The Summer Camp Society Blog
Things I Screwed Up at Camp 10 Years Ago
Redefining Rejection
Balancing Leadership and Motherhood Under the Summer Camp Sun
The 4 C's of Camping Leadership Quiz
Hiring without Bias: Why We Need to Leave “Vibes” Behind
The Baggage of Summer Camp: "Packing Light" When It Comes to Change
5 Tools From Conferences to Add to Your Training
Hiring without Bias, Part 2: Better Processes for Better Results
Peace Castles: An Emotional Regulation Metaphor
Life Skills: This Really is a Real Job
Presenting, The Facilitator Elevator: Sharing and Growing in Community
Level up your facilitation skills with the Facilitator Elevator! This game-changing tool helps camp trainers engage their teams, deliver impactful sessions, and build confidence in even the toughest training environments. Elevate your camp staff training with ease and energy.
Smartphone Scrapbook: An Easy Icebreaker for Summer Camp Staff Training
Looking for a simple yet powerful way to kick off your camp staff training? This icebreaker activity gets your team energized, laughing, and connecting within minutes. It's perfect for breaking down barriers and building the trust you need to tackle the summer ahead
4 Ways to Include Anti-Racism in Your Summer Camp Staff Training
The Three Ds: What Dog Training Has Taught Me about Being a Summer Camp Director
5 Tips for Running the Best Summer Camp Staff Training with Greg Golf
Greg Golf shares expert advice on how to make staff training more impactful, including using stories, explaining the "why" behind tasks, and adding elements of science to build better engagement
When Change Fails
Supervising Free Choice Time
Make Staff Training Easier: How Outside Trainers Make a Big Difference
Thinking about bringing in an outside trainer for your summer camp staff? Fresh eyes, new ideas, and a professional touch can elevate your team's skills and dynamics to the next level. Discover how an external expert can transform your camp culture and training outcomes
Stoplight Scheduling - Setting Camp Staff Up to Be the Most Impactful
