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50th Reunion: November 1 – 3, 2019
50 years of anything is always cause for a celebration. 50 years of a Jewish summer camp? In Mississippi? Well, let’s just say no one expected us to still be
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What’s Happening in the Off Season?
Although Opening Day is still months away, there’s lots going on behind the scenes to ensure that 2019 will be The. Best. Summer. Ever.
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I Didn’t Want to Come to Camp
I didn't want to come to camp. From the outside looking in, it seemed like a faraway place endorsed by my rabbi that took my sister away from me. I
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OUR Camp
This is my family: 6 Jacobs Camp Couples; 11 former Jacobs campers; 17 past or current Jacobs Camp staff members (including 4 assistant directors); 1 Summer 2019 OLIM CAMPER and
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We at Jacobs Camp are Richly Blessed…
Mah tov chelkeinu u’mah na’im goraleinu! From the words of our prayer book: “How good is our portion and how beautiful our fortune!”
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Have You Ever Doodled a Circle…?
Have you ever doodled a circle and had that satisfying feeling of completion when the end reaches the beginning and you lift your pencil to find that the free hand
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L’dor Vador From 1982 to 2018
For eleven summers, I have always called 3863 Morrison Road my home away from home. I have made countless friendships and memories that are still strong to this day. Like
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Countdown to Opening Day and the Best Summer Ever!
Even though it feels like we’ve barely closed the gates after an incredible summer, I’m writing with exciting news about Summer 2019! Next summer will mark our 50th year, which
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Session Two 2018 Slideshow!
This summer flew by too quickly! Check out this video of highlights from this past session as you look forward to Summer 2019!
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Why Jacobs Camp in 2018 is Crucial
It's hard to find something to say about HSJ that hasn't already been said. For every camper who walks through the gates, Jacobs is a place of comfort: somewhere they
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