In the quiet mountains of the Poconos, ten boys gathered for a unique Farbrengen Retreat that blended inspiration, brotherhood, and adventure. What began with farbrengens, shiurim, and even ATV rides ended with powerful personal commitments that will carry into the year ahead.

The founder of The 13 Day Farbrengen, Gavriel Kollin, ran a Farbrengen Retreat this summer in the Poconos with a group of ten participants.

The retreat was filled with uplifting moments of connection, inspiration, and brotherhood. Through heartfelt farbrengens, interactive Chassidus shiurim, fun trips like ATV and a nice sauna to relax in, along with time spent together in the peaceful mountains, the boys were able to reflect deeply on their personal journeys.

The highlight of the retreat was the powerful commitment made by the group. Some of the boys decided to return to yeshiva, some strengthened their dedication to keeping Shabbos, and some took on hachlatos on matters of kedusha. These commitments came not from pressure, but from the genuine desire to live more fully aligned with Torah values.

The retreat showed the impact of honest connection and a warm environment where every boy felt valued and empowered to grow. The spirit of the Farbrengan Retreat will surely carry forward into the year ahead, as these boys bring renewed energy and commitment into their lives and communities.

Bezras Hashem, Gavriel plans to make a program every couple of months this coming year. You can reach out to him at 3103844286 for more details.