Drifting Development
We knew it was coming, but it was still worrisome to see. Campers and staff in the 2022 summer struggled mightily, compared to their pre-pandemic age peers.
Combatting The Trauma Of These Times
A few years ago, camping psychologist Bob Ditter and I co-facilitated several conference workshops. Bob would share a critical element in the health-and-wellness realm of camp staff members, and I would share an activity that explored that topic.
Tragedy & Healing
At about 9 a.m. on August 4, 2004, the State of New Hampshire's Disaster Behavioral Health Coordinator received a call stating that on August 3 there had been a tragic death of a 13-year-old camper at Camp
The Next Right Thing, Part 2
Yesterday I made my weekly run to check our post office box. While emptying it, our postmaster, Patrick, passed me at a socially responsible distance.
Alexandria, Va. – The 50th anniversary of Earth Day is on April 22, but anyone can start celebrating today right in their very own backyard with tips from the TurfMutt Foundation and reap the health and de-
The Coronavirus Diary
We're informally polling people in the industry to find out how they're coping with Coronavirus, the resources they're sharing, and advice for other camps. Comments are arranged by date to track the
Finding Peace In Nature During COVID-19 Social Distancing
Inside of our homes, workplaces, schools and cars the air is thick with the moment to moment news of COVID-19. In this confinement, our minds become filled with scattered thoughts, our breaths become
Tragedy and Healing
At about 9 a.m. on August 4, 2004, the State of New Hampshire's Disaster Behavioral Health Coordinator received a call stating that on August 3 there had been a tragic death of a 13-year-old camper at Camp