National EPIC Virtual Conversations

October 14: Speaker Kelly Schuna

Summer's Over — Now What? 

Yay! You did it! Another summer in the books. After the dust has settled and you’re ready to think about next summer (or maybe you’re not ready to think about next season yet, but you know you should be doing just that), we can often be stuck thinking, “Where do I start?” Taking time for reflection can be a key first step. Reflection fosters self-awareness and can help us identify our strengths and also areas for growth. It encourages vulnerability (where are my Brene Brown lovers at?) and can lead to deeper connections with our staff and camp teams. We’re going to spend some time reflecting on what was a win for you this summer, what was a challenge, and how you have or will rejuvenate yourself this fall. We’ll work to identify areas of growth and how we can use staff evaluations, camper evaluations, team debriefs, and other tools to help us do just that.

Upcoming EPIC Virtual Conversations

Coffee & Chats

Grab your favorite beverage and join us for an EPIC Coffee Chat! These are casual, peer-led conversations about topics that matter most to us, whether it's seasonal staff dynamics, career growth, camp culture, or what's next after summer. This is a space to share ideas, ask questions, and connect with others navigating similar paths in the camp world. Free and open to all emerging camp professionals.

• Tuesday, November 11, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST — Off-Season Communication Register now

Off-Season Communication: how to engage campers, staff, and alumni! We will discuss timing, adding a personal touch, share resources and ideas to keep your community connected year-round.

• Tuesday, January 13, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST — Camper Registration, Retention, Recruitment Register now
• Tuesday, March 10, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST — Programming Development Register now
• Tuesday, May 12, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST — Summer Send-Off Register now

EPIC Speaker Series

Join EPIC each month for a one-hour virtual session featuring a subject matter expert in the camp world. These conversations are designed to spark ideas, deepen your knowledge, and give you practical tools to grow as an emerging camp professional. From staff leadership to program innovation, equity to operations, topics vary each month, but the focus stays the same: helping you level up in your camp career. Free and open to all emerging camp professionals.

• Tuesday, October 14, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST - Register now
• Tuesday, December 9, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST – Speaker TBA Register now
• Tuesday, April 21, 2:00–3:00 p.m. EST – Speaker TBA Register now

What Is EPIC? 

EPIC provides education, social networking opportunities, and events for emerging professionals in the camp industry. EPIC is for you, whether you're transitioning from seasonal to year-round roles, taking on your first leadership position, or launching your camp career. There are no official EPIC membership requirements; anyone is welcome if the topic and conversations speak to you and can help you on your path to learning! Learn more about EPIC

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