CONTENTS
8 Letter from the Editor
CampMinder’s Founder and CEO, Dan Konigsberg, on why collaboration, community and technology continue to move the camp industry forward.
10 Just Another Manic Monday
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Take a glimpse into day camp management in the Digital Age through a story of daily transportation and attendance.
TECH TOOLS 14 The Virtual Road Show
Tour Google Hangouts and discover how your camp can turn living room visits into a virtual experience — without losing the personal touch.
16 Adventures in Pinterest & Instagram
Kamp Kohut takes us along for the ride as they explore these social platforms. Benefit from the insights and best practices they’ve uncovered so far.
18 Going Gangnam for Video
Your camp probably produces videos for promotion, but are you leveraging all that video can do? Tap into the world of viral video exposure with a formula for success.
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CCUSA is a designated US State Department J-1 visa sponsor. We provide the highest quality and widest cultural selection of international staff in the camping industry. With over 25 years of experience, let CCUSA help ‘bring the world’ to your camp this summer! CCUSA is fully integrated with CampMinder.
20 Javi’s Hot List
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CampMinder’s go-to IT guy, Javier Pire, highlights some savvy & inexpensive IT solutions your camp can to put into action.
24 Tablets and Nature Walks
Can tech and camp go hand in hand? Take a look at how the New York YMCA Camp is enhancing its campers’ programs through technology.
26 Stop Guessing, Start Managing
Director of Camp Manitou, Jon Deren, offers advice on how to effectively use reports for camp management. Put your data to work and analyze the right information to make decisions.
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COVER Three generations of campers at Camp Saugatuck pose for a photo.
30 Click Me if You Can
www.ccusa.com • 1800 999 2267 • [email protected]
Online ads are a great way to market your camp, but are you spinning your wheels with an outdated approach? Learn how to hone your efforts to get results.
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