https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/developing-future-leaders-through-counselor-training-programs-investing-camps-future
Developing Future Leaders Through Counselor-In-Training Programs: Investing in a Camp's FutureAt a recent camp conference, I caught up with Jessie Emmons, executive director of YMCA Camp High Harbour at Lake Burton in Georgia. I told her about my obsession with counselor-in-training (CIT)...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/toward-understanding-adhd-developmental-delay-self-control
Toward an Understanding of ADHD: A Developmental Delay in Self-controlJosh can't keep his hands to himself when waiting in line. Seth seems to act irresponsibly. Megan never completes an arts and crafts project. These campers' behaviors may have a common link -...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/learning-disabilities-campers
Learning Disabilities in CampersHow often do you see the following examples occur in campers? Kenny, a bright ten-year-old, focuses his attention on the counselor's directions during an activity. He appears attentive, but always...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/summer-residential-camps-promoting-social-interaction-self-efficacy-among-young-adults-special
Summer Residential Camps: Promoting Social Interaction and Self-Efficacy Among Young Adults With Special NeedsSocial skills and self-efficacy are fundamental processes and necessary for individuals in everyday life. Seeking employment, living independently, making friends, and trying new activities all...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/growth-through-play
Growth through PlayAbout a year and a half ago, as I was nearing the completion of my college degree, I faced the reality of beginning my true adult life and was largely overwhelmed by the idea of it all. I surfed...
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https://www.acacamps.org/blog/3-reasons-choose-job-camp-instead-summer-internship
3 Reasons to Choose a Job at Camp Instead of a Summer InternshipSpring semester is now in full swing; so, if you are a college student, you may already be thinking about what internship position you want to secure for the summer. But instead of an internship,...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/10-rainy-day-activity-ideas
10 Rainy Day Activity IdeasThe fun doesn’t have to stop when it rains! If you’re looking for some ways to spend a rainy day at camp, try these activities out.
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/handling-campers-homesickness
Handling Campers' HomesicknessAccording to author and psychologist Michael Thompson, PhD, 97 percent of children experience at least some occasional homesick feelings at camp. Considering that statistic, you’ll probably have...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/celebrating-camp-counselors-heartbeat-summer-magic
Celebrating Camp Counselors: The Heartbeat of Summer MagicCelebrate Camp Counselor Appreciation Day on July 12.