Podcasts about campers

Part 2 of Episode 1 It's the last day at Veth Brenatto's adventure camp, but with four campers lacking merit badges, Veth calls in a couple friends to teach some camp spirit...   BEACONWe're excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. YOUTUBE MEMBERS / TWITCH SUBSCRIBERSTwitch Subscribers and YouTube Members gain instant access to VODs of our shows, moderated live chats, and custom emojis & badges:https://www.youtube.com/criticalrole/joinhttps://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole   Due to the improv nature of Critical Role and other RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources 

What does ‘neighbourhood noir’ look like as a genre? Author Maryrose Cuskelly knows, and she discusses her latest novel The Campers, blending crime and psychological elements as well as contemporary issues. 00:00 Welcome04:43 Writing tip: The importance of practice10:26 WIN!: The Gatsby Gambit by Claire Anderson Wheeler13:01 Word of the week: ‘Galligaskins’15:00 Writer in residence: Maryrose Cuskelly18:01 Inspirations for The Campers21:38 Defining the genre22:12 Maryrose’s research and writing process26:43 Bringing the setting to life28:08 Incorporating COVID into the story29:35 Character development and choices31:09 Homelessness and social issues33:04 The writing process and fellowships36:29 Balancing writing and life38:48 Publicity and new projects44:36 Tips for crime writers45:58 Final thoughts Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 1 of Episode 1 It's the last day at Veth Brenatto's adventure camp, but with four campers lacking merit badges, Veth calls in a couple friends to teach some camp spirit...   BEACONWe're excited to bring you even MORE with a Beacon membership! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. YOUTUBE MEMBERS / TWITCH SUBSCRIBERSTwitch Subscribers and YouTube Members gain instant access to VODs of our shows, moderated live chats, and custom emojis & badges:https://www.youtube.com/criticalrole/joinhttps://www.twitch.tv/criticalrole   Due to the improv nature of Critical Role and other RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources 

Most people in Black Rock City live together in placed camps, aka theme camps, the most unique aspect of this unique event. There are 1200 camps in BRC. Somewhere at the intersection of Communal Effort, Self-Expression, and Immediacy, theme camps provide a uniquely decommodified ‘third place' of goods and services, and ambiance, offered as a gift. The annual Camp Symposium brings together staff and volunteers to share how they gift their interactive camps to participants. There's an art and a science to it. This is an episode of highlights about the art of it.Bryant Tan (aka Level Placerman): head of PlacementAndie Grace: Producer in the Philosophical CenterCharlie Dolman: Director of Event OperationsDA (aka Dominic Tinio): Environmental Restoration ManagerHarley K Dubois: Founder & Chief Cultural OfficerStuart Mangrum: Director of the Philosophical Centerand a keen crew of Placement Team volunteers BravoCosmicGovernessHepkittenHuntressKGBRazzmatazzListen to how it started, how it's going, and how Burners create these unique and interactive passion projects. Camps and Placement | Burning ManPlacement: About Us & VolunteeringCamp Support Team | Burning ManDe-bureaucratizing Your Burn (Burning Man LIVE 2025)Charlie Dolman · The Dust is in the Details (Burning Man LIVE 2022)Dark Angel of Black Rock & Restoration Destiny (Burning Man LIVE 2020) LIVE.BURNINGMAN.ORG

Send us a textToday, we welcome Nick Coursolle from Vancouver, Washington, who joined the Alaskan Campers team 18 months ago. Nick shares insights into his role, the company's history, and the significant recent updates they've implemented to modernize this legacy brand. We delve into the manufacturing innovations, the brand's marketing refresh, and exciting future plans including potential new models. Grab your favorite campfire beverage and hit the road with us as we explore the classic appeal and energetic future of Alaskan Campers!Support the showSpecial Thanks to our Supporters of the community: Capri Campers- Everything you need- Check there HERE! AFUERA COFFEE- DO GOOD, GO AFUERA! Use code smalltruckcampers for 10% off your next order! Chain Line Designs, best way to deal with camper jacks! Poseidon Bicycles- See them here! Use code "SMALLTRUCKCAMPERS" for 100$ off a bike!! Shop all the STC Merch here, and support the channel! For the Small Truck Campers website, click here!To check out our Instagram, click here!For our YouTube Channel, click here!Join our Facebook Group here!

Campers who like to go out into the boondocks to find a remote campsite sometimes fly drones to look ahead at what’s around the next bend. They can make better decisions with a bird’s eye view. Well, we’ll make better decisions about our lives if we trust God’s view . . . the one that sees around the bend and well into the future. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie brings some encouraging insights about the will of God and how it’ll keep us from being spiritually stranded in the boondocks. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Campers who like to go out into the boondocks to find a remote campsite sometimes fly drones to look ahead at what’s around the next bend. They can make better decisions with a bird’s eye view. Well, we’ll make better decisions about our lives if we trust God’s view . . . the one that sees around the bend and well into the future. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie brings some encouraging insights about the will of God and how it’ll keep us from being spiritually stranded in the boondocks. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello, Campers! Once again it is April Fool's Day, which means that here at Countermelody, we're doing another in my “Alternate Universe Bel Canto” series. This year the featured diva is Olive Middleton, still remembered by a certain kind of opera lover who adores fearless singers who throw caution, technique, and discretion to the winds. In the case of Middleton, she became, late in life, the lead soprano of the La Puma Opera Company (officially titled the La Puma Opera Workshop), where she fearlessly undertook the most challenging soprano roles of the operatic repertoire. Today, as last year, I am joined by my friend the redoubtable Thomas Bagwell, whose love of bad taste and cringe-worthy artistic expression surpasses even mine. We have a rollicking conversation about Middleton, interspersed with choice live selections from La Puma in the 1960s. Along the way, we discuss the “so bad it's good” phenomenon and its manifestations in film, on stage, and on the printed page, including an abominably bad poem about Olive that Thomas specifically for this episode. In the end, we arrive at many conclusions, first and foremost that singers like Middleton were motivated, in the words of John Ardoin, “a love for singing, a love for music, a love for her audience. She disperses this primary element in unstinting fashion, sharing with her public a devotion to and pursuit of art that is surely without parallel.” If you have not yet experienced the force of nature (and mind over matter) that is Olive Middleton, you are in for a listening experience like none you have ever had! Countermelody is a podcast devoted to the glory and the power of the human voice raised in song. Singer and vocal aficionado Daniel Gundlach explores great singers of the past and present focusing in particular on those who are less well-remembered today than they should be. Daniel's lifetime in music as a professional countertenor, pianist, vocal coach, voice teacher, and journalist yields an exciting array of anecdotes, impressions, and “inside stories.” At Countermelody's core is the celebration of great singers of all stripes, their instruments, and the connection they make to the words they sing. By clicking on the following link (https://linktr.ee/CountermelodyPodcast) you can find the dedicated Countermelody website which contains additional content including artist photos and episode setlists. The link will also take you to Countermelody's Patreon page, where you can pledge your monthly or yearly support at whatever level you can afford.

