Camp Administration 101: Stay Fresh
Part 1 of this series provided 20 points that will help in successfully coordinating any activity with a focus on planning, having fun, and keeping kids engaged. Part 2 outlines more ideas to make activities even better. Creating an upbeat, positive atmosphere always improves activities.
Camp Administration 101: Keep It Fresh
Engaging in fun and creative activities is why participants attend camp and keep coming back. It is important for coordinators to thoroughly plan out activities, train staff members, and put the effort needed into activities to make them successful.
Make Programming Sing
The Music Settlement (formerly known as The Cleveland Music School Settlement) was founded in 1912 by Almeda Adams—a musician who, despite being blind, did not let her disability deter her from bringing quality music education to the community. She encouraged students of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels to connect through music, regardless of their ability to pay.
101 Fun Things To Do
There are plenty of activities that lend themselves to real-world, in-person gatherings and events while maintaining appropriate physical distance. I’m sure if you put your mind to it, you can probably create a similar list of possibilities, just from the many activities you already know.
Book 'Em, Danno
Naturally your camp is on the cutting edge as far as safety, staff training and child psychology. But are you on the cutting edge of the latest craft phenomena?
Perpetual Motion
Camp owners are always looking to add value to the camp experience. Camps that have added value can easily attract new campers. If the added value is truly delivered, the dividends are usually great pride and
Strength in Diversity
Like a river, River Way Ranch Camp has run its course here and there over varying terrain. The camp, like most rivers, does not meander aimlessly, but with purpose.
Conceptual Steps
Often, new camp leaders, either counselors or unit leaders, are discouraged when the go to their supervisor for approval of an activity, and they feel "unsupported" when the supervisor has a slew of
High Adventure
Are hiking, camping and wilderness activities worth the investment for a camp business owner? When you consider all the moves it takes to build a high-quality activity for your campers and the risk that needs to
Riding the Wind
It's almost a cliché to quote Bob Dylan's song, Blowin' in the Wind. In fact, it is a cliché. But so what? The answer -- at least one of the answers for your waterfront program -- could really be Blowin' in the Wind.
The Nature of Fun
We've all heard the shocking statistics about the rise in childhood obesity caused by inactivity and too many snacks. Communing with nature is an ideal way to get kids moving instead of staring at a video screen.
Craft Potpourri
Spend any time around kids at camp and you'll notice some… well… smells. There's the smell of pancakes in the morning and smoke around the campfire. Let's not forget the smell of a camper's suitcase where he
All That Glitters
Why make art projects with ordinary construction paper when you can use neon paper and lots of sparkly stickers? Put on your sunglasses and watch campers shine with creativity using these bright-colored supplies.
Oh So Fine…
During the summer of 2005, the Boone County Parks Department office in Burlington, Kentucky received a strange call.
Audible Cues
Goalball and Beep Baseball are popular competitive sports for those who are blind or visually impaired. There are local, state, national and international leagues associated with both games. There is even a
Tissue Paper Crafts
Looking for an inexpensive medium for a wide variety of craft projects? Bring out the tissue paper! These sheets of thin paper come in a variety of colors and designs. The paper cuts easily and glues quickly. Best
Ideas for Interactive Play
According to my mentor, Ron Kinneman, creativity is the habit of taking two existing ideas and banging them together. He says the secret to getting ideas banging together is to first have a bunch of “borrowed”
The Basics Of Trip Leadership: Reflections of a Long Distance Hiker
I like to think of myself as a long distance hiker. Sure, I enjoy taking day hikes, especially as there’s usually a hot shower and a great meal waiting at the end. But, perhaps the core of my hiking/backpacking
Camp Songwriting 101
So, you want to write a fun, exciting, catchy and cool camp song eh! Well, you’ve picked the right article. Welcome to camp songwriting 101. My name is Professor Jason Taylor and I will be your host today for this