SCP 178: It’s Story Time with Curt!
In this episode, Curt tells a few stories from his time at camp and a few from other camp professionals. Some are heartwarming and others are amusing.
Jan 17, 2023•29 min•Ep. 178
SCamp Life: The Programming Side
A weekly discussion of summer camp programming ideas with Curt ”Moose” Jackson and Chris Kallal.
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SCP 177: Top Shot Ideas for Target Activities
In this episode, Curt and Chris talk about "top shot" ideas to spice up your target activities.
Jan 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 177
SCP 176: A New Year - 2023
It's a new year. Curt and Chris talk about life changes (Chris is at a new camp) and what they they are up to as 2023 kicks off.
Jan 06, 2023•26 min•Ep. 176
SCP 175: I Saw It on TikTok
After hearing Chris mention TikTok in pretty much every episode, they finally decided to dedicate an entire episode for TikTok ideas! Check out this week for some fun and unique camp ideas that Chris found on the app! Be sure to watch the videos by clicking on the link in these show notes below. Links for the Week: Pegboard Yarn Stiching Wind a 100’ Cord Melt Rock with an old TV LED Escape Room Idea Escape Room Frosted Glass Whistling Arrow Finger Whistle Bead Spinner PaperFlowers Pressed Flower...
Nov 09, 2022•30 min•Ep. 175
SCP 174: Magazine Style #6
They like doing them so hopefully, you like listening to them! Another Magazine Style episode this week! The guys “fast discuss” 10 topics that range from programming ideas to staff to crafts and more!
Nov 06, 2022•37 min•Ep. 174
SCP 173: STEM Activities
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maybe Math! Different camps do different things, some even call it Outdoor Education, but it all boils down to learning at Camp! Curt and Chris give some of their favorite STEM activities they do and how to incorporate that into your camp program. Links for the Week: Butterfly Garden: Monarchwatch.org Engineer and Animal Lessons: Teacherspayteachers.com...
Oct 27, 2022•28 min•Ep. 173
SCP 172: New and Fantastic Program Additions?
Curt and Chris look at a very popular post on the Summer Camp Professionals page about Programming. Rich Birch posed the question, "What did you add at camp that was new and fantastic?", and it got a ton of answers! Listen to this week’s episode to hear the guys discuss some of the more popular answers. Link for the Week: Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/groups/camppros/posts/6046300622050208/...
Oct 20, 2022•30 min•Ep. 172
SCP 171: Remix: Counselor Bag of Tricks
Episode 171 goes back to Episode 2 to “Remix” it! Chris and Curt go all the way back to 2019 to redo an episode they’ve already done! With new ideas, updated stuff, as well as just informing their listeners of great stuff 169 episodes ago, the podcast this week is a blast! Listen in for some great new ideas as well as recapping some old ideas of things your counselors should have at Camp! Links: Brain Break Book Alpha Dice Tenzi Tenzi Dice Peteca Koosh Balls Flop Balls Thumbballs Would You Rathe...
Oct 06, 2022•26 min•Ep. 171
SCP 170: Fall Event Ideas
Go beyond Pumpkin painting and Spiced lattes for some unique ideas to do at your camp this fall! Check out this week’s episode where the guys give you tons of great ideas you can easily do! From hayrides to Paint and Sips to Family Camps, listen in for some falltastic stuff!
Sep 29, 2022•25 min•Ep. 170
SCP 169: Magazine Style Episode #5
Another Magazine Style episode! Check it out this week for all new answers to their top (now 10) topics! Links for the Week Yarn Ball: https://www.homemadesimple.com/in-the-home/diy-yarn-balls/
Sep 16, 2022•35 min•Ep. 169
SCP 168: Summer Recap with Kelie Cook
The guys welcome back Kelie Cook this week to talk all about her summer. Kelie gives them an update of her summer and lessons she learned from this year. Check out this week for some new ideas from Kelie Cook! Links for the Week SCamp Life Podcast - The Other Side
Sep 09, 2022•34 min•Ep. 168
SCP 167: Summer Recap with Chris Kallal
Chris and Curt recap Chris’ summer on this week’s episode. Things he learned, things that worked well, things that didn’t work well, and more! Listen to this episode to hear all the highs and lows of Camp Good News Summer 2022! Links for the Week Watercolor Trees: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/777222848209876371
Sep 01, 2022•36 min•Ep. 167
SCP 166: Running an Alumni Program with Jeff Bradshaw
Chris is busy wrapping up camp as we head to the end of the season. So, Curt has decided to replay an edited episode from his old podcast Rec Heads and Camp Nerds where he and Patti McDonald interview the amazing Jeff Bradshaw of Camp Wenonah. This is a GREAT episode for any camp or organization looking to start or improve an alumni program. If you'd like to reach out to Jeff Bradshaw, email him at jeff@campwenonah.com .
Aug 10, 2022•34 min•Ep. 166
SCP 165: End of Season Staff Ideas
If you’re looking for some great ideas to end the season well with your staff, look no further! Curt and Chris toss up some excellent stuff that they have done (or seen done) at other camps with huge success! If your season has already ended, tuck this podcast away for next year!
