What did YOU do last weekend?

I have no clue about you, but I do know how about 150 college students and young adults spent the weekend at the 2nd Annual Camp Jewlicious at the Brandeis Bardin Institute in Simi Valley, CA. They swam, rode mountain bikes, climbed walls, rappelled, rode horses, tie dyed t-shirts, enjoyed Shabbat, had some great conversations, enjoyed some excellent speakers, made candles, baked challah, enjoyed some great music and generally partied like rock stars. Well, I mean if rock stars partied on lush 3000 acre properties amongst pheasants, squirrels, lizards and coyotes.

Camp Jewlicious was fun, meaningful and a great experience all around. Big ups go out to our entertainers: Rav Shmuel, Natan Winkler, Mikey Pauker, Josh Kramon, Hyim and DJ Shachar; Big ups also to our staff and volunteers as well as the staff at Brandeis Bardin. But mostly, a big thanks to our participants. OK, I know that’s kind of odd. I mean we worked hard and they reaped the benefits by simply showing up and enjoying the program, so why thank them? I guess it’s because we work hard for them, and when they show up and enjoy themselves, it’s like instant validation, a direct shot of dopamine to our collective cerebral cortex.

But yeah, don’t take my word for it. Check out all the photos on Flickr below. People seem to be having a good time, right? Right!

www.flickr.com Jewlicious’ Camp Jewlicious 2011 photoset

Special thanks to our sponsors without whom none of this would be possible. These are The Jewish Community Foundation Los Angeles and the Valley Alliance Of The Jewish Federation Of Great Los Angeles, Stanley and Joyce Black, Adam and Gila Milstein, The Israel Leadership Council. Further support came from JConnectLA, MASA Israel, Birthright NEXT LA, Birthrigh Israel, Jews For Judaism, San Diego Jewish Federation, Nefesh B’ Nefesh, and Jimena.

Jewish Summer Camp For Young Adults — Tickets from $99. Jewlicious is bringing it back to where the fun really began. However, with one major difference: most of the things that you would get kicked out of camp as a kid, are now permitted.

We are adding some of the best music and musical settings you will find anywhere, plus bonfires, swimming, alpine tower, s’mores, horseback riding, Israeli folk-dancing, mountain biking, tie-dyeing, drum circles, volley ball, nature hikes, sustainable gardening, challah baking, pickle making, gaga, Shabbat, gourmet food, yoga, pilates, inspiring conversations and great people all in a ridiculously beautiful outdoor setting?

Well, grab your sleeping bags, bathing suit, and dancing shoes for our second annual, completely off-the-charts, music and camping festival!!!

CHECK OUT http://www.campjewlicious.com FOR DETAILS, TICKETS, INFO

Made Possible by Major Sponsorship From
The Jewish Community Foundation Los Angeles
Valley Alliance Of The Jewish Federation Of Great Los Angeles
Stanley And Joyce Black
Adam and Gila Milstein Family Foundation
Israel Leadership Council

Sponsor and partner list in formation- MASA Israel, Birthright NEXT LA, Jews For Judaism, Beach Hillel, SoCal JSS, San Diego Jewish Federation, Jewish Free Loan Association, Nefesh B’ Nefesh, American Jewish University, Jimena

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Curious about Camp? Check out this 30 second video which gives you a great view of what we do at Camp Jewlicious. It’s the best retreat of your life.

…and bonfires and hiking and mountain bikes and climbing, you get the point, right?

Are you ready for electrifying concerts, bonfires, swimming, alpine tower, s’mores, horseback riding, Israeli folk-dancing, mountain biking, tie-dyeing, drum circles, volley ball, nature hikes, sustainable gardening, challah baking, pickle making, gaga, Shabbat, gourmet food, yoga, pilates, inspiring conversations and great people all in a ridiculously beautiful outdoor setting?

Well, grab your sleeping bags, bathing suit, and dancing shoes for our second annual, completely off the charts, music and camping festival.

Jewlicious is bringing it all back to where the real fun began – summer camp. We are adding some of the best music and musical settings you will find anywhere, including our Main Outdoor Stage, the Acoustic stage, The Barn, and more. Artists to be announced soon!

We have many kinds of accommodations to fit every-one’s needs, and gourmet healthy meals and snacks are included day and night. Need some extra comfort? Sleep in a air conditioned cottage. Want to relive summer camp? Bring you sleeping bag and stay in the camp bunks. Enjoy camping out sleeping under the stars? Bring your tent, and enjoy the most affordable way to be at Camp Jewlicious – four days and three nights for only $99.

Our venue is nestled in the mountains just 30 minutes north of Los Angeles on thousands of acres of mostly untouched land. The scenery alone makes Camp Jewlicious a magical experience.

Camp Jewlicious is also a opportunity to get away from it all. There are million places to hike, dream and meditate. We offer yoga and pilates classes, and Torah and spirituality workshops, to nurture our bodies and souls.

Come in a huge group, come by yourself, or bring a close friend to Camp Jewlicious – it’s a romantic setting rented out for movies, weddings, and retreats year round.

And everyone is still talking about last summer’s romantic moonlight hike ending at the otherworldly House Of The Book, where musicians jammed through the night.

Hurry up and buy your tickets, and make sure there is a place for you at Camp Jewlicious. Tickets are now on sale starting at only $99 for our this our 2nd Annual Camp Jewlicious Music and Camping Festival at the scenic and historic Brandeis Bardin Campus.

