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Date: 2006-08-01 18:45:27

Canada Camps - eNEWSLETTER, August 2006


The magazine for Canadian camp professionals

eNEWSLETTER - August 2006

Come summertime, mainstream media takes the time to report on happenings in the camp industry. Here are links to just a few samples of how the North American camp industry has made "the news."

Christian camping meets science

Summer camp caters to gay teens

James Loney accuses Catholic camp of shutting down because he is gay

Real-estate bug taking a bite out of summer-camp experience

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The Stalker
Materials: Stones and blindfolds
Instructions: Half the group is given blindfolds to wear. These players are placed in a scattered formation within the boundaries of the playing area. A stone is placed between their feet, but not touching them. The other half of the group (the ones without blindfolds) begin to stalk the blindfolded players in an effort to obtain the stone from between their feet. In an attempt to pinpoint a stalker, the blindfolded players may point to a sound. If a stalker is there, the two players switch positions. Stalkers try to collect as many stones as possible without being caught.

When Pigs Fly
Instructions: Campers stand in a group facing the leader. Each child should have enough room to make full "flapping" movements with their arms. The leader calls out "Ducks Fly," "Owls Fly," "Pigs Fly," and so on. If the animal that is called out really does fly, the children should continue flapping their "wings." If the animal is the type that does not fly, then the children should stop flapping.

Adverb Game
Instructions: One camper leaves the group for a few minutes, while other campers choose an adverb (e.g., slowly). When the camper returns, he or she must find out what the adverb is by asking people to do things “that way” (e.g., "shake hands that way," so they would shake hands very slowly). If a member doesn’t want to, or can’t do what he or she says, he or she should therefore say, “I don’t want to,” very slowly. After each command the camper makes a guess at the word; he or she can continue until he or she guesses — or give up.

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Escape's Electric Fun Boat has a built-in electric water cannon that draws water from a lake for continuous spray. Big enough for two kids, or for an adult and child, the boat has a centre-mounted motor so it spins easily. Its features include: automatic motor shut-off switch — motor stops when handle is released; exclusive Blunt EdgeT prop; a speed of 3 to 3.5 miles per hour; battery status lights to check when its time to head to shore for a recharge; and a run time of eight hours.

Oconto Paddles are crafted in a variety of shapes and sizes. The standard Oconto paddles are crafted in 36, 48, 50, 54, 57, 60 and 63 inches. Custom lengths are also available. The blade area varies, depending on the length of the paddle. The paddles come in a variety of blade types, including: the ottertail; the modified ottertail, preferred solo paddle; the woodland blade, designed for paddlers who enjoy tripping all day long; the tripper, preferred by canoeists who enjoy a long slow stroke when they are paddling; and the beavertail and other custom style paddles that are available upon request.

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Sept. 11-12, 2006: Resident Camp Conference. Hosted by the New York Section of the American Camp Association.

Sept. 30, 2006: Ben Appelbaum Day Camp Conference. Hosted by the New York Section of the American Camp Association. Merrick, N.Y.

Nov. 12-15, 2006: CCI/CANADA National Conference. Mount Orford, Que.

Click here for a complete list of industry events

Buyer's Guide

A complete list of companies selling products and services to Canadian camps from coast to coast.

Marketing to New Canadians

A look at how camps can begin attracting new clientele, particuarly ones not famliar with the camp concept.

Understanding Camp Technology

From online photos to camp management software to one-way e-mails, technology has hit the wonderful world of camp.

Product Focus

Camp Software

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