Learn more about upcoming events, new program ideas, and whatever else is happening at Camp BB Riback. 2010 News Update Summer 2010 was another exciting summer at Camp BB-Riback! All of the campers enjoyed the various activities and programs that the Camp has to offer. Max Lipsman, our director, has recently decided to take a new direction and will be leaving Camp BB-Riback after the 2010 summer. Max has dedicated numerous years to this Camp, and we wish him well as he pursues new opportunities. We would like to take the time to thank Max, and as we look forward to the coming summers, we appreciate everything that he has done for Camp BB-Riback. The Camp BB-Riback Board of Directors have already met and they are conducting a search to find a new director. We have been assured by Max that he will be available to both assist in this regard, and in making sure that there is a seamless transition for our 2011 sessions. This is an exciting time for Camp. We look back at an amazing decade that Max has given to Camp BB-Riback, and we know that while he will not be leading the charge next summer, he will forever be a part of the Camp BB-Riback community. However, at the same time, we look forward to keeping the Camp BB-Riback tradition alive as we take the steps to find a new director. If you have any questions regarding the new Director search, please feel free to contact the Co-Chairs of the Board at the email addresses listed below. Please click here to download detailed information on applying to be the new Director for Camp BB Riback. Geoff Sky and Steve Shafir Co-Chairs, Camp BB-Riback Board of Directors micbilly@telusplanet.net; sshafir@wittenlaw.com Legacy II: New Cabin Campaign As we celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Camp BB Riback, it is our pleasure to announce a new fundraising initiative, Legacy II: New Cabin Campaign. This fundraiser aims to replace all camper cabins on camp in hopes of creating comfortable and secure living quarters that will last the campers at Camp BB Riback another 55 years. This incredible new initiative will not be easy; we need your help! Please click here to download a pdf with more information about the fundraiser and how you can make a donation. The New C.I.T. Program This year, the CIT program will be a 35 day program that will run (without any intersession) from July 4th to August 9th. Our Counselor in Training program is a leadership program for 16-year-olds who want to learn to instruct and counsel children in an atmosphere which also addresses personal issues such as self-esteem, goal-setting, and self discovery. Our CIT's will learn the responsibilities of being a counselor while building strong friendships, working alongside staff, developing leadership skills, team building, role modeling, building social skills, special needs training, specialty skills development and other related programs. The Program includes an overnight camp-out, swimming, games and crafts. Program objectives include: • Off camp outdoor adventure trip • Community volunteer placement in Red Deer • Community volunteering in Calgary and Edmonton • Cabin / Specialty Area placement • Participation in scheduled daily activities and options • Certification Training (i.e.- First Aid, CPR, etc.) • Instructional sessions with highly trained professionals • Host a family day & dinner for parents and immediate family • Participate in camp wide programs • Dramatic performance At the end of the session, CITs will choose from 2 options: leave camp to the city to enjoy family and friends or remain at camp to gain practical experience in several different areas including operations, programming and child care. The Camp Menu Camp BB Riback continues to strive to be the best we can be in all aspects of camp life. Changing a camp's menu is a constant challenge. Input is often sought from professionals, parents, staff and even campers and to meet the many suggestions is indeed a daunting challenge for our cooks. In Addition factors such as cost availability of ingredients and acceptance from campers must be all considered. Over the years Camp BB Riback have made subtle changes over the years such as the introduction of 2% milk from whole milk, salad for all lunches and dinners, a switch from white bread to whole wheat, a hot dish meal every breakfast, and fresh fruit is available at all meals just to mention a few. The camp also looks at a reduction of meat meals and offers a number of pasta and vegetarian alternatives so to meet the new trend of many children being meat free. Camp BB Riback will only serve kosher red meat and chicken at camp. Within physical plant limitations, access to limited transportation of goods to camp we still maintains 2 sets of dishes and cutlery, do not mix dairy and meat products and ensure that all pots, pans and grilles are chemically cleaned between meals. For those with diet restriction some provisions are followed through and an interview with the camp director and cook is essential. As much as we try to be inclusive with all activities we also try to extend this to the area of food delivery which is a crucial and most important to camp. It is Not Just a Camp..... Camp is not just a place for children to spend their summers playing in the sun and making long life friends. At Camp BB Riback, there is so much more that takes place! Over the span of 55 years the camp site has been the host for many functions not directly associated to the summer camp experience. BBYO has hosted their spring conventions over the years, there have been countless Open Houses, golf tournament banquets, pre wedding parties, boy scout retreats, leadership conventions, family weekends, meetings, and - most recently - a bar mitzvah. The Meloff / Sky family have spent many years at Camp BB Riback as campers, staff, and directors. Here is a special occasion that a third generation Meloff / Sky had at Camp BB Riback. Please click here for more about Michael's bar mitzvah at Camp BB Riback.... Join Our Online Community Join the Camp BB Riback online community! Keep in touch with your friends from Camp. Learn more about upcoming events, new program ideas, and whatever else is happening at Camp BB Riback. We invite all Campers and Alumni to participate in the new online community. Please click here for more information.