#484 USAT CEO Vic Brumfield   Welcome Welcome to Episode #484 of the 303 Endurance Podcast. We're your hosts Coaches Rich Soares and April Spilde. Thanks for joining us for another week of endurance news, coaching tips and discussion.  This week we have a special interview with USAT CEO, Vic Brumfield! We are super excited to have Vic on 303 to share USA Triathlon's Mission, Vision and Purpose and Elevate 2028 - roadmap to the LA Olympic games! April, how excited are you for this interview?  April -​​ This is the interview of the year right here, Rich, and I love that we got to feature Vic and the USA Triathlon mission on the 303!   Show Sponsor: UCAN UCAN created LIVSTEADY as an alternative to sugar based nutrition products. LIVSTEADY was purposefully designed to work with your body, delivering long-lasting energy you can feel. Whether UCAN Energy Powders, Bars or Gels, LIVSTEADY's unique time-release profile allows your body to access energy consistently throughout the day, unlocking your natural ability to finish stronger and recover more quickly! Thanks buddy! Let me tell you about today's action packed episode! We've got a lot of great things happening that we can't wait to share. First up,    In Today's Show Announcements and News Ask A Coach - Feature Interview with USAT CEO Vic Brumfield Get Gritty: G2G Camp Series! TriDot Workout of the Week: Building 75's Fun Segment: Life in the Fast Lane!   Announcements and News: Upcoming Programming - Our March focus will be on running. Apr. 5 - Author of The ONE Thing, Jay Papasan to help us find that lead domino and create habits for success Public Service Announcement Ironman Announced Banned Running Shoes for 2025 Season – Triathlete 2025 IRONMAN Competition Rules - English Version_25 February 2025.pdf World Triathlon approves updates on the Competition Rules   G2G Spring Training Camp - Training Camp May 17-18 - Swim Focus in C.Springs and Chatfield May 24-25 - Bike Focus - Chatfield/Chatfield May 31-June 1 Run Focus - Boulder/Boulder Grit2Greatness Endurance Website and Social Media - Come check out our new coaching  Website - Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching Facebook page @grit2greatnessendurance Ask A Coach Sponsor: G2G Endurance What's the difference between a good triathlete and a GREAT one? Smart training. And that's where we come in! At Grit2Greatness Endurance Coaching, we've teamed up with TriDot to bring you easy onboarding, custom workouts, and data-driven insights that actually make a difference. Try it free for two weeks—then keep the momentum going for as little as $14.99/month. Sign up through Coach April's or Coach Rich's link in our show notes, and let's start training like you mean it! Coach April Spilde April.spilde@tridot.com TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/aprilspilde    Coach Rich Soares Rich.soares@tridot.com Rich Soares Coaching TriDot Signup - https://app.tridot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares RunDot Signup - https://app.rundot.com/onboard/sign-up/richsoares   Ask A Coach: Interview with Vic Brumfield Joining us on the podcast today is Victoria Brumfield, the dynamic new CEO of USA Triathlon. Victoria embodies all the qualities of an outstanding leader—she's collaborative, creative, forward-thinking, service-oriented, and thrives on tackling challenges. With her clear vision for the future of the organization and the sport, along with her diverse expertise and unparalleled passion, she's uniquely equipped to elevate both USA Triathlon and the triathlon and multisport community across the country. As the driving force behind the ambitious 2028 Strategic Plan, Victoria is set to inspire and empower as she leads the way toward a bright future for the sport we all love. Post Interview: Rich: 1. From two truths and a lie - grew up riding horses and then doing standup comedy in NYC, how she found it using both sides of her brain. 2. Rebuilding the team and Tim Yount and gelling as an organization. 3. Getting the word out to tell the industry and world what they are doing and why - super honored to be a part of that strategy in a tangential way. 4. Definitely see the momentum Vic and the team are building. It would be a fun team to be a part of. Get Gritty Tip: Spring Camp Spring Training Camp Last week we talked about Spring Cleaning and Training Tips. Hopefully you are well on your way to having everything tuned, tightened, charged, repaired, bought, etc. I personally went to the bike store on Saturday and bought rim tape, tubes, Co2, Chamois Butt'r, citrus degreaser and more.   This week we are diving into Training Camps and why the Grit2Greatness Training Camp Series is a great way to learn, connect and train!   Each day will start with the first half of the day being dedicated to the focus of the camp. This applies to both days of the camp, Saturday and Sunday.  There will be a mid-day refuel before afternoon training. We want the camp to be compatible with your race preparation, so there is time planned for your race rehearsal and long runs.There will be plenty of support for those going long.  Saturdays will end with a social hour where we wind down with refreshments and nutrition that doesn't involve gels and bars. Details to be announced with Campers. Sundays will end after the long run with a Camper Awards Ceremony recognizing podium performance for most engaged, most improved and most supportive to others. Not ready to be a Camper? Try being a Volunteer! We love Volunteers! We will also have a volunteer signup. Just indicate Volunteer and which days in the Reservation form. https://grit2greatnessendurance.com/training-camp TriDot Workout/Drill of the Week:  Building 75's This session is all about controlled intensity progression—teaching your body how to increase effort efficiently without burning out. “Building” swim sets like this help develop pacing skills, stroke control, and race-day execution by gradually increasing speed within a single effort or across multiple repetitions. "Building" swim sets consist of one or more rounds of effort of a specific distance where you increase your intensity level during each effort. This increase can be prescribed as either a gradual build throughout the effort or stepped increases at each lap. Why It Works: Enhances pacing awareness by training different effort zones within a single rep. Improves muscular endurance by incorporating a mix of steady-state and high-intensity efforts. Develops speed control with structured builds and descends. Mimics race-day demands by conditioning you to shift gears smoothly. Breaking It Down: Warmup & Prep Work: 400-600 warmup with skills and drills   Main Set 8 x 25 as odds @ Z2, Evens Build (15 sec) 4 x 50 Desc 1-4 ( 15 sec) 100 Choice  The opening set gets you primed with shorter distances at varying efforts: 25s and 50s focus on gradual builds and controlled descends, waking up speed while reinforcing technique. 100 Choice lets you ease into the workout with your preferred stroke or focus area. Main Set – 4 Rounds of: 4 x 75 (25 sec) as 50 @ Z1, 25 @ Z2 50 @ Z1, 25 @ Z5 25 @ Z2, 50 @ Z4 75 Build to Z5 2 x 50 Drill Choice (20 sec) Each 4-round cycle focuses on controlled effort changes within each 75: First two reps balance steady swimming with a finishing push. Third rep reverses the effort, starting moderate and ending fast. Fourth rep builds all the way to Zone 5, pushing your top-end speed. Drill-focused 50s in between rounds reinforce efficiency before the next push. The Finisher – Kicking & Cooldown 2x 100 Kick (20 sec) 100 Kick sets add a strong aerobic and leg endurance component. Cooldown allows for a return to relaxed, controlled form. Cool Down Balance of time @ Z2 and/or repeat warmup drills as time permits. Takeaways: This workout is perfect for triathletes needing to fine-tune their ability to push through different effort levels in a race. Whether it's the back half of a long swim or a surge to catch a pack, Building 75's train both strength and strategic speed control—exactly what you need to swim smarter and faster on race day. Give this one a go and let us know—how do you handle changing speeds in the water?   Fun Segment: Life in the fast lane!!!  How It Works: Each guest gets hit with 5 rapid-fire, high-stakes triathlon scenarios. No thinking, no justifying—just a fast answer and on to the next!     Life in the Fast Lane – This Week's Scenarios: Last-Minute Gear Swap You're at the start line and realize you grabbed the wrong gear bag. You can either race with… A tri kit 2 sizes too big A casio calculator watch with zero smart functions Nutrition Nightmare Your only nutrition options on the bike are… An entire gel flask of mystery flavor A banana that's been rolling around in the bottom of your bag Mid-Race Musical Madness You're stuck with ONE song on repeat for the entire run. Do you pick… "The Final Countdown" on a never-ending loop A Kidz Bop version of your favorite pump-up song The Mystery Aid Station Surprise You roll up to an aid station, parched and desperate for fuel. But the only two options left are… A cup of warm, flat soda that's been sitting in the sun all day A handful of unmarked energy chews with a questionable texture Race Finish Style You're about to cross the finish line. Do you… Go for the epic victory leap (risking a cramp) Play it cool with a subtle nod like a pro Closing Line: Alright, that was Life in the Fast Lane! No time to overthink, just go with your gut. Let us know in the comments—how would you have answered these? Closing: Thanks again for listening this week. Please be sure to follow us @303Triathlon and @grit2greatnessendurance and of course go to iTunes and give us a rating and a comment. We'd really appreciate it! Stay tuned, train informed, and enjoy the endurance journey!  

