VARIETY OF HUNGARIAN - HAWAII PROGRAMS & SESSIONS BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25 - 29, THANKSGIVING IN OAHU, HAWAII
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JOIN US IN HAWAII to our HUNGARIAN FAMILY CAMP
JOIN US IN HAWAII to our HUNGARIAN FAMILY CAMP
Sziasztok!
We are running an overnight THANKSGIVING camp in Hawaii, focusing on Hungarian heritage. We are located right on the beach at Oahu's beautiful North Shore, just 60-minutes from Honolulu and the world-famous Waikiki Beach.
Our camp runs for 5 days and 4 nights - overnight camping in cabins for kids, as well as daily passes for families who just want to participate in our amazing cultural heritage program.
This year, we will focus on Hungarian history with Istvan a Kiraly.
Children over the age of 6 can participate in the camp alone, with parental consent. Children under the age of 6 can attend the camp with their parents and join the PARENT CAMP.
Come join us and meet the Hawaiian Hungarians, and learn about Hungary. You'll learn about your heritage, meet charismatic coaches, eat delicious food, and participate many amazing camp activities that you won't find anywhere else - many of which are unique to Hungary.
Our camp is sponsored by the Külföldi Magyar Cserkészszövetség . We are welcoming amazing Hungarian dancers and musicians from California to help us with the program.
REGISTER BEFORE September 15th, 2026 and start your search for flights right now if you join us from outside of Oahu, Hawaii. After September 15th + 10% price change.
FREE CAMP - Submit your "ISTVAN A KIRALY" ART work by August 21st, 2026 and win a FREE CAMP attendance. Email your art work to hawaiihungarianschool@gmail.com
JOIN our FACEBOOK page:https://www.facebook.com/groups/965037641230054
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hawaii_iskola/?igsh=cXk3MTJkNGFtNmw2&utm_source=qr#
Photos:
Video: https://www.facebook.com/100034489580360/videos/531483136589810
CHILDREN
CHILDREN
Join us for a fun, activity-filled camp to reconnect with your roots and learn about a new culture. In our camp, all ages will find great activities for themselves. Choose from Hungarian folk dance, folk games, wood carving, or special Hungarian classes. Learn about your Hungarian heritage through the rich Hungarian folk tales. You will be taken into the Hawaiian mythical world where you will learn about the 'Hawaiian mystical creatures' , dance hula, and make hawaiian arts. Kids over the age of 6 can attend alone, given parental consent.
Requirement: beginning Hungarian language skill.
All programs will run in Hungarian.
CHILDREN UNDER 6
CHILDREN UNDER 6
Children under 6 can play, dance, swim and get to know other Hungarian and American families during the daily activities and by the campfire. Have fun playing team games and enjoying all the amazing activities. Kids under the age of 6 can attend the camp with their families. Children can participate in the daily activities, but at night between 6pm and 8am, need to stay with their parents.
PARENTS
PARENTS
Join us every morning for breakfast and enjoy Hawaii's beautiful's sights. Meet other Hungarian families from the islands and mainland USA. Take tours together and share your culture. Parents are welcome to join camp Hungarian activities and dinner every night, and enjoy Thanksgiving feast with us.
Also there are volunteer opportunities for parents!
PROGRAM
During the five days, a wonderful, fairy-tale "journey" awaits the children, as they familiarize themselves with well-known and lesser-known history and culture of Hungarian regions through Szaffi's story (by Hungarian writer: Jokai Mor).
A taste of the programs:
Interactive programs with Hungarian folk games, drama classes, sports, hiking, creative workshops.
Daily Hungarian folk dance, ukulele, music classes, local and Hungarian arts & crafts
Learning and immersing in 2-3 new Hungarian and Hawaiian historical tales every day.
Hungarian classes in Hungarian: History, Geography, Language Art
Participate in mystery of the local traditional life, get to know the mystery of the Szaffi's life in Hungary.
Children will be assigned into small teams based on age. Each team will have a team lead who will be leading the kids every day. There will be a separate girls and boys' cabins and a team lead or an adult will be assigned to be responsible for the kids overnight.
Day 1
Wednesday, November 25
4:00pm - 5:00pm - Arriving to camp, occupying cabins and parents setting up tents, occupying rooms.
