Gold Arrow Camp Podcast

Episode 31.   On this episode of the GAC POG-Cast, Soy is joined by his first ever return guest, Lyric. Lyric was in the studio to chat about his second year on staff and what it was like to become a Group Counselor this summer. As usual, there’s a GACspiration as well as Joke of the Cast inspired by a great Disney movie.     Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Lyric Ret...

Episode 30. On Episode 30, Soy and Peanut Butter sat down to chat about making friends, GACting, and her love of pesto. There’s also a princess themed Joke of the Cast and Taylor Swift is featured in our GACspiration. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Peanut Butter appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Traditional Sleepaway Camps for Children .

Episode 29. On Episode 29 Soy is joined by Slim, who spent several years living in Cabin 29. Soy and Slim talk about sports, Mississippi State, Swag, and how camp helps teach young men to be vulnerable and have authentic conversations. There was powerful stuff in this podcast, and we think you’ll really enjoy it. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Slim appeared first on Gold Arrow Cam...

Episode 28. On Episode 28 long-time camper and current counselor Squirrel joins Soy to talk about how camp changed her life, and why she loves leading backpacking trips in the High Sierra. There’s also a joke that Soy enjoys a little too much and a warm-up for Big Campfire. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Squirrel appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Tradi...

Episode 26 – Uncle On Episode 26 Uncle drops by the studio (via the Internet) to chat about dealing with fear as a camper, making friends worldwide, and, of course, lip balm. Soy is playing some Country Roads on guitar and there’s a Western themed Joke of the Cast! Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Uncle appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Traditional...

Episode 25 – On Episode 25 of the Gold Arrow Camp POG-Cast, we’re joined by Khaleesi. Khaleesi shares some of her favorite things about being a wrangler as well as how camp has helped her in nursing school. As always, there’s a joke of the cast and Soy is still working on guitar. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Khaleesi appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Sum...

Episode 24 – Chippy On Episode 24 of the GAC POG-Cast, Soy sits down for a chat with Chippy, and they explore the ways that campers can take GAC with them everywhere they go. Also, if you’re tracking Soy’s guitar playing progress, he’s playing a brand new song this week! Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Chippy appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer C...

Episode 23. On episode 23 of the POG-Cast, Soy is joined by Lily Garelick, who shares her experience traveling to Tanzania to help provide medical care to those in need. It is a great reminder of how powerful it is to bring positive changes to the world, which is one of our core values. As always, Soy plays some guitar and tells a joke that he really enjoys. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The po...

Episode 22. On Episode 22 of the GAC POG-Cast we settle in for a chat with Smudge. Smudge joined us for the first time in the summer of 2017. She and Soy talked about what they love at camp and the power of saying “yes”. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Smudge appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Traditional Sleepaway Camps for Children .

Episode 21. On Episode 21 of the Gold Arrow Camp POG-Cast, Soy has his first ever recorded conversation with a soon-to-be astrophysicist, tells a historically themed Joke of the Cast, and plays a GAC-mas carol on guitar! Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Astro appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Traditional Sleepaway Camps for Children .

Episode 20. On the 20th episode of the not-yet-critically-acclaimed POG-Cast, Soy is joined by veteran boat driver and all around wonderful human being Kronk. They chat about why campfires are so wonderful and share a love of artichoke hearts. There’s also a Joke of the Cast and Soy’s performance debut on guitar. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Kronk appeared first on Gold Ar...

Ep. 19 On this episode of the POG-Cast, Soy is joined by Rugger for a lively conversation about Rocks & Ropes, fear, and the value of wearing a watch. There’s also a special guest for the joke of the ‘cast! Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Rugger appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Traditional Sleepaway Camps for Children .

Ep. 18 We’re back for season 2 of the GAC POG-cast! On Episode 18 of the GAC POG, Soy is joined by Lyric, who has spent almost a decade at GAC, first as a camper, then a CIT, then a JC, and finally as a counselor. There’s also a Joke of the Cast and a GACspiration to start your week off right. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Lyric appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - Californi...

