Habonim Dror SA Machaneh 2018 Brochure

THE ALEC ROGOFF GARINIM
ASSIST-A-CAMPER MACHANEH
APPEAL
2018
Habonim Dror SA is a Public Benefit Organization (PBO),
registered under S18A. PBO number: 930 005 838 3 DAYS AT MACHANEH
HA’CHOLMIM
In honour of the late Alec Rogoff, a long-time chaver of
Habonim Dror, we named our subsidy appeal the “Alec Rogoff 19-21 DEC 2018
Assist-A-Camper Appeal” in 2007. We wish to thank the Rogoff
family and the Beare Foundation for their support of this fund, www.studentstate.co.za
which has contributed significantly in assisting those children [email protected]
who cannot attend Habonim events during the year due to 072 850 2454
financial constraints.
Over the last 88 years, Habonim Dror has prided itself on not
turning a child away due to financial constraints. Nevertheless,
the awarding of subsidies unfortunately puts a severe strain on
the movement's already limited financial resources. As the
number of distressed families in our community continues to
increase amidst the current economic climate, Habonim Dror
has not been able to accept every child that requires assistance.
We subsidised over 25% of campers at Machaneh17 in 2017 and it
seems clear that this year the number of subsidy requests will
increase once again. We estimate that we will need to raise in
excess of R600 000 in order for these children to participate in
this unforgettable experience. Over the years, the kindness and
generosity of members of the community has ensured that we
have raised the required amount needed to cover the financial
shortfall. No contribution is ever too small. If you are able to
contribute through a donation please contact Melissa Bennun on
011 786 7046 or [email protected]. Alternatively you can EFT
your donation into the following account:

Account name: Habonim- Alec Rogoff Assist
Bank: Investec 580105
Account number: 50006847241
Reference: Habonim –"your name"
(This account is held in trust with
Taback Pelkowitz & Berman)
Please send your proof of payment
to Melissa Bennun on [email protected].

Alternatively, should your child be attending
Machaneh, you may donate towards this fund
in the 'Financial Details’ section of the online
form next to ‘Assist-A-Camper Appeal’.
This sum will be added to your child’s total
Machaneh fee.
We thank you for your contribution.

Jess Levitt – Rosh Machaneh
Daniel Sussman – VP Assistant/Gizbar
Errol Anstey – Manhig

01 LETTER FROM ROSH MACHANEH
02 WHAT IS HABONIM
03 WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN ON MACHANEH
04 VP & STAFF
05 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
09 SHTILIM
10 BONIM
11 AMELIM
12 SOLLELIM
13 SAYARIM
14 SHOMRIM
15 FREETIME & FACILITIES
16 SHABBAT & TESTIMONIALS

Letter From

ROSH MACHANEH

Shalom Parents,

December 2018 is fast approaching and with it comes the opportunity for something different;
something unique, something special.

We understand that there are many alternatives for your children in December, but there really is
only one option if you want your child to have the opportunity to live a two minutes’ walk from
the beach, to experience independence while still being safe, to meet other young Jews from all
over the country, to engage with their Jewish identity, to learn about Israel, South Africa and the
world, to make life-long friendships and to really experience a magical holiday. Habonim
Machaneh offers something different. It is a place to be free, to fall in love, and to be unburdened
by the outside world whilst simultaneously working towards improving it.

As Rosh Machaneh, I want to assure you that my team and I will continue working to ensure that

Habonim Machaneh has been, for the past 11 years, my oasis. It’s been the place where I’ve been
able to experience life in a care-free way. Habonim has given me the confidence, the leadership
skills and the friendships to last a life-time. To explain what I’ve seen Habonim do for its
thousands of chaverim who have stepped foot onto the Onrus campsite over the last few decades
is almost impossible; however, there is a reason why everyone who has had the experience calls it
“home”. Although we only spend 3 weeks of each year on the campsite, it’s the place where we
feel most comfortable, happy, and safe being who we want to be. No other holiday can guarantee
you 3 weeks of fun in the safest possible environment.

I invite you to encourage your children to come experience the magic with us.

If you would ever like to get hold of me to discuss any issues or questions relating to Machaneh,
please email me on [email protected] or call me at our offices on 011 7867046.