4:00pm - 5:00pm Teams will be formed and activities will start. Team leads will be assigned.
6:00pm - Opening the CAMP and Dinner (parents are welcome).
7.00pm - Hungarian Traditional Campfire with singing
Day 2
Thursday, November 26
8:00am - Breakfast
9:00am - 12:00am - Daily program with Hungarian classes/activities/sports
12:00pm - 1:00pm - Lunch
1:00pm - 1:30 Rest (Csendes Piheno)
1:30pm - 5:00pm - Daily program with Hungarian classes/activities/sports
6:00pm - Dinner - Thanksgiving Dinner - (parents are welcome)
7:00pm - Campfire
Day 3
Friday, November 27
8:00am - Breakfast
9:00am - 12:00am - Daily program - additional program: swimming pool activities (age dependent activity)
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch
1:00pm - 1:30 Rest (Csendes Piheno)
1:30pm - 5:00pm - Daily program with Hungarian classes
6:00pm - Dinner - (parents are welcome) - Trivia - - Hawaiian Hungarian Community
7:00pm - Campfire
Day 4
Saturday, November 28
8:00am - Breakfast
9:00am - 12:00am - Daily program - additional program with hike
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch
1:00pm - 1:30 Rest (Csendes Piheno)
1:30pm - 5:00pm - Daily program with Hungarian classes
6:00pm - Dinner - Hungarian Gala - (Closing Ceremony) (parents are welcome)
7:00pm - Campfire
Day 5
Sunday, November 29
8:00am - Breakfast
9:00am - 12:00am - Daily program with Hungarian classes
12:00pm - 1:00pm Lunch
1:00pm - 1:30 Closing the Camp
5pm - 8pm - Hungarian Tanchaz - Waikiki Beach - optional
All activities are subject to change depending on availability and age.
ALL ADULT for Accommodation, please fill out the following link: https://sites.google.com/view/hawaii-magyar-diaszpora-tabor/adult-accommodation
Children over 6
$365/child
Includes:
Cabin accommodation in quad room (4 beds in one room) with bathroom.
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner + Snacks
All Classes & Activities
Extra Kamaʻāina discount - email us
Prices are for 5days/4nights
Scholarship available! Email us.
Children under 6
$85/child
Includes:
Cabin or tent accommodation (sleeping with parents)
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner + Snacks
All Classes & Activities
Prices are for 5days/4nights
Adults (Tents)
$85/adults
Includes:
Tent accommodation. You will need to bring your own tent & mattress, pillows, sheets, sleeping bags.
$60 program fee per adult + tent site per person for $85 for 4 nights.
If breakfast, lunch, and dinner requested, it is an additional fee: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Prices are for 5days/4nights
Adults (accommodations
Bed + Meal provided
Includes:
BEST VALUE - $355
Includes bed and mea(breakfast/lunch/dinner) for 4 days
You stay in the adult cabin that accommodates 16 adults. Adult cabin comes with mandatorty meal purchase pkg. The entire pkg includes your bed + bed/breakfast/lunch/dinner for your entire stay for 5 days- 4 nights. You have all meals provided.
