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The Day Camp Pod - From Go Camp Pro
Scenario Planning 101 - Camp Ahead #2
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/campahead/scenario-planning-101
Exploring Camp Futures: Key Drivers and Scenario Planning
In this episode of Camp Ahead, hosts Joe, Jess, and KJ expand on the idea of scenario planning as an essential tool for thinking about the future. They discuss key drivers such as climate change, economics, demographics, technological advancements, and social shifts that can shape the next decade of summer camps. Through imaginative scenario planning, they aim to prepare the industry for both positive and challenging futures. Tune in as they explore the potential impacts of AI, climate mitigation, and more on the world of summer camps.
- 01:46 Recap and Introduction to Scenario Planning
- 05:33 Key Drivers for the Future of Camps: Economic and Staff Considerations
- 07:55 Environmental and Technological Impacts on Camps
- 15:09 Social Drivers and Equity in Future Camps
- 20:33 Imagining Positive Futures: Pronoia vs. Paranoia
- 25:36 The Impact of Camp and Nature
- 26:04 Funding and Philanthropy in Camping
- 29:31 The Value of Experiential Learning
- 30:12 Community and Indigenous Relationships
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Episode Links:
- The Book: Imaginable by Jane McGonigal:
- https://poe.com/UOScenarioCreator
- https://urgentoptimists.org/
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Our Hosts:
Jess Elfring-Roberts - Executive Director, Episcopal Camps & Conference Centers
Joe Richards - Executive Director, Pearce Williams Summer Camp and Retreat Facility
KJ Williams - Camp Director, Phantom Lake YMCA Camp
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Sponsors:
A huge thanks to our sponsors for making this possible.
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