Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/the-pudding/make-impacts-welcome-diversity-with-camp-researchDiversifying the Narrative by Bringing Practitioners to the Research Table  In this episode of 'The Pudding', hosts Dr. Mandi Baker and Travis Allison are joined by Drs. Lisa Meerts-Brandsma and Jim Sibthorp to dive into groundbreaking research in the camp world. The discussion covers their journeys of becoming researchers, the link between the camping and outdoor education industries, and pivotal findings from recent studies. Lisa emphasizes increasing camp access and inclusion, while Jim highlights the complexities of understanding developmental impacts when researching in isolation. They also share thoughts on the evolution of camp research, potential future directions, and the importance of collaborating closely with practitioners.Episode Guide00:41 Meet the Hosts and Guests01:07 Lisa & Jim’s Journeys to Camp Research06:41 Jim’s Research:Maximizing Developmental Potential08:53 Lisa’s Research: Increasing Access to Camps11:15 Using Research to Market Camp to a More Diverse Population17:25 The ACA’s Youth Impact Study and Diversifying the Narrative21:50 The Evolution of Camp Research over Jim’s Career28:42 The Missing Piece of the Camp Research Puzzle33:21 Future Directions: Bridges Between Researchers & Practitioners35:27 Future Directions: Experience Quality over Activity Base40:39 Community Level Research & Identity Shaping Experience (ft. the Magic Funding Pot!)43:28 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]. Lisa Meerts-Brandsma - Assistant Professor, University of Utah - [email protected]. Jim Sibthorp - Professor, University of Utah - [email protected] 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 demoFree Resilient Camp Blueprint Diagnostic: https://camp.mba/travisTake it once a month to see how all of your work is progressing.  Free Resilient Camp Blueprint Diagnostic: https://camp.mba/travisTake it once a month to see how all of your work is progressing. 

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