On Friday morning, all the Bochurim excitedly packed their belongings and headed onto the buses for the most exciting trip we have had yet. Our first stop was lunch at Park Britania, from where we entered the caves of Bar Kochva. Climbing through the tunnels in the rocks, at some points just tall enough to crawl through on your hands and knees, you really appreciate the fresh air when coming out the end of the tunnels. Our tour guide then took us on a short hike up the nearby mountain, from the top of which we could see the surrounding mountains and valleys of Eretz Yisrael. Returning to the buses, we were greeted with refreshing cold water and snacks.
From there, we headed on to Kever Rochel, where the Bochurim said some Tehillim, evoking the Zechus of Mame Rochel, for many bochurim for the very first time.
We then headed, finally, to our most anticipated destination, the holy city of Yerushalayim. The buses pulled up on Har Tzion, the Bochurim unloaded and walked a few steps past Shaar Tzion to the Yeshivat HaTfutzot, where we were to stay, just a few steps away from Kever Dovid HaMelech.
As Shabbos came in, we headed down to the Kosel HaMaaravi. Everyone felt the emotion of the moment as the golden stones of the last remaining wall of the Beis HaMikdash came into view in the setting sun. The Bochurim gathered their chairs in a circle and sang together Seder Nigunim, with Jews of all backgrounds and types gathering around to join.
The next day, on Shabbos afternoon, we enjoyed an afternoon walking tour around the old city of Yerushalayim, with our knowledgeable tour guides showing us remains from as far back as the first Beis HaMikdash, to Shuls and buildings from the last few centuries.
Motzei Shabbos, we enjoyed Melave Malka with Pizza, heard a presentation from General Bentzion Gruber about the ethics of the IDF nowadays. And then, just when we all thought the day was over and it was time for bed, the head counselor announced a surprise trip to the Old City, where many bochurim took the opportunity to enjoy a delicious crepe or iced coffee. Then, it was time to call it a day, for real.
YKTH 5783 - Talmidei Hashavuah
YKTH 5783 - Arizal's Kever & Tour of Tzfas
On the Yartzeit of the Arizal, the Bochurim of YKTH had the Zechus to visit the Kever of the Arizal in the Old Cemetery of Tzfas. They also got to immerse themselves in the holy waters of the Arizal's mikva, something the great Arizal himself designated as auspicious and a Segulah.
The Bochurim also had the opportunity to say Tehillim at the Kever of the Rebbe's brother, Reb Yisroel Aryeh Leib.
On Tuesday, the Yeshivas Kayitz took a tour of the holy city of Tzfas. They explored the ancient Metsuda and the enchanting Old City, all while soaking in the fascinating stories of those who built and fought for this cherished land and felt the kedusha that has been present in Tzfas for centuries.
Afterwards, The bochurim got to savor the authentic taste of Israeli cuisine at the bustling midrachav.
YKTH 5783 - Havdalah & Grand Basketball Game With C-teen!
On Moitzei Shabbos the C-teen travel program joined YKTH for a joyous and inspiring Havdalah by the gorgeous viewpoint nearby, where we sang in unity with the C-teen boys.
After Havdalah, we had a grand thrilling and tight basketball game versus the C-teen boys!
YKTH 5783 - Friday Mivtzoim!
This Friday, the Bochurim embarked on an inspiring Mivtzoim trip to spread Torah, Mitzvos and warm Yiddishkeit in the beautiful cities of Tveryah, Kiryat Shmona, Carmiel, Chatzor, Rosh Pina, and Tzfas. Their enthusiastic Hafotza touched the hearts of many and left a lasting impact.
Following Mivtzoim, the Bochurim had the opportunity to dip in the holy Arizal's Mikvah in the mountains of Tzfas.
YKTH 5783 - Tractoronim, Winery & Meron
On Tuesday, the Bochurim headed to Dishon, which is located halfway between Tsfas and Kiryat Shemona, for an exhilarating off-road "Tractoronim" ride. They stopped along the trail to take in the beautiful views, and at times, even caught glimpses of Lebanon. After the thrilling ride, we visited the Galil Mountain Winery in Yiron to witness and learn about the winemaking process. Next, we made our way to Meron to Daven Mincha at the Kever of Rashbi. Following that, we stopped at a park in Chatzerot to enjoy a delicious BBQ. Finally, we concluded the smashing day with a refreshing evening swim at a large swimming facility in Kiryat Shemona.
