Category Archives: Adventure Camps

Peer Approval Stimulates the Adolescent Brain

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Admin

Peer Approval Stimulates the Adolescent Brain Teens Take More Risks When Pressured By Peers Science Daily reports that teens’ brains are more sensitive to rewarding feedback from peers. The article posits that adolescents are more reckless than younger children, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps, Girls Camp, Sports Summer Camp | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

PE and After-School Programs Help Children and Teens Excel

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Admin

Kids and Teens Still Aren’t Doing Nearly Enough Physical Activity Nanci Hellmich in the USA Today article, Kids Need To Step Up Physical Activity, Report Says, argues that, despite prodding from their parents, teachers and doctors, American kids just aren’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps, Sports Summer Camp | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Keeping Kids Active

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Karen

Keeping children active is an important goal in today’s world of cell phones, video games, iPads, computers and other technological devices and tools. According to a Time Magazine article titled “10 Tips To Get Your Kids Moving” by David Bjerklie … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps | Leave a comment

How the iPad Has Become a Tool for Helping Kids with Autism

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Karen

A May 15, 2012 report from CNN titled “iPad gives voice to kids with autism” (http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/14/tech/gaming-gadgets/ipad-autism) written by Supraja Seshadri discusses the profound impact this technological tool is having on children with a variety of developmental and communication issues. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps | Leave a comment

Sports Summer Camps: Grow Your Child’s Dream

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Karen

The Olympics inspires dreams. If your child has been watching the Olympics and is now saying s/he wants to win a gold medal or a competition, it’s not too late to enroll them in sports summer camp. There are plenty … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps, Basketball Camps, Camps for Kids, Girls Camp, Golf Summer Camps, Lacrosse Camps, Summer Camps, Summer Sports Camps | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

My Wonderful World: A National Geographic Campaign to Promote Geography

Posted on April 15, 2012 by Karen

What is the Campaign? National Geographic’s ‘Mywonderful World’ is “a National Geographic-led campaign—backed by a coalition of national business and non-profit organizations—to expand geographic learning in school, at home, and in communities. We want to give kids the power of … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps, Camp Directors, Camp Staff, Camps for Kids, Outdoor Adventure Camps, Parenting, Parents & Kids, Summer Camps | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Find the Perfect Short-Term Job Adventure

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Karen

Camppage, A Great Resource for Short Term Job Adventures! Are you looking for opportunities to work, travel, play, live, learn, help, create, experience and grow? Camppage.com’s summer camp job listings is the place to check out! Work, find your passion … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps, Camp Staff, Conference Centers, Outdoor Adventure Camps, Retreat Centers, Summer Camp Jobs, Summer Camps | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Great Backpacking Websites for Hiking and Backpacking Summer Campers and Staff

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Karen

Hiking and backpacking is an outdoor pastime in many parts of the world. It is a wonderful way to get and experience nature and it’s a lot of fun but it also involves skill. Hiking and backpacking summer camps can … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Camps, Boys Camp, Camp Staff, Camps for Kids, Girls Camp, Outdoor Adventure Camps | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Now Is the Time to Start Thinking About Summer Camp

Posted on January 6, 2012 by sarah

The 2012 Summer Camp Season Has Officially Started As kids return to their regular school schedule after time off for the holiday, parents are already thinking ahead about the spring and summer and helping children make plans for summer camp. … Continue reading →

Posted in Acting Camps, Adventure Camps, Art Summer Camps, Arts and Crafts Camps, Asthma Summer Camps, Basketball Camps, Bible Camp, Boys Camp, California Summer Camps, Camp Directors, Camps for Kids, Christian Camps, Computer Camps, Diabetes Summer Camps, Digital Media Camps for Kids, Football Camps, Girls Camp, Horse Camps, Jewish Camps, Lacrosse Camps, Music Camp, Outdoor Adventure Camps, Performing Arts Camps, Running Camp, Soccer Camps | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Find Tips on How to Choose the Right Summer Camp for Your Child

Posted on October 12, 2011 by sarah

Make the Right Choices for Your Kids when it comes to Summer Camp As parents it is important to be sure when you research various summer camps and the programs they offer that you choose a trustworthy, fun summer camp … Continue reading →

Posted in Acting Camps, Adventure Camps, Art Summer Camps, Arts and Crafts Camps, Asthma Summer Camps, Basketball Camps, Bible Camp, Boys Camp, California Summer Camps, Camps for Kids, Christian Camps, Computer Camps, Diabetes Summer Camps, Differently-Abled Kids, Digital Media Camps for Kids, Football Camps, Girls Camp, Horse Camps, Jewish Camps, Lacrosse Camps, Mommy Bloggers, Music Camp, Outdoor Adventure Camps, Parenting, Performing Arts Camps, Running Camp, Soccer Camps, Special Needs Summer Camps, Summer Camps, Summer Drama Camp, Summer Sports Camps, Swimming & Diving Summer Camps, Technology Camps for Kids, Tennis Camps, Theater Summercamp, Track & Field Summer Camps | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment