<p>An essential handbook for camp counselors, this book covers the critical issues counselors need to know when dealing with groups of campers. Topics include responsibilities as a role model, tips to survive the stress of supervising campers for the first time, characteristics and program considerations for specific age groups, and suggestions for reinforcing positive behavior as well as handling inappropriate behavior among campers. This book also serves as a discussion starter for counselor training, with information on camper behavior, age characteristics, and group development stages.</p>

Camp Is for the Camper: A Counselor's Guide to Youth Development

Business & Money

Coutellier, Connie

Henchey, Kathleen

Industries

Amer Camp Assn

This camp management manual covers the specialized proficiencies needed to run a successful day camp, including business and marketing expertise, knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety procedures, and interpersonal and leadership skills. The planning stages of selecting a site, defining and understanding the needs of targeted campers, and raising support and funds from the community are outlined with emphasis on building a program based on solid youth development principles. Information is provided on the essentials of licensing, staff and program assessment, and budget decisions as well as the relational aspects of staff recruitment and camp community.

Day Camps from Day One: A Hands-On Guide for Day Camp Administration

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Camp Is for the Camper: A Counselor's Guide to Youth Development

Day Camps from Day One: A Hands-On Guide for Day Camp Administration