It is an honour and a privilege to be leading this year’s Machaneh.

Aleh Ve’Hagshem

(Rise Up and Fulfill)

JESS LEVITT
ROSH MACHANEH 2018

Habonim Dror is a worldwide
Jewish Zionist youth movement.
It exists to empower Jewish youth
to take responsibility for the
Jewish people, the State of Israel,
their home communities and the
world at large.

THE BUILDERS

Habonim (‘The Builders’) was founded in 1929 in Great Britain and by 1930, Norman Lourie
brought Habonim to South Africa, with the first camp taking place at Parys in 1931. The
movement began as a scouting organisation for Jewish youth and it later evolved into a Zionist
movement with a strong political platform. Dror (‘Freedom’) was founded in Poland in 1915.
Members of Dror participated in the Warsaw Ghetto uprising and organised underground
resistance factions in the ghetto. As both movements focused their energies on establishing
Jewish communities in the State of Israel, they merged in the 1980’s. The joint movement was
responsible for founding and developing a number of kibbutzim and advancing the rights of
Jewish youth in Israel.

Today, Habonim Dror operates in South Africa, as well as in many diaspora countries. We have
educated over 70 000 Jewish youth on Judaism, Zionism, Equality & Service to Humanity for 88
years and today remain the largest Jewish youth movement in the Southern Hemisphere,
owning the largest tented campsite in Southern Hemisphere as well.

Throughout the year, Habonim Bogrim (graduates) meet weekly to engage in relevant current
events. Habonim channichim meet monthly for fun activities with their madrichim. This
strengthens the bond amongst the shichavot and maintains Habonim as a crucial influence on
its members lives through-out the year. We run two Mini Machanot (weekend seminars) during
the year in both Johannesburg and Cape Town and we host Winter Day Camps for the July
holidays. This year, Habonim sent over 120 chaverim to Israel on several different programs and
we can’t wait to do it again next year!

On machaneh we aim to educate our channichim about our core beliefs and values.
Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us.

WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL
LEARN ON MACHANEH

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VPVA’AD and
POEL STAFF

The Va’ad Poel is the Machaneh steering committee, which is elected by the Bogrim body
to ensure that Machaneh runs flawlessly. Since February the VP has envisaged, led,
planned and executed every facet of Machaneh Ha’Cholmim from the educational
direction to all aspects of the massive logistical operation.

ROSH MACHANEH: S’GANIT ROSH S’GAN ROSH ROSH CHINUCH:
Jess Levitt MACHANEH: MACHANEH: Zac Fleishman
Eden Plein Adam Edelstein

CAMP ORGANISER: VP ASSISTANT: SHALIACH:
Dean Goldin Daniel Sussman Danny Abebe

STAFF

On Habonim machaneh, we pride ourselves on understanding your child’s needs. We know
that sometimes Machaneh can bring with it the unexpected, which is why we are fully
staffed with a team of medical professionals.

In our ‘Docsville’ team is General Practitioner, Mark Reitenberg, nurse, Gary Allen and
medic, Cleo Candy. Our psychologists, Sharon Rosen, Judy Grant, Ruth Ancer and psychiatrist
Caroline Serebro.

Our staff also includes a team of secretaries and drivers that will be happy to help in any
unexpected situation. Olga Mizrahi, Melissa Bennun, Susan Abraham, Kelli Lunsky & Joanne
Benjamin have joined us from their home cities to make help us run machaneh.

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The Samson Jewish HOW TO SIGN UP
Community Centre FOR MACHANEH:
87 Hatfield St, Gardens
The only way to register your child for
Speak to: Susan Abraham Machaneh is on our online form.
Tel: (021) 464-6763 You can find this on our website at:
Fax: (021) 464-6774
Email: [email protected] www.habo.org.za/signup

Habonim Dror Bayit Every applicant will be required to provide us with
34 10th Ave, all personal, guardian, health and travel details,
Highlands North and accept the camp rules amongst a number of
other criteria. In addition, we require you to
Speak to: Olga Mizrahi upload a number of documents, including a copy of
Tel: (011) 786-7046 your medical aid card, a doctor’s medical form, and
Fax: (011) 786-7047 a copy of your child’s ID or birth certificate in order
Email: [email protected] to finalise your application.
If you have trouble filling out these online forms,
please contact your local Habonim office where
our staff will be able to assist you.

