This time of year, camp directors and managers are in the midst of preparing for the summer camp season. Whether it’s a day camp, sleepaway camp, summer sports camp, or an after school camp, there are things to prepare and a checklist of questions to ask before the season gets under way.
Questions to Ask When Buying Supplies for Camp
Being a decision-maker in the camp preparation process means you have a lot on your plate. It’s important to make the most of your time and resources, starting with your mindset and methods. Ask yourself these questions when starting the camp preparation process:
Are There Comments From Last Year to Use When Planning?
Before putting together plans for this year’s events and activities, consider any comments or suggestions you received last year or in other previous years. Did camp attendees have a favorite activity? Did parents offer any insight into what they would like to see their children participate in at your camp?
Feedback from attendees and their families can be incredibly useful when it comes to building a list of activities and plans that bring campers back year after year. Of course, every camp has its own set of goals, but returning campers and recommendations from camp attendees and their families are invaluable. Bringing their favorite activities back or adding new activities based on comments or suggestions are both great ways to keep things fresh and exciting.
Do You Have the Basics Covered?
Your planned camp activities might not include arts & crafts or nature exploration, but it certainly doesn’t hurt to have the bases covered in case of bad weather or other unpredictable events. Part of successful preparation for camp season is having the right tools on hand when you need them. Here are some of the most popular camp tools and supplies:
- Construction Paper
- Pastels
- Elmers Glue
- Watercolor Paint
- Colored Pencils
- Headphones
- Notebooks
- Potting Soil
- Musical Egg Shakers
- Rest Mats
- Compasses
Are There New Activities You Need to Buy For?
If you’ve been doing some research, have adopted a new list of games, or are incorporating some suggested activities into the plans, you might need new supplies or tools that you didn’t need in previous years. You also might want to take a look at what you have left over from last year and make sure that what you have is still in working condition. There are few things worse than flat basketballs or broken crayons when you need them!
Take some time to browse through the wide range of games and activities perfect for camps available online.
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Camp Supplies & Tools Available Online
When it comes to preparing for camp, it might feel like there’s no way to have it all covered. We have thousands of camp products and supplies available online, and it might be all you need to take the edge off the stress of planning for a new camp season. Spend some time in categories like Special Needs, Physical Education, Arts & Crafts, and Science to help give your camp attendees a truly exceptional experience this year.
