Camp ASCCA: The Podcast

Maggie Barnard is no stranger to Camp ASCCA and joined our full-time staff in October 2023. She has taken on the role of Aquatics Program Specialist and is ready to take on everything this new role entails. Listen today to learn more about Maggie and her history with Camp ASCCA. 

In case you missed it in our latest episode, Director of Marketing Communications Dana Rickman gives our ASCCA Update. This update dives into an upcoming Charity Day with Tidal Wave Auto Spa in Alexander City, Alabama. 

Our 47th summer has come to an end and we could not have asked for better! Listen today to hear more about our exceptional campers, staff, and upcoming registration dates. 

In case you missed it in our latest episode Program Director Amber Cotney gives our ASCCA Update. This update dives into a brief summer wrap-up and what the off season will look like.

Earlier this summer, we hosted the Annual Hall Foundation. The Hall Foundation is a week at Camp ASCCA with participants from various therapeutic recreation departments and students from The University of North Alabama. Our Social Media Specialist, Elise, had the opportunity to sit down with Senior Lecturer Patrick Shremshock and talk about experiential learning and finding your passion. 

In case you missed it in our latest episode Aquatics Program Specialist Justin Hammers gives our ASCCA Update. This update dives into all things Spring Weekend, so give it a listen! 

Searcy Kelly, the mother of Eloise, joins us for an episode that dives into what Camp ASCCA means to their family, why those chose ASCCA, and her business adventure in Auburn, AL.

In case you missed it in our latest episode Camp Director Matt Rickman gives our ASCCA Update. This update dives into all  our hiring needs for Summer 2023 and how our staff is getting ready for this upcoming summer. 

Camp ASCCA's Director of Health Services, Abbey Murray, joins us for an episode of her history with Camp ASCCA, raising four children, running her own business, and proof that there are still good people in this crazy world .  

We just held our first-ever ASCCA Concert Series Fundraiser with the Red Clay Strays! All proceeds raised will go toward funding our Summer 2023 Concert Series. For more information visit our website campascca.org or visit our social media pages @campascca

Musician Langhorne Slim joins Camp ASCCA: The Podcast for an episode about divine medicine, connection with people, and being a part of the "energy business." Join us as we dive into Langhorne's time at Camp ASCCA and what music means to him.

Mark your calendars for our annual Jingle Jump! We've set a goal to raise $50,000 for our Campership Fund. All of the money donated from this event will help send individuals with disabilities to a week at Camp ASCCA this upcoming summer. Visit our website for more information about Jingle Jump. www.campascca.org 

Our current Board of Directors Chair, Dr. Roswal, and former board member Dr. Frith sit in with us and open a conversation about financial planning. Dr. Roswal and Dr. Frith have been heavily involved in Camp ASCCA over the years, and we are so grateful to both of them. 

Our Program Specialists Tre and Justin sit in for a lighthearted episode. Get to know who they are, what their first summer was like being part of the full-time staff at ASCCA, and more! This episode was fun to record and proof that there truly is never a dull moment at Camp ASCCA. 

Former full-time staff member, Barclay Bentley tells in this episode how Camp ASCCA unknowingly had a hand in his future career. Barclay, Director of the Office of Accessibility at Auburn University, worked for years at Camp ASCCA as both summer staff and as the Kitchen Supervisor. Listen to this episode to learn more about Barclay. 

Nurse Nick and Cynthia were two of our beloved nurses this summer here at Camp! This episode dives into what it's like working alongside your spouse, and what role Camp ASCCA plays in their life. 

In this episode you will learn about Matt and Amber's history with Camp ASCCA, various positions they've held, how long they've worked here, and how we are gearing up for Summer 2022. 

This episode dives into why we created this podcast, what we hope to gain from this new adventure, and what is happening at ASCCA! Tune in with our host, Elise, and be sure to like and subscribe to our channel.