The Beauty of the Lake

The Beauty of the Lake

By Sarah Freedman, Nitzotzot Unit Head I was a waterfront specialist at Camp Kalsman for the past three years so I have been on the lake more times than I can count. It continues to be one of my favorite places on camp. Everytime I go on the lake whether for a fun...
Summer Reflections

Summer Reflections

By David (Office Dave) Bonham, Office Manager When I got the offer of a job here at Camp Kalsman this summer, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. I knew American camps are like nothing else on earth, but quite what that meant I wasn’t too sure. Looking back from...
Shabbat Reflections

Shabbat Reflections

By Galit Shapira, Ropes Supervisor We have begun our final session of the Summer this week and it brings with it a multitude of emotions. The excitement of new campers, feeling of accomplishment of all we have done this far in the summer, and some sadness in realizing...
Getting the Inside Scoop Over Tomato Soup

Getting the Inside Scoop Over Tomato Soup

By Terra Zicklin, Jessica Brumer, and Michael Fishman As camp is buzzing with excitement, and campers are munching on their opening day grilled cheese and tomato soup, I sit down with our Kesher Unit Head, Jessica, and Sports and Waterfront Specialist, Michael, to get...