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ROSH SHTILIM
ATARA RUDNICK


Atara has been attending Habonim Dror camp since 2017 and has been absolutely hooked since then. There is nothing she would rather be doing than being involved in building up the jewish youth and it brings her so much joy. She has taken up many leadership positions within the movement that have built up her management and people skills immensely in so many ways. Atara is currently studying Social Work at UCT which links so nicely in being able to talk to kids and have fun with them in the programmes Habonim runs throughout the year. She is elated to be taking the Grade 5 and 6s this year and is planning an exciting programme for the kids along with her partners Orion and Jonah.



S’GANIT ROSH SHTILIM
ORION GHETZ AVINIR


Orion has been deeply engaged with Habonim since the age of 11, demonstrating unwavering commitment throughout the years. His dedication is evident in his continuous involvement, particularly in his leadership roles, where he has served as a Rosh for multiple camps. Notably, last year, Orion was part of the movement’s highest leadership body, holding the positions of S’gan Mazkira Klali and S’gan Rosh Machaneh. Habonim has been a second home for him, offering a space for significant personal development, skill acquisition, and community building. This year, he will conclude his journey with the movement in the important role of S’gan Rosh Shtilim.


S’GAN ROSH SHTILIM
JONAH SCHWARTZ


Jonah has been a dedicated member of Habonim since 2018. He loves the way Habo is able to provide a safe place for everyone to learn and explore their Jewish identity and the world we live in. Jonah loves how machaneh can provide the most fun experience with all your friends while still learning. Habonim has taught Jonah how to speak to people with sincerity and how to engage in valuable conversations. Jonah is currently studying civil engineering and he is using the skills he learnt at Habonim on a daily basis.



THE SHTILIM EXPERIENCE

The Green One

Shtilim means ‘saplings’ as these Channichim are our youngest and it is our job to nurture them as they become strong and independent. 

The educational theme for Shtilim Machaneh is community, allowing for Shtilim Channies to discover their new Habo environment and family, understand an individual’s role in a greater society, and learn about the beautiful Jewish community! On Shtilim Machaneh there are two major projects: the Shtilim Wedding from which they learn Jewish family values; and the Shtilim Kibbutz in which they take an active role in creating to encourage independence within a larger group while still contributing to a common goal. Each project aims for the Channies to engage with the idea of community in a tangible and fun way. The fun doesn’t stop there, as on Shtilim Machaneh there is no such thing as too much fun. From the Peulot, to Migdal jumping, to sports tournaments, to connecting with experienced Maddies, to spending time with friends on the beach or kikar!

In addition to the normal 18 day camp experience offered to teens, this year we are offering a shortended 14 day camp to help our new and younger channichim ease into the camp environment. For garde 5s only we are offering a 8 day option as well for the same reasons.

These shorter camps encourage many young channichim to come to camp for the first or second time, where they will undoubtedly have the most educationally vibrant, fun-filled few days of their lives. We acknowledge that generally kids these ages might not be ready for the full Machaneh experience, however, you must know that a shorter camp is only almost as good as the ‘real thing’: this is only a taste before your child is ready for it!

Thus, the standard shtilim camp dates are the 12th-25th of December 2024 for both grade 5s and 6s, with only the grade 5s being offered the edition of a 8 day option from the 12th-20th of December 2024.