Camp Gan Israel Hillside traveled from New Jersey to Crown Heights for a memorable day filled with inspiration, learning, and Chassidishe pride.

The day began at 770, where the campers were surprised by Rabbi Shimmy Weinbaum, director of Tzivos Hashem, who led a lively hour-long rally. Together, the children recited the Twelve Pesukim, sang spirited niggunim, and heard a powerful message about the daily battle with the Yetzer Hara. Rabbi Weinbaum explained how the Yetzer Hara tries to influence our thoughts and emotions, but every child is a soldier in Tzivos Hashem with the strength and ability to overcome those challenges and make the right choices.

The campers then visited the WLCC room, where Rabbi Mendel Eisenbach gave them a fascinating look at how the Rebbe’s farbrengens and sichos were broadcast around the world long before modern technology made live streaming possible. The children gained a new appreciation for the tremendous efforts made to connect Chassidim everywhere to the Rebbe.

From there, the group toured the Rebbe’s Library, where they viewed rare manuscripts, handwritten notes, seforim, and treasured artifacts from the Rabbeim, offering the campers a unique glimpse into Chabad’s rich history and heritage.

Before departing, each camper took a few quiet moments by the Rebbe’s door to daven and make a personal request.

The inspiring day concluded with a special picnic lunch at Rutland Park, generously sponsored by Holesome Bagels.