Episode 26: Schmooze with Cecil Horwitz, Executive Director of Camp BB Riback

What makes Camp BB-Riback so special that former campers still talk about it decades later?On this episode of The Schmooze, Don and Jared sit down with new Camp BB-Riback Executive Director Cecil Horwitz to discuss the camp that helped shape generations of Jewish Albertans.From campfire friendships and Maccabiah memories to leadership development, resilience, Jewish identity, and life without screens, Cecil explains why camp remains one of the most important experiences a young person can have.The conversation also explores Camp BB's remarkable role in Alberta Jewish history, including the famous encounter between Jewish campers and students influenced by Holocaust denier Jim Keegstra, a story that ultimately became one of friendship and understanding.Whether you're a camp alum, a parent considering camp for your child, or simply someone interested in how communities build strong future leaders, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.