Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/the-pudding/decoding-how-camp-helps-kids-find-themselvesHearing Youth Voices in Camp Research with Dr. Barry GarstIn this episode of 'The Pudding', hosts Dr. Mandi Baker and Travis Allison delve into the work of Dr. Barry Garst, a Professor at Clemson University in Youth Development Programs. Dr. Garst shares his journey into camp research, discussing his background and various projects that analyze the transformative impact of camp on youth development. The discussion also explores the importance of digital empathy for connecting campers and staff. Dr. Garst also highlights the Journal of Youth Development's role in bridging research and practice in youth development and offers insights on key issues that need more attention in camp studies. Episode Guide00:56 Meet Dr. Barry Garst: Youth Development Expert04:02 Exploring the Identity Ladder of Social Learning09:09 Camp’s Impact Long-Term & Emerging Issues in Research16:58 Digital Empathy and the MyView Tool22:21 Data Collection and Analysis Challenges31:57 Researcher Parents’ Perspective on Camper Data Collection45:41 The Journal of Youth Development51:29 Recommended Researchers to Follow & Episode Wrap-upYour HostsDr. Mandi Baker, Researcher - Summer Camp, Outdoor Recreation, Sociology and Hospitality/Tourism - [email protected] Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro - [email protected]. Barry Garst, Professor & Coordinator - Clemson University - [email protected] Links of InterestDept of Parks, Recreation and Tourism at Clemson University https://www.clemson.edu/cbshs/departments/prtm/index.htmlJournal of Youth Development https://jyd.pitt.edu/ojs/jydAlliances for Camp Health https://allianceforcamphealth.org/American Camps Association- Research Evaluation Advisory Council https://www.acacamps.org/research/help-camp-research/research-evaluation-advisory-committeeThanks to our sponsors!The American Camp Association - IllinoisThe American Camp Association of Illinois is made up of nearly 289,000 members, volunteers, campers, families, and professionals who believe in the power of camp. We work to disrupt the effects of poverty by providing fundamental services for children and families, and learning opportunities for camp professionals. Learn more about ACA Illinois by visiting acail.org.CamptivitiesYou know the impact you want camp to make in a child’s life. But figuring out the day-to-day details can be overwhelming. Let Camptivities help you make that impact by streamlining the creation of your camp activity schedules. Schedule a demo at camptivities.com.

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