Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/the-pudding/impact-of-research

In the first episode of the second season of 'The Pudding,' hosts Dr. Mandy Baker and Travis Allison invite Victoria Povilaitis, Director of Program Innovation at Tim Horton Foundation Camps, to discuss the exciting developments and research initiatives in camp programming. Victoria shares her insights on the program quality and artistic methods used to enhance camper experiences. She details the Impact 365 measurement approach and explains the importance of inclusivity and diverse perspectives in modern camp research. The conversation also touches on the evolving role of camps in fostering positive youth development, the significance of social and emotional learning, and the innovative project of bringing camp experiences directly to children in schools.

Episode Guide

• 00:00 Welcome to Season Two!
• 00:29 Meet Victoria Povilaitis
• 01:42 Inside Tim's Camps
• 02:34 New Programming Initiatives
• 03:38 Understanding Program Quality
• 05:09 The Five C's of Youth Development
• 11:31 Victoria's Journey into Camp Research
• 19:09 Current Research Projects at Tim's Camps
• 27:13 The Impact of Smartphones at Camp
• 30:41 Future Directions in Camp Research
• 33:59 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Your Hosts:

• Dr. Mandi Baker, Researcher - Summer Camp, Outdoor Recreation, Sociology and Hospitality/Tourism - getlamped@gmail.com
• Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro - travis@gocamp.pro
• Victoria Povilaitis, Director, Program Innovation - Tim Hortons Foundation Camps

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The American Camp Association - Illinois

The American Camp Association of Illinois is made up of nearly 289,000 members, volunteers, campers, families, and professionals who believe in the power of camp. We work to disrupt the effects of poverty by providing fundamental services for children and families, and learning opportunities for camp professionals. Learn more about ACA Illinois by visiting acail.org.

Camptivities

You know the impact you want camp to make in a child’s life. But figuring out the day-to-day details can be overwhelming. Let Camptivities help you make that impact by streamlining the creation of your camp activity schedules. Schedule a demo at camptivities.com.

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/the-pudding/camp-researchers

Our guests, Victoria Povilaitis, Lori Brown, and Jake Sorenson, are not your typical academics. They are the frontline champions of camp research, dedicated to unveiling the intricate ways camps contribute to community building, character building and emotional growth. From the playful yet practical enhancements at Tim Hortons Foundation Camps to the community-driven research of the American Camp Association and the spiritual connections at Christian summer camps through Sacred Playgrounds, each guest brings a wealth of knowledge and a shared passion for nurturing the next generation.

Tune in to hear more about:

• Our Camp Researchers Share Their Current Projects
• Understanding Character Development in Youth
• The Research’s Impact on the Wider Industry
• Exploring the Gaps and Future of Camp Research

• Dr. Mandi Baker, Researcher - Summer Camp, Outdoor Recreation, Sociology and Hospitality/Tourism - getlamped@gmail.com
• Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro - travis@gocamp.pro
• Victoria Povilaitis, Director, Program Innovation - Tim Hortons Foundation Camps
• Laurie Browne, Sr. Director of Research and Education - American Camp Association
• Jacob Sorenson, Director and Lead Researcher - Sacred Playgrounds

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The American Camp Association - Illinois

The American Camp Association of Illinois is made up of nearly 289,000 members, volunteers, campers, families, and professionals who believe in the power of camp. We work to disrupt the effects of poverty by providing fundamental services for children and families, and learning opportunities for camp professionals. Learn more about ACA Illinois by visiting acail.org.

Camptivities

You know the impact you want camp to make in a child’s life. But figuring out the day-to-day details can be overwhelming. Let Camptivities help you make that impact by streamlining the creation of your camp activity schedules. Schedule a demo at camptivities.com.

Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/the-pudding/ethics

Mandi gives us a mini-masterclass on all things research and how it applies to both the formal and informal research that we conduct at our camp.

In this episode, we cover:

• What are the common ethics terms and basic ethical practices that camp practices that camp pros should be aware of?
• What are the overarching values that form the foundation of ethical oversight?
• What ethical practices should we consider when conducting research (both formal and informal) at our camps?
• How does academic and research integrity come into play when it comes to research? What does that have to do with how we ideate, innovate and communicate our research in the camp world?

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• Dr. Mandi Baker, Researcher - Summer Camp, Outdoor Recreation, Sociology and Hospitality/Tourism - getlamped@gmail.com
• Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro - travis@gocamp.pro

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The American Camp Association - Illinois

The American Camp Association of Illinois is made up of nearly 289,000 members, volunteers, campers, families, and professionals who believe in the power of camp. We work to disrupt the effects of poverty by providing fundamental services for children and families, and learning opportunities for camp professionals. Learn more about ACA Illinois by visiting acail.org.

Camptivities

You know the impact you want camp to make in a child’s life. But figuring out the day-to-day details can be overwhelming. Let Camptivities help you make that impact by streamlining the creation of your camp activity schedules. Schedule a demo at camptivities.com.