A Typical Day
Camp Galil's daily schedule is packed with meals, education, sports, and community/group activities, while still providing enough free time during the day for rest. Here are a few parts of the schedule ( seder yom ) for a typical day at Galil, plus some activities that we do only on Shabbat to make the day special from the rest of the week.
Morning
Wake Up
השכמה
HashkamaWake Up
השכמה
HashkamaCampers wake to music each morning. Live-in Counselors assist campers as needed, in getting ready to greet a new day.Flag Raising
התכנסות בוקר
Hitkansut BokerFlag Raising
התכנסות בוקר
Hitkansut BokerThis is the first all-camp event of the day. Campers also participate in our useful Hebrew ( Ivrit Shimushit ) skit every morning.Breakfast
ארוחת בוקר
Aruchat BokerBreakfast
ארוחת בוקר
Aruchat BokerDaily Jobs
עבודה
AvodahDaily Jobs
עבודה
AvodahGalil is based on the kibbutz in Israel and avoda is an integral part of that experience. Each camper chooses a work project at the beginning of each session of camp.Cabin Cleanup
ניקיון צריף
Nikayon TzrifCabin Cleanup
ניקיון צריף
Nikayon TzrifEach day the campers return to their cabins to clean before starting the rest of the day.Age Group Activity
פעילות שכבה
Peulat ShicvahAge Group Activity
פעילות שכבה
Peulat ShicvahA daily age-group activity. This time is used either for games, learning, or group building and community activities.Instructional Swim
שחייה לימודית
Schiyah LimuditInstructional Swim
שחייה לימודית
Schiyah LimuditInstructional swim is mandatory for all campers through Sayarim (rising 7th graders). Each age group has the pool to themselves during instructional swim.Sports
זמן ספורט
Zman SportSports
זמן ספורט
Zman SportCampers choose their sport on a weekly basis. We offer a variety of options including soccer, ultimate frisbee, basketball, swimming, track, volleyball, football, aerobics, and yoga.Afternoon
Shower Time
רחצה
RachatzahShower Time
רחצה
RachatzahThis time is set aside for campers to shower or clean up after sports, but before lunch.Lunch
ארוחת צהריים
Aruchat TzoharayimLunch
ארוחת צהריים
Aruchat TzoharayimRest Time
מנוחה
MenuchaRest Time
מנוחה
MenuchaCampers relax in their bunks and take time to read and write their mail. Other typical activities include practicing musical instruments, playing sports or cards, and reading.Age Group Activity
peulat shikvahAge Group Activity
peulat shikvahSame as peulat shikvah aleph -- an activity run for each individual age group each day.Free Swim
שחייה חופשית
Schiyah ChofsheetFree Swim
שחייה חופשית
Schiyah ChofsheetA very popular part of hot summer days!Snack Time
כיבוד
KibudSnack Time
כיבוד
KibudSpecialty Playshops
סדנאות
SadnaotSpecialty Playshops
סדנאות
SadnaotSadnaot are an opportunity for campers to focus on an area of interest. Workshops include Hebrew, nature, ropes course, sports, arts and crafts, Israeli dancing, Israeli culture, and more. Activities are led by specialists.Electives
חוגים
ChugimElectives
חוגים
ChugimAt the start of each session campers choose their chug . Chugim vary each year. Past activities have included soapstone carving, ultimate frisbee, arts and crafts, music appreciation, and yoga.Evening
Song Session & Flag Lowering
שירה ו׳התכנסות ערב
Shira v’Hitkansut ErevSong Session & Flag Lowering
שירה ו׳התכנסות ערב
Shira v’Hitkansut ErevWe gather around the flagpole again to lower our flags. During shira we teach camp songs in Hebrew and English. Campers who already know the songs help teach new campers.Dinner
ארוחת ערב
Aruchat ErevDinner
ארוחת ערב
Aruchat ErevFree Time
חופש
ChofeshFree Time
חופש
ChofeshEvening Program
תוכנית ערב
Tochnit ErevEvening Program
תוכנית ערב
Tochnit ErevThis activity is either with the whole camp or by age group. Every evening is different and can be anything from a camp-wide game of capture the flag or themed party to a quiet, reflective small group activity.Lights Out
לילה טוב
Lyla TovLights Out
לילה טוב
Lyla TovSpecial Shabbat Activities
Kabbalat Shabbat
קבלת שבת
Welcoming ShabbatKabbalat Shabbat
קבלת שבת
Welcoming ShabbatEach age group ( shikvah ) performs a song and dance. The entire camp sings songs about Shabbat and peace before heading to a special dinner.Oneg
עונג שבת
Friday Night DelightOneg
עונג שבת
Friday Night DelightEach week a different shikvah has the chance to write, star in, create the costumes and sets for, and direct a skit for the camp.Israeli Folk Dancing
ריקודי עם
Rikkudei AmIsraeli Folk Dancing
ריקודי עם
Rikkudei AmShabbat Electives
חוגים רציניים
Chugim RitzinimShabbat Electives
חוגים רציניים
Chugim RitzinimOur Shabbat schedule ( seder yom ) is relaxed. Campers can choose a chug that is different than the one they usually participate in. Shabbat Chugim are usually more reflective and connected to nature.Musicale
Musicale
A fantastic opportunity for campers to share their musical and poetic abilities in a supportive environment. Campers usually play their instruments, sing, or read poems during this time.Shabbat Closing Ritual
הבדלה
HavdalahShabbat Closing Ritual
הבדלה
HavdalahThe entire camp comes together to sing the prayers and listen to relaxing music under the stars.Bonfire
מדורה
MedurahBonfire
מדורה
MedurahAnother opportunity for campers to showcase their talents in comedy, skits, and dancing. Led by our oldest campers, everyone has the opportunity to be a part of the experience.