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A new show from Go Camp Pro! Camp Ahead!
Welcome to Camp Ahead: The Futurology of the Summer Camp Industry
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Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/campahead/intro-to-mental-time-travelIn this inaugural episode of the Camp Ahead podcast, Joe Richards, KJ Williams, and Jess Elfring-Roberts dive into the concept of future-proofing the summer camp industry. They discuss the importance of mental time travel, scenario planning, and preparing for larger global issues like climate change, financial instability, demographics, and migration. The hosts share their personal experiences and outline the goals for the podcast, emphasizing the need for proactive thinking to ensure the long-term success of camps.
This episode sets the stage for exploring how the camp community can adapt and thrive amidst uncertainties.
00:58 Meet the Hosts01:51 The Concept of Future Scenarios03:46 Pandemic Reflections06:43 Proactive vs. Reactive Planning30:08 Thinking Big: Managing Smaller Challenges31:10 Climate Migration and Its Impacts33:12 Demographic Shifts in Camping38:09 The Importance of Collaboration-
Episode Links:The Book: Imaginable by Jane McGonigal:https://janemcgonigal.com/2021/12/17/imaginable-how-to-see-the-future-coming-and-feel-ready-for-anything-even-things-that-seem-impossible-today/https://poe.com/UOScenarioCreatorhttps://urgentoptimists.org/-
Our Hosts:Jess Elfring-Roberts - Executive Director, Episcopal Camps & Conference Centers
Joe Richards - Executive Director, Pearce Williams Summer Camp and Retreat Facility
KJ Williams - Camp Director, Phantom Lake YMCA Camp
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The Staffing Puzzle: Day Camp Experts Share Trends and TipsIn this episode of The Day Camp Pod from Go Camp Pro, host Andy Pritikin and co-host Sam Thompson, alongside Dan Weir, Jack Schott, and Justin Pritikin, dive into the critical topic of staffing for day camps. They explore challenges, share survey data from Dan’s Summer Staffing Analysis Survey, uncover trends, and offer actionable solutions to help you succeed in recruiting and retaining camp staff. Plus, learn about the importance of an effective onboarding process and how the right strategies can make a significant difference. Whether you're facing staffing issues or looking for new ideas, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
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Survey & Webinar:Take part in the Summer Staffing Analysis Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/staffingsummer2025
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Your Hosts:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictDan Weir, Sr. Consultant - immersive1st - Day Camp CommunityJustin Pritikin, Director of Staff - Everwood Day CampJack Schott, Co-Founder - The Summer Camp Society-
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Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. CRS is serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/CamptivitiesScheduling shouldn’t be so difficult and take as much time as it does! Come check out Camptivities to learn about all of our scheduling tools, specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, get rid of the mistakes, and get back to enjoying your summer! Find out more at camptivities.comCampMinderCampminder has the most robust offerings of features out there. But more importantly, every feature works together to create a full, seamless system that helps camps run more effiSubscribe to Camp Ahead in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favourite Podcasts!
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Navigating Parenting and Camp Management Post-PandemicIn this episode of the Day Camp Pod, hosted by Andy Pritikin, Sam Thompson, Jaime Pickles, and Kelly Jones, the panel tackles the evolving challenges of parenting and camp management post-pandemic. They discuss the increasing anxieties parents face today, their heightened expectations, and how these impact their trust and communication with camp professionals. The experts share valuable insights and strategies for improving communication, balancing customer service with boundary setting, and ensuring transparency. Kelly provides exceptional tips for handling first-day jitters, while Jaime highlights the importance of a proactive, empathetic approach to parent relations. This episode is a must-listen for camp directors looking to enhance their parent engagement and provide a better camp experience amid today's challenges.
