Frequently Asked Questions about our Machanot. Please take a look but if any of your questions are still unanswered, we’ll be more than happy to help you.
Can I contact my child during Camp?
No chanich/a will be able to make or receive telephone calls during camp, except in the event of an emergency. In such cases, all calls should be directed to the following numbers: Kendyll Jacobson – 082 855 5199 / 083 787 8035.
You can send letters to your children via email to the camp@netzer.org.za (With chanich/a’s name in subject line) or come to our Annual Visitors Day and experience the Netzer Magic for yourself!
Keep up to date on the day-to-day happenings on camp by following us on Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/NetzerSA Twitter: @netzersa Instagram: @netzer_southafrica
Can I submit my form after the camp form submissions deadline?
When forms are not handed in on time we cannot correctly work out quantities for Machaneh. This can lead to shortages in food and anything else the campers receive from us (such as t-shirts). We want to plan ahead for your child’s health, security and well-being.
By getting your form in early, you help to improve the quality of Machaneh. We have an early bird discount to encourage you to sign up early. The early bird cut-off date for applications this year is Friday, 31st October. We appeal to you as responsible parents to submit applications on time.
I can’t afford Machaneh. Are there any subsidies?
Netzer has never turned away a camper because of financial difficulty, thanks to the donations to our assist-a-camper appeal. This year, we hope it will be no exception. Those requesting help from the community need to request a subsidy form from the Netzer office (camp@netzer.org.za) and have it returned to us. These forms will be handled with complete confidentiality. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee you a subsidy, but we will try our best. We are indebted to the families and individuals who are able to assist by donating towards our assist-a-camper appeal.
I can’t stay for the whole camp; can you change my flight dates?
We strongly recommend that all participants plan to be on camp for the full duration. Channichim leaving at different times negatively affects the group dynamics.
In the past we have had problems with channichim who wish to change their flights who have already been booked for them by Netzer South Africa. We have decided that we will not be responsible for any flight changes. If you wish to change a flight, we will give you all the details and you will be responsible for changing the flight and paying any costs incurred with the changing. We will also be charging a R200 admin fee for any participant who will arrive late or leave early from camp due to logistical costs. We do however need you to confirm the flight time change with us before booking as we may have special arrangements to consider. Please contact Kendyll Jacobson in writing at camp@netzer.org.za before Friday, 31st October.
IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS, DON’T HESITATE TO CONTACT US: camp@netzer.org.za or call Kendyll on 0828555199