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TEXAS, USA, July 25, 2004: This years Hindu Heritage Camp took place from July 20-25 at the Gordon Campsite in Richmond, Texas. Here is a summary of the report sent to HPI:



Summer camp is probably one of the most popular activities kids pursue in their months off from school; attending such camp gives them the chance to escape from what can sometimes be boring and unproductive summer days and participate in activities they enjoy. Hindu heritage Camp is one specifically for the children of the Houston Hindu community. The youth-organized HHC is a place where Hindu youths can integrate with one another and learn about their religious and cultural values.The Hindu Heritage Camp, sponsored by Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America and Hindu Students’ Council has been giving back to the community in this way for over 20 years. The results delivered by the camp — an interest in Hinduism and desire to interact with Hindu peers — has kept parents sending their kids back to the camp year after year. Hindu Heritage Camp is a great environment and a great atmosphere to get away from daily life, television, cell phones and cars. At the camp everyone is kept busy and can learn how to get in touch with your religious side. Camp incorporates a variety of activities such as Holi, Garba-Rass, Shakha, Surya Namaskar, bhajans, a talent show, skits, crafts and educational discussion session. HHC truly encompassed all the aspects of Hinduism into a single week of continual fun.



The camp provides an amazing opportunity for Hindu children to explore and connect to their culture and heritage in all of its various aspects. Attending the Hindu Heritage Camp also gives youth an opportunity to meet others with the same upbringing, giving many campers some of their closest friends in life. This year the main goal was to teach campers practical use of Hinduism in daily life. Some of the main topics discussed were: Ayurvedic practices, vegetarianism, karma, Hinduism in American literature, misconceptions of Hinduism, marriage rituals, ahimsa, Hindu symbols, and the value of education.



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