What is the Resilience Blueprint?

The Resilience Blueprint is GoCamp Pro's consulting framework for camp directors who are stuck in firefighting mode. Over a 12 to 18 month engagement, we work through five operational areas to reduce the reactive load so directors can lead proactively. Built specifically for independent, mission-driven camps.

What is a Clarity Sprint and how do I know if I need one?

A Clarity Sprint is a single 90-minute coaching session designed to get you unstuck fast. Bring your biggest problem and leave with a clear plan. No ongoing commitment. Cost is $495 CAD.

How is GoCamp Pro different from generic business coaching?

GoCamp Pro's framework was built for the specific realities of independent, owner-operated camps — not adapted from corporate leadership consulting. Travis has worked in camps, directed camps, and spent 15+ years studying what makes them resilient.

Is GoCamp Pro right for a small or mid-size camp?

Yes. The Resilience Blueprint is built for owner-operated, family-run, or founder-led camps, typically serving 100 to 600 campers. If you feel like the operation is running you instead of the other way around, this is for you.

How long before a camp director sees results from working with GoCamp Pro?

Most directors notice a shift in their day-to-day within the first 90 days. The Resilience Blueprint is a 12 to 18 month engagement for sustainable change. A Clarity Sprint produces an immediate action plan in a single session.

Building a Vision from the Ground Up - With Lauren Beckwith and Stacey Levy - The Camp Owners Podcast #76

20 May

Written By Matt Wilfrid

Creating Camp Culture Before the First Camper Arrives: Inside the Journey of Turning a Camp Dream Into Reality

Launching a brand-new camp from scratch is no small feat, and in the final episode of season 6, Lauren Beckwith and Stacey Levy pull back the curtain on how they turned a shared vision into Camp Eastwood. Drawing on decades of experience at some of the industry’s most respected camps, they share practical insights on everything from designing age appropriate programming to creating culture, traditions and staff systems before the first camper even arrived. Whether you’re dreaming about starting a camp, refreshing your current program, or simply love hearing how great camp ideas come to life, this episode is packed with thoughtful leadership lessons and real world strategy. It’s an inspiring look at what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up and why intentionality matters every step of the way.

04:52 Meet Camp Eastwood
06:58 Friendship Origin Story
10:06 Why Eastwood Exists
14:09 Property Site Setup
17:00 Timeline Roles Split
20:46 How They Got Asked
26:10 Building Program Philosophy
34:55 Designing For Young Kids
39:27 Forest Friends Values
41:37 Session Length Flexibility
43:04 Staff Training Approach
46:57 Reset Between Sessions
52:05 Developmental Programming Wins
54:18 Mentorship Leadership Lessons
56:51 Rapid Fire Favorites

Your Hosts:

Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps
Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines Ranch

Your Guests:

Lauren Beckwith - Co-Director - Camp Eastwood
Stacey Levy - Co-Director - Camp Eastwood

Thanks to our sponsors:

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Matt Wilfrid https://gocamp.pro/matt