. This unconditional ruach is what makes our camp more like a family than anything else. Furthermore, the freedom and privileges, aptly geared towards our age group, encourage all to rise to the challenge - not abusing said privileges. This attitude is the laid back persona that everyone needs in the summer. Even with our busy schedules and filled days we manage to have a relaxed time on the beach in tents or around camp - the operative word being relaxed - the dedication in the hearts of the staff, the energy in the campers, and the homeyness of the facilities makes Camp Solelim indescribable. It is, simply, Camp Solelim.

-Anonymous  Rookie, July 5th 2012