CAMP DATES

• Machaneh will take place from 12 - 30 December 2018.
• Shtilim 10- day Machaneh will take place from 12 December – 21 December.
• This option is available to all of our Grade 5 and 6 channichim.
• Our Johannesburg channichim will be flying to Machaneh on the morning

of 12 December and channichim wishing to return to Johannesburg will be
flying on the afternoon of 30 December.
• Madrichim are expected to attend A guard from 2 December in preparation
for Machaneh.

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MACHANEH FEES

This year, machaneh will cost: R 8 115,00.

This includes all costs as well as extra levies, with the exception of travel fees.
For a complete breakdown of costs, please see the online form. Should your child require financial
assistance, an application form will be made available to you on the online form as well.

The Shtilim 10-day fee is R 4 500,00
Early Bird fee (sign up completed before 3 September): R7800
Late fee (sign up completed after 15 November): R8450
GR 5-9 FIRST TIMER JO’BURG SPECIAL: R4500

TRAVEL FEES

DEPART FROM

Johannesburg Cape Town Durban Eastern Cape

RETURN Johannesburg R3600.00 R2355.00 R2355.00 R2355.00
Cape Town R2355.00 R1110.00 R1110.00 R1110.00
Durban R2355.00 R2355.00 R2355.00 R2355.00
Eastern Cape R2355.00 R2355.00 R2355.00 R2355.00
Plettenberg Bay R2750.00 R1505.00 R1505.00 R1505.00
JHB after Shtil R3600.00 R2355.00 R2355.00 R2355.00
11 day camp

Please note: those flying to or from Durban or the Eastern Cape
are responsible for their own air travel arrangements as these
will not be made by Habonim.

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MERCHANDISE
AND TUCKSHOP

We recommend R350 for each channich’s individual tuckshop allowance.
On our form, you will also have the option to purchase:

Short Sleeve Chultzah R150 (optional)
2018 Jersey R300 (optional)
2018 T-shirt FREE
Camp Memories (DVD & Photos) R130
Habo Kippah R100 (optional)

RULES AND All applicants must sign the Rules and Contract
INDEMNITY form, and must submit a signed Indemnity form to
our offices before acceptance. These are available as
part of the online form application process. We
understand that our indemnity form can be signed
at the click of a button, however we urge you to read
over these terms with your children.

ACCEPTANCE • The VP reserved the right to reject any applicant.
TO MACHANEH • All applicants must complete all sections of the

online form and make payment before acceptance to
Machaneh.
• All applicants must attend camp for the full three
weeks, unless an alternative arrangement has been
made (exceptional circumstances permitting)
• All Shomrim applicants must complete a special
Shomrim motivation form – available as part of the
Shomrim online application.

Habonim Dror has placed limits on the maximum number
of channichim that we can accept for each shichvah, and
places cannot be guaranteed for applications received after
the 15th of November. Campers who apply after this date
may be placed on a waiting list. Please ensure your form is
correctly completed online and that payment has been
made in full to avoid disappointment. Places will be
reserved according to the date of payment, NOT of signup.

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FAQs

Does my child have to attend camp for the full three weeks?

Machaneh is a planned three-week experience. Over the course of the three weeks, channichim
engage in an educational process that will lead them through a curriculum that they build on
from one year to the next. Only over the full period can channichim truly engage in the unique
experience that is Habonim Machaneh. Arriving late or leaving early severely impacts on a
child’s ability to get the most benefit out of the camp experience. Special transport to/from the
Cape Town International Airport or to/from the Habonim campsite will be at a cost of R300 per
trip. Lifts to and from Cape Town will ONLY take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the
morning.

Who will be protecting my child?

Madrichim will be the primary care-givers for your children. These young adults have
undergone extensive training in order to equip them with the skills necessary to care for your
children. When it comes to security matters, Habonim is proud to have the CSO protecting us
at Machaneh. We have had a long working relationship with CSO and look forward to another
safe and secure Machaneh.

Are cellphones allowed at Machaneh?

Yes, we do allow cell phones at machaneh, however, this is
discouraged for younger shichavot as it tends to inhibit proper
communication between channichim and their madrichim, as well
as their peers. Habonim is an environment separate from chaos so
cellphones, if brought, will only be permitted during free time and
strictly prohibited during peulot and meals.

