Ben's Experience...

I grew up fantasising about traveling America and it was the best thing I ever did!"

"I grew up fantasising about traveling America and it was the best thing I ever did!"

General Counsellor

Duration

3 Summers

Name

Ben

Location

New York

Camp Type

Day Camp

General Counsellor

Duration

3 Summers

Location

New York

Name

Ben

Camp Type

Day Camp

Camp Name: Green Chimneys Summer Camp

Role on Camp: Head Staff/Camp Counsellor/1:1 Counsellor

Location of Camp: New York

Camp Type: Day Camp

Why did you apply to work at camp?

“The American Dream” – I grew up fantasising about traveling America and I heard about Camp America whilst in my first year of University. I was also very good at working with kids so I thought this was the best thing to do for my summer break. The rest is history.

What Was a Typical Day Like?

Wake Up. Breakfast. Morning Songs. Then Take Part In Exciting Camp Activities All Day. You basically just have fun and entertain hyper America kids for the day.

Favourite thing about America?

The fact that they have so many National Parks! (And the Food, Everything is Supersized)

What Type of Camp Was Yours?

My Camp was a Day Camp (Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm) which meant the campers left to go home each day and we had evenings and weekends off. I think this gave me a good balance of camp life and gave me some free time to relax and travel. I was a little anxious about this camp type at first because it wasn’t the traditional type of camp I heard about before applying but I was pleasantly surprised at how amazing it was. I would recommend a Day Camp!

Best part about working on camp?

How literally everyday is different. The campers and activities all make each day very spontaneous. The best part is you get to be a role model to the campers (even if you don’t try to be) and help create lasting memories with them.

Favourite Part of Your Day?

At the end of the day when you see that all the campers have had the best day having fun! Priceless moments. (Colour War was my favourite event/activity)