The Summer Camp Society Blog

Less Rules More Inclusion

...And I Swear.... What Constitutes a Bad Word at Camp

5 Simple Ways to Step Up Your Music Game This Summer

Planning Staff Training is Hard

Breakout Activities at Camp

Better Bedtimes: How Being a Parent Changed Our Nights at Camp

Introducing: Our Faculty!
This post introduces the new faculty members of The Summer Camp Society, showcasing their diverse backgrounds and expertise in camp leadership, education, and innovation. It highlights how each faculty member brings unique skills to support the growth and development of camp professionals through coaching, mentorship, and thought leadership.

Introducing: Paige & Allison!

THE PAST 12 MONTHS

Are We Thinking Too Small About How to Recruit More and Different Staff for Camp?

The Big Emotions About Camp Food

TSCS's Recommendations for Tri-State 2022
This blog post provides a handpicked selection of sessions at the 2022 ACA Tri-State conference, covering key topics such as leadership, mental health, and inclusivity. The recommendations are aimed at camp professionals looking to improve their camp experience and build stronger communities.

Level Up Your Facilitation Game

Camp Magic: A Short Story

The Hidden Curriculum: Origins of The Summer Camp Society's Favorite Buzzwords

Inclusion at Summer Camp: The Whats, The Whys, and Sweet Potato Pie

5 Keys to Being a Great Camp Counselor

5 Rules for Running Great Meetings at Camp

Thinking About Thunderdome - Rainy Days

Equity and Identity Off-Season Road Map
As we spend our September resting, and reflecting- we need to be keenly focused on how
we will spend the rest of our planning season creating positive spaces for campers of all backgrounds so
that they have equitable and safe access to the life changing benefit that camps have and will continue
to deliver.