Highlights of the Summer in Yeshivas Kayitz Tzeirei Hashluchim Tzfas 5783.
Just a short glimpse of the many incredible adventures and experiences of this Most Amazing Summer Ever.
YKTH 5783 - Chassidim Never Say Farewell…
Who would’ve thought that the summer would ever come to an end.
Our last stop before the airport was Kfar Chabad for the fully catered, state of-the-art banquet. One last chance to reminisce on our last 6 amazing weeks. The banquet program included speeches from our dear director, head counselor, and learning director. Zalman Brikman, representing the Bochrim, gave a beautiful heartfelt speech. Awards were given out recognizing an array of different achievements, sports MVP, sportsmanship award and championship trophies were given to thise who excelled in the fantastic sports leagues. Staff were presented with a gorgeous token of appreciation in making the summer such a success.
With many hugs and tears, the buses were loaded to the airport, bidding farewell to an absolutely insane summer we had spent together, never to be forgotten!
YKTH 5783 - The Grand Trip Part Three: Monday!
On Monday the Bochurim went to the Negev desert where each Bochur had a chance to go camelback riding, enjoying the views and the breeze from the silence of the Arabian desert.
Afterwards we headed to Mitzpeh Rimon to go repelling, in the world's largest erosion crater!
Then we headed to Kfar Chabad to Daven Mincha in the 770 replica and visit the replica of the Rebbe's room.
We had the opportunity to visit and purchase Seforim in the Kehos department near 770.
YKTH 5783 - The Grand Trip Part Two: Sunday!
EILAT HERE WE COME!
The entire YKTH boarded a beautiful three-floor cruise ship, equipped with a jacuzzi to relax, water slides to swim in the gorgeous Red Sea, and spectacular panoramic views of the three neighboring countries of Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
While on the Cruise ship, speed boats pulled up to take the Bochurim speed boating, tubing, and banana boating!
Afterwards, for the first time in YKTH history, the entire Yeshivas Kayitz went scuba diving!
Seeing the underwater world was an incredible experience, diving amongst the massive fish and coral reef was truly breathtaking! (No pun intended)
However the fun didn't stop there, we then went "Israeli style" go-karting, thrilling indoor ropes course, and rock climbing.
After such a fun packed day, we headed back to our beautiful hotel in Mitzpe Ramon where we had a grand BBQ and Bonfire Kumzits, igniting the hearts and souls of every Bochur there. Singing heartfelt songs of farwell and encouragement, Bochurim truly felt something special on this very last night in YKTH!
YKTH 5783 - The Grand Trip Part One: Friday & Shabbos
Goodbye Tzfas :( and off we go to the Grand Trip!!
Friday - we went Hiking up Masada and got to see and experience the palace originally built by King Hurdos (Herod) and later used as a mountain refuge for the Yidden fighting the Romans after the destruction of the second Beis Hamikdash. We learned the history of the tragic ending to the Yidden taking their own lives rather than falling into the hands of the brutal Romans.
We then went swimming in the Yam Hamelech - the lowest point on planet earth! We ate lunch and switched over to bulletproof buses as we headed to our accommodations in Kiryat Arbah, for a Shabbos in Chevron!
Shabbos - Friday night Kabolas Shabbos in Me'oras Hamachpela, full of singing and dancing, the atmosphere was indescribable.
Shabbos day we had a tour of the old city of Chevron, the Avraham Avinu shul, Mitteler Rebbe's shul, the Kever of Rebbetzin Menucha Rochel and we visited "Tel Chevron" - the archeological findings of the original - "biblical" - Chevron. It was at this spot where the original walls and steps of Chevron were found, it was on these steps that Avraham Avinu purchased Me'aras Hamachpela from Efron.
Found in this treasure trove of archeological findings is also the remains of houses and vessels from up to 4,500 years ago!
Mincha we Davened in the famous Avraham Avinu Shul, we had Seder Niggunim and Ma'ariv in Me'oras Hamachpela.
After such an inspiring Shabbos we headed to the next part of our trip in Mitzpeh Ramon.
YKTH 5783 - Colorwar!
Relive the exhilarating moments of Color War at YKTH. Color War brought to the forefront the individual talents and abilities of each and every talmid in Yeshivas Kayitz. From the incredible skits and plays, to the original songs and creative food and photography presentations, the Bochurim really excelled in presenting their themes of different units in the IDF "Cheil Ha'Avir", "Cheil HaYam", and "Cheil HaYabasha".
The next day the entire camp eagerly waited by the pool in "Ramat Menachem Begin" to hear the winners of color war 5783...... Cheil Ha'Avir!!
YKTH 5783 - Mivtzah Torah Paragliding Trip!
Over the summer, countless of Bochurim dedicated their own free time to learning 8 Dafim of Gemara. They had weekly tests to track their progress, and as a reward for their hard work, they were treated to an exciting paragliding trip.
YKTH 5783 - Mivtzah "Jump" Shuk Style Event!
With the overwhelming success of Mivtza "Jump" the Bochurim were treated to flabbergasting event, the entire Zal was transformed into the Machene Yehudah Shuk, there were a total of 5 Shuk stands, going from "The Hatch Brewery" which served the famous chicken wings made by the former chef of "Hatch!" as well as a drink bar, then they moved to "Zalman's" which served the famous Corn dogs made with the exact recipe of "Zalman's", then they moved to "Melech Hachips" which had many different types of fries, and the Shuk continues, next up was "Rapps Falafel" which served some delicious mouthwatering Falafel, and last but not least, we had "Shimms Candy" which the Bochurim were able to relive the Shuk candy experience here at the event.
As if that wasn't enough, we were surprised with a photo booth that came special to camp for the event!
The idea of the Mivtza is to jump in 4 different categories.
The 4 categories are
1) Davening with Pirush Hamilos
2) filing out Chitas quiz cards everyday
3) going to sleep and waking up like a Chossid
4) memorizing daily Chassidus knowledge
YKTH 5783 Family Picture
YKTH 5783 - Naftali Kempeh Concert!
Excitement was in the air as the entire YKTH on Sunday went to an electrifying concert at the Yigal Allon Cultural Center here in Tzfas, featuring the sensational Naftali Kempeh. The Bochurim swayed to his captivating and "Hartzege" songs, creating an atmosphere of pure joy and unity. From start to finish, the energy was contagious, leaving us with memories that will last a lifetime.