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Hello CBS Weekend of Heroes (W.O.H.) Families:

We are very excited about our upcoming weekend with you at Camp Solomon Schechter! We hope you are all looking forward to this fun-filled weekend as much as we are. We have over 100 people attending and it will definitely be a memorable weekend. This experience promises to be a fabulous opportunity for community-building and family time. Below you will find all the information you need to help make the weekend as successful as possible. If you have any questions, please contact Leah Ackermann at: LeahAckermann@bethshalomseattle.org, or call at 206-679-7248.

We’ll see you on June 8th!

The W.O.H. Team: Stephen Brown, Rabbi Borodin, Irit Eliav, Carol Benedick, Leah Ackermann


 * __What to bring (Please make sure //everything// is clearly marked with a last name or at least initials):__**

There are cots and bunk beds with mattresses, but you need to bring bedding: either sleeping bags or twin sheets & blankets, as well as pillows and pillowcases.

Towels (for swimming and showering) and washcloths

Toiletries: soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, bug repellent, and anything else you usually use, sunscreen, and any medications you might need

Clothing: make sure you have a couple pairs of comfortable, durable shoes with closed toes (for walking on trails and rocks), that you don’t mind getting muddy or wet (just in case) For the rest of your clothing (it tends to be warm during the day and cool at night): bring weather-related items, swimsuits, but make sure to bring long pants, sweatshirts, and a lightweight jacket for the evenings/mornings (You may also want to bring a poncho or umbrella, just in case it rains.)

For Shabbat (Friday night): We’re asking that you wear all white, so please bring white tops, bottoms, dresses (your shoes don’t have to be white)

Tallis, tefillin, kippah, a Sim Shalom siddur (if you have these)

If it applies: portable crib(s), booster seats/portable high chairs, and a life jacket (for any child under seven years old)

Any recreational items you would like to bring: baseball glove, Frisbee, tennis racket/balls, playing cards, board games, books, etc. If you will be taking part in the Yoga session that will be offered, you will need a mat and a blanket or extra towel.

Any other items that will make the weekend fun for you. =0)


 * __Arrival:__**

Families should plan to arrive between 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to enjoy all of the welcoming activities. A snack will be provided when you arrive and there will be games and some great art projects available. Shabbat services will begin at 6:00 p.m. and dinner will begin at 7:00 p.m.

In observance of Shabbat, we ask that you do not have your cell phone on during Shabbat. In the event of an emergency, Schechter staff can be reached at 206-255-8463 and they will get the message to you. Leah will have her cell phone on until 7:00 p.m. on Friday evening: 206-679-7248.
 * __Phone Calls:__**

Schechter is a kosher and nut-free facility. If you plan on bringing any of your own food, please make sure it is clearly marked kosher and is nut free. Please do not bring any personal food into the dining hall without permission. All allergies/food issues that were included on your registration forms have been passed on to the chef and have been taken care of (//everyone// will be fed well). =0) Also, just as an F.Y.I.: We will be having a meat and vegetarian (pareve) meal on Friday night, but the rest of the meals will be vegetarian (but not vegan or pareve).
 * __Food:__**

Each family will have their own space either in a cabin of their own. These will be assigned ahead of time and assignments will be available at registration on Friday afternoon.
 * __Accommodations:__**

Our hope is that the W.O.H. affords us an opportunity for families to share precious time together as well as a chance to get to know other families from CBS. We have many great activities and learning opportunities for everyone to enjoy including adult only learning, kid-only learning, and whole-family sessions. We’d like you to participate in as many of the activities as you can. Some of the events planned include: a scavenger hunt, sports, games, nature walk, yoga, more games and outdoor activities, special Shabbat services, Wacky Olympics, a bonfire, and much more! You will receive a schedule of events, times, places, and further explanations for the weekend when you arrive.
 * __Programming:__**

//We do have two lifeguards who will be available for several hours on Saturday afternoon and on Sunday morning so we will be able to have dock/swimming activities. The camp has very strict rules regarding the use of the docks and boats at camp. **No one** under the age of 14 will be allowed on the dock without a parent ON the dock. Children eight and under must wear life jackets on the dock at all times.*** Adults and children on boats must wear life jackets at all times.**// //*The smallest life jacket available at camp is for a seven-year old child. If you have younger children who will want to go boating or out on the dock, you will need to bring a life jacket for them.//


 * __Misc.:__**

Please remember that dogs are not allowed at camp at any time during the weekend.

Do you know someone who is coming who is celebrating a birthday or anniversary? Please let us know so we can all celebrate the special occasion!

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