Camping Magazine articles from March 2000

Camping Magazine archives from March 2000

Marketing = Common Sense (Sometimes).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Often the difference between a wise marketing decision and an almost-wise one is not much more than an infusion of common sense. But sometimes common sense is too obvious and must overwhelm us before it becomes apparent. For example, I had...

A View from the Woods.(nature of successful associations)(Editorial)
March 1, 2000... My mother often told me to practice what you preach. At six, that didn't mean much to me. However, as the years have passed (and we need not count them for the illustration of this story), I have learned repeatedly the meaning behind those...

Letters.(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2000... Another Approach to Campus Recruitment I am writing in response to the letter by Michael Peterson in the January/February issue of Camping Magazine in regard to staff recruiting on college campuses. I would like to offer an alternative...

Keys to Job Satisfaction.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... How satisfied are your employees? That may depend on their pay, stress level, and the recognition they receive. A recent Gallup poll asked people how satisfied they were with fifteen factors about their job and their overall job satisfaction....

Preventing Ergonomic Injuries.(OSHA standards)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has made proposals aimed at reducing ergonomic injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or back problems, in the workplace. OSHA hopes to finalize the proposed regulations later this...

Are You Boring Your Prospects?(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... When pitching your camp to prospective campers and families at camp fairs, do you know when they've heard enough? Talk for one minute, giving your best sales pitch, and then stop or ask a question. If they are interested in your...

Seeking Hardworking Hands.(contest for best maintenance staff)
March 1, 2000... Does someone on your maintenance staff have the hardest working hands in America? The Lava brand of heavy-duty hand cleaners is sponsoring the "Salute to Hardworking Hands" contest to honor the American who has the hardest working hands, as...

OBITUARIES.(employees of camps who died)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Michele Skarda Michele Skarda of Wisconsin recently passed away after a three-year battle with cancer. She was director of Camp Ehawee and a standards visitor. Paul Petzoldt National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) founder Paul...

Listening to the Subtle Signals Youth Send.(dealing with a complaint letter)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Dear Bob, Each year, our day camp sends a note to campers and families that we have not heard from for a while to invite them back to camp or, in the case of older campers, to ask them to consider joining our counselor-in-training program....

Security at Camp.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Security has always been a concern at camps across the country. But with the violent events that have been in the news in the last year, there is heightened concern about this issue. As we approach another summer, you can expect parents to...

The Heart of Leadership: Twelve Practices of Courageous Leaders.(Review)
March 1, 2000... Theorizing that leadership will be more effective when it comes from the heart and when you understand the people you are trying to lead, Robert Staub offers twelve practices for strengthening your leadership skills and building competence,...

Motivating People Communicate Clearly.(Review)
March 1, 2000... Looking for ideas to improve staff morale and communication? These information-packed books, part of the twelve-part "Essential Managers" series, are chock-full of ideas for working better with your staff members. Motivating People offers ideas...

Human Resources Kit for Dummies.(Brief Article)(Review)
March 1, 2000... Camp directors wear many hats, only one of which is human resources director. This book can help ease the burden. A comprehensive reference for the busy manager or small business owner, it provides a comprehensive introduction to human...

Marketing Without Money: 300 Free and Cheap Ways to Increase Your Sales.(Review)
March 1, 2000... Looking for quick, cheap ideas to enhance your marketing efforts? This book offers 300 ways to jumpstart camper recruitment and increase enrollment, including twelve free ways to promote your Web site and sixty-two power words for increasing...

Refill Your Bag of Tricks.(camping games)
March 1, 2000... Playing the same old game over and over? Add these group games to your bag of tricks. Crossed Hands This game puts a spin on the old saying "the right hand doesn't know what the left hand is doing" and is sure to leave campers...

Strategic and Long-Range Planning for All.(business planning for camps)
March 1, 2000... Tips on getting started and creating a winning plan Whether you are a for-profit or nonprofit camp, you are a business and certain important factors must always be considered. One of these is strategic planning. Many organizations...

Trends Affecting Nonprofit Camps.
March 1, 2000... Issues and recommendations for the millennium Over the past century, nonprofit camps have served thousands of children, adults, and families in addressing social issues and have often provided the only opportunities that some young people...