Highlights:
05:50 Parental Expectations and Camp Communication09:45 Handling Difficult Parent Situations13:32 Effective Communication Strategies16:50 Balancing Information Overload19:57 The Modern Parent's Dilemma30:09 The Pressure of Social Media on Parenting31:53 Distress Tolerance and Unrealistic Expectations40:24 Importance of Consistency and Policies45:42 Handling Difficult Conversations and Transparency49:17 Proactive Communication and Parent Orientation55:23 Investing in Parent Relations-
Your Hosts:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictJaime Pickles, Director - Everwood Day CampKelly Jones - Executive Director and Day Camp Director - Outpost Summer Camps-
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Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. Our team of Recreation Specialists is here to help you design the ultimate space. Let’s take your camp to the next level – because we’re serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/CamptivitiesScheduling shouldn’t be so difficult and take as much time as it does! Come check out Camptivities to learn about all of our scheduling tools, specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, get rid of the mistakes, and get back to enjoying your summer! Find out more at camptivities.comSubscribe to Camp Ahead in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favourite Podcasts!
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From Passion to Reality: Starting and Running a Successful Day CampIn this episode of The Day Camp Pod, hosts Andy Pritikin and Sam Thompson delve into the world of starting and running a successful day camp. Featuring guests Corey Kalman, who started a franchise of sports camps in California, and Mario Del Cueto, who launched a new day camp last summer, the episode covers everything from initial steps and marketing strategies to personalizing the camp experience and building strong community connections. The hosts also share useful tips for aspiring camp directors and emphasize the importance of following your passion and constantly improving your program.
Highlights:
04:23 Starting a Basketball Camp08:47 Expanding to After-School Programs12:15 Challenges and Strategies in Camp Management19:36 Mario's First Summer as a Camp Director25:23 Building Partnerships for Camp Success28:10 Creative Marketing Strategies29:38 Overcoming Initial Challenges31:39 Continuous Improvement and Staff Training-
Your Hosts:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictKorey Kalman, Founder & Owner - Got Game SportsMario Del Cueto, Camp Director - Mountain Camp MarinSponsors:Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who help make this Go Camp Pro podcast possible:
Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. Our team of Recreation Specialists is here to help you design the ultimate space. Let’s take your camp to the next level – because we’re serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/CamptivitiesScheduling shouldn’t be so difficult and take as much time as it does! Come check out Camptivities to learn about all of our scheduling tools, specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, get rid of the mistakes, and get back to enjoying your summer! Find out more at camptivities.comCampMinderCampminder has the most robust offerings of features out there. But more importantly, every feature works together to create a full, seamless system that helps camps run more efficiently. Visit them today at campminder.comSubscribe to Camp Ahead in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favourite Podcasts!
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Inside the Camp Ownership World: Success Stories and ChallengesJoin Andy, Sam, and Justin Pritikin as they delve into the inspiring story of Jonathan Gold, a successful operator of three large private day camps in New Jersey. In this episode, Jonathan shares his journey, the risks and challenges he took on, and the lessons learned along the way. The second half brings in Justin to discuss how the next generation of camp operators can succeed. The conversation covers everything from financial planning in the camp business to the evolving career paths for young camp professionals. Plus, get insights into the current state of the day camp industry and valuable tips for prospective camp owners and directors. Tune in for an episode full of wisdom and practical advice.
Highlights:
01:41 Meet Jonathan Gold05:29 First Steps in the Camp Industry13:06 Taking Over Meadowbrook Day Camp17:46 Acquiring Oak Crest Day Camp26:17 Expanding to Multiple Camps27:12 Reviving a Dormant Camp32:50 Financial Realities of Camp Management37:11 Entrepreneurial Drive in Camp Ownership-
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Your Hosts:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictJonathan M. Gold, MBA, PhD, Camp Owner/Director - the Arbor Group of CampsJustin Pritikin, Director of Staff - Everwood Day Camp-
Sponsors:Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who help make this Go Camp Pro podcast possible:
Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. Our team of Recreation Specialists is here to help you design the ultimate space. Let’s take your camp to the next level – because we’re serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/CamptivitiesScheduling shouldn’t be so difficult and take as much time as it does! Come check out Camptivities to learn about all of our scheduling tools, specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, get rid of the mistakes, and get back to enjoying your summer! Find out more at camptivities.comCampMinderSubscribe to Camp Ahead in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favourite Podcasts!
