Campfire Starters
(Attention Grabbers)
(Attention Grabbers)
A simple phrase that you can use to get campers' attention
What is "When I say camp you say rocks" (Camp "ROCKS"...)
Name a good time of day to play passive games
What is during waiting periods (before swim, before lunch)
Name 3 challenges you may face
What is uneven participation, conflits and time management
List 3 things that are included in the schedule
What is facility, planned activity and time
Task that should be done before and after entering a new space
What is a head count
Why do we use attention grabbers?
What is, to maintain structure and flow during programs?
Name a passive game with minimal equipment
What is "push-catch", "big rock paper scissor game", "huckle buckle", "human chain" or "wink murder"
Name 1 way to prevent uneven participation from quiet or disengaged campers
What is assign roles to campers or invite quieter campers
Name the 3 types of manuals that we will be using at camps
What is multisport, varsity and recreation
System for campers to use when walking from point A to B
What is the buddy system
Why are attention grabbers important in group facilitation?
What is to quickly regain attention in a loud/active environment
Name a passive game with minimal facility
What is "squirt", "Simon says", "never can tell" or "riddle"
Name 1 way to prevent conflicts between campers
What is set clear expectations or calm redirection
How many times a week are the 3 sports (multisport) expected to be played
What is at least twice a week
What to do before getting ready to transition
What is give a clear heads-up before transitioning (i.e., 2 minutes before we head to lunch)
What NOT to do when getting campers' attention
What is yelling "stop" or "arrête" at the campers.
What can passive games also be used for
What is a great way to play to get to know each other
Name 1 way to stay on top of time management
What is flexible backup plans or keep an eye on the time (ex., watches)
What does the time indicate on the weekly schedule
What is the time you must be AT the facility and what time you must LEAVE the facility
How should campers act in the hallways
What is indoor voices and respect camp rules
What does engagement mean in a camp setting
What is the energy, attention and enthusiasm that both campers and counselors bring.
A key tip to remember when planning to play a passive game
What is be flexible ~ if a game isn't working switch it up
Biggest camp challenge
What is parents
What should you not forget about the camp you are running
What is that camp games are fun, but don't forget the camp you are running
Key behaviour from HC/CCs to help make transitions smooth
What is positive reinforcement?