Check In: Upon arrival at camp, you will check in with the registrar. You will receive your official event package, t-shirt, and everything else that you will need for the weekend.
This is the place to learn about the details of all the great activities taking place. Right now we have info on all of the "pre-paid" options -- the activities you'll need to register for in advance. Please look these over carefully before registering. Specific details on hikes and other included activities will be posted in the coming weeks.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2nd
AFTERNOON/EVENING ACTIVITIES
Check In: Upon arrival at camp, you will check in with the registrar. You will receive your official event package, t-shirt, and everything else that you will need for the weekend.
Dinner: Welcome dinner in dining hall with old friends and new.
Opening Announcements: As we conclude dinner in the dining hall, we will fill you in on all you need to know about the weekend. You will meet your leaders and camp staff, and be filled in on important information. We expect everyone to be here. You don't want to miss this.
Ice Breakers, Games, and Meet & Greet: Following dinner, we will gather for all of the above. Get to know your fellow campers. Be prepared to participate and have some fun.
Campfire: The campfire will be lit after the Meet & Greet. As always, there will always be s'mores served. The fire will remain lit as long as people want to enjoy it.
Night Hike: This easy walk around the property will focus on experiencing the nighttime to its fullest. No flashlights on this hike, please.
Late Night Movies: Enjoy a summer movie such as Dirty Dancing, A Walk on the Moon, or other titles TBD.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3rd
Breakfast: Breakfast is served early enough for those who want to get an early start, but will continue late enough for those who want to sleep in a little.
FULL DAY ACTIVITIES
Today, we'll head off camp to explore the beautiful Laurentian Mountains. A variety of activities are scheduled; all will depart camp in the morning and return in time for dinner. Some will get back in early afternoon; others closer to dinner. So you'll be able to choose ONE activity from the below list. Note that MOST of these activities will be repeated on Sunday.
Via Ferrata du Diable: Premiering in Quebec's national parks and wildlife reserves, an exciting route built on the Vache Noire rock wall. Situated in the Diable sector, in the Laurentians, the Via Ferrata promises to be chock-full of surprises! You will bring back wonderful memories of your adventure during which you will safely cross a challenging cliff face with beams and various types of bridges, overlooking the meandering Rivière du Diable. After making a 200-metre ascent, you will be struck by the spectacular view of the mountains and horizon. No rock climbing experience is necessary to experience the via ferrata. A brief course will help you learn the basics of via ferrata before tackling the trail. All required safety equipment is provided. Cost is $55 USD.
Bike the Trails at Tremblant: Enjoy a scenic bike ride in the beautiful Laurentian Mountains. All abilities welcome. Price of $42 USD includes full day rental, helmet and protective gear.
Horseback Riding - Beginner: Enjoy a one-hour ride to see a panoramic vista at Grey Rocks. You will depart after breakfast and return after lunch for this excursion. Spend the rest of the day relaxing by the waterfront, or enjoying the other great amenities back at camp. Cost is $35 USD.
Horseback Riding - Intermediate: Enjoy a two-hour ride to beautiful panoramic vistas. You will have an opportunity to trot, gallop and canter. You will depart after breakfast and return after lunch for this excursion. Spend the rest of the day relaxing by the waterfront, or enjoying the other great amenities back at camp. Cost is $75 USD.
Easy Hikes: We'll head over to the Mont Tremblant area for an easy 2-3 hour hike on area trails. If time, we explore the shops and galleries in Tremblant Village upon our return. No charge.
Moderate Hikes: We'll take a moderate 4-5 hour hike on trails in the Mont Tremblant area of the beautiful Laurentian mountains. Details TBD. No charge.
Difficult Hikes: Looking for a challenge? Our difficult hikes will explore the most challenging and interesting terrain in the Mont Tremblant area. Details TBD. No charge.
EVENING ACTIVITIES
Creative Outdoor Shabbat Service: Not your everyday Shabbat service. Mosaic is an all-volunteer organization, so this will be a lead by lay-leaders instead of clergy. You won't believe the energy as you dance, sing, and pray your way into Shabbat.
Shabbat Dinner: A traditional Shabbat dinner, complete with all the fixin's, will be served in the dining hall.
Israeli Dancing: Join our facilitators in the traditional Israeli folk dances that we have come to know and love. Most are done in a circle, without partners, similar to the hora. If you know how the dances, you'll have no trouble at all. If you've never done them before, there will be instruction at the beginning of each dance, and you'll pick it up in no time.
Campfire: The campfire will be lit after the Meet & Greet. As always, there will always be s'mores served. The fire will remain lit as long as people want to enjoy it.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th
YOU ASKED, WE LISTENED - everyone stays on camp on Saturday. There will be so much to do, you'll hardly know what to do first. If you have a workshop or a talk you would like to share, we'd love to hear from you!
MORNING ACTIVITIES
Sunrise Hike: We'll stretch our legs on the trails around camp as the sun rises to start the day.
Breakfast: Breakfast is served early enough for those who want to get an early start, but will continue late enough for those who want to sleep in a little.
Shabbat Morning Services:Details TBD.
Ball Hockey: Ball Hockey game on the most beautiful ball hockey rink you may ever see. Balls and sticks provided. You'll know you're Canada when you realize that "SHOOT" means hit the puck!
Can You Canoe?!: Almost anyone can get from here to there in a canoe. But can you get from here to there smoothly, with minimum energy, safely, and without yelling at your paddling partner? Brenlee will teach paddling strokes: basic stroke, draws and pries, sweeps, J-stroke. Those who show proficiency will then be taught some solo skills. Added bonus option: do you know what to do if a canoe tips? Those who wish will be taught rescue techniques. Rescue practice will require getting wet.