Link: https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000007728/PhotoAlbum/rotary-village-at-ymca-camp-erdman/p4.jpg
Yurt
Yurt rentals accommodate up to six people, and pets are welcome. Each yurt comes with:
Lanai and outdoor dining area for 6
Grill
Fridge
Microwave
2 sets of bunk beds and bedding with a twin bed on top and double bed on the bottom
Kitchen utensils and dishware
Private outdoor shower and restroom
Rate: $50/person/night/bed
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Makai Cabin Room
Air conditioning
Mini fridge
Microwave
One full-size bed and two separate bunk beds
Bathroom with shower within the cabin that has heated water
The cabin has 2 rooms without doors , the rooms are divided by a hallway
Rate: $125/night/1 bedroom for 2 people
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Makai Cabin Room
Air conditioning
Mini fridge
Microwave
One full-size bed and two separate bunk beds
Bathroom with shower within the cabin that has heated water
The cabin has 2 rooms without doors , the rooms are divided by a hallway
Rate: $125/night/1 bedroom for 2 people
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Hale
Two bedrooms – one with a queen bed, the other with a twin-over-full bunk bed
Full-size kitchen amenities – including a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and private grill
A private bath
Air conditioning
The cabin has 2 rooms with doors , the rooms are divided by a hallway
Rate: $160/night/1 bedroom for 2 people
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Yurt
Yurt rentals accommodate up to six people, and pets are welcome. Each yurt comes with:
Lanai and outdoor dining area for 6
Grill
Fridge
Microwave
2 sets of bunk beds and bedding with a twin bed on top and double bed on the bottom
Kitchen utensils and dishware
Private outdoor shower and restroom
Rate: $50/person/night/bed
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Makai Cabin Room
Air conditioning
Mini fridge
Microwave
One full-size bed and two separate bunk beds
Bathroom with shower within the cabin that has heated water
The cabin has 2 rooms without doors , the rooms are divided by a hallway
Rate: $125/night/1 bedroom for 2 people
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Makai Cabin Room
Air conditioning
Mini fridge
Microwave
One full-size bed and two separate bunk beds
Bathroom with shower within the cabin that has heated water
The cabin has 2 rooms without doors , the rooms are divided by a hallway
Rate: $125/night/1 bedroom for 2 people
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Hale
Two bedrooms – one with a queen bed, the other with a twin-over-full bunk bed
Full-size kitchen amenities – including a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and private grill
A private bath
Air conditioning
The cabin has 2 rooms with doors , the rooms are divided by a hallway
Rate: $160/night/1 bedroom for 2 people
Check pictures: https://www.expedia.com/Waialua-Hotels-YMCA-Camp-Erdman.h90825154.Hotel-Information?pwaThumbnailDialog=thumbnail-gallery
Add meal to your stay: $15/breakfast, $16/lunch, $18 dinner daily or select your meal preference (example: only one breakfast).
Day Pass
$60/child or adult pass for a day
Includes:
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner + Snacks
All Classes & Activities
No Accommodation
Extra Kamaʻāina discount - email us
Prices are for 5days
Our camp site
Activities
Camp Fire Everyday
Parents Activities
PARENTS' DAILY ACTIVITIES - SUGGESTIONS
Our camp is close to Waialua and Haleiwa towns on the North Shore of Oahu.
SCHEDULED Parent GROUP ACTIVITIES
Adult Folk Dance and Singing with Attila - daily
Self Defense with Reka
Ukulele learning with Attila - daily
Hawaii - Art/ Painting classes
Jewalry making classes
Hikes
Hungarian Embroidery
Hungarian Weaving
All activities are subject to change depending on availability and age.
SUGGESTIONS
Day 1 - Arriving
Day 2 - Visit North Shore Attractions - THANKSGIVING DAY - many attractions are closed
Observe the sea turtles at Laniakea Beach
Observe the sea turtles at Laniakea Beach
Plumeria Farm - https://littleplumeriafarms.com/
Taro Farm - https://www.nameakupono.org/
Snorkeling at Shark’s Cove: one of the best snorkeling spots on the North Shore
Snorkeling at Shark’s Cove: one of the best snorkeling spots on the North Shore
Hike to Ka’ena Point sunset hike. You might see whales, monk seals, albatross.
Hike to Ka’ena Point sunset hike. You might see whales, monk seals, albatross.
Hike the Ehukai Pillbox trail: the Ehukai Pillbox Hike, also called Sunset Pillbox Hike, is a 2.3-mile moderate trail that takes you to two World War II-era pillboxes.
Hike the Ehukai Pillbox trail: the Ehukai Pillbox Hike, also called Sunset Pillbox Hike, is a 2.3-mile moderate trail that takes you to two World War II-era pillboxes.
Food suggestion:
Sunrise: https://www.sunriseshackhawaii.com
Haleiwa Bowls is the best for acai bowls.
Haleiwa Bowls is the best for acai bowls.
Day 3 - Visit North Shore and Windward side attractions
Dole Plantation: Admission to the Dole Plantation grounds is free. Any additional activities pricing is available at: https://www.doleplantation.com OR
Waimea Falls Visit: Swim in a waterfall. Admission is about $16 minimum for group of 10 people or single adult ticket for $25.
