Chapter 8

Help campers feel at home

Make the first day feel clear, kind, and easy to join.

What to plan

Start with these steps. You can work through them one at a time.

Read these in order, or choose the one you need.

Make the first hello and the first activity easier to join.

Tell campers what they need to know before they arrive.

A gentle way to meet people who like some of the same things.

Draw or write about a camp moment you want to remember.

Find out what the days are like and what your child may need.

What to ask before you join an adult camp without a friend.