Explore the Experience
Real stories, real camps, real summers. Watch videos from Camp America participants across the USA and get a glimpse of the adventure, friendships and memories waiting for you.
What is Camp America really like? Follow Phoebe's journey from nervous first-time participant to confident returner in this documentary exploring friendship, homesickness, personal growth, camp life, and the life-changing impact of spending a summer working at camp in America.
What culture shock should you expect when working at a summer camp in America? In this episode of The Summer Camp Rookie, we explore the differences between UK and US culture, from humour and communication styles to food, transport, sports, and everyday life at camp.
Spend your summer leading outdoor activities in America. From climbing and mountain biking to helping children overcome fears and build confidence, discover what it's really like working in an outdoor adventure role with Camp America.
What should you pack for Camp America? How do you prepare for camp life in the USA? In this episode of The Summer Camp Rookie, we cover everything from packing lists and travel tips to making friends, planning post-camp travel, and avoiding common mistakes before your summer begins.
Life at camp is way more than just campfires and s’mores — it’s adventure, adrenaline, unforgettable friendships, and experiences that will stay with you long after summer ends. Thinking of joining the adventure? Watch this video to discover why Camp America is no ordinary summer.
Why do so many people say they made their best friends through Camp America? In this episode of The Summer Camp Rookie, we explore how camp friendships form, why they often feel different from friendships at home, and how a single summer can create connections that last a lifetime.
What is it like teaching watersports at a summer camp in America? From sailing and kayaking to building confidence and making lifelong friends, hear from Camp America participants spending their summer on the water while developing new skills, working with children, and experiencing life in the USA.
Meet Jack from Melbourne, Australia, who swapped life as a civil engineer for a summer teaching watersports at camp in the USA. Discover what it's like working as a Waterfront Instructor, helping children learn to water ski, driving boats, and spending your summer outdoors on the lake.