Time to Prepare for 2000 Standards Visits.(camps readied under revised camp standards)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Camps due visits in 2000 should be gearing up for their visit under the revised camp standards: Accreditation Standards for Camp Programs and Services (1998 edition ). Camp directors being visited must attend a standards training session on the...

Regional Conferences Offer Educational Opportunities.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... ACA regional spring conferences offer members a variety of training and networking opportunities close to home. In addition to the conference sessions, the Basic Camp Director Course and Camp Directors Institute are often offered. Contact the...

A Message from the President.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... "If you always do what you always did -- you'll always get what you always got." Author unknown We are proud of our traditions that have successfully placed camping on the agenda for millions of American families. For more than a...

Business Members Support ACA.(American Camping Association membership)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... What does ACA business membership mean? Initially, it means that a company supplying products and services to camps has become affiliated with the American Camping Association through the membership of a company president or advertising...

Save $$$ on Special Business Services for Camps.
March 1, 2000... Credit Card Processing NOVA can help you save money on credit card processing. Check out the savings available for ACA-accredited camps: * fixed discount rate of 1.99 percent with a monthly minimum of $30 * $0.20 per transaction...

Rosenberg Named Chair of Insurance Committee.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... With the overwhelming support of the ACA Insurance Committee, Tom Rosenberg has been named the new chair. Tom has a master's of business administration from the University of Southern California and currently serves as treasurer of the ACA...

Four Elected to Serve on National Board.(American Camping Association)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... The National Nominating/Awards Committee is pleased to announce the results of this year's national board elections. The committee appreciates the commitment and dedication of all members who were on the ballot. This year, members elected...

E-jobs Can Help You Find Staff.(bwillems@aca-camps.org.)(ejobs@aca-camps.org)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... E-jobs, ACA's e-mail job service, can help employers connect with job seekers. ACA-accredited camps pay a fee to advertise their year-round openings. This list of jobs is then sent twice a month by e-mail to more than 5,000 job seekers...

Enter the 2001 J. Wendell Howe Awards.
March 1, 2000... When taking pictures at camp this summer, remember to send some of your best shots to Camping Magazine for entry in the J. Wendell Howe Golden Lens Awards. The winner receives a plaque and a $150 cash prize. Two honorable mention recipients...

Let Camping Magazine Help You with Summer Staff Training.
March 1, 2000... The upcoming May/June issue of Camping Magazine is just for summer staff. The "Annual Summer Staff" issue is packed with ideas and tips for counselors and program staff. Place your order by April 14 to receive extra copies of the May/June...

Due a Visit? Resources to Help.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Besides the prerequisite standards training and accompanying resources, ACA offers lots of other help for camps preparing for visits: * ACA's Web site (www.ACAcamps.org) lists certification charts, conversion charts, the accreditation...

Be a Newsletter Sponsor.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Attention businesses! You can sponsor this newsletter. Sponsorships give your business a new level of exposure as you support the American Camping Association's efforts to better communicate with its members. Sponsorships are available in...

Update on New Dues System.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2000... Section treasurers and executives received information about the new national fee scales at the Leadership School in Albuquerque. Section boards will use this information to calculate and set section fees. Members and camps will be notified of...

Legislative Update.(additional fees charged camp counselors)
March 1, 2000... CIPRIS Late last year, the Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS) announced plans to extract a $95 fee from each non-immigrant foreign student in the United States to help pay for its Coordinated Interagency Partnership Regulating...

Corralling Your Camp Horse Program.
March 1, 2000... Reviewing your policies and procedures and creating a written manual Thousands of campers take part in riding programs each year. Serving the needs of these campers responsibly requires reasonable and accepted standards of operation. One...

Building a Big Buddy System.
March 1, 2000... Pairing campers and adult volunteers to help children cope The big buddy system, used by Camp Jamie, a therapy camp for bereaved children in Frederick, Maryland, gives campers one-on-one support to help them deal with the loss of a loved...

Blending Technology with Camp Tradition.
March 1, 2000... Technology can simplify camp operations "Build a campfire? Huh? Just use the microwave! Like an assembly line in a busy factory, campers layered several graham crackers with chunks of Hershey's chocolate and topped the snacks with big,...