Return to SAC from Istanbul

Return to SAC from Istanbul

Reyna and Serena, two campers from Istanbul, have attended Jewish camps before, but their Shabbat experience at Sephardic Adventure Camp felt uniquely special. They loved the Friday night traditions—sharing songs, Pizmonim, and enjoying the flavors of a dairy Shabbat lunch, including new favorites like Boikos. This new take on Shabbat brought Turkish and Rhodesli traditions to life, which they were eager to bring home.

What stood out most to them was SAC’s technology-free environment, which allowed them to fully immerse in every moment. The camp-wide water fight on the first night was their top memory, closely followed by all-camp games during Shabbat and Color War, where campers of all ages came together. For Reyna and Serena, SAC is about connection, culture, and camaraderie.

Both Reyna and Serena, in their first year at SAC, expressed excitement to return someday as counselors, returning for more years in our vibrant, tradition-filled camp community.

Help us reach more campers and families like Reyna and Serena. 

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