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Navigating the Challenges of Camp Management while Fostering Creativity and GrowthEddie Norgard is a golden example of how hard work, creativity, and purpose can propel a talented young person in the camp industry. Eddie is a super-successful YMCA professional with a creative mind, an abundance of optimism, and an interesting career, going from entry-level YMCA worker with a scouting background, to one of the young leaders in our industry in less than a decade. You’re going to love this guy
Highlights:
01:36 Meet Eddie Norgard05:44 Journey into the YMCA08:36 Innovative Camp Solutions15:03 Building Community Relationships22:49 Revamping the Counselor Experience23:49 Empowering Counselors for Success24:34 The Importance of Camp Culture25:16 Building Relationships and Loyalty29:55 Opportunities in the Camp Industry-
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Your Hosts:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictEddie Norgard, Summer Camp Professional & Executive Director - YMCALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddienorgard/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eddienorgard/Email: [email protected]-
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Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. Our team of Recreation Specialists is here to help you design the ultimate space. Let’s take your camp to the next level – because we’re serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/CamptivitiesScheduling shouldn’t be so difficult and take as much time as it does! Come check out Camptivities to learn about all of our scheduling tools, specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, get rid of the mistakes, and get back to enjoying your summer! Find out more at camptivities.comCampMinderCampminder has the most robust offerings of features out there. But more importantly, every feature works together to creSubscribe to Camp Ahead in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favourite Podcasts!
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Navigating the Day Camp Renaissance: Staffing Solutions and Innovations
Summer 24 is in the books, and our September to-do lists have turned into pumpkin spice…Time to get the Day Camp Pod back on track for another great season of best practices and unique insights - To get things going, we’re bringing back a few of our all-stars from last season to debrief the past and look a little forward into the unknown- So kick back day campers and let’s do it.
Highlights:
05:40 Summer 2024 Reflections08:34 Staffing Challenges and Solutions12:05 Scheduling and Attendance Strategies25:07 Reflecting on Staff Attendance Strategies28:24 Discussing Campers Post-Pandemic Behavior30:50 Parental Involvement and Communication34:41 Staff Training and Support Systems37:05 The Importance of Camp Community45:04 Future of Camp Leadership and Branding-
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictSam Borek, Camp Owner/Director - Woodmont Day CampJustin Pritikin, Director of Staff - Everwood Day CampGregg Licht, Director - Elmwood Day Camp-
Sponsors:Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who help make this Go Camp Pro podcast possible:
Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. Our team of Recreation Specialists is here to help you design the ultimate space. Let’s take your camp to the next level – because we’re serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/CamptivitiesScheduling shouldn’t be so difficult and take as much time as it does! Come check out Camptivities to learn about all of our scheduling tools, specifically designed for camps by camp people. Save time, get rid of the mistakes, and get back to enjoying your summer! Find out more at camptivities.comCampMinderSubscribe to Camp Ahead in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favourite Podcasts!
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The summer is upon us! Join us as we debrief the best Day Camp Pod Tid-Bits from the past eight months.Season 6 of the Day Camp Pod is winding down as we laser-focus on the daunting job before us. This episode, Sam & I debrief our ACA trip to Washington D.C. and then touch upon this season’s episodes with some important follow-ups.
We’re so fortunate to be able to speak with so many smart, awesome people, and share valuable wisdom and best practices with the day camp community - So, kick back and enjoy the pod, as we’ll touch most of this season’s episodes - which you want to then go back and re-listen to, or listen for the first time if you haven’t already. THIS, IS THE DAY CAMP POD!
