2024 Camping Trip
Friday, July 26, 2024 • 20 Tammuz 5784
3:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2 days afterWhite Lake State Park, Tamworth, NHCamping registration is now open! Scroll down or click here.
We'll have fun, make new friends, and celebrate Shabbat and Havdalah in the woods at New Hampshire's White Lake State Park. This is a great annual activity and this year will continue the tradition.
Scheduled activities include:
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Fun Friday evening Shabbat service by the Campfire
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Delicious Dinner with your neighbors on Saturday
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Happy Hikes for all ages - Experienced hikers will appreciate going to one of the nearby trails, led by an experienced temple member. A casual walk around the lake will also be planned, ideal for those who want a less rigorous activity or who want to collect wild blueberries.
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Sunny Swimming in White Lake
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Havdalah service by the Campfire on Saturday
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Challah French Toast Breakfast Sunday morning
Site Fee & Registration Deadline
The registration fee of $100 is for your family site. It includes the costs for the site and group activities. Go to the bottom of this page to register!
FAQs
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Each site is required to have at least one adult. Children of all ages may attend.
Do I have to stay the entire time?
No. Each site reservation is from Friday 1:00 PM - Monday 11:00 AM, so stay as long as you like for the weekend. Please join us!
How many people can I have on a campsite?
Each site can accommodate 1 family.
Do I have to be a paying Shir Tikvah member to join the trip?
No. This is open to anyone in the community, which includes Shir Tikvah members, EJL families, friends, etc.
I've never camped before. Are there showers? Is it safe?
Welcome to the wonderful world of camping. There are showers, toilets, and hot water. The campground is very safe and you'll be with others from our community and make many friends. The organizers will work with anyone who needs assistance with gear. Not much is needed and most items can be rented (e.g. tent, cooking stove). The showers are a short walk away and do require quarters to operate.
The trip is outside of my budget. Is financial assistance available?
Financial assistance is available. Please coordinate with Linda (Temple Administrator) at Shir Tikvah for confidential financial assistance: linda@shir-tikvah.org.
Where is the campground?
We will provide directions to White Lake State Park in Tamworth NH (on Rt. 16). The campground is 110 miles from Shir Tikvah.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Alcohol is permitted. Pets are prohibited. Fun is required. Firewood must be purchased at the campground and all external firewood is prohibited.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
E-mail camping@shir-tikvah.org to contact the organizers.
Is my registration/ticket transferable?
Registrations are transferable up through July 17. After that, it requires permission from the organizer.
Can I update my registration information?
Updates can be done directly with the organizers.
Do I have to bring my printed registration on the trip?
No. Your reservation site number will be sent to you separately.
What is the refund policy?
For payments made through Shir Tikvah, full refunds are available through July 17. After that, partial refunds are available through July 24. Please coordinate with the organizers if you need a refund.
The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?
Yes. We'll be working with each family for details required for the trip.
Is there a hotel available nearby that I can stay in if I want to be in community but I don't want to sleep in a tent?
There is a Days Inn next to the campground and several bed & breakfasts nearby. Contact the organizers at camping@shir-tikvah.org for details as those lodging reservations are handled separately.
Other information
Please note you will be provided with additional information prior to the camping trip. We will also be asking you for some additional logistical details. Questions? Contact the organizer at camping@shir-tikvah.org or the Temple Shir Tikvah office at office@shir-tikvah.org.
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