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Could Bigfoot be roaming the vast wilderness of Adirondack Park? In this episode, we dive into chilling Bigfoot sightings near Lake Placid, Essex County, New York in the Adirondack Mountains, one of the most mysterious regions for Sasquatch activity.

Before she was proclaiming she'd invented “gay pop,” child dance phenom-turned heavily costumed try-hard helmed a junior girl group called XOMG. The group claimed to offer aspiring pop stars as young as 8 years old a line into their show biz dreams. Some claim what followed was a candy-flavored nightmare. Joining Tess to talk through Jojo's turn as a teacher and her life as a child star, is comedian, actor, podcaster, and singer Jade Catta-Preta @jadecattapreta. To learn more about this story check out the Rolling Stone article “Jojo Siwa Promised Them Stardom. They Say They Were Thrown in the Trash.” Follow Pop Mystery Pod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @popmysterypod Pop Mystery Pod is written and produced by Tess Barker @tesstifybarker. Produced by Tyler Hill. Theme song by Rick Wood @Rickw00d.Support independent pop journalism and join us on Patreon at Pop Mystery Pod. Get access to ad free episodes, bonus content, and polls about upcoming topics. patreon.com/PopMysteryPodFollow Tess's other podcasts Lady to Lady and Toxic: The Britney Spears Story wherever you get your pods. Make sure to leave us a review! And tell a friend about the show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You've likely seen some of the famous pictures of former astronaut and NFL player Leland Melvin with his two beloved and boisterous dogs, Jake and Scout, Leland is wearing a space suit, the dogs are showering him with affection. It's really wonderful. Leland, WHO HAS BEEN TO SPACE, tells us all about the dogs he's had, what it's like to orbit the earth, and he goes into a lot of detail about his lifelong hobby of converting trucks into campers. Leland is just the most delightful guy and you will love going to sleep with his voice.Get your copy of Leland Melvin's new graphic novel, Space Chasers, with Joe Caramagna and Alison Acton, wherever books are sold.It's the Max Fun Drive! Go to www.maximumfun.org/join and select Sleeping with Celebrities to support our show.Hey Sleepy Heads, is there anyone whose voice you'd like to drift off to, or do you have suggestions on things we could do to aid your slumber? Email us at: sleepwithcelebs@maximumfun.org.Follow the Show on:Instagram @sleepwcelebsBluesky @sleepwithcelebsTikTok @SleepWithCelebsJohn is on Bluesky @JohnMoeJohn's acclaimed, best-selling memoir, The Hilarious World of Depression, is now available in paperback. MaxFunDrive ends on March 28, 2025! Support our show now and get access to bonus content by becoming a member at maximumfun.org/join.

In this episode of Tame the Mobile Beast, Tom Butta is joined by Joel Holland, CEO of Harvest Hosts, a membership program that offers RVers unique places to overnight camp across the United States and Canada. Joel shares what inspired him to enter the space, what strategies he has leveraged to grow the community, and key lessons he has had on his entrepreneurial journey. Harvest Hosts was originally founded by Don and Kim Greene in 2010, and once Joel discovered the service, he saw the opportunity to supercharge a loyal customer base with user-friendly technology and expanded locations. So in 2018, he purchased Harvest Hosts and got to work. Fast forward to today, Joel and the team have grown the platform to over 9,000 unique locations with over 260,000 members. The conversation explores the keys to this continued success, including a large emphasis on consistently across platforms, which he Joel terms “web-app parity.” Through this strategy, friction and mental burden have been reduced to make booking a stay as simple as possible.  As the episode continues, Joel shares valuable lessons he's gained throughout his entrepreneurial journey. He underscores the benefits of acquiring and scaling businesses with proven product-market fit, the necessity of strategic advertising, and the importance of building a strong team. Looking to the future, Joel outlines plans to expand Harvest Hosts' appeal without compromising its unique offerings by incorporating more community-driven features. —Guest Quote"Our users really didn't appreciate the disjointed experience. And we're always trying to make things easier, not harder. And so web-app parity was the easiest way to take the mental load off the user.” – Joel Holland—Time Stamps 00:46 Meet Joel Holland, CEO of Harvest Hosts01:39 The rise of adventuring and RV travel04:45 Harvest Hosts: unique overnight experiences10:15 Web and app parity for seamless experience13:34 Joel Holland's journey to Harvest Hosts18:08 Navigating outsider perspectives18:28 Effective survey methods19:01 In-app feedback strategies21:40 Success stories and growth22:46 Marketing and advertising insights24:39 Referral programs and influencers27:32 Lessons from a CEO31:26 Rapid fire questions—LinksConnect with Joel Holland on LinkedInCheck out Harvest HostsConnect with Tom Butta on LinkedInCheck out the Airship Website

