Camp Gan Israel moves to East Greenwich

Camp activities include cooking. /Camp Gan Israel

If you have little ones at home, you may be familiar with Camp Gan Israel of West Bay – a summer program that aims to instill pride for Judaism and love for Israel in its campers, who range from 3 to 13 years old. Shoshanah and Rabbi Yossi Laufer direct the camp’s devoted staff, who emphasize child safety and program quality above all.

While Gan Israel has offered fun and educational activities, which include sports, arts, baking and swimming, through the years, it does have some news to boast about this year. This summer, the camp will move to the gorgeous grounds of Temple Torat Yisrael on Middle Road in East Greenwich. The relocation is very exciting because the new location includes a newly built playground, basketball court and two large grass fields.

There, your child will discover his legacy through weekly Judaic themes. The camp’s experienced staff make the learning fun by creating activities, stories, songs, games and contests around certain topics. And wouldn’t it be wonderful if your child decided to continue the tradition of baking challah by himself even after the end of camp?

In addition to the educational aspect, the camp is big on travel – the children enjoy biweekly trips to local attractions such as Mystic Aquarium, rock climbing, bowling, berry picking and Monkey Joe’s.

The camp offers three weekly sessions, July 27-Aug. 14. You can browse the site at rijewishkids.com or get more information from the directors at 401-884-7888.