It's really a lot of work. I knew this would be a challenge, and it's been just about as difficult as I thought it would be. I'm going to grow a lot this summer.
Every camper is so unique, and has very particular needs. For some, something as simple as explaining what they want to eat can be a challenge. Others need constant supervision so that they don't run off or hurt themselves. Our ratio of counselors to campers is about 1:2.
In my particular cabin, I work with three other counselors. I'm technically the "Team Leader," but that basically means I have a little more responsibility when it comes to paperwork. My team members are real self motivators and are awesome to work with. Half the time when I go to do something, I find that they have already taken care of it. I pretty much think I have the best team in the camp.
Our campers have an average age of about 49. There are six of them, and mostly independent in regards to daily routines like bathing and brushing teeth. Even so, they must be supervised at all times and need help much in the same way a young child would. They are pretty good about going to bed, but get up really early which has left us a bit tired.
Things are going well. I'm experiencing the challenge that I wanted to experience, but it's fun and interesting as well. The campers are endearing...
7:00ish --> Wake up. Get ready.
7:30 - 8:15 --> Meds. Get ready.
8:30 --> Breakfast.
After breakfast - 10:00 --> Clean up cabins and camp.
10:00 - 12:30 --> Various programmed activities (sports, arts and crafts, etc.)
12:30 --> Lunch
After lunch - 3:00pm --> Rest time.
3:00 - 5:00 --> Pool / Other activities
5:00 - 6:00 --> Free time with campers. Get ready for dinner.
6:00 --> Dinner
7:30 --> Nightly events (Ho-Down, Game Show, etc.)
9:00 - 9:30 --> Camper Bed Time
12:00 --> Counselor Bed Time
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