Spice Up Programming
Editor's Note: We invited readers to submit their most creative programming ideas to find out what keeps their camp ticking. After the submissions came pouring in, we knew we had several gems to
Get Up And Get Moving
Kids come to camp looking for excitement and adventure. There’s no better way to pique their interest than to get their bodies moving.
Top Programming Ideas--2014
ActivitiesBubbly Water Slide We make a ‘water slide’ for the July Fourth weekend … kids love it! The water comes right from the well so it’s freezing cold, but even so, the kids just love it and line
Top Programming Ideas--A Fresh Start
Every year, we ask readers to share their most popular programming ideas. From giant water slides to crafty camp poems, the opportunities to entertain campers are endless. If you’re tired
A New Year
Each year, we scour the industry looking for inventive, new programming ideas to share with readers. The best part is that these ideas are contributed by other camp directors, so they’ve already been tried and stamped with camper approval.
Top Programming Ideas 2017
Every year, we invite readers to share their favorite programming ideas. While some involve arts and crafts and other involve the entire camp, we guarantee that all of them involve fun.
Top Programming Ideas 2020
Let’s face it—it’s not easy coming up with new programming ideas year after year. But if you’re getting sick of the same old games and activities—so are your staff members. And even worse—your campers might
25 Programming Ideas for 2002
Initiating new programming each year can be as simple as looking and listening. Take copious notes about what campers, parents, staff and peers are saying and you've made an important first step.
Top Programming Ideas 2003
Good ideas don't come easily. After all, inspiration is 99 percent perspiration. Ask any camp director and they'll tell you that a good portion of that perspiration comes from trial-and-error.
Top Programming Ideas 2004
Each camp year brings with it the usual struggle to not only maintain quality programming, but to tweak and revitalize it year after year.
Top Programming Ideas 2005
From the sublime to the subtle, it's all here this year in our annual Programming Ideas feature. We had more than we could print this year, so we'll keep publishing ideas throughout the year.
Top Programming Ideas 2006
It's hard to believe it's already 2006… but it is. And what better time to regroup and plan next year's programs. Whether it's an involved program, or one that's a simple icebreaker, our hope is that you'll glean
Top Programming Ideas
No matter whether you operate a day camp or an overnight camp—there is always a need for fresh programming ideas. Every year, we scour the industry looking for the latest and greatest tips and
Top Programming Ideas
The possibilities are endless—but what makes your campers shout for more or ask to play “that game” one more time? We surveyed our readers and here’s what they told us makes their