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Camp BB Riback

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Summer Address:

   Pine Lake, Alberta, Canada

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Along the shores of Pine Lake, Alberta. hundreds of lives are enriched each summer with creative and exciting programming. For more than 50 years, we have been providing a true camping experience for children from grades 1 - 10. The combination of traditional programs mixed with new and innovative alternatives, creates an experience that each camper remembers for years to come. Camp BB Riback prides itself on the premise that each child is unique, and must be given the opportunity to experience the many activites of camp. It is certainly magical....come join us! FUN-FILLED ACTIVITIES Camp BB Riback has a wide variety of activities so there's always something fun to do! Camp BB Riback has one of the most extensive land sport programs in Western Canada. Campers can participate in a wide variety of different activities such as tennis, soccer, hockey, volleyball, golf, basketball, a high ropes course, climbing wall, zip line horseback riding, mountain bike trails, water ski, canoeing and swimming. Each day at Camp BB Riback is filled with excitement! CARING & FRIENDLY STAFF Camp BB Riback takes pride in creating a nuturing, accepting, respectful and welcoming environment for all campers. Our staff are trained at both child-care and specialty skill areas. It is a priority that we ensure the transition to sleep away camp is smooth and stess free for all our campers. Camper care, camper programs, camper adjustment, camper acceptance and tolerance and camper respect are the corner stones to why staff are at camp. We want to make a difference! A CULTURAL EXPERIENCE Our connection to our history, culture, and heritage is evident everyday but even moreso on Shabbath. The whole camp gets together as one big family. Shabbath programming is geared for all campers and staff to take the time to relax, reflect and participate in activities that are different from the usual daily programming at camp. Jewish history and the modern world, Jewish Community Issues, Israel, Social tolerance and Acceptance, Racism and Intolerance, and Human Rights are just a few of the many topics that are explored during our Shabbath learning sessions. LIFELONG FRIENDSHIPS The spirit of Camp BB Riback can be felt from the first meeting in the morning to the friendship circle ending the night. Several times per session, a lunchtime sing-song brings the camp together. At the end of the session, a 2 day camp wide competition called Maccabia brings unprecedented excitement to the shores of Pine Lake. Most importantly, a sense of brotherhood and sisterhood is fostered in the cabin units. Campers leave on the bus home with new bonds of lifelong friendship.
Camp Type:  Residential
Year Established: 1955
Gender: Coed
Age of Campers: 6 to 18 years old
Cost/Week: $501.00-$650.00/wk
Religious Affiliation: Jewish
Camp Owner(s):
Camp BB Riback

Camp Director(s):
Max Lipsman

Nearest Large City: Calgary
Off Season Rental: Yes
Camp Focus:
Adventure Camps: Mountain Biking
Adventure Camps: Ropes Course
Arts Camps: Arts and Crafts
Religious Camps: Jewish
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Art Activities:
  •  Acting
  •  Arts and Crafts
  •  Ceramics
  •  Dance
  •  Drawing and Painting

Sports Activities:
  •  General Sports
  •  Aerobics
  •  Baseball and Softball
  •  Basketball
  •  Equestrian and Horseback Riding
  •  Fishing
  •  Fitness
  •  Swimming
  •  Tennis
  •  Volleyball
  •  Wakeboarding
  •  Waterskiing

Adventure Activities:
  •  Backpacking
  •  Canoeing
  •  Environmental
  •  Farming
  •  Mountain Biking
  •  Ropes Course
  •  Wilderness

Academic Activities:
  •  Animals
  •  History
  •  International Studies
  •  Leadership

Miscellaneous Activities:
  •  Team Building

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CAMPER PROGRAMS At Camp BB Riback we make every effort to ensure that our programs are fun, challenging and accepting of everyone's ability and comfort level. Our young and energetic staff are dedicated to make each day a special and memorable experience for all of our campers. Wonder Week (Grades 1-3) Wonder Week is for campers who have completed grades 1, 2 or 3. This program is an action-packed week for campers to enjoy all of the activities and evening programs that camp has to offer. Wonder Week campers are led by counselors who are skilled in interacting with this age group. Campers enjoy a first taste of camp with some extra support to allow for an easier adjustment to a week away from home. Session Dates Pay by Cheque Credit Card Payment Wonder Week 1 July 3 - July 10 $650 + gst $670 + gst Wonder Week 2 July 10 - July 17 $650 + gst $670 + gst Wonder Week 3 July 17 - July 24 $650 + gst $670 + gst Wonder Week 4 July 31 - Aug 7 $650 + gst $670 + gst Wonder Week 5 Aug 7 - Aug 14 $650 + gst $670 + gst Wonder Week 6 Aug 14 - Aug 21 $650 + gst $670 + gst RUACH & COCHAVIM (Grades 3-6) This group of campers who have completed grades 3 - 6, rotate through several program periods, as well as a free swim and rest period each day. They receive excellent instruction in each program area, always with an emphasis on participation and fun. Evenings are a definite highlight as every night the staff plans fantastic original programs. Session Dates Pay by Cheque Credit Card Payment July Session: July 3 - July 27 $1995 + gst $2055 + gst August Session: July 31 - Aug 21 $1695 + gst $1745 + gst Full Season: July 3 - Aug 21 $2995 + gst $3085 + gst MACHON (Grades 7-8) Our Machon group is made up of campers who have completed grades 7 and 8. In addition to the regular daily programming, for 3 sessions a week Machon campers learn to express and form opinions on current world and Judaic issues. They also create close friendships with an amazing off-site trip that they will never forget. Session Dates Pay by Cheque Credit Card Payment July Session: July 3 - July 27 $1995 + gst $2055 + gst August Session: July 31 - Aug 21 $1695 + gst $1745 + gst Full Season: July 3 - Aug 21 $2995 + gst $3085 + gst LEADERSHIP TRAINING (Grade 9) The Leadership Training Program at Camp BB Riback is for campers who have just completed grade 9. Above and beyond regularly participating in all of the exciting areas that camp has to offer, LTP campers are involved in many informative leadership sessions and special activities. Off-site trips provide LTPs with an opportunity to bond and form lifelong friendships. The full summer program is recommended for the Leadership Training Program. Session Dates Pay by Cheque Credit Card Payment Full Season: July 3 - Aug 21 $2995 + gst $3085 + gst COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (Grade 10) Counselors in Training have completed Grade 10 and they are the oldest group at camp. The focus of the CIT program is to develop strong leaders through excellent programming, leadership training, and sessions. The CIT Program is a full summer program and all CITs are required to register for the full season. For Campers in Grades 3-9: Session Dates Pay by Cheque Credit Card Payment Full Season: July 3 - Aug 21 $2995 + gst $3085 + gst



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