Aug 04, 2022•27 min•Ep. 165
SCP 164: Magazine Style Episode #4
What’s that? Did you hear that Curt and Chris are doing another Magazine Style Podcast? You bet your biscuits you did! Check it out this week for all new answers to their top 9 topics! Special Bonus idea from Carrie this week too! They are still looking for a total of 10 topics. Can you help them out with an idea? Link of the Week Pegboard Embroidery
Jul 28, 2022•33 min•Ep. 164
SCP 163: Mid-Season Burnout Busters
It’s pretty much a given that there will be at least a little burnout happening at your camp. The guys give some great ideas on how to beat that and keep your staff happy, healthy, and having a great season! These ideas are super easy to implement right now into your summer with very little preparation!
Jul 20, 2022•23 min•Ep. 163
SCP 162: Magazine Style Episode #3
Curt and Chris are at it again with this popcorn podcasting style. Check it out this week for all new answers to their top 9 topics! They would like 10 topics, but need your help on an idea. Send them your best!
Jul 14, 2022•29 min•Ep. 162
SCP 161: How Chris’ Summer is Going So Far
After 2 weeks of training and 2 weeks of camp, Chris shares how his summer has been going! Listen to this episode to see what’s new, what’s old, and what’s all going wrong so far!
Jul 06, 2022•35 min•Ep. 161
SCP 160: Magazine Style Episode #2
Curt and Chris bring back their fun new way of podcasting. Check it out this week for all new answers to their top 9 topics!
Jun 30, 2022•24 min•Ep. 160
SCP 159: Record Breakers
How many socks can you put on one foot in 30 seconds? How fast can you chug a soda? What is the most clothes pin you can pin to your face? How long is your longest burp? If you want to know the answers to these questions and more, consider having a record breaking challenge at your camp! This is an idea where campers can excel at things they are good at (like eating jello with chopsticks)! Check out this weeks episode for some other great ideas and how you can incorporate recording breaking into...
Jun 23, 2022•19 min•Ep. 159
SCP 158: Activity Stations
Is the gas Station prices getting you down? Has the train left the Station without you? Tired of your local radio Station? Or feeling a little spacy on the International Space Station? Well then give our Stations a try! Curt shares a popular idea for camps about creating stations for the campers. A place that has some free play/choice. He gives tons of great ideas for themes and topics you can host a “Station” around!
Jun 17, 2022•17 min•Ep. 158
SCP 157: S.T.E.M. Activities
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (well maybe not Math so much). Curt and Chris give some epic ideas on incorporating STEM (or STE) into your camp! This is a great way to get school groups, homeschool groups, or just add some learning to your camping program! Links of the Week: Chris’ Steal This Book: https://rb.gy/ufkznp
Jun 08, 2022•36 min•Ep. 157
SCP 156: Our First Magazine Style Episode
The guys try a new way to podcast this week: Magazine Style! If you like the idea of quickfire topics with fast ideas, this episode is for you! Give it a listen and then let us know what you think! Links of the Week: In the News: Camp prices going up + Waitlists Pirate Theme Ideas
May 31, 2022•26 min•Ep. 156
SCP 155: Ropes and Team Building Resources
In this episode Chris goes over his favorite ropes and team building resources. Curt just listens and gives his 2 cents. Fun Doing Friday - Newsletter Team Building From the Toy Aisle - Book Kikori App High 5 Vertical Playpen Podcast Ask Michelle and Chris Podcast On Team Building Podcast
May 26, 2022•17 min•Ep. 155
SCP 154: Dangerous Camp Activities
It's true that there are some dangerous activities at camps. Curt and Chris will explore some of these activities, and it might give you some ideas for programs to add to your camp. The great thing about summer camps is that it's a place where kids can try these (often perceived) "dangerous" activities in a safe environment.
May 18, 2022•35 min•Ep. 154
SCP 153: Trivia Games and Events
Are you excogitating (verb for considering) hosting a Trivia event at your camp? They are resplendent (adjective for great idea) for retreats, special events, family nights, online stuff, or even during your training weeks! Chris and Curt give you a profusion (noun meaning large amount) of categories that make for an exceptionally clubbable (adjective for enjoyable) trivia event!
Apr 16, 2022•19 min•Ep. 153
SCP 152: Used To Be a Thing
Travel down Nostalgia Lane with Chris and Curt as they discuss things that used to be super popular at summer camps. They go really old-school like back when there weren’t any rules about helmets, to not-so-distant stuff like Four Square. Listen in this week as the guys talk about why some of these are not seen at camp as much as they used to be. Hear them discuss some stuff that should be brought back as well as some stuff that definitely needs to stay in the past!
Apr 09, 2022•25 min•Ep. 152
SCP 151: Favorite Mobile Apps
These ain’t yo mommas pretzel bites, these are mobile apps that will be a huge help to you and your staff at camp! Twenty different apps are talked about on the episode this week. Some are for you and some are for your counselors and staff. Check it out for some great suggestions that will help you do your job even better!
Apr 01, 2022•28 min•Ep. 151
SCP 150: Summer Camp Traditions
This week, the guys talk about Traditions and Ceremonies. Do you have any at your camp? Do you need some ideas for some new ones? Listen in this week for multiple ideas, some good, some bad! Curt and Chris give a huge list of traditions that they have either been a part of or heard about from other camps!
Mar 24, 2022•41 min•Ep. 150
SCP 149: Our Favorite Carnival Games
Does your camp do a carnival for the campers? Have you ever wanted to do a carnival? Do you enjoy eating carnival food like Chris? Well then, do we have a show for you! The podcast today is all about creating fun and unique carnival games! Curt has some awesome and very practical ideas while Chris goes overboard with carnival chaos!
Mar 17, 2022•33 min•Ep. 149
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