Create A Camp Internet Policy
For younger members of a camp counseling staff, the World Wide Web has been an endless, virtual wonderland in which they have spent their entire childhoods. For them, computers are a fun, safe, and
Hiring Lifeguards
As the warm weather approaches, camp administrators are probably considering hiring lifeguards for summer pool and aquatic activities.
Food Allergies And Food Intolerances
For those who suffer from food allergies or intolerances, food can seem like an enemy. People struggle daily reading food labels, carefully ordering at restaurants, and double-checking everything
Laying The Groundwork
Getting ready for the summer season often means airing out short-sleeved shirts and shorts, seeing if the porch furniture needs any repairs, and hunting for the bug spray. And when you think about
Strive For Success
By the time I was 14 and had finished my first summer as a camp leader in training, I knew I wanted to be a camp director. It became one of my major life ambitions. As I worked my way from counselor
For Juniors’ Sake
First, the good news: Your youngest staff members possess a brand of exuberance, creativity, and playfulness that older employees do not. That positive energy is a tremendous asset to the camp.
Reasons To Return
Traditions and heritage at a day camp not only provide stability, but also allow campers and staff to feel connected to something greater than themselves.
Apparently, No Thinking Required
The pre-dawn darkness is supposed to be one of life’s small pleasures--a time of peace and tranquility filled with the promise of the coming day. Until recently, my pre-dawn ritual was pleasantly simp
This-N-That
Word On The WebSummer Camp Belongs On Your Resume!Chris Thurber has written an excellent article on how to write about camp jobs on your resume (“Writing Camp Jobs On A Resume,” CB Sept/Oct 2011). Thi