Tennis Tournament: Beautiful tennis courts. Sign up for tournament when you get to camp. Racquets and balls provided by the camp, but you might prefer your own. Awards for winners!
Pool: The heated pool will be open for swimming.
Waterfront: The waterfront will be open all day. Catapult into the water with the blob!
LUNCH PROGRAM WITH SPEAKER: Today we have a special guest speaker from the Nature Conservancy of Canada who will speak to us during lunch. Details TBD.
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
Arts & Crafts: Award-winning New York watercolor artist and Mosaic member Dorrie Rifkin will help us to capture the natural world on paper using a variety of media.
Pool: The pool will be open for swimming.
Canoe Hockey: Don't know what it is? Come to the waterfront and learn to play!
Lake Paddling: Canoes and windsurfers will be available for exploring one of the camp's three lakes.
Nature Slide Show: Relax indoors and enjoy the beauty of nature as captured by a professional photographer.
Leadership Training Workshop: Learn what it takes to be a good leader.
EVENING ACTIVITIES
Dinner: Expect a special treat for dinner! We hope you like surprises.
Announcements: As always, stick around after dinner for some quick announcements and updates.
Havdallah: Havdallah means "separation", and this brief and beautiful ceremony recognizes the separation between Shabbat and the rest of the week. It's so moving to be part of a circle of 150 people, in the twilight, with candles flickering, all while singing, chanting, and praying. Drink the wine, smell the spices, see the flames.
Games Night: Do you love Scrabble? Cards? Or are you more of a charades person? Whatever the game - you'll likely find others who want to play, as we chill out after dinner.
Campfire: The campfire is the central place for people to gather at night. Sing, play games, mingle, or just relax and look up at the stars. Of course, there will always be s'mores served. If you'd like, you can make a coal-burned Kiddush cup while you're sitting around the fire. The fire will remain lit as long as people want to enjoy it.
Square and/or Country Dancing: Professional instruction provided. Yeehaw!
Late Night Movies: Enjoy a summer movie such as Dirty Dancing, A Walk on the Moon, or other titles TBD.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th
Breakfast: Breakfast is served early enough for those who want to get an early start, but will continue late enough for those who want to sleep in a little.
FULL DAY ACTIVITIES
If you wish, you may head off camp to explore the beautiful Laurentian Mountains on one of the below activities. Or you may choose to hang back at camp and just chill. Try something you missed Friday, get out on the water, or stay back at camp and enjoy their great facilities.
Raft the Rouge River: The Rouge River is without a doubt the most interesting and most competitive rafting river in Quebec. The Rouge River rapids come up fast and furious in a cascade of ledges, drops and waves that are sure to thrill veterans and novices alike. Between the rapids are golden sand beaches and places for bodysurfing and floating in the current. We'll raft either the Canyon section or the Seven Sisters section, depending on water level. Cost is $70 USD.
Whitewater Kayaking: Learn the fundamentals of kayaking while taking on the rapids of the Rouge River. Whether you are a novice or already have river miles under your boat, our guides and instructors will help you become an accomplished kayaker. Cost is $85 USD.
Bike the Trails at Tremblant: Enjoy a scenic bike ride in the beautiful Laurentian Mountains. All abilities welcome. Price of $42 USD includes full day rental, helmet and protective gear.
Horseback Riding - Intermediate: Enjoy a two-hour ride to beautiful panoramic vistas. You will have an opportunity to trot, gallop and canter. You will depart after breakfast and return after lunch for this excursion. Spend the rest of the day relaxing by the waterfront, or enjoying the other great amenities back at camp. Cost is $75 USD.
Easy Hikes: We'll head over to the Mont Tremblant area for an easy 2-3 hour hike on area trails. If time, we explore the shops and galleries in Tremblant Village upon our return. No charge.
Moderate Hikes: We'll take a moderate 4-5 hour hike on trails in the Mont Tremblant area of the beautiful Laurentian mountains. Details TBD. No charge.
Difficult Hikes: Looking for a challenge? Our difficult hikes will explore the most challenging and interesting terrain in the Mont Tremblant area. Details TBD. No charge.
EVENING ACTIVITIES
Dinner: You'll be mighty hungry by the time dinner is served, and this will be our last dinner together.
Awards & Closing Ceremony: As the week comes to a close, we'll take this opportunity to recognize those volunteers who have contributed so much time and effort to Mosaic.
Members meeting.: All members of Mosaic Outdoor clubs of America (that's you!) meet once a year, and this is it! Everyone gathers to hear what is new with Mosaic, elect this year's officers, and thank those who helped this year.
Annual Meeting of the Mosaic Council of Delegates: This is your opportunity to get involved in Mosaic. Volunteer to help out on a committee, run for a national board position, or take part in the national election. We hope that all Mosaic members participate in this once-a-year opportunity.
Talent Show: Do you have a special talent? Perhaps you can sing. Perhaps you can juggle. Perhaps you can jump rope on one foot. Or perhaps you can jump rope on one foot while juggling and singing. That's talent! This is always a great show, and we welcome everyone's participation!
Campfire: If you choose not to participate in the Annual Mosaic Meeting, you are welcome to gather by the campfire. Mosaic will not be organizing any activities at this time.
Swing and Ballroom Dancing: We'll dance the night away on our last night at camp.
Late Night Movies: Enjoy a summer movie such as Dirty Dancing, A Walk on the Moon, or other titles TBD.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th
Breakfast: This is your final meal before saying "goodbye" to new and old friends.
Departures: Most of us will be departing on Monday morning to head off to the airport to catch our flights. The time you depart camp will depend both on the schedule of our shuttles, and your flight departure time.
Schedule is subject to change without notice.
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