WHEN: Aug. 18-21, 2011
WHERE: Brandeis Bardin Campus, Simi Valley, CA
WHO: Jewish college students and young adults
COST: $99 and up, scholarships available!
TIX: http://CampJewlicious2011.eventbee.com

More Info, Volunteer and Scholarship Applications: CampJewlicious.com

Made Possible by Major Sponsorship From The Jewish Community Foundation Los Angeles and the Valley Alliance Of The Jewish Federation Of Great Los Angeles, Israel Leadership Council, Adam and Gila Milstein, Stanley and Joyce Black

Sponsor and partner list in formation- MASA Israel, Birthright NEXT LA, Jews For Judaism, Beach Hillel, SoCal JSS, San Diego Jewish Federation, Jewish Free Loan Association, Nefesh B’ Nefesh, American Jewish University, Jimena: Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa

For sponsorship opportunities, more information contact: camp@jewlicious.com, 310-277-5544

Luchtime Picnic at Camp Jewlicious, Brandeis-Bardin, 2010.

Don’t take it from us that Camp Jewlicious is the best time that any young Jewish adult can have this summer. Here are some replies to our survey after Camp last year:

CAMP JEWLICIOUS 2010- TESTIMONIALS

“My favorite part about Camp Jewlicious was the Carlebach services — with Yehuda from Moshav band!!!”

“My favorite part about Camp Jewlicious was being at summer camp again, with a havdallah bonfire and concert!”

“My favorite part about Camp was the relaxed camp atmosphere. The inclusion of all Jews regardless of background was amazing and a credit to Jewlicious programming. I can’t wait to see what next year is like!”

“The activities were awesome! I had an amazing day Saturday. I woke up, ate breakfast, did yoga, ate more, napped, ate lunch, did ropes course, swam, went on a hike, and then had dinner and an awesome concert.”

“I had a chance to experience Judaism in a different way then I am use to. Since I was borne and raised in Israel being religious is very limited in options of how religious you are. I got to experience faith in a setting that is more relaxed and open, and I really enjoyed it.”

“Hot-seat funders session was an opportunity for me to hear real feedback on my project proposal and to hear it discussed in a frank and open way.”

Camp Jewlicious — Brandeis, CA — August 16-21, 2011
2nd Annual Summer Camp Music Festival & Grassroots Organizing Summit

Camp Jewlicious offers Jewish young adults a chance to experience summer camp whether you’re a veteran camper or never been at all — this time you’re in charge!

Miss those days burning your marshmallows and singing camp songs ‘round the fire, playing gaga, hiking in the mountains and romantic moonlit walks? Wishing you could go back? Well, you can! Relive it all this summer at Camp Jewlicious! Hey, think of it as Jewlicious Festival, but at camp! Fun! Right? Heck yes!!

Located at the gorgeous Brandeis Bardin Campus, everyone can enjoy camp activities, a festive atmosphere and tons of great music. Did we mention all the cool stuff there is to do? Swimming, climbing the alpine tower, horseback riding, mountain biking, tie-dye, nature hikes, all kinds of sports, AND a ridiculously beautiful outdoor setting. Nice!

All the excitement is going down on August 18- 21, 2011, and space is limited!

On top of tons of outdoor summer camp fun, concerts, and Shabbat programs, Camp kicks off with an optional two-day Grassroots Organizing Summit. This incredibly unique opportunity is for passionate people to learn how to promote and empower your cause on campus and in the community from experts in the field can only be found at our Grassroots Organizing Summit. You want to change the world? You don’t want to miss this.

Happening the couple days before camp (on August 16-18), the Grassroots Organizing Summit may include topics such as:
What is grassroots and how do I tap into it
Branding, marketing interwebs for grassroots
Building Jewish Unity
Mastering student government
Israel Activism
Social Justice Issues
Volunteering programs
Non-violence training
Creating Campaigns
Long-lasting campus organizations

AND THAT’S JUST TO NAME A FEW!!

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to enjoy camp like never before!
Visit CAMPJEWLICIOUS.COM and fill in the info and well send out ticket/registration info ASAP!

You’ll fall in love with camp all over again this summer at Camp Jewlicious!!

WHEN:
Grassroots Organizing Summit- Aug. 16-18, 2011
Summer Camp Music Festival – Aug 18-21, 2011

WHERE: Camp Jewlicious is located in Brandeis, CA located on the campus of the Brandeis Bardin Campus of American Jewish University

WHO: Jewish college students and young adults

COST: Varies by what dates and programs
Scholarships avaiable

Stay tuned for line-up, more info and tickets!

Music from the Saturday Night Show at the Barn.

Thank you to the amazing participants, sponsors, teachers, performers, volunteers, and partners that helped make Camp Jewlicious an amazing time had by all.

Pictures and more info coming soon!

The cure for life. Come for 3 or 4 days.

The secret will be out soon.

Who is going to rock Camp Jewlicious?

I am sure that you want to know. And we will tell you soon. We are keeping things under wraps for a few more days. In the meantime, you should know that the bands will be rocking, bringing amazing energy and style to the outdoor stage we are planning on putting together.

Under the stars, amid the eucalyptus trees, and with the mountains on the close horizon, the site for music could not be more special. The platform was built in the 1970′s, it’s totally retro.

In addition, we are converting an old barn/rec center into a late-night DJ space. Walking into this barn is walking back into the 1960′s. There are all kinds of cool old fixtures, and wooden rafters with flags and decorations. We’ll put a 21st century sound system inside, and let the beats pour out.

We have scanned through dozens of submissions, and been in touch with lots of artists. There are some great bands out there. We hope that in future years, every up and coming Jewish band, or band of Jews will make their way to Camp Jewlicious – but for now, we’re have two stages.

This Summer Camp will rock. Spread the word. Spread the love. See you there!
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