Camping Magazine

As spring begins to unfold, I know that for many of you this is one of the most intense and consequential times of the year. While the world around us may still be shaking off...

Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) are required of all employers by federal law. No types of businesses are exempt. So, every camp — no matter its type, size, or location — must create...

At every camp, there’s a moment when a counselor steps forward, not because they have to, but because they want to. They notice a camper struggling, take initiative to help, and...

According to the News Literacy Project (2025), 82 percent of teens struggle to differentiate news from advertisements, opinions, and entertainment. Thirty-five percent say they...

“We are what we repeatedly do . . . therefore excellence is not an act, but a habit.” – Will Durant, paraphrasing Aristotle Every camp director wrestles with the same essential...

Too often, strategic efforts are disconnected from the day-to-day work of the organization. A strategic plan should inform, shape, and guide how your team shows up every day and...

On the last day of camp, a shy 10-year-old who had barely spoken during the first week stood before 200 people and sang a solo at the closing campfire. Her voice was clear...

“And all of those who see me, all who believe in me Share in the freedom I feel when I fly” –John Denver Flocks of birds have some amazing attributes. They often fly in coordinated...

Firework Painting Materials: paint, straw, black paper Directions: Put a few drops of paint on each child’s paper. Discuss straw safety with children — they should take the straw...

For most summer camps, preparation for the season begins long before prospective campers begin enrolling. If you’re responsible for staffing and training, you understand the...