Q: What is the Shaashuim Convention?

The Shaashuim Convention is an annual event held exclusively for Camp Shaashuim campers.

Question 1

What is the Shaashuim Convention?

Accepted Answer

The Shaashuim Convention is an annual ​event held exclusively for Camp Shaashuim campers.

Question 2

What happens at the Shaashuim Convention?

Accepted Answer

Campers, Staff, and Administration members have the opportunity to reconnect with their summer friends, relive their summer experiences, reintegrate their summer shteiging, and ideate for the upcoming summer.

Question 3

Who attends the Shaashuim Convention?

Accepted Answer

All campers, staff, and administration members who are able, attend the convention.

Question 4

When does the convention begin and end?

Accepted Answer

The convention begins with arrival and check-in on Friday afternoon and ends with departure and check-out late Motzoei Shabbos.

Question 5

Where is the Shaashuim Convention held?

Accepted Answer

This year's convention will be held in Chestnut Ridge, New York at the estate of Rabbi Respler of Camp Shaashuim fame. Chestnut Ridge is a friendly, suburban, Orthodox Jewish community perfectly suited for camp conventions. Additionally, it is located close to population centers enabling attendees to arrive in time for Shabbos.

Question 6

Is the convention only for those who live near Chestnut Ridge, New York?

Accepted Answer

The convention is open to all members of the Camp Shaashuim family without regard to distance. "Family is everything" as they say.

Question 7

Can I contribute something to the convention?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Many parents have expressed interest in contributing towards the convention. Please be in touch regarding food etc.

Question 8

Can I present at the convention?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are working assiduously on the program and keynote sessions. Any camper who would like to speak, lain, share a dvar torah etc. should please be in touch.

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