Maryland, USA: Guru Harkrishan Institute of Sikh Studies (GHISS) announced to hold 22nd Annual Sikh Youth Gurmat Camp in Maryland from July 29 – August 5, 2017.
A release by GHISS says that only the first 100 registrants with completed applications will be accepted.
“The camp is now almost full. Interesting candidates should immediately register online at http://www.ghiss.org or call Gurdeep Singh at (301) 785 5105so that they can be accommodated” the GGISS stated.
As per the organizers the camp is for youth of ages 6-19 years. It is an endeavor to expose the Sikh youth of the western world to the principles and values of Sikhism. It is an attempt to create a Sikh environment and provide a glimpse of the Sikh way of life. The camp is lead by motivated Gursikhs and is comprised of Kirtan, Tabla, and String Instruments classes, Gatka training, daily Kirtan Diwans, organized seminars, discussions, sports, various competitions, and other activities. We are making every effort to make this Camp another memorable one. GHISS has always given special emphasis to Sikh History and Gurmat and this camp has become a venue for youth to interact with each other and get answers to their various questions on Sikhism. It is a learning experience for the youth as well as the counselors and this one week of camp has changed many lives.
“The GHISS camp is one of it’s kind covering various aspects of a Gursikh Jeevan – Religious, Political, and Social. We are proud to announce that we have many renowned speakers attending this year and there will be numerous workshops and seminars along with a practice of the Sikh way of life. This will be a rare opportunity for youth and counselors to interact and learn from Gursikh role models”, reads the GGISS statement.
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