Summer camp, although possibly not seen as life altering, can positively impact a young person for years down the road. It is difficult to know for sure if today’s firefighters, police officers, nurses, or military members chose their profession based on childhood circumstances. Or if they were born with a helping personality. Maybe it’s a little bit of both. But …
Summer Camps Every Parent Should Know About
In the United States, summer camps began to make their appearance way back in the 1880s. The idea then, as it still is now, was to get kids back to nature. To provide them with a woodsy, nature-like atmosphere and get them away from urban life. Even that far back, kids and teachers believed that children needed to reconnect with …
Is Being a Camp Counselor the Right Job for You?
If you enjoy teaching, spending time with kids, the outdoors and being active, becoming a camp counselor might be the perfect job for you. The hours and duration of work can be flexible, anywhere from after school hours to two-week 24/7 summer sessions. Not only will you spend time teaching about things you love, but you will also learn new …
The History of Surfing
One activity here at Camp Live Oak that many other camps around the country don’t do, or are simply unable to do, is surf. We are fortunate enough to be in a great location where beaches abound, and our campers are able to ride the waves mostly year-round. Historically speaking, people have been surfing since they learned how to swim. …
Why You Should Work for a Local Kids Camp
Working for a local kids camp can be one of the most rewarding and fulfilling jobs for a teen or young adult. Sure you could go scoop ice cream, or paint houses, but why not instead work at a job that can change lives and have a great deal of meaning? Working with people is often a rewarding experience for …
