The CampWire podcast features episodes of in-depth conversations with camp and youth development experts.
Episodes
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Camp can happen anywhere! Join us for a conversation with Mikey Latner of Project:Camp to learn about the role of camp in times of crisis, bringing fun and a sense of normalcy after disaster strikes, and the positive, lasting impact that happens when communities come together.
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Monday Dec 19, 2022
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Let’s take a moment to discuss mental, social, and emotional health (MESH). The last few years have taken a toll on the well-being of our campers and staff. As we look to summer 2023, join us for a conversation around strategies and resources to support the well-being and mental health of everyone in our camp communities. Thank you to Alli Faricy of Camp Foley, Dave Brown of Mountain Camp, and Cori Miller of Camp Harlam for sharing thoughts, experiences, and insights on this topic, along with the work created by those involved with the H.E. Butt grant. Serviced through the American Camp Association (ACA), this grant helps develop resources and camper well-being and mental health.
Special thanks to our sponsor:
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Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
Wednesday Nov 30, 2022
What does it mean to "go green"? And how can we implement "green behavior" at our camps? Danny Sudman, Director and Founder of Green Camps, joins us for an inspiring conversation on creating an environmentally-friendly culture at camp, along with empowering - yet practical - ways to make your camp a little greener.
Special thanks to our sponsor:
Show Notes:
- Green Camps
- Green Camps Facebook Page
- Green Camp Needs Assessment, Camping Magazine
- Influencing Green Behavior at Your Camp, Camping Magazine
- Going Green at Camp, Camping Magazine
The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Monday Oct 31, 2022
In preparation for Veterans Day, we are honored and excited to chat with Christy Brown and Becca Garrison of the National Military Family Association all about Operation Purple Camps. Tune in to learn about their efforts to provide summer camp experiences for military kids and families, as well as how you and your camp can get involved!
Thank you to our sponsor, ACTIVE Network.
Show notes:
Follow ACA @acacamps!
The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Have you registered for the 2022 ACA Virtual Staffing Summit? It's not too late! Join John Beitner, Kim Aycock, and David Schiff to learn all about this year's three-day event. The 2022 Staffing Summit will feature critical learning, speaker panels, roundtables and engaging sessions.
Click here to learn more and register!
Send questions to John Beitner: jbeitner@acacamps.org
The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.
Friday Sep 30, 2022
Friday Sep 30, 2022
Anthony Kane joins the CampWire Podcast to discuss diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging! Click here to read his article in the latest issue of Camping Magazine: Instilling a Sense of Belonging from Day One.
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Additional show notes:
- Send Anthony an email
- Follow Anthony on Twitter @Tone_1024
The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.
Wednesday Aug 31, 2022
Wednesday Aug 31, 2022
Join us for an adventure-filled conversation! Stacey Morgan, wife of NASA astronaut Drew Morgan, is the author of The Astronaut's Wife: How Launching My Husband Into Outer Space Changed the Way I Live on Earth, a true story about making the most of your one incredible life.
Show notes:
- Order your copy of The Astronaut's Wife book
- Stacey's website
- Follow Stacey on Instagram
- Follow ACA on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok!
The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Are you interested in becoming an ACA volunteer? Do you already serve ACA by sharing your time and talents? Join this in-depth conversation with Michele Branconier, ACA's Senior Director for Volunteerism, to learn all about volunteer opportunities and roles, the benefits of volunteering, and more!
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Friday Apr 29, 2022
Friday Apr 29, 2022
Ju'Riese Colón, CEO of the U.S. Center for SafeSport and a member of the ACA Board of Directors, joins us for a conversation on abuse prevention, education, and accountability within youth programs.
Special thanks to our sponsor:
Show notes:
- U.S. Center for SafeSport
- National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)
- Boys & Girls Clubs of America
The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Brandon Reiter of Skyview CFO & Bookkeeping Services joins us to discuss financial strategies for summer camps. How can you optimize your camp's stream of income? How can you think creatively about revenue sources? How can you use your resources effectively to care for your campus, as well as your staff, campers, and families? Listen for tips, insights, and more!
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The views and opinions expressed on CampWire by contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Camp Association or ACA employees.