The Summer Camp Society Blog
Crisis & Camp on the Move: Jacobs Camp
Insight into managing crises at a summer camp, including power outages and relocations, with a fun twist on community bonding
Fundraising Through a Good Story
Discusses how storytelling can enhance communication, fundraising, and leadership within camp communities.
Travis Allison on Overcoming Family Communication Fatigue
Tools for combating communication burnout with camp families, offering practical strategies.
Proactive MESH Strategies
Focus on mental health at camp, offering methods for staff to support campers emotionally.
Survey Says: Unpacking the Camp Burnout Survey Results, Part 2
Survey Says: Unpacking the Camp Burnout Survey Results
Delves into camp staff burnout, sharing survey results and strategies for better staffing and self-care.
New Year, New Strategies
Philosophical discussion about building community, leadership, and strategies for change in the new year.
Camp Concierge & Customer Support
Real-world ideas for enhancing family communication and customer service during and before camp.
Level Up Your Staff: LIVE Campfire Keynote with Jack & EmJ
Front of the Room: Conferences to Staff Training
Bold Moves: Brainstorming Staff & Teen Leaders
Tackles big questions about improving CIT programs and staff time-off policies.
Digital Detox for Staff
5 Tools From Conferences to Add to Your Training
Camper Clubs
Camper Clubs provide a unique way to foster year-round engagement with campers by creating small groups that focus on shared interests. This blog outlines how camp leaders can implement these clubs to build deeper connections, facilitate skill development, and offer continuous opportunities for campers to stay involved in camp life outside the summer season.
ACA Tristate 2023: TSCS Recommendations
The recommendations aim to provide camp leaders with practical tools and insights for improving camp experiences, staff management, and camper well-being. Sessions are carefully selected to address current challenges in the camping world and inspire innovative solutions.
ACA National 2023: TSCS Recommendations
A curated list of key sessions from ACA National, focusing on mental health strategies, inclusivity, and camp culture.