YKTH 5783 - Sports Draft!
Motzei Shabbos the Talmidim gathered in the zal for a most exciting Sports Draft. This year's sports is called "The League of Prophets" and each team is named with a different Sefer in Tanach. The captains were announced, who then chose their co-captains and first few round picks. After which the sports directors and the captains retired behind closed doors to pick the rest of their teams.
After the sports draft the Talmidim enjoyed a delicious Melave Malkah with Pizza!
YKTH 5783 - Chatzbani Water Hike & Har Chermonit
On Friday we filled up our water backpacks and headed out to Chatzbani, a fun and exciting water hike where we enjoyed the hike and refreshing water and even stopped to swim for a while. Afterwards we went to Har Chermonit where we took in the breathtaking views including views of Syria and listened to the interesting history of the area.
Welcome to YKTH 5783!!! + Grand Kumzitz
Ending on of our first days in Yeshivas Kayitz, the bochurim enjoyed an evening kumzits as the sun was setting, culminating in joyous singing and dancing before heading to bed to get a good nights sleep before tomorrow's adventures..
YKTH 5782 - Regular day at YKTH
YKTH 5782 - Simcha Friedman Concert
YKTH 5782- Laser Tag, Krav Maga & Safrus
YKTH 5782 - Chassidim never say farewell…
Who would’ve thought that the summer would ever come to an end. Our last stop before the airport was Kfar Chabad, for the fully catered, sate of the art banquet, one last chance to reminisce our last 6 amazing weeks. The banquet schedule included speeches from our dear director, head counselor, Zalman Deitch representing the bochrim, awards for the best students, sports MVP and best sportsmanship award, championship trophies, mivtzah torah awards and staff gifts. With many hugs and tears, the busses were loaded to the airport, fare welling an absolutely insane summer we had spent together, never to be forgotten!!
YKTH 5782 - The Grand Trip!!
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Lets take a look into the action packed, four day YKTH grand trip! The incredible finale to the incredible summer!!
Friday - Hiking up Masada, Swimming in the dead sea, then heading our acomodations in Kiryat Arbah, for a shabbos in chevron!
Shabbos - Friday night Seder Nigunim and Kabolas shabbos in the Meoras Hamachpela. Shabbos day tour of the old city of chevron, the Avraham Avinu shul, Miteler Rebbes shul, Kever of Menucha Rochel! Then heading to our next part of the trip in Mitzpeh Rimon!
Sunday - Eilat here we come! Cruise ship, Jacuzzi, Tubing, Speed Boating, Water slides! Then back to Mitzpeh Rimon for Camel Riding and Rappeling!! Then a grand BBQ and Bonfire Kumzits for the last night in YKTH!
Monday - Very interesting tour of the famous bullet museum, mincha in the 770 of Kfar Chabad, a tour of the Roebers Leather factory. Our final Banquet in Kfar Chabad, goodbye, and then to the airport :(
YKTH 5782 - Maamor For Shmuel trip
Throughout the summer, there was a special Mivtzah to learn a Maamor every Shabbos morning in memory of Shmuel Karnowski A’’H. Those bochrim who passed the weekly tests on the Maamor they learned, were rewarded with a Horseback Riding trip!! Over 70 bochrim excelled and made it to the trip!!!
YKTH 5782 - Mivtzah Dorshvitos Event #3
What an incredible and final Mivtzah Dor7tos event! A smashing breakfast with extravagant cereals, omelet station, waffle station, smoothie station and much more!! Those who did the mivtzah throughout the summer recieved their very own sate of the art branded hat box!! Wow wow what a dor7tos summer it was!!!!
YKTH Family picture
YKTH 5782 - Colorwar! - Part 2
The Grand Colorwar finale began with the the 3 teams preforming their plays, relaying a story based on their team’s name. Then was the grand fabrengen in Zal!! The teams presnted their culinary arts desserts for the judges to enjoy, as well as their team song. In the spirit of achdus, the teams sang and danced together as they preformed their grammens to the judges, capping off a special evening on a high!!!
YKTH 5782 - Colorwar! - Part 1
3 teams - Lerhn (blue), Tohn (red) and Zehn (green), all different ways of connecting to the rebbe for the Ultimate Connection Colorwar!!! Colorwar started with team cheers and comedy skits. The day was spent with the teams going head to head in Jepordy, sports shootouts and Kluger tournament. Hours were spent preparing for the teams plays and grand sing (which will be posted in part 2..)