Listen to this episode where Earl was joined by the other Campers to share stories about the dark and strange! Did you miss the live? Join us again next time by tuning into the group chat of Philippine Campfire Stories. AUDIO- Listen for free via: bit.ly/PhCampfireStories Like, Follow and Join us in our social media channels!Email Address: campfirestoriesph@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/campfirestoriesphInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/campfirestoriesphTikTok @campfirestoriesphFB Group Messenger: https://m.me/ch/AbYMxBMNFZA6gEpa/ You can send over your support thru the following platforms:Patreon patreon.com/campfirestoriesphPaypal earlm.work@gmail.comGCash +639178807978 Audio Production by The Pod Network Entertainment #podcastph #philippinecampfirestories #santelmosociety #pinoyhorror #pinoypodcast #horror #horrortok #horrorstory #horrorstories #tagaloghorrorstories #tagaloghorror #tagaloghorrorstory #ghostmode #tagaloghorror #kakatakot Enjoy a good game of BingoPlus! Licensed by Pagcor. Get it at Google Play and Apple Store or visit www.bingoplus.com (http://www.bingoplus.com/) PS - keep it legal! Gaming is for 21-year-olds and older only. Game responsibly!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/philippinecampfirestories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's variety with a capital V in this episode of Authorised. Maryrose Cuskelly's latest book The Campers is more a How Dare They? than a Whodunnit, making it an even more intriguing read and featuring a subject matter sure to evoke much discussion. On the other hand, John Wayne Parr has bled in the pursuit of his life goal. He carries the scars from 110 wins in the ring all over the world and proudly boasts 10 world titles. The Campers (Allen & Unwin) and The Fighter (Hachette) come from two vastly different parts of the literary world but provide unique experiences for the reader, as detailed by Maryrose and John in their chat with Kevin. All thanks to our podcast partners CSCG. When it comes to the world of finance, change is constant, whether it is tax, super, loans or the share market. The best people to help you navigate all the change and make the most of your hard work is the team from CSCG. Call them on 03-9974 8333 or visit their website at cscg.com.au to find out more about the range of services they offer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find full show notes and links at: https://www.gocamp.pro/campcode/trainingcamperstobeleadersCamper Leadership Skills: Strategies for Effective DevelopmentIn this episode, the hosts of Camp Code dive into the importance of developing leadership skills in campers. They discuss strategies such as creating a list of desired skills, celebrating mistakes, offering campers choices, and setting examples through staff behavior. The episode also covers how to build leadership skills through specific activities, mentorship programs, and encouraging reflection. Additionally, Gabrielle and Beth share practical tips, including using creative group projects and peer leadership opportunities, to foster these essential skills in campers.We hope you love this episode of Camp Code! If you do, please consider subscribing to the show, and leaving us a rating in your Podcast app. It's SO easy, just head to https://ratethispodcast.com/campcode-Best Practice for Leadership TrainingFrom BethOne of the most effective—and fun—ways to develop leadership skills in campers is through creative group projects. These hands-on initiatives empower older campers to take ownership, plan, and execute something meaningful as a team. Whether it's organizing a talent show, producing a camp newsletter, creating a mural, or launching an environmental campaign, these projects naturally build key leadership traits: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, initiative, and resilience.The process begins with choosing a project that requires collaboration and creativity. Campers can take on defined leadership roles—like project manager or creative director—to practice delegation and decision-making. Before kicking things off, short workshops can help teach skills like conflict resolution and effective communication.Staff play a supportive role, checking in regularly while allowing campers to take the lead. The project culminates in a final presentation, where participants can reflect on what they've learned and the roles they thrived in. These debriefs are essential for reinforcing lessons in leadership and self-awareness.This approach turns leadership training into something campers genuinely look forward to. It blends responsibility with creativity, gives them a chance to shine, and fosters confidence by letting them learn from both their successes and mistakes. When campers get to lead a meaningful project, they walk away with real-world leadership experience—and great camp memories to match.-Your Hosts:Beth Allison, Camp Consultant - Go Camp ProGabrielle Raill, Camp Director - Camp Ouareau-Thanks to our sponsors…BowlineHQCamp Leaders: Win back your time to what matters most, your campers. Bowline's comprehensive accounting, back-office solutions, and tech-enabled team free up your staff to focus on your mission. Visit bowlinehq.com to learn more and book a free 2-hour financial diagnostic. UltraCampImagine camp registration software that actually gives you MORE time for what you love - CAMP! With UltraCamp, you can effortlessly track attendance, manage staff, streamline registration, and more. Explore now at ultracampmanagemnent.com/campcode.

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Send us a textBackground- October 2023 terrorist action in Israel in which over 1,000 people were killed by Hamas has led to war in the Gaza Strip- War has resulted in displacement of Palestinians and estimates of over 30,000 killed- In response, there have been numerous pro-Palestinian protest and anti-war protests, including at University campuses in the United States and Canada- Injunctions to remove protestors in Quebec had failed- After more than a month of occupation of King's College Circle, U of T brought an application to remove pro-Palestinian encampment on the grounds that protestors were engaged in an unlawful trespass of the university's propertyInjunction proceeding- University is private education institution, not affiliated with government- Property of the university is private, but with spaces open to the public - King's College Circle is for use by the entire university population and is also a tourist attraction- After attempting to engage in negotiations with protestors, U of T finally issued a Trespass Notice under provincial Trespass legislation, but police would not enforce notice- Required U of T to go to court for an injunction- U of T argued that protestors had caused damage and had engaged in violent actions on campus, and that occupation was simply illegal as the grounds constituted private university property- To obtain an injunction, generally required to establish serious issue to be tried, irreparable harm and that balance of convenience favours the granting of an injunction; however, serious issue to be tried standard elevated to prima facie case where result is a mandatory injunction, like the removal of the encampment- Court finds that U of T's argument that protestors engaged in violent actions or were engaged in expressions of hate toward others not proven; no prima facie case on these allegations- However, court finds that there was a prima facie case on the issue of trespass; property belonged to U of T and occupation of King's College Circle was essentially exclusive to the pro-Palestinian protestors- Protestors controlled entry to King's College Circle and only permitted those sympathetic to their position entry to the King's College Circle grounds- King's College Circle, however, was an area of U of T to be used by the entire University community and others such as tourists- Protestors relied on Charter to protect themselves against removal from the encampment; contended that they had a right to freely express themselves and associate together in protest- Court finds that Charter did not apply to protect protestor because protestors had not provided notice of constitutional question as required under law, but that Charter did not provide protection in a trespass case. In any event, Trespass Act was reasonable limit prescribed by law- As well, court noted that protestors were actually violating free expression of others because of their control of King's College Circle and who was permitted entry- In connection with the injunction test, there was a clear trespass- In most cases, a clear trespass ends the inquiry and a party is not required to prove irreparable harm or satisfy the balance of convenience test- U of T, however, suffered irreparable harm because of damage to its property that would not be recoverable from the protestors; act of trespass on its own constituted strong irreparable harm- U of T also suffered reputational loss because of the protest- With respect to balance of convenience, court found that the protestors were not being absolutely prohibited from protesting; this weighed in favour of U of T who had established that it suffered harm- Public space of campus had been taken over by pro

Send us a textCalling all Hallmark mystery fans! This week, we're diving deep into Mystery Island: Winner Takes All, where a game of make-believe murder turns into the real deal. Was the latest installment a thrilling Agatha Christie-inspired closed-room mystery or just another predictable whodunit?Join hosts Eric and Andrea as they debate the film's highs and lows, from the standout performance of Kristen Booth to the surprising reveal that left some fans underwhelmed. Plus, we dish on Hallmark's latest mystery series in development—could Campers and Criminals be the next big hit?