Polynesian Center: One of the best experiences to learn about the Polynesian culture. Adult tickets: 119.95, Child (4-11): $95.96 Advance booking required. Join their evening Hawaii show or the Dinner Luau entertainment. OR
Kualoa Ranch - Hollywood Movie Sites Tour: Advance booking required.https://www.kahua-ranch.com
Day 4 - Visit the Windward Side or Honolulu/ Waikiki
Windward
Poi Factory - https://www.waiaholepoifactory.com/contact-1
Lanikai Beach: start your day early and visit Lanikai beach for an amazing sunrise
Book a trip to the Sand Bar: https://www.hawaiiactivities.com/en/hawaii/oahu/ctg/165886:kaneohe_bay_sandbar/
Visit the beautiful Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden: https://www.honolulu.gov/parks/hbg/honolulu-botanical-gardens/182-site-dpr-cat/569-ho-omaluhia-botanical-garden.html
Visit the Valley of Temples: https://byodo-in.com
Ukulele Factory: https://www.kanileaukulele.com/tour/
Honolulu / Waikiki
Visit DIAMOND HEAD: https://loveoahu.org/sights-and-destinations/diamond-head/
Visit Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial: free entrace but tickets for USS Arizona: https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g60982-d16862203-Pearl_Harbor_USS_Arizona_Memorial-Honolulu_Oahu_Hawaii.html
Take a SURF lesson in Waikiki: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Products-g29222-t20246-zfg12024-a_contentId.129411773750+14159750784-Oahu_Hawaii.html
Visit Iolani Palace (The Royal Hawaiian Palace) and Missionaries' houses: https://www.iolanipalace.org/visit/
Visit the world famous BISHOP Museum: https://www.bishopmuseum.org/explore-hawaii/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bshp-postcovid&utm_content=search-avatarmix-hinei&utm_term=maxconv-evrgrn&gclid=CjwKCAjwg5uZBhATEiwAhhRLHltjd8Sy6PU-sHkszPB-e2yC_xRwCmEy68dfyMHhiMZx6jIkYIrJTxoCkJ4QAvD_BwE
Day 5 - Short Day
Dare yourself and SWIM with the SHARKS or visit Haleiwa town's surf museum. :) https://gowanderly.com/things-to-do-north-shore-oahu/
If you survived this day, come back by 12pm to pack and pick up your children by 2pm.
Please parents, let us know if you have any special talents that you would like to share with the camp. (example: wood workshop, rovas iras, yoga, dance etc.)
Share your talent!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16eZ8UOsdtQZnPDQI1-39P2h0oiHsnNZaeyl0JQorDt4/edit?usp=sharing
Adult Food Schedule and Signup
Wed., 11/22 Dinner: 6:00 PM
Thu., 11/23 Breakfast: 8:00 AM, Lunch: 12:00 PM, Dinner: 6:00 PM
Fri., 11/24 Breakfast: 8:00 AM, Lunch: 12:00 PM, Dinner: 6:00 PM
Sat., 11/25 Breakfast: 8:00 AM, Lunch: 12:00 PM, Dinner: 6:00 PM
Sun., 11/26 Breakfast: 8:00 AM
Meal prices for adults:($14/breakfast, $15/lunch, $17dinner daily). Childern staying in cabin: meal is included in the camp fee.
Sign up sheet for meal for adults:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUfQUF4CHuFK86MUH-h5itZD679fhNDS2lvryYaXMi7mihZw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Need Parents' Help
Need Parents' Help
The camp completly depends on parent participation! We always need new volunteers.
Sign up sheet: snacks, talent,
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FUUymbrUHU0I2UX33EzV_oAPc-ZBTSqYj8Xa5zwAP8o/edit?gid=0#gid=0
Sign up sheet for meal for adults - check your last year request and modify: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEkWo4vyJsYmj3XQeaQh9ZN3nJAkFGqG8_Jt1dfrW5ehH6pQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=112782312611743292538
LOCATION
Camp Mokule’ia! is a christian camp, family/group/school destination located on the beautiful North Shore of O'ahu, Hawai'i since 1947. Some of the history: https://www.campmokuleia.org/
Camp Mokule’ia! is a christian camp, family/group/school destination located on the beautiful North Shore of O'ahu, Hawai'i since 1947. Some of the history: https://www.campmokuleia.org/
What to bring?