Ep. 17 On Episode 17 of the GAC POG-Cast, Soy is joined by longtime GAC staffer Delta. He and Delta chat about what she’s doing while she’s not at camp, how she brings camp into her classroom and what keeps Delta coming back to camp. Of course, there’s a Joke of the Cast (it features a wedding in space!) and the inspiring words of Roald Dahl in a GACspiration. Share Post Pinteres...

Episode 16 On episode 16 of the GAC POG-Cast, Sunshine talks with long-time camper and Junior Counselor Henry Yeary. Henry has some great insights into what makes the Junior Counselor (JC) program good for teens, as well as thoughts about taking a gap year before college and why he lives the flip phone life. Soy drops in with a joke of the cast that vampires will enjoy as well as a GACspiration fr...

Episode 15 . On episode 15 of the Gold Arrow Camp POG-Cast, Soy is joined by head counselor, morning assembly MC, and disc golf living legend Swag. They talk about vulnerability, Swag’s favorite activity, and Swag’s favorite salad bar item. (It rhymes with “smacon”). Of course, there’s a joke of the ‘cast as well as a GACspiration. If you’d like to make a...

Episode 14. On this episode, Soy is joined by veteran camper Joss McGrath, who shares her thoughts on food at camp, what to pack, her favorite activities and favorite counselor. She also has advice about being homesick and making friends at camp. Soy plays guitar and has the Joke of the Cast and Sunshine delivers a GACspiration. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Joss McGrath appeared first...

Epiosde 13 of the Pog-cast On Episode 13, Soy talks with Nash about ultimate frisbee, staying positive on the trail, and experiencing the Perseid meteor shower in the wilderness. There’s also a magical joke of the cast, WOWs, and a GACspiration. As always, you can submit WOWs to wow@goldarrowcamp.com . Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Nash appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - Califor...

Episode 12. On Episode 12, Soy is joined by Bambino, and they talk about the theme for 2017, Hop on the Energy Bus . Bambino is the man who brought the Energy Bus to camp in the first place, and he shares about his experience sharing the book with 13 and 14 year old boys. There’s also a Joke of the Cast, TSwift, and Soy reads WOWs and a haiku. As always, you can send suggestions or WOWs to w...

Episode 11. On this episode of the Gold Arrow Camp POG-cast, Soy talks camp and family with Tootles and Batman, long time campers, current staff members, and life-long sisters. They discuss why camp feels so much like family, what it’s like to work with your sister, and how hard it is to remember each other’s camp names. Here are Tootles and Batman (and the rest of their family) back i...

Episode 10 – Manners On this episode of the not-yet-critically acclaimed GAC POG-cast, Soy is joined by Manners. Manners has some great insights into why camp is so good at developing independence. He also shares how camp helps him get through the school year. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Manners appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Traditional Sleepawa...

Episode 9 On Episode 9 of the POG-Cast, Soy is joined by Honey to talk about making a positive change in the world. They also discuss her engagement to Blondie, which took place at camp. There are two camper submitted haikus, a Ross Jameson Joke of the Cast and Sunshine reading a special GACspiration for UCLA fans. She said yes! Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Honey appeared first on Gol...

Episode 8 of the POG-Cast. Today we’re joined by another Coach’s Award winner, the Awesomeness Coordinator: Cheerio. Cheerio called into the POG-Cast to talk about WOWs, being happy, and changing the world. She also weighs in on the important speed round questions. We have WOWs, camper submitted PoCo haikus and an oceanic Joke of the Cast. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post The...

Episode 7 of the POG-cast. On Episode 7 of the POG-cast, we’re joined by Tica, a long-time camper and Rocks and Ropes counselor. She talks about how campers build confidence by trying new (and sometimes scary!) things at Rocks and Ropes. We also have a seasonal Joke of the Cast, thoughts of a confused camper, and a GACSpiration with Sunshine. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Trying...

Episode 6 of the POG-Cast. On this episode we are joined by Sandwich, who shares his thoughts on how we can be our best selves all year. Sandwich was our 2016 Land Director, is a member of the Poetry Corner, and hosts morning assembly. The POG-Cast also has WOWs, PoCo, a math inspired Joke of the Cast and a GACspiration. Remember that you too can send WOWs by emailing wow@goldarrowcamp.com or hash...