Camps Garden Nursery Landscaping Guide
Camps Meeting Requirements
By Leaf Treehorn
You have no doubt heard of a military training camp, a boot camp,
a summer camp or a scout's camp. Obviously, there are quite a
few different types of camps. Possibly one of the most favorite
would have to be the camp that refers to camping in the great
outdoors with family and friends.
This is likely to be the best camping experience you will ever
have, so if you have the chance to go, then take full advantage
of the time and really enjoy yourself. The purpose for setting
up a camp can be for different reasons also.
Different Reasons To Build Camps
Some may be done strictly for pleasure, like summer camp or camping
with the family. There are also some that are for training purposes,
much like a military boot camp, and sometimes it is necessary
to camp in certain areas to carry on research.
Have your kids expressed an interest in going to camp in the
summer? There are many, many different types of summer camps for
kids and usually several of them will fit your needs. Studies
have indicated that children in the 6 to 10 age group will adjust
much quicker to camp, as opposed to an older child.
You may also be under the impression that your child and a friend
going at the same time may make it easier for them. However, usually
the opposite is true. If it is their first time at camp, then
they are likely to stick together and resist the idea of making
new friends. Or sometimes one child will be more outgoing, making
new friends while the other becomes more shy or withdrawn.
Summer Camp Programs
If you have a child with a specific interest or hobby, then many
summer camp programs include a specialty camp. If your child enjoys
tennis, then a tennis camp may be perfect. There are computer
camps for the techie in your family, or perhaps an art camp for
your budding Picasso.
Of course, depending on the child's age there will other options
available to you. There are also programs available for children
with special needs. These types of programs can really be something
special for your child and can give them a great sense of accomplishment.
Looking For References And Talking To The Director Of The Summer Camp
Of course, as with anything that involves your child, you will
want to be sure that the any of the camps that you are considering
have great references, and you will want to spend some time with
the director, either on the phone or in person.
First, you will want to review your options and make sure that
the director's methods and philosophy complement your own parenting
style. You will want to ask about the counselor/camper ratio,
as well as what type of training the staff and the director have
been through.
Your Own Happy Camper
For the director, The American Camp Association suggests the
following minimum requirements: a bachelor's degree, complete
in-service training within the past three years and at least 16
weeks of camp administrative experience before assuming a director's
role.
In the end, there is only one happy camper to worry about, and
that is your own.
About the Author:
Leaf Treehorn has written a number of articles on recreation, gardening tips and furniture including
Growing Vegetables,
Patchwork Quilting,
Down Comforter.
Keep a lookout for more of his articles on this website.
Little Known Camping Facts....
At what age can I take my children camping?
That depends on the weather and what type
of activities you will want to do while you are out in the wilderness.
Small infants do not need to be taken outdoors during inclement
weather. You will need to plan out your vacation with children
in mind.
What activities will be enjoyed by the
entire family? Are there things that will keep them busy while
you are camping and relaxing? Just remember that children have
short attention spans and not as much stamina as you do so take
that into account before you start off on a five mile hike through
the woods.
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