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The Detroit Lions engage kids in learning more about football by offering football summer camps all over Michigan.In 2025, one of the camps will take place in late July at Battle Creek Central High School. Nine-year-old Bentley Dowdy and his mom Brittney, of Battle Creek, have started a friendly competition for their birthdays to see which can raise more funds to send kids to the camp. The participation fee for the Lions football camp is $249 per camper.Brittney tells Community Matters her son said he wanted to "give back," which prompted her to come up with the fundraising idea.Episode ResourcesTrack fundraising progress on Brittney's Facebook pageCall/Text Brittney: 616.427.4608Detroit Lions Football Camp Info (For information only; fundraiser taking place locally)Community Matters: Gray's on Deck Uses Baseball to Teach Kids Life LessonsABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays, 8:00 AM Eastern on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

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Scripture: Numbers 27:1-8, 11b Rev. Nicole Anderson from Lake Poinsett Camp & Living Waters Retreat Center joined us for worship on Camp Sunday and introduced us to the summer 2025 Camp Curriculum "Another Way." Campers this summer are going to learn about the daughters of Zelophehad. After their father died, the women faced the reality that they were going to lose everything because inheritances went to sons or men in the family. But the people of Israel realized the law needed to be changed, and it was. According to this scripture, if we bring a justice issue forward, another way is possible.  Learn more about camp! Connect with the Canton UMC!  

In this episode of Trail Mix, the counselors read listener submitted stories about a camper seeking advice on some juicy office gossip, a confession from a camper who woke up hungover after a work party only to find a slue of scary text messages that helped her put the pieces of the night together, and camper whose attempt at a party exit couldn't have gone any worse.WE HAVE MERCH! Want BONUS CONTENT? Join our PATREON! Check out our website and submit your inquiries for advice, juicy gossip, confessions, and horror stories! This episode is sponsored by Liquid IV. Treat yourself to extraordinary hydration at LiquidIV.com and use code CAMP to get 20% off your first order. Camp Songs:Spotify PlaylistYouTube PlaylistSammich's Secret Mixtape Social Media:Camp Counselors TikTokCamp Counselors InstagramCamp Counselors FacebookCamp Counselors Twitter

Send us a textOne of the worst  things that can interfere with your enjoyment of RVing is a stinky odor or smell that you just can't seem to get rid of.And there are lots of causes of RV odors too. But this podcast covers the most common odors and smells that can develop in an RV and how to get rid of them right away and make sure they don't come back.Here are the links for the products I mentioned in the podcast:*Happy Camper tank treatment - https://amzn.to/41CmOvU*Activated charcoal bags - https://amzn.to/4boFnXy*Small RV dehumidifier - https://amzn.to/4kgxY0u*DampRid - https://amzn.to/4ikDTQq*Small RV HEPA air purifier - https://amzn.to/3EXQj2c*Ozone generator machine - https://amzn.to/41FSsZt

Campers, gather ‘round—we've unearthed a true relic! While digging around Camp Shady Birch, we stumbled upon a long-lost time capsule: a cassette tape buried inside a shoebox. And what was on it? This very episode (original air date: June 28, 2023) Take a trip back in time with us as we revisit our thoughts on childhood Field Days (and those infamous participation awards), Zachariah's Cruel Intentions obsession, the wild tale of seven Persian cats inheriting a mansion, and our mutual disdain for generic birthday gifts. Plus, plenty more nostalgic nonsense that only the Camp Counselors (and Sammich) could bring you. Press play and let's rewind! Get Merch: campcounselorspodcast.com/merchWant BONUS CONTENT? Join our PATREON! ➜ This episode is sponsored by Progressive Insurance. See if you can save on car insurance at progressive.com Check out our website and submit your inquiries for advice, juicy gossip, confessions, and horror stories! Sources:➜ “Make Way for Memphis's Penthouse Ducklings.” BostonGlobe, 27 Oct. 2022.➜ Natalie O'Neill. “Florida Woman Leaves $2.5m Mansion and Inheritance - to 7 Cats.” New York Post, 21 June 2023. Camp Songs:Spotify PlaylistYouTube PlaylistSammich's Secret Mixtape Social Media:Camp Counselors TikTokCamp Counselors InstagramCamp Counselors FacebookCamp Counselors Twitter

Have some feedback? A topic suggestion? Text us!Find full show notes and links at: https://www.gocamp.pro/campcode/best-ways-to-deal-with-conflict-between-campers-and-staffNavigating Camper-Staff Conflicts: Building Relationships & Win-Win SolutionsIn this Camp Code episode, Our hosts recognize that our industry is all about relationships. We're people. We're learning to live in community five days a week or around the clock. Today, we're diving into the best ways to deal with conflict between campers and staff. Because even in the happiest of places, summer camp, conflict between these two groups can still exist.And we need to do our best to leave both sides with win win solutions and practice. With important life skills.-We hope you love this episode of Camp Code! If you do, please consider subscribing to the show, and leaving us a rating in your Podcast app. It's SO easy, just head to https://ratethispodcast.com/campcode-Best Practice for Leadership TrainingFrom Gabrielle One of the most overlooked aspects of camp leadership is ensuring staff are equipped to handle unexpected situations, especially when traveling in camp vehicles. A simple but game-changing investment is a portable battery pack jumperthat allows staff to restart a vehicle without needing another car.Technology has advanced significantly, and these compact, easy-to-use devices can be a lifesaver when a vehicle's battery dies unexpectedly; whether from a forgotten interior light or other minor issues. Some even come with built-in air compressors for inflating tires.For camps that rely on transportation, having these tools in every camp vehicle ensures quick solutions, reduces stress, and keeps staff and campers safe. A small investment in preparedness can prevent big disruptions and provide peace of mind for everyone on the road.Your Hosts:Beth Allison, Camp Consultant - Go Camp ProGabrielle Raill, Camp Director - Camp Ouareau-Thanks to our sponsors…BowlineHQCamp Leaders: Win back your time to what matters most, your campers. Bowline's comprehensive accounting, back-office solutions, and tech-enabled team free up your staff to focus on your mission. Visit bowlinehq.com to learn more and book a free 2-hour financial diagnostic. UltraCampImagine camp registration software that actually gives you MORE time for what you love - CAMP! With UltraCamp, you can effortlessly track attendance, manage staff, streamline registration, and more. Explore now at ultracampmanagemnent.com/campcode.

Send us a textThere are several causes of RV accidents and every year there are some RVers who have their adventures cut short or ruined by an RV accident or collision.This podcast covers some of the most common causes of RV accidents and also provides good advice to help you avoid them altogether as much as possible.

