The Intentional Camp: Putting More Muscle in the Mission of Character & Youth Development
This inspiring book is packed with practical, step-by-step methods, tons of examples, and Michael’s original, fun, creative activities that you won’t find anywhere else, for camps, youth programs, afterschool programs, and others.
Make sure staff are building outstanding character qualities in young people every day, including confidence, kindness, respect, responsibility, teamwork, creativity, and more.
Learn exactly how to develop and involve your Leadership Team in supporting staff to accomplish youth development.
Make your staff training more useful, motivating, participatory, and exciting.
284 pages
This inspiring book is packed with practical, step-by-step methods, tons of examples, and Michael’s original, fun, creative activities that you won’t find anywhere else, for camps, youth programs, afterschool programs, and others.
Make sure staff are building outstanding character qualities in young people every day, including confidence, kindness, respect, responsibility, teamwork, creativity, and more.
Learn exactly how to develop and involve your Leadership Team in supporting staff to accomplish youth development.
Make your staff training more useful, motivating, participatory, and exciting.
284 pages
This inspiring book is packed with practical, step-by-step methods, tons of examples, and Michael’s original, fun, creative activities that you won’t find anywhere else, for camps, youth programs, afterschool programs, and others.
Make sure staff are building outstanding character qualities in young people every day, including confidence, kindness, respect, responsibility, teamwork, creativity, and more.
Learn exactly how to develop and involve your Leadership Team in supporting staff to accomplish youth development.
Make your staff training more useful, motivating, participatory, and exciting.
284 pages
“Highly recommended! Any camp professional—from four-decade executive director to first-year counselor—can read this and learn how to make camp more effective in building great character.” — Steve Baskin, Chair, National Board of Directors, American Camp Association; Co-Owner, Camp Champions, Camp Pinnacle, Everwood Day Camp
“An absolute “home run!” Incredible insight and detail and lots of great examples to get people started. This is a must-read for anyone interested in growing strong and happy young people…A brilliant, step-by-step guide to creating intentional, mission-driven camp experiences for all camp participants.” — Lucia and Dave Thoensen, Owners/Directors, Tamarak Day Camp (IL)
“Fantastic! This book reflects very clearly why I consider Michael Brandwein the best in the business! If you are a camp professional who wants to grow character in the campers and staff you serve, I believe this is THE most important book you can read.” — Tom Elliott, Assoc. Executive Director, Camp Tecumseh YMCA (IN)
“Bravo! This wonderful book is a roadmap to life-changing summers for millions of kids. Michael Brandwein is a master in helping youth development professionals to use intentionality and fun to grow strong and healthy young people, so today’s kids can thrive in tomorrow’s world.” — Scott Brody, Former National Board Chair, American Camp Association, Owner/Director; Camps Kenwood & Evergreen (NH)
“Inspiring! Michael Brandwein is a master at presenting unique, practical strategies and teaching tools to engage and connect with today’s youth. His clear, fresh, and detailed examples, and funny delivery, make this engaging, stand-out book a must-have for those working with young people.“ — Meg Clark, Board of Directors, American Camping Foundation, Owner/Director, Camp Waldemar (TX)
“This invaluable, must-read book is a game-changer for camp and school leaders dedicated to character and youth development. Packed with practical strategies and creative activities, this is a clear and actionable roadmap to make camp experiences more meaningful and impactful.” — SPARC (Summer Programs Auxiliary Revenue Collaborative), Bob Rojee, Sr. Advisor, Nat Saltonstall, Executive Director
“A remarkable book! Brandwein has given the camp community a rare gift in this manual, complete with step-by-step examples and thought-provoking activities that seamlessly guide camping professionals to define their mission.” — Gabe Chernov, President, Midwest Assoc. of Independent Camps; Owner/Director, Birch Trail Camp (WI)
