Staff say campers aren't listening. Campers don't like how staff talk to them. The gap between them may be only about 10 years, but it spans two generations shaped by [...]

Traditionally, the culminating end-of-summer "Color War" kicks off with "a bang"—an exciting, surprise event designed to start the week of activities. Creating and pulling off a successful Breakout is no [...]

Too often, camp crafts and activities end up as "one-and-done" projects-something kids make, leave behind, or toss away. The W.I.S.E. (Wearable, Interactive/Physical, Skill, Elevated) Method offers a fresh framework to [...]

This session will equip camp leaders with effective strategies for training staff to foster a safe, positive environment free from “hot topic” discussions such as politics, social media, religion, and [...]

Orientation sets the tone for the whole summer—but when it's crammed into a few exhausting days, staff forget more than they retain. That's an executive functioning issue: too much information, [...]

Many people begin their camp journey thinking it's just a summer job, but it can become so much more. In this session, Nelson Strickland explores how to turn seasonal staff [...]

Families don't just choose a camp, they choose a story they believe in. When every brochure promises fun and friendship, what sets your camp apart is how clearly you communicate [...]

This session will dive into insurance data and themes from 2025, including claims, incidents, and close calls, as well as common risk management questions. Case studies will be shared and [...]

Out-of-school programs can lead the way on inclusion by creating spaces where all youth feel seen, safe, and supported. This session offers practical tools to build affirming programs for LGBTQ+ [...]

Is your camper picky? Does the food just stink? Or is it possible that something more serious is going on? Atypical eating behaviors at camp are often a concern for [...]

Dive into a unique training experience that combines problem-solving with lifesaving skills! The Aquatic In-Service Escape Room Challenge emphasizes teamwork, quick thinking, and critical decision-making as you overcome obstacles and [...]

Join Justin Pritikin (Liberty Lake Day Camp, NJ) and Andy Shlensky (North Star Camp for Boys, WI), for an engaging conversation on what's working, and what's changing, in modern camp [...]