SCamp Life: The Programming Side

SCP 190: We’re Back

After a long summer, we are back. Chris and his family have moved to Indiana and are at a new camp. Curt has been on an RV trip around the U.S. for six months. Both guys are exhausted but excited to return to the podcast.

SCP 189: Remix: Spicing up Rainy Day

This is the episode to listen to now, not when it’s too late! If you host a camp anywhere water falls from the sky, you need to have a plan ready. Unlike the rains down in Africa, these aren’t blessed days. Check out this week’s episode for new ideas (and remixed ideas from episode 11) about what to do in case of inclement weather.

SCP 188: Ideas for Your Pirate Theme Week

If you’re a camp that does themes, a pirate theme is definitely a must! Curt shares some of the greatest ideas from the book he wrote. This episode will give you plenty of ideas to host your own pirate-theme camp!

Links:

• The Pirate Theme Book
• Pirate Blog Post
• Kate Backdrops

SCP 187: Magazine Style Episode #8

Another Magazine Style episode this week! The guys “fast discuss” 10 topics that range from programming ideas to staff to crafts and more! It’s their favorite way to podcast!

Links:

• Fluffy Letters: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRcaw7TL/
• Email Roundtable FAQs and Sign-up: https://www.summercamppro.com/email-roundtable-faqs/

SCP 186: Staff Only Activities

Chris and Curt talk about some great activity ideas that are for, wait for it, staff only! That’s right!

Doing things specifically for your camp staff is a great way to keep the excitement going all summer! Give this episode a listen for some great ideas to prep for this coming summer!

SCP 185: Our Favorite Skits

The guys discuss their favorite skits. Some are classics and some are original, but all of them entertain the campers! If you are looking to add skits to your program (we're looking at you, day camps), or you want to add to your library of skits, check out this episode.

SCP 184: Our ACA National Conference Experience

Chris and Curt attended and spoke at the 2023 ACA National Conference. They talk about what they did on Orlando, the things that they liked, the things they didn't, as well as the things that really frustrated them (like the ACA woman who didn't want to give them chairs for their session).

SCP 183: Magazine Style Episode #7

Here we go again! This is our 7th Magazine Style episode. Check it out this week for all new answers to their top 10 topics!

SCP 182: The ACA National Conference is Next Week!

The guys will be at the ACA conference in Orlando next week. They talk about the sessions they may attend, their session (and possible giveaways), and what they'll be doing for fun around Orlando.

SCP 181: Camp Websites We Like

Chris has a list of camp websites that he likes certain things about. This is the first time Curt has seen them. You'll hear what the guys like about each of these sites...and a few things they don't like. If you're looking to update your camp website, this is a great episode to listen to. Feel free to follow along with them. All the links to the camp websites are below.

Links:

• http://campacc.com
• https://www.zephyrpoint.org
• https://www.sciotohills.com
• https://skyranch.org
• https://keystonecamp.com
• http://camptimberlane.ca
• https://www.pinecove.com
• https://www.beulahbeach.org
• https://www.southmountainchristiancamp.org
• https://www.campgreystone.com
• http://eaglesky.camp
• https://paliadventures.com