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Shtilim

‫ שתילים‬SAPLINGS

ROSH SHTILIM: S’GAN ROSH SHTILIM: S’GANIT ROSH SHTILIM:
Gabi Saven Joey Avinir Tor Kaplan

At Shtilim Machaneh you can be assured of three dynamic activities a day, constant
interaction between channichim and madrichim, a well-stocked tuckshop, free time on
the beautiful Onrus beach and new friendships that will last forever!

Shtilim’s focus on their community is a great way for channichim to discover their new
Habonim environment and family, understand what responsibility is, learn about the
Jewish community and partake in Shtilim’s exciting projects! These include the Israeli
Kibbutz, the Shtilim wedding and a beautiful off-site tiyul.

Our Shtilim channichim get the unique opportunity to stay in state-of-the-art cabins with
newly renovated ablution facilities and a kitchen. Arts, crafts and sports tournaments are
always available for our channichim during free-time and your child will never be bored!

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Bonim

‫ בונים‬BUILDERS

ROSH BONIM: S’GAN ROSH BONIM: S’GANIT ROSH BONIM:
Aaron Sher Josh Benjamin Jess Rosengarten

There is no doubt that Bonim Machaneh is an incredible Habonim Machaneh experience,
and finally it’s your turn! With brand new tents, improved ablution facilities and round
the clock madrichim, there’s no doubt that Bonim at Machaneh will absolutely rock the
campsite!

In understanding role models in society and the heroes Habonim looks up to, this
Machaneh is bursting with action, adventure, fun, laughter and so much more! Some of
Bonim’s top highlights include Illegal Immigration, a simulation of the journey of the
Jewish people from Europe to Eretz Israel in the 1940s, and Project Earth, our fun and
interactive, environmentally educational initiative! We eagerly await the ruach of the
Bonim shichvah at Machaneh!

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Amelim

‫ עמלים‬WORKERS

ROSH AMELIM: S’GANIT ROSH AMELIM:
Nina Reitenberg Kayla Bagg

Amelim Machaneh will be the ray of sunshine that lights up Onrus this December. You’ll
enjoy the full experience of creative education that you can only get in Habonim: to
think, discuss, debate and enjoy, all at the same time! Days will be filled with fun,
interesting sessions and just enough free time. As you begin to engage with your identity
and individuality, this is the Machaneh where you’ll start to feel truly connected to the
movement!
A pioneering shichvah ready to make their mark this Machaneh! A unified spirit is created
betw een Amelim channichim all over the world when Amelim receive their unique
international shichvah name this December.

Top highlights include Naming Ceremony, Survival Night, Jewish Identity Seminar and a
day Tiyul along the magnificent Garden Route.

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Sollelim

‫ סוללים‬PAVERS

ROSH SOLLELIM: S’GAN ROSH SOLLELIM:
Tia Unterslak Brad Mervis

The Eyal shichvah are in for a treat as they reside in the most beautiful site on the
campsite. They will sleep amongst trees and wake up to the sound of waves crashing on
the shore. Sollelim focuses on the power of youth, emphasising that every person is
capable of making a real change in the world. As they are now amongst the older age
groups, they will begin to realise the immense power that they hold as members of
Habonim Dror.

Top Highlights include an unforgettable Band’s Night with a professional act; Burning
Man Festival, an anti- consumerist experience of self-expression and teamwork and
Empowerment Through Action (ETA) seminar, an opportunity to go into Hermanus town
and make a mark.

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Sayarim

‫ סיירים‬SCOUTS

ROSH SAYARIM: S’GANIT ROSH SAYARIM: S’GANIT ROSH SAYARIM:
Jordan Harris Zena Kruss Van Der Jodie Sher
Heever

Nesher have retruned after an absolutely mind blowing Shorashim! This December they
will delve into what Habonim Dror is really about, as they really start to build their
shichvah. Sayarim takes a step up in the level of engagement, independence, and fun as it
explores a fresh new approach to the concepts of Freedom.

Top Highlights include: Planning and running The Sayarim Carnival, a highlight of any
channichs Machaneh, and a Peace Tekes which is the culmination of a two-day seminar
run for the shichvah, looking at methods of peace within the Middle East, Highlighting
the importance of freedom as well as our role in creating a change.