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Cáel' as the new Amazon Teen IdolBy FinalStand. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels."I've missed you too," Aya bumped foreheads with me. I was 'a Son of the White Stallion' who 'ran with the herds of Epona'. I was so proud of her. She had woven together a Magyar myth with an Amazon naming convention. Epona, the Celtic Horse Goddess and Aya's matron divinity, was worshiped with the sacrifice of foals, Amazons offered up fillies (female baby horsies) whose spirits ran with the Goddess in the Spirit World.When the pre-Christian Magyars went to war, they sacrificed a white stallion to entreat their deities to grant them victory. No one was about to slit my throat, or cut my heart out. I was made sacred, a spirit stud in Epona's vast herd of mares. How freakishly accurate."I love you for your brains, you know that, don't you?" I whispered to Aya."Yes. You are saving up your other love for Mommy," she kinda/sorta teased me. Out of the semi-circle of children, three stood out. More accurately, they were dwarfed by their companions. I took the group's indecision as an offer to advance."Hi," I addressed the smallest three members of the audience. "Are you the Fatal Squirts?""They are not allowed that name," Sophia interceded. "No Amazon child deserves an acknowledgement before their trial." I half-turned and nodded her way."(Cough, cough). "Excuse me, please." If she spoke Phoenician, I was boned for being obviously disrespectful of her authority and would have to take whatever punishment Sophia felt I deserved.Otherwise, I was getting away with binding 'leads to death' to 'blood-death wound' in that ancient and highly extinct tongue: 'fatal, squirts' indeed. Her hand fell on my shoulder."I have heard you laugh at death," Sophia remarked. If I was on Zoosk, all you would have to do was type in 'Preference: Amazon Male Who Dares Talk Back', and there was my smiling mug, all alone, staring back at you."Before I confess to anything, do you consider that an asset, or liability," I grinned."I withhold judgment," was her reply."I don't mean to 'laugh at death'. It is because all the other choices suck and, perhaps I've been called stubborn, bull-headed and 'not having even a passing acquaintance with common sense' a time, or two," I shrugged with my lovely burden curled around my left arm."No names, our tradition and my command," Sophia laid down the law. Sigh. I put Aya down. She didn't cause me a hint of trouble because she knew my heart. I unbuckled and handed her my two guns (my Glock-22, and 38). I motioned one of the mini-Amazons forward. She shuffled up to Aya's side and received my two tomahawks.Not only was no one leaving, the rest of the camp started coming down to see what was about to transpire. In my short stint at Havenstone, I had developed a reputation as an exciting fun-guy/irrepressible troublemaker."I feel your decision is founded on misinformation, or your rendering to be unjust," I told Sophia."Explain," Sophia requested.I hadn't disarmed for my sake, or hers. I gave up my weapons to affirm my desire to talk. I placed myself at my sister's mercy, thus expressing my trust in her. Amazons are not savages, just violently inclined.Later, Pamela would remind me that my behavior was precisely what Isharans were supposed to do, seek peace."Aya has taken a position as intern with Executive Services at Havenstone," I explained. "She held my position and served effectively for four days with good work reviews from the head of the department herself," I added."She has served in a caste, been assigned duties by members of that caste, performed errands and accomplished all that was asked of her. Doesn't that create an allowance for Aya, as she has been considered for a caste?" I was fishing for an excuse based on my instincts for these people."She has never been selected, chosen and been anointed to a caste, so her preliminary experience does not qualify," Sophia said after a few seconds of introspection. "Next?""She has charged forth into battle on my behest." The archery range."You were not an acknowledged member of the Host when that happened. Next?""She's tried to kill me," I tossed out there."What?" many exclaimed."No!" Aya gasped."When did this occur?" Sophia's eyes twinkled."At the archery range. She shot at me twice," I responded."She was practicing," was the counter. "Next?""Not next," I smiled. "I didn't have permission from anyone to step beyond the shooting line.In doing so, I accepted all calls to combat. Both Leona and Aya shot at me. Aya shot twice and came close once. Leona only hit me after I gave myself up to protect three Amazon children."Pause."Okay. Aya has served in combat, no matter how one-sided, " Sophia began."I was armed for part of the fight," I interrupted hurriedly. Aya's first arrow."Accepted. You were a viable combatant before that as witnessed by other Amazons in earlier encounters. She and another Amazon shot at you without any other claiming traditional ownership of you," Sophia nodded. The Leader had given me a 'bye' on my intern status."Aya may bear an honorific," Sophia loudly proclaimed her change in course. To Amazons, screwing up was a distant third to not owning up to what you did and not learning from your mistakes. Besides, I could tell Sophia was warming up to me, as a male and an Amazon."My war band?" Aya chirped."You do not have a war band, Aya Epona, but whatever name you use among yourselves is not a matter I will concern myself with," Sophia stated firmly. "Fifty days, Cáel." That was the end of it. Sophia turned and began walking uphill, conflict successfully resolved.The Fatal Squirts had emerged with a semi-official status, I had emerged without a new series of wounds and I had wrangled forth a small down payment for all the love and loyalty Aya had showered on me."Best Daddy in the World!" Aya shouted. "Mamitu! Mamitu!" Destiny.Amazons weren't huge believers in luck. They put their faith in training, planning, experience and diligence. For them, victory was a matter of destiny. Let the sloppy, treacherous Greeks invoke 'Nike', Victory, or 'Tyche', Luck for tossing them a positive outcome in battle. My side weren't thankful for the win they deserved.They acknowledged Mamitu had, through foresight, prepared the Host for what had to be done. For Aya, it was destiny that had put me in her path; she and her sisters trained for the hostage scenario multiple times, so she was a logical choice for my training. She had been training with the bow when I was giving her the inner strength and confidence to hit the target.Training, not mutual good fortune, put her at the range to make that shot. Whatever part luck played, that bolt that had saved my life and paved the way for Aya's rise to leadership had been a part of her training as well. Amazons didn't deny luck, nor did the put any trust in it."Hi, so who are the rest of you?" I addressed the Fatal Squirts while rearming."I am Mosa Oya," the tomahawk holder identified herself."I am, " the third member got out before we were propelled back into that 'never too distant' No-Man's Land. A girl, a stranger in her early teens, came up and shoved Aya hard."You are nothing special," the older girl growled at my buddy. My 'daughter' barely avoided sprawling in the dust.The intensity was palatable. Aya had no chance of beating this girl. Not only did her opponent have every physical advantage, she had three buddies as well, correction: two buddies and a twin sister. Amazons built lifetime bonds around these foursomes. Aya and company backed down, despite her obvious shame. She had just won an honorific as a child, unheard of before this. It was Amazon tactical thinking, not fear, that ruled Aya's mind. I was so proud of her."What's your name?" I inquired congenially of the newcomer. She flashed me a look of anger laced with teenage hormones, then turned and stormed away, actually, she only started to storm away. Her behavior had played right into my hands. I was an adult. She wasn't a full-fledged member of the Host, nor was she a child anymore. I had asked her a question and she had been disrespectful to me. Her bad. Still, I doubted anyone expected my leg sweep.The bully hit the ground hard, no rolling with the blow for her. My foot smashing down on her diaphragm drove the fight right out of