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Clothier, Grant M. – Camping Magazine, 1986
Advocates restoring vision of early outdoor education leaders for the welfare of children and the strengthening of society through enlightened policy of recruitment, sensitive appraisal of camp activities, and realistic staff training programs. Details purposes and activities to include in 15-25 hour staff field training model. (NEC)
Descriptors: Camping, Educational Objectives, Models, Outdoor Education
Edwards, John A. – Camping Magazine, 1987
Reviews child developmental stages proposed by Piaget and Erikson. Suggests camping can provide a relief valve for children pressured by society to grow up too quickly. Recommends evaluation of three program areas--readiness of child for camp, appropriateness of camp activities for age group; design of camp schedule to reduce stress. (LFL)
Descriptors: Behavior Standards, Camping, Childhood Needs, Coping
Knapp, Clifford – Camping Magazine, 1987
Provides selected 14-item outdoor-environmental education bibliography and 20-item checklist of factors weekend/summer camp directors should consider when pondering entry into the outdoor education market. Covers issues of camp philosophy, staff, facilities additions/alterations, equipment, food service, competition, environmental impact,…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Camping, Check Lists, Economic Factors