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Going full-time is scary! These camp pros have some wise words to help any director find their footing.The Go Camp Pro team put together a really cool episode in which 13 top tier camp podcasters were asked for an important tip to tell any new camp director this season. Sam and Andy are both on it, it’s short and sweet, and there’s some great nuggets of knowledge. So pass on these wise word to your new full-timers, and for the jaded veterans we bet you will appreciate some of these as well. This, is the DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park District
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AMSkier Insurance - https://www.amskier.com/ Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) - https://crs4rec.com/CRS - Outdoor Playgrounds: https://crs4rec.com/product-category/facility-enhancements/playgrounds/Please review and subscribe!If you’ve gotten even one good thing from the Day Camp Pod, we would be so grateful if you left us a review and subscribed to this show in your favourite Podcast app.
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He’s back! Justin's insight is more important than ever. You won’t want to miss this one!This past Tri-State Camp Conference, our all-star podcast guest, Justin Pritikin presented to a packed room of camp professionals about working with his generation’s workforce. Younger camp pros appreciated his candor in speaking up for them, while older camp directors appreciated his insight - and even offered him jobs. For the past month he has been giving variations of this session to camp leadership teams across the northeast, and he was generous enough to record a final presentation just for us, the podcast that broke him.
I strongly encourage you to WATCH this presentation with all 296 slides on the GoCampPro YouTube Channel - because while the audio is stellar, the slides put it over the top. Stick around for the last 15 minutes of this podcast as well, as Sam and I will do a little Q & A with Justin. So, kick back and enjoy this super valuable chunk of wisdom that will absolutely help you better understand the inner workings of the Gen-Z Camp Workforce - THIS, IS THE DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Justin Pritikin, Director of Staff - Everwood Day CampAndy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictSponsors:
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Summer camps rarely meet their full potential of teen programing. Jeff Leiken is here to help us get into the teen mindset!There are very few camp consultant trainers in our industry over the past quarter century that have had the impact of Jeff Leiken. His impactful sessions at the major camp conferences, and his work with over 300 individual camps have utilized his unique insight on youth development.
Some call him the camp counselor for camp directors, and we’ve snagged him for the next 45 minutes or so to talk shop about philosophies and best practices with our teenage campers and staff. THIS… IS THE DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampJeff Leiken, President - Evolution Mentoring International
-Bonus Link: https://www.evolutionmentoring.com/
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Staff training is nearly upon us…will you be ready?Hulu’s award-winning TV show, THE BEAR teaches valuable lessons from running a restaurant, and turning your staff from good to great - that really resonate to running a summer camp. Eric Wittenberg of CamperMachine and CampStack fame gave this session with me at Tri-State last month and we’ve gotten tons of great feedback, so we thought we’d share it for those of you who missed it.
The FULL VIDEO is on the GoCampPro YouTube Channel with all of our episodes - So check it out, as it’s better with visuals - THIS, IS THE DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampEric Wittenberg, Founder - Camper Machine, The Camp Stack
-Video and audio courtesy of Chris Komjian.
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A diverse staff team is a stronger staff team.Since 2020, camps have been more and more aware of their staff’s needs - particularly their pay, schedule flexibility, and the amount of burden they carry. But meanwhile, our staff have very similar additional needs as our campers do - and while we’re super patient and accommodating with our campers, we struggle with the balance and concept of accommodating our staff.
We discuss this mental block we seem to have with Allison Krabill and Jordanna Grossinger, and it’s an excellent conversation that’s sure to make you see things a little bit differently - THIS, IS THE DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictAllison Krabill, Executive Director - The Summer Camp SocietyJordanna Grossinger, Director - Camp Robin HoodSponsors:
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Increase your staff efficiency by maximizing your staff’s abilities.In today’s world of $4000 camp counselors, camps need to do everything possible to be efficient in how we staff our summer programs. We discuss this topic and more with Thomas Coffey from Southampton Day Camp, and the one and only Matt Kaufman from Camp Ramaquois. This topic transcends all camps, especially Sam’s municipal program, where it’s all about efficiencies. So kick back and enjoy it - THIS, IS THE DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictThomas Coffey, Director - Southhampton Camp & ClubMatt Kaufman, Director - Camp RamaquoisSponsors:
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Looking to appreciate and recognize your staff better? Come listen and learn from the best in the business!One of the best parts of attending the CODA and ACA National Conference is meeting super smart day camp pros from all over the country, and I am so happy that we can share the genius of Dave Boyle and Meaghan Springer from Camp Cristina, of the Tampa YMCA.
