Samantha
Psychology and Education Major
What Did You Do This Summer?: Preparing for Summer Camp
Summer camp is an integral, formative part of many peoples’ childhood. Summer camp has the potential to help children grow and learn. There is a lot that must happen before the children arrive to ensure the best possible experience for each and every one of them. I spent the beginning of my summer at Boulder Ridge Day Camp in Barkhamsted, CT getting the camp prepared for the arrival of campers and staff members. I learned about the legal requirements of running a camp as well as the requirements of the American Camp Association. I was able to expand upon the knowledge I had acquired through my experiences at camp both as a camper and a staff member to gain a greater appreciation for the work required to run and operate a day camp.