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The Day Camp Pod - From Go Camp Pro
The Journey of a New Owner - with Jason Samuel - The Day Camp Pod #117
Find full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/day-camp-pod/new-owner-jason
Want to own your own camp? Here is the perfect case study from Jason Samuel!
We've had a series of awesome podcasts this season with inspiring stories about making the jump to being a director or even an owner operator. Since we shared the Jonathan Gold podcast with our friends Howie and Kelly on the Camp Owners Pod, they're sharing back another great podcast with Andy’s former camp sidekick Jason Samuel, who recently found his way to becoming a camp owner operator himself.
We're proud of you, Jason! This is the Day Camp Pod.
Highlights:
- 00:00 Introduction to the Episode
- 00:30 Podcast Overview and Sponsors
- 02:25 Introducing Jason Samuel & Jason's Journey into Camping
- 07:27 The Appeal of Day Camps
- 09:07 Purchasing The Nature Place
- 15:30 Networking and Finding Camps for Sale
- 21:56 Financing the Camp Purchase
- 30:53 Navigating Lease Agreements
- 34:23 Making Improvements and Investments
- 37:26 Transition Challenges and Communication
- 46:42 Lessons Learned and Advice
- 52:46 Rapid Fire Questions
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Your Hosts:
- Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps
- Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines Ranch
- Jason Samuel - Owner & Director - The Nature Place
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Sponsors:
Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who help make this Go Camp Pro podcast possible:
- AMSkier
- AMSkier is a leading insurance and strategic partner for many of the finest camps in America. AMSkier partners with camps to provide public relations, legal, medical, behavior support and more - Experience the AMSkier difference. Learn more at amskier.com.
- Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS)
- Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. Our team of Recreation Specialists is here to help you design the ultimate space. Let’s take your camp to the next level – because we’re serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/
- CampMinder
- Campminder has the most robust offerings of features out there. But more importantly, every feature works together to create a full, seamless system that helps camps run more efficiently. Visit them today at campminder.com
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