Camp Kids Podcast

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we bring you Grandma who has worked for YMCA and Girl Scout Camps. Grandma goes from not getting into her CIT program, to Camp Director and shares everything in between. Contact Grandma by following her on Instagram @elise.goodvin, on Facebook under Elise Goodvin, or email her at elise.goodvin@gmail.com Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to t...

Today, we welcome back Knuckles to share her famous “Airport” speech to help with mid-summer burn out. Knuckles goes over signs of burn out, how to cope with them, and how to keep that camp magic alive. Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and subscribe to our youtube channel! Visit our website here ! Want to share your experiences on the...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we bring you Stitch who has four summers of resident camp experience. Stitch has held a variety of positions at two different Girl Scout camps and now helps other international staff have their first camp experience. Contact Stitch by following her on Instagram @courtmartin27  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on fa...

Ever since I began my teaching career, I’ve done my best to stay connected with resident camp by working sessionals. Learn about where I’ve worked for a week or two at a time and my biggest takeaways from this unique experience!  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and subscribe to our youtube channel! Visit our website here ! Want to sh...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we bring you Nerd who is the Camp Director at Camp Robbinswold, a Girl Scout Camp in Washington. They are currently looking for more staff, so make sure to apply today! Contact Nerd by emailing them at hpeel@girlscoutsww.org . Apply to work at Camp Robbinswold here ! Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and...

Starting this podcast has been a dream of mine for many years, and today I reveal why I started the Camp Kids Podcast. Here is a glimpse into what after an interview sounds like and some of the deep and real things that I have experienced in my camp journey. Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and subscribe to our youtube channel! Visit...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Katie who worked at NYLT for 7 summers. Katie shares her experience growing up with all of her brothers getting to go to Boy Scout camp until one day, when their organization was looking for female counselors. Katie talks about being one of the first women on staff and how she helped many campers grow in their own personal development! Follow Katie on instag...

Transitioning back to camp can be hard, no matter if it’s at the beginning of the season or coming back day to day. Listen to my tips and tricks for how I make the transition into resident and day camps a bit more magical and whimsical for everyone involved!  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and subscribe to our youtube channel! Visit...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Bethany, also known as Brit in the Six. Bethany has worked at summer camps in the United States and in Canada and shares her experiences through her blog, podcast, and social media. Follow @britinthesix on instagram, TikTok, and youtube shorts. Check out her blog here ! Listen to Bits & Pieces For The Summer Camp Newbie Get the travel journal here ! Foll...

Jo Bob shares her experience visiting Philmont Scout Ranch, the biggest Youth Ranch in the world! Learn about what it was like touring Villa Philmonte and seeing other camp people before the official season started.  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and subscribe to our youtube channel! Visit our website here ! Want to share your expe...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we bring you Lightning and Ladybug from the  Girl Scout Council of Northeast Kansas and Northwest Missouri. We talk about their camp backgrounds along with the types of programming that they provide for campers and staff in the greater Kansas City area. Follow Lightning (Lauren) on instagram (and personal TikTok) @laurbolt and the Day Camp Tiktok @daycampdaily. Foll...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we bring you Flounder, who found a love for camp at a young age and has been a seasoned camp person for many summers. Flounder has worked at camps in Iowa, Maryland, and Indiana in summer and fall positions. Contact Flounder by following her on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @taiylorlaning  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast!...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Beth, a camp professional who has worked deeply with the Girl Scouts and the YMCA. She talks about her experience at Camp Cory, where she met her husband and built the foundation of becoming a camp professional. Contact beth via email at bethclemson@gmail.com or on instagram @thebethclemson  Check these amazing camp stickers here ! Attention all Staff book 2...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we bring you Thunder, Part 2! If you missed the first episode, make sure to go back and listen to it before our finale. Thunder and I continue to talk about her camp experiences while diving deep into camp traditions and the possibility of her coming back to camp.  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and s...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Thunder, with camp experience with the Girl Scouts, YMCA, and international camp in Kosovo. This is part 1 of 2 of a deep conversation we had, highlighting all of the camp transitions Thunder has made in her career. Stay on the lookout for part 2!  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and subscribe...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Dave with over two decades of camp experience as a camp staff person and as camp professional. Dave consultes for camps and also presents his programing ideas at many different professional camp conferences. Email Dave at daveghidiu@gmail.com to contact him! Check out his FREE resources here! Listen to Bill Grogan’s Goat here! Follow us on instagram @thecamp...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet O’Malley, with a plethora of camp experience with the Girl Scouts and other organizations. O’Malley has a passion for high ropes and leadership opportunities for campers, such as being a CIT Mom. Email O’Malley at Malloryrpearson@gmail.com to contact them.  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and s...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet  Coral, the Kitchen Director at Camp Sacajawea. Coral talks about how she transitioned from Pool Director to Kitchen Director after taking some time off of camp. Follow Coral on Facebook under Madison Elaine Elsberry.  Listen to Raining Tacos , Yum Yum Breakfast Burritos , and the Food Mix playlist   Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Kite, who has multiple years of camp experience with many different organizations. Kite brings a unique perspective to the show by talking about bringing her camp experiences into her home life. Contact Kite on instagram @kiteloveslife.   Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us on facebook and subscribe to our you...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Pip, who is going into her tenth summer working at Camp Sacajawea. Pip shares her experience being a first time international camp staff to know working with Camp Leaders and helping others who want the same camp experience. Follow Pip on facebook at Marie-Claire Hynes or on instagram @marieclaire_0903. Check out Camp Leaders here !  Follow us on instagram @...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Kelly, who is the Executive Director and Co-founder of Camp Encourage. Kelly walks us through how she started her own non-for-profit organization, how her camp has grown, and great tips on how to provide great programing to autistic youth. Contact Kelly through the Camp Encourage website here .  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to t...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Nemo, who worked for Camp Sacajawea in Boone, Iowa for two summers. Nemo shares her experience being a unit counselor, Arts and Crafts Director, and the “Hat King”. Learn her favorite song “The Bear Song” and follow Nemo on instagram @mudcritter  Check out AmeriCorps here .  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak peaks to the podcast! Follow us...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Kira, who works year round for WIlderness Awareness School in Duvall, Washington. Kira, also known as Bear shares her favorite camp stories and songs and how teaching kids how to love nature has impacted her life in a positive way. Learn her favorite song “On this Land” and follow Kira on instagram @kira.sheaa and on Facebook. Check out The Immersion at Wild...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Zach, who worked at the Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation for 10 summers. Zach shares his experience being he aquatics director and how that has impacted him becoming a choir director. Learn his favorite song “Nascar Chicken Wing” and find him on Facebook under Zachary Stelzer. Check out Zach’s The Shanty Choir website Listen to Nascar Chicken Wing here F...

Hey Camp Kids! In this episode, we meet Smooth, a dear friend of mine who I have worked alongside for many summers. Smooth shares her favorite stories along with how camp has given her confidence in all areas of her life. Follow Smooth on instagram @sunfilledginger or on Facebook to follow her on her journey with Challenge Quest this summer!  Follow us on instagram @thecampkidspodcast for sneak pe...