Basic Camp Management

Book excerpt: Manage your camp more effectively with the leading textbook for camp administration courses everywhere, including the American Camping AssociationÆs Basic Camp Director Course. The authorsùseasoned and respected professionalsùshare their expertise in seventeen insightful and newly revised chapters filled with resources, useful examples, and a wealth of important information on topics important to all camp administrators: òCamp DirectorÆs Job òLeadership Styles òPhilosophy and Mission òParticipant Growth and Development òDesigning Your Program òPersonnel Organization, Policies, Recruitment òStaff Training, Supervision, Performance Appraisal òSelection, Development, and Maintenance of the Site òRisk Management, Records, Accreditation òOperation and Supervision of Central Services òMarketing òBusiness and Finance, Budgeting, Fund Raising, Records òVolunteers, Legal Ramifications, Committees, and Boards òEvaluations and Reporting òBecoming a Professional It is increasingly critical for camps to prove their importance in the youth development arena by providing measurable outcomes. This new edition helps you meet the needs of campers, parents, and staff in professional, outcome-driven waysùin a more user and Internet friendly format.