50 Games Every Camp Counselor Should Know
Each person on a team throws a Frisbee, one at a time, to knock over all eight cones in a pyramid formation. The next person in line cannot throw until the previous Frisbee is retrieved.
COVID-19 Testing
Running a summer camp is very rewarding. That said, it’s also a worry-inducing, energy-draining, survive-each-day grind of ensuring each child is happy and healthy from the moment of arrival until the last high-five of the season.
Building A Retreat Business From The Ground Up
In 2018, my former camp director asked if I was interested in returning to work full-time for Camp Schodack, a privately owned summer camp in upstate New York, under the same family ownership for four generations. My initial excitement quickly turned to curiosity as I asked what role he wanted me to fill.
No Ordinary S’more
I never thought I would spend upwards of $10 on a single s’more. Like many camp professionals, I’m not in this industry for the money, which is a good thing because I’ve never earned that much! Instead, I try to make the most of my small paychecks by finding quality experiences, and I tend to avoid luxury items.
Camp With Purpose
“I’ve learned that you can’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.” --Maya Angelou
What Is Comfortable?
When my wife and I had saved enough money to buy a house, we didn’t have much left over to buy furniture. Fortunately, our parents chipped in to help us buy a three-piece set that included a couch, a loveseat, and a chair.