Camp operations often repeat the same routines year after year, even when they no longer reflect how parents and staff want to engage. Like old-school baseball, they can feel rigid [...]

More staff than ever are arriving at camp feeling misled about what the job truly entails. Some leave early in the season, or never show up at all, because what [...]

Parent engagement is evolving rapidly, driven by shifts in technology, communication, mental health awareness, and rising expectations. As we look to the future (which is actually today!), camps must adapt [...]

Team building and sustainability go hand-in-hand. This session introduces Green Team Building, an experiential approach that uses hands-on activities to connect collaboration, leadership, and environmental stewardship. Participants will explore how [...]

It is widely recognized that there is no such thing as a "bad child," only challenging behaviors that often signal deeper needs, struggles, or unspoken emotions. This workshop will invite [...]

The heat index and thunderstorms are just two severe weather elements that can alter your best outdoor active game plans~~, because it's either too hot to play or it's raining~~. [...]

Camp staff equate happiness with healthiness and look to their camp leadership to provide both. This session will focus on the needs of staff to protect and strengthen their mental [...]

Managing camper (mis)behavior is a common challenge for staff, and it can make or break the camp experience for everyone. When staff feel unsure or ill-equipped, small issues can escalate [...]

In this class, Teambuilding Guru Dr. Jim Cain shares dozens of tips and tools to help you become a better facilitator. Taken from more than 50 years of working and [...]

This will be a conversational and engaging session about camp employment law and HR issues. As camp operators, we serve as the heads of HR for our organizations. Considering that [...]

Struggling to get your staff on board with inclusion? A key principle for successful disability inclusion is organizational commitment—every position on your camp team should play a role in ensuring [...]

From safety protocols to camper care, there is a lot to get through during your staff training week! But this is also your staff members' first experience with your camp, [...]