The CampWire podcast features episodes of in-depth conversations with camp and youth development experts.
Episodes
Nov 30, 2022
Nov 30, 2022
59 min
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.
Oct 31, 2022
Oct 31, 2022
45 min
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!
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Oct 3, 2022
Oct 3, 2022
13 min
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.
Sep 30, 2022
Sep 30, 2022
45 min
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.
Aug 31, 2022
Aug 31, 2022
55 min
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.
May 31, 2022
May 31, 2022
45 min
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!
Show notes:
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Apr 29, 2022
Apr 29, 2022
52 min
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.
Mar 31, 2022
Mar 31, 2022
51 min
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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Feb 25, 2022
Feb 25, 2022
1 hr 1 min
Erik Hancock of The Kubala Washatko Architects (TKWA) joins us for a conversation on camp architecture and design, including insights on accessibility and sustainability for campuses and facilities.
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Learn more about TKWA:
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.
Jan 31, 2022
Jan 31, 2022
51 min
Singer/songwriter Brett Dennen joins us on the CampWire podcast to share his summer camp experiences; how camp influenced his career, education, and love for the outdoors; and to talk about his latest album, See the World.
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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.