Basic camping gear: flashlight, warmer clothes, blanket or sleeping back, backpack, hiking or sports shoes, your own shampoo and soap, toiletries, mosquito repellent.
Parents: Depends on the accommadation: Bring your own tent, mattress, bed sheets, sleeping bags, and pillow or let us know if you need one.
Beach wear, sunscreens, hat, and 2 towels (1 beach and 1 bathroom).
Daily clothes, sandals, sport shoes, slippers, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, water bottle, little backpack.
Prepare for rainy weather: rain boots, rain jackets, umbrella
Water bottle
Hungarian folk blouse/shirt (black, white, red, white, green) or Camp shirt or white shirt.
Do you have a ukelele (local libraray), bring it, we will have ukelele workshop
See some location pictures.
Registration & Payments
Registration & Payments
Ha meg nem toltottek ki:
Interest Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9UvQvX6zW43HKt5ZBl_7FB3ywGykNlnyhUQ15pP2acaIIDw/viewform
After registration, you will receive an invoice with terms & conditions documents and instructions on how to make payments.
Registration
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKOxUNX3JfyX0DfpkzgoMjHC9p2Iq7LoJVLZokPDf2F0i9hQ/viewform
Parent Meal
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEkWo4vyJsYmj3XQeaQh9ZN3nJAkFGqG8_Jt1dfrW5ehH6pQ/viewform
Parent Volunteering
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FUUymbrUHU0I2UX33EzV_oAPc-ZBTSqYj8Xa5zwAP8o/edit?usp=sharing
SNACK
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FUUymbrUHU0I2UX33EzV_oAPc-ZBTSqYj8Xa5zwAP8o/edit?usp=sharing
T-Shirt - Camp
MEDIA POLICY - NO Electronics in the camp (no phone, ipad, laptop or any other electronic devices)
Extra Kamaʻāina discount - email us at agnes.torteli@gmail.com
REGISTRATION CLOSES ON NOVEMER 15th, 2024.
Contact us with any questions: hawaiihungarianschool@gmail.com
Transportation
Transportation
CAMP LOCATION
Camp Mokulēʻia,
68-729 Farrington Hwy,
Waialua, HI 96791-8333
We can pick up limited number of people from the airport. If you rent a car and have still space in your car, please help fellow travelers and share your arrival and departure date.
Family Ride Share sign up
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FUUymbrUHU0I2UX33EzV_oAPc-ZBTSqYj8Xa5zwAP8o/edit?gid=106446593#gid=106446593
BUS
About $9 and takes 3hrs to get to Mokulēia where we can pick you up.
Use transportation planner
https://www.rome2rio.com/map/Honolulu-Airport-HNL/Mokul%C4%93ia#r/Line-20-bus-bus-line-521-bus
or Google map
Bus Pass
https://www.facebook.com/messenger_media/?thread_id=100005860333745&attachment_id=500524401782096&message_id=mid.%24cAABa9EeA_wmKQqAuzGEEVrdfGSgU
Lyft and Uber are available
Weather
Weather
The average temperature in November for a typical day ranges from a high of 79°F (26°C) and a low of 75°F (24°C). Some would describe it as pleasantly warm and breezy.
MEET THE TEAM
Agnes Torteli
Parent Volunteers
Egyedi Attila es Bea Balogh
(Dance Directors)
Clara Lang
(cserkesz vezeto)
Szarnyasi Reka
(Camp Nurse)
Zsuzsanna Boros
(Textile Artist)
Samu Tahy
(cserkesz leader)
Etelka, Csaba, Zsofia, es Domonkos, Keszei
TEACHERS
Elonora, Ágota, és Ági
CAMP NURSE
CAMP NURSE
Szarnyasi Reka
Closest Urgent Care:
Urgent Care Center (DDHC)
Urgent Care Center (DDHC)
684 Waianae Ave BLDG H, Schofield Barracks, HI 96857
2024 Pictures
2022 - 2023 Camp Pictures
2022 - 2023 Camp Pictures
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