Camp Tamakwa from page 27 tTamarack Canines makwa since 1967 and is also a practicing attorney and managing partner in the Detroit law firm of Hertz Schram PC. "Every summer, campers and staff learn of Tamakwa's history, Lou and his many adages. The kids love the traditions. Ask any alumni, they still remember and live by many of Lou's adages: 'There are no problems in life, only challenges;' `There are golden and silver days; life's a package deal'; 'Always leave your campsite better than you found it;' and many oth- ers:' These sayings still resonate with today's campers. "My favorite Tamakwa expression is `liquid sunshine,,' says Melanie Hirsch, 9, of West Bloomfield, who has spent the past two summers at camp. "I like it because it's a nice, positive way to say rain and not make you feel sad about the weather. I also like how we say 'golden day' when ifs sunny out:' "— SEND A KID C' TO TAMARACK C\1 tamily Camp ‘mni11 On. SUMMER AT CAMP MAAS SAVE THE DATE Apply Now - Limited Space! Sunday, April 26 Applications Available Adat Shalom Synagogue Great Value - Lifetime Memories! tamarackcamps.com/camperforms NEW CAMPERS LEARN ABOUT CAMP Parlor Meeting Parents and campers entering 2nd - 8th grades BUBBIE ZAYDIE FAMILY CAMP Enjoy a "Magical Night" with illusionist Oz Pearlman Enjoy a fun-filled program at the Butzel Retreat Center 8 Summer Weekends Beginning June 12-14 Ending August 7-9 7:00 pm Registration 7:30 pm Program Camp History Sorry, no parents allowed! Tuesday, February 10 5:30 - 6:30 pm For more information and to apply: tamarackcamps.com/bz Tamarack Camps' Office 6735 Telegraph Road, Suite 380, Bloomfield Hills, MI Supported by The Jewish Federation www.tamarackcamps.com • 248.647.1100 iiiiiiiiiiiM OF METROPOLITAN DETROIT f 1953570 INCENTIVE SAVINGS PROGRAM Expires FEBRUARY 28, 2015 Enroll today! Best Summer Ever! Celebrating our 47th Summer! Trailblazers Explorers Taraenrisngln Led ii-4th Grade 5-7th Grade 8-9th Grade -AY Girls & Boys 5-14 DOOR-TO-DOOR TRANSPORTATION • June 15-August 14, 2015 248-932-2123 • www.willowaydaycamp.com Pontooning • Fishing • Golf • Drama Basketball • Nature • Fencing • Hockey Paddleboating • Swimming • Soccer • Music Water-Skiing • Kayaking • Canoeing • Baseball Pony Rides • Go-Karts • Animal Farm • Archery Photography • Dance • Ga-ga-ga • Tennis Overnights • Challenge Course And So Much More... The Willoway Experience ❑ .1•• Pool, Lake, Woods, & Pond Robert Sarner is the editor of Tamakwa's newspaper, The South Tea Echo, since 2002. Since 1969 He lives in Toronto and is director of commu- 959640 28 February 5 • 2015 JN Lou Handler, a larger-than-life natural- ist, violinist and former boxer from Detroit, established Tamakwa in 1936 with Canadian outdoorsman Omer Stringer. Handler followed his dream to give post-Depression-era, first-generation Jewish kids, primarily from Detroit, a taste of independence and self-reliance. He took them from the streets of Broad- street, Dexter and Linwood to Algonquin's remote wilderness. While not religious, Tamakwa keeps various Jewish traditions. To welcome Shabbat on Friday, dinner is quieter and more reflective, with candle lighting and Kiddush, followed by a secular service ending with everyone wishing each other "Shabbat Shalom:" Handler often said, "We started build- ing in 1936 and haven't stopped yet:' Indeed, Tamakwa has added many new structures, renovated facilities, tripled its sports programs and creative activities, and expanded its famed canoe tripping program. At Tamakwa, like at all good camps, there's a near-magical process by which kids derive profound, life-lasting benefits including close, enduring friendships. Former Tamakwans often cite the camp's impact on them, saying it proved a source of inspiration that improved their attitude to life, the way they look at the world, and their myriad endeavors and successes. A camp can't ask for a better compliment. This year, as Tamakwa prepares to mark its 80th anniversary, it has a lot to celebrate. At a time when kids have far more options for spending their summer, it's a fitting testament to Handler's vision and legacy that Tamakwa still attract hundreds of campers every year. And to think not one of them can use a cell phone or computer while at camp. Shocking! nications/public affairs for Roots Canada.