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From Summit to Valley and Back Again

Why wilderness trips remain a cornerstone of camp programming — and what makes them worth the difficulty of running them.

Three Traps Every Camp Leader Should Avoid

Three common blind spots experienced camp leaders fall into over time — and how to catch them before they take hold.

Clean Pantry Swaps: Alternatives to Ultra-Processed Foods

The surprising history behind ultra-processed foods — plus cleaner pantry swaps your camp kitchen can make today.

So You’re a Camp Director Now? Tips for the Post-Summer Transition

Practical post-summer transition tips for early-career camp directors, kicking off our new "Circle Up" column.

Creative Approaches to Evaluating Character Development at Camp

Creative, mission-grounded ways to evaluate your camp's character development program this fall.

Celebrate the Season

Another summer camp season has come to a close, and congratulations are in order. Across the country, camp professionals once again delivered safe, meaningful, and life-changing...
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Two Scorecards for a Successful Summer: What Coach Wooden’s Pyramid of Success Can Teach Camp Leaders

What UCLA coach John Wooden's Pyramid of Success can teach camp leaders about measuring a truly successful summer.
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Character Development at Camp Through a Culturally Responsive Lens

Rethinking character development at camp through a lens that honors diverse cultural traditions.
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Count to 10: Self-Care Methodology for Camp Professionals

A simple self-care method to help camp professionals recharge in a fast-paced, high-intensity job.
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How to Collaborate with Special Needs Parents While Their Kids Are at Camp

How to partner with special needs parents before and during camp to build trust and inclusion.
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