Gan Israel is part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world. Gan Israel enjoys a well-earned reputation as a trendsetter with innovative ideas, creative programs and new activities.
Many a child has been known to wait all year to come back to Gan Israel! From Ktan Tan to our Mamosh division, campers enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and field trips in a warm and vivacious atmosphere.
Our fast growing Ktan Tan offers a wonderful opportunity for youngsters 2-4 to have their first experience in a real summer camp. The children are guided in organized activity, play & social skills by loving, patient and caring staff who serve all year-round as pre- school teachers. Our kiddies are growing fast, this is the place to be!
Our picturesque camp sites, contain beautiful facilities,well suited to a full program of sports, games, crafts, dramatics and other enriching camp activities. Our experienced staffers work to develop skills, confidence and a sense of fair play within each child.
Gan Israel is much more than a physical break from the school routine and winter activities. Its a comprehensive program designed to strengthen the body and soul. It provides your child with a rich and wholesome summer vacation of fun and excitement along with friendship and meaningful educational experiences.
Staff
Child development is the most significant ingredient in a healthy camp experience. This is why our staff is the real secret to our success. Our experienced counselors are known for their personal warmth and ability to care for each child as an individual. Many staff members return year after year, lending experience and continuity to all programs. Each counselor is a role model for our children, promising them friendship which will last forever! Their love for the children is surpassed only by the childrens love for them.
Culture
Gan Israel campers are imbued with a deep sense of pride in their Jewish heritage and a love for the land of Israel. Weekly Judaic themes are taught through exciting activities, stories, songs, games and contests, which are part of the unique Gan Israel experience. Combined with group discussions and educational programs, these events bring to life the beauty and values of our tradition.
Activities & Special Events
Our weekly program is enhanced with choirs, Olympic type games, police and fire demonstrations, drama, ballet, carnivals, dress-up days, overnights, color war, hiking, bunk competition, Shabbos parties, Challah baking, and .. oh... so much more. Under the direction of our experienced crafts director, campers will have the opportunity to design and take home some wonderful Judaica projects.
Trips On The Go
Gan Israels Trip Days, which are well known, are geared to the childrens interests, are scheduled a few times a week and feature excursions to many local attractions as well as accross the State.
Our NEW campsite, located at the headquarters for Chabad of N. Broward & S. Palm Beach in picturesque Parkland, is uniquely suited for a great camp experience. Conveniently located on the Broward and Palm Beach border, our camp sits adjacent to 50 acres of parks and fields.
The spacious indoor and outdoor facilities will enable us to provide campers with summer fun, whatever the weather outside. Our fabulous onsite pool, is enjoyed by all of our campers. A specially designed pre-school playground, playing fields, and air-conditioned bunks and common areas all add to the Camp Gan Israel summer experience.
The camp location is a 27,000 sq ft campus with grassy playing fields,a basketball court, an auditorium and air conditioned facilities. Camp Gan Israel has an on-site outdoor swimming pool, monitored by trained and licensed aquatics professionals.
Camp Gan Israel7170 Hillsboro Canal Road
Parkland, FL 33067
Map954-970-9551
www.CGIBroward.com
