Research Shows Us the Benefits of Camp - The Pudding #5
Just BEING at camp is a good thing - the science proves it!
We intuitively know that camp is a good thing.
We can tell a million heart-filled stories about how camp changes lives.
But as you all know, the proof is certainly in the pudding - so for the discerning camp pros (or camp families we are trying to convince to come to camp!) this episode will be a great place to start!
Dr. Mandi Baker and Travis unpack some of the major findings over the last few years of research when it comes to the benefits of the summer camp experience.
You’ll hear about:
Why being in nature is a foundational part of the benefits of the camp experience
The psychosocial benefits of positive community and relationships
How camp develops physical literacy and a healthy relationship to risk
How camps are a developmental relationship super-charger
Where to get your hands on this research
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Links and Resources:
UPLOADS - The Understanding and Preventing Led Outdoor Accidents Data Systems (UPLOADS) Project
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Your Hosts:
Dr. Mandi Baker, Researcher - Summer Camp, Outdoor Recreation, Sociology and Hospitality/Tourism - getlamped@gmail.com
Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro - travis@gocamp.pro
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Thanks to our sponsors!
The American Camp Association - Illinois
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