her. I wasn't done. The twin rushed in, my thunderbolt left sent her flying back from whence she came. Amazons despise child abuse as cruel and socially cancerous, yet no one else was rushing in to stop me.Even her other two friends were obeying both basic Amazon battle philosophy and conduct. Two young teens versus me was stupid, and I wasn't alone. I had four Squirts plus two other women close by who saw nothing wrong with a cooperative pummeling. I lifted my foot a centimeter from the girl's chest."Let's try this again," I spoke softly. "I am Cáel Ishara. You have disparaged my house by putting your back to me after I, an adult, politely addressed you. In fifteen seconds your sin will pass beyond your ability to address and your actions will be viewed as your family's unwarranted insult. My sisters will seek vengeance against your sisters with the added advantage that your sisters won't know what's going on. Now, what's your name?"See, I could have gone straight to Step Two, the House on House vengeance. Me kicking her ass was merciful because after five, or six members of her house were jumped, one at a time by three, or four, of mine, those ladies were going to be truly curious why their youngster had been so fucking rude in front of so many fucking Amazons to the HEAD of a fucking First House.'Honorific' Aya still had no status except that of a child. Dumb Bunny was passed her 12th year test, so she was of her House, thus the insult. Despite my 'fantasy' assumption of the role of grunt, everyone knew that Cáel Cabbage-head was Cáel Ishara, Head of House Ishara. I was the only accepted male Amazon in existence, the only possessor of a 'five o'clock shadow' in camp, I was armed and I was so armed while walking among their children.She could not have possibly mistaken me for another. Her eyes showed that truism too. Her wrathful 'how dare that male!' morphed into 'oh fuck, my older sisters are going to be tossed down stairwells, jacked up in parking garages and they were going to be caught totally flat-footed when it happens, and it is all my (the girl's) fault'.In theory, Saint Marie could deny my feud (we were at war), or warn the girl's house of my request, but why would she? The crime couldn't have been more obvious and the Amazons were way past making harmful shit up about me."Zarana, Zarana of House Inara," she gasped.I switched foot placement, pivoted, reached down to arm-clasp my left with her left and ended with me pulling her effortlessly to a standing position."A pleasure to meet you Zarana Inara. I am Cáel Ishara, but you may call me Cáel if you wish," I gave her my award winning smile. "No one will ever doubt your courage in my presence," I added.'Lead with the left jab, then catch them with the right hook'. As true in interpersonal relationships as in boxing. I had beaten her handily seconds ago and now I was applauding her bravery. Again, I wasn't a Head of House calling attention to her virtue, but I was."Your sister shares your warrior's heart.""I, I, I don't know what came over me, " she started to give me a respectful head-nod. I hooked a finger under her chin to stop her."Are you going to reconsider your approach for dealing with a male Amazon, Zarana of Inara?" I bridged the awkward moment. Bing! I had turned a humiliation into a learning moment."Yes," she smiled at me. "Yes Cáel Ish, Cáel.""I swear by the All-Mighty, if I find this one crawling into your sleeping bag, I'm going to be very disappointed in you," Delilah ambushed me. Wa-ha?"Oh, come on!" I protested. "She's thirteen.""Fourteen," the other twin, bleeding lip and all, puffed herself up."Not helping, " I looked at the twin."Vaski," she supplied. What?"Vaski? Really? That was Grandmother's name, it is Magyar-Finnish," I wondered."We are almost related," she conjured the improbable out of the impossible."No you are not, young lady," Delilah serpentined her way to the front of the crowd. "You are not family now and you can't attempt to be for four more years.""Who would you be?" Zarana challenged Delilah. Man, those two kids were spunky."An honored guest," Priya provided. "I hope another lesson in manners will not be necessary.""I'll do my best," I volunteered. Priya had been addressing the twins; not me. Taking the hit was a bit of comedy to diffuse the moment."Some of you need to eat," a camp counselor stated. Another crisis down and the sky wasn't even dark yet."Cáel!" and here we went again. Thank you, Ishara, it was Europa, the strange one, meaning the one I understood the most.(Night and Day)This place kept getting more and more wonderful. There was one safe road that rolled out of the camp's front gate (there was no wall, the gate was ceremonial) and disappeared off toward the closest state road. Scheduled trips were made to the closest blip on the census data where they bought stuff (irrelevant) and were 'seen' by the locals (the important thing).If anyone investigated, there was a legitimate summer camp 'out there'. The counselors weren't friendly, but they worked with 'troubled' kids, so keeping the small talk to a minimum was excusable. Sure, they only saw women, usually the same ones each trip during a given summer. The camp held nearly a thousand people, so the all-female thing was dismissed as a quirk.That was the second layer of deception. We had already learned that the first layer was the idea of a camp for girls in the foster care system. The third layer was all the visible 'props'. This went beyond the typical craft centers, juvenile obstacle courses, and a dozen other distractions. (The only 'real' one was the stables. Amazons loved riding horses and being assigned to tend to their care was a high honor.)Thirty meters inside the gate was a bridged gulch. After dark, the bridge supports were removed turning a clear shot into the center of camp into a waiting death trap. If there was any doubt, the gulch, so comforting and protective, was a blast zone as well, designation: The Barbecue Pit. I couldn't find it, but I was sure there was an altar somewhere to the matron goddess for this summer camp, the Goddess Paranoia.The sleeping quarters for everyone? More props. Campers would go in, mill around for ten minutes, then curl up on their bed, the ones that warmed up to 98 degrees in the shape of human bodies. Then the campers went down the shafts beneath their bunks and dutifully shuffled along the one meter high underground tunnels to their mesa-based domiciles. Again, once in the cliff-side barracks, they had two chimneys, a tunnel back to the dorm building and a cleverly designed, nearly invisible front exit to choose from.Pamela took it in stride, Delilah was a bit peeved by the 'excessive' security. Virginia, we'd already dragged her through her dorm tunnel to her cave to sleep it off. For me, the tunnel's dimensions made it a tight fit. Amazons can be pretty strong, but they don't have shoulders as wide as mine, nor are they normally over a meter/eight (six feet for us Yankees).I would have complained, except I had a sneaking suspicion that Pamela had a trowel to give me so I could 'widen up' a twenty to forty meter stretch of tunnel the moment I opened my mouth. As the last portion of the instructional tour, we were directed to get our grub before it was gone because the sadistic chefs loved to watch the eight year old workhouse orphans fight over who got to lick the pot instead of starving.Not really. The victuals were actually very good. I had hopes of more bonding time with my Epona ladies, yet no sooner had I cleaned my tin plate and dinnerware, I found someone else who craved my attention, Sophia. She was hot for my touch and by that I meant she wanted to punch and kick me around for a bit, all in the name of fun."Since you are my guest, I will let you choose our weapons," Sophia decided."I choose hyperbole," I gracefully flowed from sitting with one leg down and the other bent to standing."Specify.""Caber tossing with real Sequoia. I'll wait for the ladies of Girl Scout Troop 666 to go get some, they have to be authentic; no substitutes accepted," I explained."That's not hyperbole," Sophia snorted. "Hyperbole would be, 'I want to use the biggest spears ever used by Amazons, or Goddesses'.""My hyperbole wasn't the caber tossing, it was us 'waiting' for a set of circumstances we both knew wouldn't happen," I countered. Sophia nodded.

