July/August 2023

Written By Danielle Beattie

VOLUME 23 | ISSUE 6

Adventure Programming

Every day is an adventure at camp. Whether it’s making it all the way through the challenge course, nailing a bullseye, or surviving the triathlon, these are confidence builders that make camp so special. In this issue, we celebrate those moments—the victories, both big and small, personal and camp-wide—that make campers beam with pride. Thank you for providing the backdrop that brings out the inner warrior in everyone.

 
 
 
 
 
 

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This Month’s Articles

Featured
Challenge By Choice
Kailan Manandic
Challenge By Choice
Kailan Manandic

Everyone has had a bittersweet recollection of their adolescence. It could be a memory of piano lessons, birthday presents, orange Creamsicles, or double plays on first base; whatever it is, it carries a holistic feeling of accomplishment, joy, and belonging that grows rarer every day.

Kailan Manandic
Safe Spaces
Matt Houston
Safe Spaces
Matt Houston

When it comes to summer camps, the experience is largely defined by what happens on-site—the range of activities, the friendships, the independence. But at camps designed for LGBTQ+ youth, the impacts last long after campers return home.

Matt Houston
Dive In
Jenny Strickler
Dive In
Jenny Strickler

Ohio 4-H Sea Camp is a 5-day camp held in July at Kelley’s Island 4-H Camp in the Lake Erie Islands in Ohio. This camp is held through partnerships of Ohio State University Extension and organizations that offer aquatic education and water recreation.

Jenny Strickler
“BRAAP!”
Heather Pierce
“BRAAP!”
Heather Pierce

Summer camp is famous for campfires, silly songs, friendships, and endless activities. What about the camper who wants a little more excitement?

Heather Pierce
Making Valuable Connections
Susan Langlois
Making Valuable Connections
Susan Langlois

Cultivating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at camp is an investment that pays great dividends in meeting campers’ and staff members’ challenges, helping everyone earn a sense of accomplishment and building a community where everyone feels valued.

Susan Langlois
Challenge-Course Gear Storage
Don Stock
Challenge-Course Gear Storage
Don Stock

Challenge courses are an important part of many camp programs. And constructing, maintaining, and staffing them are a big investment.

Don Stock
Hey There, Tiger!
Dr. Chris Thurber
Hey There, Tiger!
Dr. Chris Thurber

Like all other activities at camp, the success of adventure programming hinges on a trusting relationship between adult staff members and the young participants. Without this relationship in place, most people—especially the young ones—are not willing to try new things, make mistakes, persevere, and take healthy risks.

Dr. Chris Thurber
The Power of Adventure
Rodney Auth
The Power of Adventure
Rodney Auth

I stood at the base of the wall, looking up at the handholds and wondering if climbing them was a good idea. My daughter checked my knot and carabiner and then told me to say, “Climbing.”

Rodney Auth
This-N-That
Guest User
This-N-That
Guest User

A collection of news items, product announcements and event notices designed to keep you on the cutting edge.

Guest User
Calendar
Guest User
Calendar
Guest User

Industry news you won’t want to miss. Check out what’s coming up!

Guest User
 
 
 
 

Product Review

Product Reviews
KURU ATOM Trail Footwear
KURU ATOM Trail Footwear

Experience the ultimate in hiking footwear with the ATOM Trail from KURU. Pain-relieving technology and adaptive heel cushioning provide comfort, while advanced traction and protection ensure stability. Abrasion-resistant mesh uppers offer breathable comfort and a protective toe bumper ensures a secure step. Tackle any terrain with confidence and comfort in the ATOM Trail.

https://www.kurufootwear.com

SABRE Frontiersman Bear Spray
SABRE Frontiersman Bear Spray

Whether you are an avid camper, hiker, or just someone who loves to explore the great outdoors, SABRE Frontiersman Bear Spray is a must-have for added peace of mind on your next adventure. The 9.2 oz spray combines maximum stopping power with a superior range of 35-feet, meaning you can deploy it from a safer distance to deter an aggressive bear. It travels up to 15 feet farther than other bear sprays to put more distance between you and the attacking bear.

https://www.sabrered.com/bear

Legacy Tension Fabric Buildings
Legacy Tension Fabric Buildings

Legacy Building Solutions engineers fabric buildings with a structural steel frame, allowing easy design customization to exact dimensions required for athletic facilities. Durable ExxoTec PVC cladding allows natural light to permeate the roof if desired, or a fabric liner can be applied for a finished interior look.

(877) 259-1528

www.legacybuildingsolutions.com

WanderFull HydroBeltbag
WanderFull HydroBeltbag

This nylon fanny pack can be worn crossbody or around your waist. It also has a removable pouch that can carry a water bottle or can be hidden away inside. It comes in eight different colors including popular college editions such as Crimson Tide for Alabama and Longhorns orange for UT. Be hands-free so you can snap, text and post life’s best moments in style!

https://wanderfullbrand.com

STNKY Washable Laundry Bag
STNKY Washable Laundry Bag

Avoid single-use plastic bags to separate dirty laundry. STNKY Bags are the best way to sort, store, carry, wash and dry everything from sweaty gym clothes, laundry when you travel, and just about anything else that gets dirty or sweaty. STNKY Bags lock in those germs and the smell from your gear while you go about your day. Then, when it’s laundry time, there’s no need to touch dirty stuff. Just open the bottom zipper, turn the bag inside out and the STNKY Bag becomes a wash bag. Throw it in the washer and dryer, bag and all, and you’ll be ready to go again!

https://stnky.us

 
 
 
 

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