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.

Coaching Staff Who Struggle to Receive Feedback - with Dave Brown - The Camp Owners Podcast #75

22 Apr

Written By Matt Wilfrid

High Standards, Real Buy In: Feedback Strategies Staff Will Actually Hear and Use

Why do some staff shut down when given feedback and how can leaders break through? In this episode, your hosts sit down with Dave Brown, LCSW, to explore brain-aligned strategies that help young staff actually hear, process, and act on feedback. Listen in as they unpack the “mentor’s dilemma” and share practical tools like transparency statements, belonging stories, and low stakes check-ins that build trust while maintaining high standards. If you’re looking to strengthen your feedback culture without sacrificing relationships, this episode offers clear, actionable approaches you can start using right away.

07:00 From Social Work To Camp
08:21 Launching Fence Post Learning
11:40 Why Feedback Feels Hard
12:45 Mentor’s Dilemma
15:55 Fragility Causes
21:53 High Standards, High Support
26:04 Transparency Statements Tool
29:15 Building Feedback Culture
33:51 Training Middle Managers
36:29 Why Feedback Breaks Down
37:42 Trusting Others With Feedback
40:42 Why Connection Matters
46:04 Belonging Stories Tool
50:15 Balance Scale Support
53:52 Mentoring Campers

Your Hosts:

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

Your Guests:

Dave Brown, LCSW - Founder - Fence Post Learning, Director - Mountain Camp

Episode Links:

Coping Mechanisms from Fence Post Learning

10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People

Thanks to our sponsors:

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Matt Wilfrid https://gocamp.pro/matt