The power of camp is built on culture. Here’s how to build one worth protecting. What makes camp special? The answer isn’t the rope course or the lake or even the s’mores, as good as all of those are. What makes camp special is that it is a place in a kid’s life where the […]
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Getting ready for summer camp is exciting, until it’s time to pack. Suddenly parents are staring at a suitcase wondering: How many socks does a kid actually need for a week? Do they need rain gear? What if they forget something important? Packing for camp doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right plan, you […]
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Your to-do list is long. Staff to interview, supplies to purchase, and your CPR certification is out of date. Running a summer camp is a test in time management, and the preparation for summer is no different. What comes first? What has the highest priority? Every task feels important, every decision feels urgent, and the […]
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Why Parents Matter Parents are the decision-makers, logistics managers, and advocates. Parent Engagement with your summer camp is essential to feel connected. Parents who feel informed and valued are more likely to register early, refer friends, and advocate for your camp (UF/IFAS Extension). When parents feel connected, informed, and valued, they’re more likely to register […]
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Thanksgiving offers a natural pause, a moment to reflect, express appreciation, and acknowledge the people who make camp possible. Verbalizing or writing messages of gratitude is powerful. A thoughtful email, a thank-you call, or a quick message of appreciation can go a long way with staff, families, and donors. But gratitude can also be quiet […]
Gratitude in Action: Turn Thanks into Better Camp Systems Read More »
As a camp professional, you pour into others every day. Campers, staff, families—they all need you at your best. But how often do you refill your own cup? Leadership grows through intentional learning, and reading (or listening) is still one of the most accessible ways to fuel that growth. This post shares six books that […]
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The holidays are about giving experiences that matter. For families looking beyond another toy or gadget, camp represents something deeper: confidence, friendship, growth, and memories that last long after summer ends. While families are planning budgets and thinking about what will make the biggest difference in their children’s lives, you have a brief but meaningful […]
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Next summer is shaping up to be a season full of potential for your campers, your programs, and your team. The camp staff recruiting landscape has evolved. Rethink how you connect with the incredible people who bring your camp experience to life. Today’s hiring market is different, yes, but different can be exciting. Camps that […]
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Camp registration used to mean paper forms, fax machines (remember those?), and endless back-and-forth with parents. But a quarter into the 21st century, expectations have changed. Families order groceries with a tap and sign school forms with a finger on a screen. Camp registration needs to keep up. As a camp director or administrator, your […]
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Managing the daily chaos of camp administration is no easy task. You’re managing registrations, deciphering the cryptic texts from teen counselors, catering to the changing preferences of young campers, and of course, there is the annual budget meeting to make your case for a more realistic budget. What you need is a dependable assistant who […]
How camps can leverage Chatgpt: A Guide to Effective Prompting for Camp related tasks Read More »
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