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ever were. The paths to the cabins were now on level structure which could accommodate conferences
ground, making it easier for people in wheelchairs and rehearsals. The arts building that I remembered
to navigate. Again, I couldn’t fault the camp for being up near the camp gate is where the current
wanting to modernize their buildings. I couldn’t camp office sits. Next door to it is the wellness center.
even blame them for tearing down the gadol olam, Even the track and field area has been updated with
the older gym and recreational center that had been a climbing wall and zipline. By any measure, the
central to many of the activities that occurred at the camp appears to be thriving. And yet a part of me
camp. The newer and larger building sits just behind still wishes some parts of the older camp still existed.
the swimming pool. I wasn’t able to venture inside But then I think of it from the point of view of
it, but the person in charge of the camp during the younger campers who will go there not knowing
our stay assured me all of the amenities were there. anything about Camp B’nai B’rith from days of
Meanwhile, a new courtyard will grace the location yore. To them, it will be the place they come to
where the gadol olam once stood. for the first time and hopefully for many years to
It was like this all throughout my latest visit come. Maybe their finest memories will be on that
to the camp. I walked around remembering the zipline, or having fun activities in the newer gym,
older buildings like past acquaintances. The grey or even going on hiking trips outside the camp to
two-story cinder block building was used primarily different parts of the coast. And thankfully, at least
for storage on the first floor, while the second floor for me, B’nai B’rith still feels like camp, regardless
had a recreational area for the camp counselors. of its modern renovations. Perhaps the best part of
It was torn down a long time ago. In its place is a getting older is learning that it’s okay to let go of the
small outdoor patio with picnic tables and chairs. past and celebrate the future with an open mind.
Likewise, the building that housed the infirmary
and camp offices was rebuilt into a much larger
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