I’m a big fan of summer camp.  I grew up in a small town and didn’t have an opportunity to meet many people outside of my school and town.  Every summer, I headed to Craig County Virginia on the other side of the state to hike, meet other people, and totally disconnect from my little world.  I had the opportunity to dance to Stairway to Heaven with new friends, slide down ravines, dig in creeks for crawdads, and climb a mountain.  Those were the days before cell phones, tablets, TV binge watching, etc.  Even then, the experience being in the great outdoors was extra-special.

Today, summer camp gives kids an even greater opportunity to disconnect and actually socially interact with others!  The American Camp Association cites many benefits of the camp experience on their website:  http://www.acacamps.org/press-room/benefits-of-camp/psychological-aspects

Now is a great time to explore camping options for your children.  Need help researching options?  Your Employee Assistance Program can help.  Contact us or conduct a self-search on our website.  You may also be interested in spending a week as a counselor.  Let’s all take time to get outside and disconnect!