Category Archives: Issues

This-N-That

Posted on June 2, 2013

Programming Praise  On Rick Braschler’s “Guest Editor” column in the Jan/Feb issue:  MrEph @MrEph @campbusiness @Kanakuk Agree, agree, agree wholeheartedly with Rick Braschler’s sentiment—we must keep the “camp” in camp! ——————                      ——————               —————— I just read the Jan/Feb issue cover … Continue reading →

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This-N-That

Posted on May 7, 2013

Field Notes As Gold Medal continues to grow, the company recently purchased a 42,000-square-foot building across the street from its current headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio; the new building will be used for manufacturing and storage space. The “all-in-one” Advocate Lavatory … Continue reading →

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Watch Out For One Another

Posted on May 7, 2013
When you see something, say something -- in a kind and professional way. © Can Stock Photo Inc. / diego_cervo

Part III: How staff members can help each other observe professional boundaries In Parts I and II of this article series on maintaining professional boundaries with youth, I introduced the concept of a fiduciary, and revealed the vulnerabilities that tempt … Continue reading →

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The Importance Of Candid Feedback

Posted on May 6, 2013
Be honest with parents when discussing a child's challenging behavior at camp. © Can Stock Photo Inc. / goldenKB

While the biggest worry for a camp counselor may be coping with a particularly difficult camper, the second-biggest worry is how to tell that camper’s parents—either at the child’s pick-up time after an especially trying day or at the end … Continue reading →

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Provide Like A Parent

Posted on May 6, 2013
There is no greater act of service than to care for a child. © Can Stock Photo Inc. / michaeljung

Look at this photo. Beautiful, isn’t she? I look in those big blue eyes, and I see hope, happiness, and joy. That is why I named this child Leelou Joy. It’s how I felt about becoming a parent. But looking … Continue reading →

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