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Shomrim

‫ שומרים‬GUARDS

ROSH SHOMRIM: S’GANIT ROSH SHOMRIM: S’GANIT ROSH SHOMRIM:
Erin Gordon Emma Botha Paris Pencharz

The three weeks of Shomrim facilitate the channichim’s transition to Bogrim (graduates)
of the movement, as they grow into leaders. As the oldest shichvah, Shomrim channichim
experience a unique set of priveleges and responsibilities that aim to mould them into
madrichim.

Top Highlights include: The famous Shomrim fire, host to many a legendary discussion,
debate and chill sessions; Projects Week, when Shomrim get a chance to take over running
the campsite; and Graduation, the culmination of the machaneh, where each channich is
welcomed into the Bogrim body.This moving ceremony tracks the life of the shichvah in a
night dedicated to the group.

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FACILITIES &
FREE TIME

CHETZ

You can look forward to beading, dance workshops, pita bread making, photography seminars,
medication, philosophy sessions and MUCH more! Situated right in the centre of the campsite, in
the Zula on kikar, Chetz will always have something cultural to offer during free time. The Chetz
team will also be in Shtilim EVERY day to ensure that the little ones get to experience arts and
crafts in the comfort of their own site.

MEYASDIM

Every channich/a will be able to experience what it is like to work in the kitchen at Machaneh. At
Habonim we pride ourselves on being self-sufficient and creating a society that we are all fully
responsible for, thus every child will go to the kitchen at least once to help prepare the meals for
that day. This team will also be responsible for running the tuck-shop, stocked with treats to your
hearts content!

SPORTS

Our campsite is equipped with a state of the art soccer court which will host a camp-wide soccer
tournament for boys and girls over the course of Machaneh.There will also be rugby and touch
rugby tournaments taking place on Kikar Rabin every day and night for those who wish to get
involved! We have a team of athletic Bogrim coming to machaneh just to run sports, so we
promise this will be a highlight!

BEACH

Our campsite is located on the banks of Onrus beach; this means a 5-minute walk from your tent
to the shore! Every day, channichim will get the opportunity to go to the beach during free time
in the morning and the afternoon! We have CSO guarding on the beach, life-guards, as well as
madrichim on duty, playing games and swimming with the channichim. Feel free to come visit
your children on the Onrus beach!

The people responsible
for ensuring all of this great stuff are:

ROSH MEYASDIM: ROSH EKONOM:
Daniel Sherman Kyle Davkin

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SHABBAT &
TESTIMONIALS

We, at Habonim, believe in our channichim’s freedom to find an expression of Judaism
which is meaningful to them. We aim to promote an environment in which every channich
feels comfortable and proud on Shabbat.

At Machaneh, Friday afternoons are dedicated to Shabbat preparation, this includes
beautifying the Cheder Ochel for the Shabbat meal, dressing up and sending letters to
members of your Shichvah. Before sunset, everybody on camp comes together on Kikar
Rabin for a unified ceremony, reflecting on the past week. After that, anybody who wishes
is invited to take part in candle lighting before proceeding to services.

We host a range of Shabbat services, catering to all of our different channichim, including
a traditional Orthodox service, a Cultural-Humanitarian service, an Egalitarian traditional
service and Meditation on the beach. These services are followed by a special 3 course
Shabbat meal.

This year, Habonim is introducing our Machaneh-wide Kiddush Brocha.This means that on
Saturday mornings, we will be hosting the entire campsite on Kikar Rabin for an array of
delicious Shabbat treats! This is a beautiful opportunity to differentiate Shabbat from any
other day on Machaneh and to encourage channichim to bond with friends and family from
other shichavot, This is followed by optional services.

Our educational sessions on Saturday are all Shabbat friendly and aim to engage with
various topics in Judaism. It is commonplace that we invite special guests, Rabbonim and
politicians alike, to speak to our channichim on Shabbat.

When the day comes to an end, we all meet once again on Kikar Rabin to conclude Shabbat
with our famous Habo Havdallah. By candlelight, we sing out the Shabbat with blessings,
and afterwards, we sing and dance together under the stars.

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