These two are awesome, and geysers of knowledge which they are eager to share with us, especially in the realm of staff recognition and appreciation. So get your notepad out, and get comfy - THIS, IS THE DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictDave Boyle, Executive Director - YMCA Camp CristinaMeagan Springer, Operations Director - YMCA Camp CristinaSponsors:
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No one becomes a director overnight.Taking over an existing camp operation is no small feat, and today we’re joined by two seasoned, self-made camp professionals who have each had unique challenges.
It’s a great podcast for anyone looking to one day become a day camp operator, as we also explore the challenges of just getting into the camp director pipeline. Prepare yourself, people - THIS, is the DAY CAMP POD!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Borek, Owner - Woodmont Day CampGregg Licht, Director - Elmwood Day CampSponsors:
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Hiring parents as staff can be a double-edged sword…There’s no better way to get adult staff to buy into your camp and your culture than to have their kids attending camp, and drinking your kool-aid.
That said, there’s a lot of ins and outs, a lot of positives and a lot of negatives. And, it’s sort of a Day Camp thing - so let’s explore it with our guests Joe Smith, and Jay Milde. This, is the Day Camp Pod!
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Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictJoe Smith, Executive Director - Spark Day CampJay Milde, Associate Director & Director of Staffing - Breezemont Day Camp
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Working at Liberty Lake with Your Kids in Camp (PDF Download)
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Do you know what keeps your campers coming back?Getting campers through the door and keeping them there is an art form of empathy, creativity, and execution.
Today we speak with two experts in the field who have literally created a playbook that can be utilized and appreciated by day camp pros, young and old… THIS is the Day Camp Pod!
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictTravis Allison - Co-Founder & Consultant - Go Camp ProJoanna Warren Smith - Camp Consultant Sponsors:
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Blocks are good, but it’s the grout that holds everything together.At Day Camp, we spend the majority of our planning time working on our militaristic program grids of athletics, arts, swim, etc. But the day camp day ALSO includes the “in-between moments.” These can be boring wastes of time, or create exciting and memorable CAMPY opportunities that kids will remember far longer than the ball they hit, or the bracelet they wove.
Let’s ask Michael Brandwein how HE feels about this - because I’m sure he’s got some thoughts and ideas… THIS, is the Day Camp Pod!
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Webinar, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, March 26 & 27, 2024: Brandwein on Training: The Step-by-Step System for Planning & Presenting Your Best Staff Training EverWebinar, Friday, May 17, 2024: Brandwein on Super Staff SuperVision: The Quick Course on Outstanding Skills to Coach, Motivate, & Bring Out the Best in Staff
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YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictMichael Brandwein, Speaker, Trainer and Author - https://www.michaelbrandwein.com-
Books mentioned in podcast:
Skill of the Day: What Great Leaders of Young People Do & SayTraining Terrific Staff Vol. 2Super Staff SuperVisionAvailable at www.michaelbrandwein.com/store
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What’s the best way to ensure our staff keep coming back?Since the staff revolution of summer 2021, most camps have put more focus on the staff experience than ever before. If we’re being honest SOME focus, as opposed to hardly any, as most of us realize that we’ve been taking our workforce for granted. So, less stress, less burden, less responsibilities, with more pay, more support, more attention - AND STILL… It often doesn’t feel like enough.
Gen Z Justin and Millenial Jack join us today to reframe the staff experience things from their perspective, and help us better understand what’s needed in 2024 at our camps. THIS, is the Day Camp Pod!
Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictWith,Justin Pritikin, Director of Staff - Everwood Day CampJack Schott, Co-Founder - The Summer Camp Society
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