Daily Due's
Where do we put items that campers leave behind at the end of the day?
What is: The Lost and Found bin/designated area (Stage).
Which specific half of the gym are we permitted to use when it is time for Gym Games?
What is: The back half of the gym.
Where are the first-aid kits located?
What is: The front desk and the stage room.
A camper realizes at noon that they forgot their lunchbox and water bottle at home. What do you do?
What is: Immediately notify a camp director or site leader so they can contact the parent or arrange for a backup camp lunch/water. Never let a kid go hungry!
True or False: Are field trips the only days you have to wear your camp STAFF shirt?
What is: False. Staff t-shirts are a must on field trips but also encouraged on thrilling Thursdays!
Name the 4 main activity stations of camp that groups rotate through.
What is: Gym, Playground, Field, Craft
When your group leaves the rec center to head to the playground, what is the exact procedure for crossing the street safely?
What is: Counselors must stand in the middle of the crosswalk/street as "human stop signs" to block traffic while campers cross in an organized line.
What is the primary role of a Junior Counselor at camp?
What is: A junior counselor will be appointed at one of the stations for the day and will be able to help and set up that area. They can also be appointed to a group if they may need extra help!
Where are the two places you can find gym equipment, and where is the ball pump for when they get low?
What is: Gym storage and basketball rack out by front desk. The ball pump resides in the bottom back drawer up by the front desk as well.
You are trying to run the scheduled gym game, but 95% the group is whining that they are tired of it. What should you do?
What is: Pivot! Read the room, transition to a quick backup group game that you know they like or introduce a fun twist to the current game to revive their energy.
A camper falls and scrapes their knee. It's a minor injury, but blood is present. What is the very first thing you must put on before helping them?
What is: Wash and clean the area, then use a band aid or any other first-aid material as seen fit
Its a hot day outside, but you just got out there from being inside, and you already have a group of kids complaining and suddenly needing to use the bathroom and fill their water bottle. What could you do to avoid this?
What is: Before heading outside, get a raise of hands of those needing to use the bathroom/fill their water before. Once already outside, they must use the outdoor bathrooms, so make sure they understand that!
If you wake up sick or have an emergency and cannot make it to work, what are the two things you must do immediately?
What is: Contact one of the Camp Directors or Site Leaders directly (via phone call/text) as early as possible and ensure your shift coverage is being looked into.
On a rainy day, what rooms do we pivot to and what stations are they replacing?
What is: Exercise room and multi-purpose 2, which replaces the field and gym stations
What are some signs of heat exhaustion and what are some ways you could help prevent that from happening?
What is: Heavy sweating, pale skin, dizziness, weakness and fatigue. Consistent water breaks on hotter days, along with utilizing shade and convenient time outs to allow everyone to catch their breath.
What are the colors of our camp groups? Bonus if you can get each age group as well!
What is: Blue 5-6, Green 7-8, Red 9-10, Orange 11-12
A camper comes up to you at the end of the day and say's that they are going home with their buddy today. You have no information, and haven't heard anything about a different pickup, but the kids are friends and have left together before. What is your move?
What is: Ask either a director or site leader and double check if they have any info. More likely than not, they were informed at drop-off this morning and just haven't got word to you yet!
DAILY DOUBLE
You are completely unsure how to play the scheduled game of the day, and your co-counselors know either. The campers are looking at you waiting to start. What do you do?
What is: Ask the Junior Counselor that's stationed there, they should have a good grasp. If none are there, you can always ask a site leader, and they will come in and demonstrate a round for you!
You are outside on the playground when a camper suddenly comes running up to you and says they've been stung by a bee. You ask and they aren't sure if they are allergic. What can you do to find out if they are, and what are your next moves to ensure their safety?
What is: All allergies of any camper are written on the bottom of your attendance sheet. Get in immediate contact with a site leader and or director and bring the child inside for further evaluation.
You have a camper who is completely miserable. It is day three of camp; they refuse to participate in any activities, they cry quietly during morning meeting because they want their mom, and they are actively bringing down the energy of the rest of the group. What is your long-term strategy throughout the day to turn their camp experience around?
What is: Do not force them into the spotlight or punish them for low energy. Instead, use the "Secret Sidekick" strategy. Give them a special, high-status "staff helper" job that keeps them distracted and feeling important (e.g., “Hey, I need an official scorekeeper for this game,” or “Can you help me carry the art supplies?”). You could also pair them up during free play with one of your most empathetic, welcoming campers to naturally build a friendship peer-to-peer. Keep communication open with the Director so the parents can be updated on their progress at the end of the day!