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Camp America
I live in the uk and my sister for the summer wants to work in "camp america" ~ has anyone ever worked there?If so tell anything about it,your experience what it is like
But if you've been there your self what is it like??Your experience what kind of things do you do??
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'Camp America' is a company, not an actual place. You can think of it like a job agency. People who want to work at American summer camps send in an application, have an interview, get a visa, and spend the summer living and working on an American summer camp. Camp Counsellors USA is a similar programme. A great non-profit company that does the same thing is called BUNAC.
I worked at a camp in America for eight years in a variety of positions, ending up as the director. Camps are widely varied, but most involve a large outdoor element. This can mean living in a cabin or tent, and spending all day every day outdoors. Camps have every activity you can imagine, including: swimming, sailing, acting, dance, photography, outdoor skills, archery, biking, football, etc.
There are two types of counsellors. General counsellors spend most of their day with kids, perhaps supporting them in activities and participating in everything. It's a great way to bond with kids and gain great experience. Specialist counsellors are people with experience or qualifications in a specific area - this involves teaching the actitivity to different groups of children.
Camps cater to every sort of child - religious, disadvantaged, scout, well off, special needs, weight loss, etc. Some camps also specialise in working with kids in a specific area, like horseback riding.
Chances are it is too late for your sister to be able to go this summer. The application process for any of the organisations is quite long. She can do research now, and then ask for brochures next November. If she applies early in the new year, chances are great the company will be able to find a job for her. Her chances are hugely improved if she has recent experience working with children generally or in a specific area. She can use this year to build those skills. She will need to be at least 18 years old. (And, of course, she can still check with the agencies now to see if it is too late to apply.)
Camp is very hard work, but an incredible experience. It's life changing for many people. You make lifelong friends, learn new skills, and spend a lot of time being silly. There's nothing quite like it.
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