The Martin Buber Summer Youth Kibbutz offers a unique way for youth to deepen their Jewish identity and sense of community, their understanding of Jewish teachings on community and ecology, as well as their practice of and commitment to Tikkun Olam.



The overnight camp will take place at Am Kolel’s Sanctuary and Renewal Center www.sanctuaryretreatcenter.com in Beallsville, MD.  Two sessions are offered in late July & early August (see our dates and rates page for specific dates). Participants will experience kibbutz-style cooperative living while learning about Jewish social philosophy, Jewish environmental ethics, conflict-resolution, and working on an organic farm.



Each day includes morning prayer and contemplative

spiritual practice, farm work and cooking, hiking,

study of Martin Buber's teachings on social philosophy

and Jewish renewal, a campfire and a kumsitz, or

sing-along.In addition, daily chuggim (interest groups) include opportunities to learn new skills such as bicycle maintenance, guitar, harmonica, wood crafts and storytelling.



Students will hear presentations and participate in discussions on such topics as "Judaism and Food Culture" and "Global Warming."  We will also take field trips to local sites.