Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/first-class-counselors-pod/traditionsSteal These Amazing Camp Ideas!Welcome to Season 8 of First Class Counsellors! Oliver and Matt are back with a brand-new season, starting things off by swapping some of the coolest camp traditions and programs they’ve seen across North America. From celebrating CITs to welcoming first-time campers, this episode is packed with practical, stealable ideas that will help you bring more meaning, fun, and connection to your camp community.Highlights from this episode include:The CIT Walk – A reflective tradition that celebrates campers aging out of the program while inspiring younger campers to step into leadership.Staff Connection Time – How one camp intentionally builds space into the schedule for staff to rest, reconnect, and reset together.First-Year Camper Traditions – From “first-year breakfasts” to camp song videos, little touches that help new campers feel instantly included.Steps in the Right Direction – A shout-out system using stickers (or buttons!) to recognize acts of kindness and celebrate community wins.STEM Adventures – Inspiration from Newton’s Attic, a camp in Kentucky that blends engineering, creativity, and play into unforgettable programs.-Links from the Show:Newton’s Attic Camp: https://newtonsattic.com/Y of the Pines - Gamification of programs.  https://ycamp.org/overnight-camp-for-boys-nj-E.G.E.L – Ever Growing, Ever LearningOliver: Inflatable costume raceMatt: Shrinky Dinks / Shirink ArtBuy them here: https://shrinky-dink.com/Shrinky Dinks Guide: https://abeautifulmess.com/shrinky-dinks-ultimate-guide/-Sponsors:AMSkier is a leading insurance and strategic partner for many of the finest camps in America. AMSkier partners with camps to provide public relations, legal, medical, behavior support and more - Experience the AMSkier difference. Learn more at amskier.com.

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