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.
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.
What is a special needs camp, and do you need experience to work at one? In this episode of The Summer Camp Rookie, Taylor shares her experience working at a Camp America special needs camp, the training and support she received, and why it became one of the most rewarding experiences of her life.
Applying for Camp America can feel overwhelming at first. In this episode of The Summer Camp Rookie, Jack breaks down the entire application process, from creating your profile and interview to getting placed at camp and attending your visa appointment. Get practical tips, common mistakes to avoid, and advice to help you navigate each stage with confidence.
Why do so many Camp America participants return year after year? In this video, returners from camps across the USA share what keeps drawing them back—from lifelong friendships and unforgettable campers to personal growth, adventure, and the unique sense of belonging known as the camp bubble.
Why do so many Camp America participants return summer after summer? In this episode of The Summer Camp Rookie, Chloe shares how camp transformed her confidence, why she kept going back, and what makes the returner experience so special.
Discover what it's really like to work as a lifeguard at a summer camp in America. Follow Jess through a typical day at camp as she helps children build confidence, develops valuable leadership skills, and experiences the fun, responsibility, and community that make Camp America so rewarding.
Meet Charlie, a first-time Camp America participant from Northamptonshire, England, who is spending his summer coaching football (soccer) at Chestnut Lake Camp. Discover why he chose to leave his comfort zone, how he's sharing his passion for the game with campers, and why meeting people from around the world has made his camp experience life-changing.
What is the Camp Bubble, and why do so many Camp America participants talk about it long after summer ends? In this episode of The Summer Camp Rookie, we explore the friendships, traditions, community, and sense of belonging that make camp feel like its own world.