It's been a couple of weeks since their mission victory (and moral and political failures) and now they're ready to move onto the next adventure! Just as soon as they've sampled the local cocktails and satiated Stan's massive gambling problem. Dicey Bastards is a Dungeons and Dragons actual play podcast, with surprisingly little dungeons or dragons. Plenty of jerks though. They should change the name to Jerks and Jerks. Ha! They won't do that though, I imagine. Probably not. I mean, I get it. Featuring Drew Hayes, Rick Gualtieri, Robert Bevan, EM Kaplin, MK Gibson, and Steve Wetherell.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authors-dragons-comedy-dnd-podcast--5624719/support.

Welcome to Campfire Classics, a Literary Comedy Podcast!! Good morning Campers! We're taking on a bug name in American Literature this week. Kurt Vonnegut! So, many of our listeners already know whether they are in or out right there. Ken has chosen the story "The Big Trip Up Yonder." He also does the Fun Facts session and leaves it on a cliffhanger! Who'd have thought the education part of an edutainment podcast could be a cliffhanger. Well, it is. Heather reads and makes up some weird voices since there are no dialects to butcher. Your hosts discuss the Grammy Awards, the Club in your mind, and how long it takes to learn to "conceal your pleasure". "The Big Trip Up Yonder" was published in 1954 and is in public domain. Email us at 5050artsproduction@gmail.com. Remember to tell five friends to check out Campfire Classics. Like, subscribe, leave a review. Now sit back, light a fire (or even a candle), grab a drink, and enjoy.

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Send us a textIn this podcast I cover some of the big changes that I saw at the Tampa RV Supershow this year.Some manufacturers have improved their quality standards, and some have not. And that changes all of my recommendations.So this podcast will help you have the information you need to buy from the best RV brands out there and get the best RV you can!Watch last week's video on the 5 big takeaways from the RV Supershow this year at this link - https://youtu.be/1WCePQmSyoA

Welcome to Campfire Classics, a Literary Comedy Podcast!! Good morning Campers! It's another beautiful day here at Campfire Classics, even if your hosts don't know what day it is. But, in fairness, neither of them has even claimed to be overly good at keeping track of such things. Time. Life. Sanity...  But, they are here! For you! Reading another ridiculous (but only because they made it so) story, chosen this week by Heather. Ken reads the H. G. Wells story titled simply "The Apple," and I get the impression he regrets one of his character voices immediately upon realizing that that character would be narrating most of the story. But, choices were made, and you can't go back and change it!! Surprise episode themes include the power of knowledge, the wisdom of talking to strangers, and the deliciousness of balls. "The Apple" was published in 1896 in The Idler, Volume 10, Issue 3. Email us at 5050artsproduction@gmail.com. Remember to tell five friends to check out Campfire Classics. Like, subscribe, leave a review. Now sit back, light a fire (or even a candle), grab a drink, and enjoy.

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Send us a textThis week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to Bill the Producer of one of the most anticipated sports shows of the year, The Great Rockies Sportshow! For the last 25 years this show has been bringing outdoor folks together to learn about the latest fishing, hunting, hiking and camping gear. Plus, the show always has the top experts in the world who teach the latest fishing and hunting techniques. Listen now and find out which experts are coming this year to teach the seminars! Not only that but Bill tells Rigger all about the fun things he has planned for the kids. Man! Your kids are going to love it! This podcast takes you behind the scenes with Bill filling you in on all the incredible folks from all over the world that will have booths at the show! Yeah, you will learn about taking hunting trips to Africa or fishing for monster Walleye in Canada and the list goes on and on. On top of all that you hear about a whole bunch of the latest RVs, Fifth Wheels, ATVs and more that will be at the show. Bill also has a very special guest that will be making an appearance every day of the show which will be happening in Billings Montana next week January 17th through the 19th at the MetraPark ExpoCenter. Who is this special guest you ask? Well, you have to listen to the podcast but we will give you a little hint, he is a movie star and he is also known as the King of Beasts! So get to listening and learn all about the Great Rockies Sportshow and then make plans to come to this incredible show!Links:To learn even more about the Great Rockies Sportshow click here.Click here for times and an interactive map of how to get to the ExpoCenter in Billings.If you would like to ask Bill any questions just click here to send him an email!What did you think of this podcast? Send your old buddy Downrigger Dale an email by clicking here. Remember to tune in to The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, live every Saturday from 6:00AM to 8:00AM MT. The show airs on 30 radio stations across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Campers! WE HAVE MERCH! After 116 weeks at Camp Shady Birch, we finally stocked the camp gift shop with merchandise! Sammich will be available to take all of your preorders for our first 2 items on Sunday January 12, 2025! In addition to our merch launch we are recapping our holiday break, Spy Kids, Stuart Little, why cardboard boxes are dangerous, and so much more. Get Merch on Jan 12, 2025: campcounselorspodcast.com/merchSTRIP MALL TEASE TOUR TICKETS: https://linktr.ee/zzzachariahWant BONUS CONTENT? Join our PATREON! ➜ This episode is sponsored by Boll & Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollAndBranch.com/camp. Exclusions apply. See site for details.➜ This episode is al so sponsored by Apostrophe. Get your first visit for only $5 at Apostrophe.com/COUNSELORS when you use our code: COUNSELORS➜ This Episode is Sponsored by Progressive. Visit Progressive.com to see if you could save on car insurance. Check out our website and submit your inquiries for advice, juicy gossip, confessions, and horror stories! Sources:➜ 25 Films Named to National Film Registry for Preservation.” The NewsMarket, Library of Congress, 17 Dec. 2024.➜ Melissa Locker. “Lost Painting Found by Art Historian While Watching Stuart Little.” Vanity Fair, Vanity Fair, 30 Nov. 2014. Camp Songs:Spotify PlaylistYouTube PlaylistSammich's Secret Mixtape Social Media:Camp Counselors TikTokCamp Counselors InstagramCamp Counselors FacebookCamp Counselors Twitter

The cabins scattered throughout the Porcupine Mountains each holds a logbook for guests to complete. Since the 1940s, parks staff have collected about 200 completed books full of decades of stories. Special thanks to John Carlisle and Ryan Garza of The Detroit Free Press for their coverage of the Porcupine Mountains' logbooks. GUEST: Katie Urban, Park Interpreter for the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/701 Presented By:  Four Wheel Campers  Are you looking for the best pop-up camper for your adventures? Stan Kennedy from Four Wheel Campers takes us through the history of the largest pop-up camper company in the country. Discover how their narrow, low-profile design, aluminum frame, and unmatched durability make these campers stand out. Stan also shares how the Project M camper offers full use of your truck bed while weighing just over 400 pounds. Wondering how these campers handle real-life scenarios—like forgetting to lower the top while driving? We'll hear about that today.  Find out why Four Wheel Campers might be the best pop-up camper for your next outdoor adventure! Show Notes with Stan Kennedy on The Best Pop-Up Camper for Fly Anglers.  About our Guest  02:25 - Stan Kennedy was born and raised in Northern California. His journey with Four Wheel Campers started in 2002 when he stumbled across the company. He did some research, checked out their website, and was drawn to their unique product. Over the years, he's watched the market evolve. Originally, Four Wheel Campers focused on outdoor enthusiasts like hunters and anglers. In the past five to eight years, especially with the pandemic, a new generation has embraced these campers for outdoor adventures. Four Wheel Campers 04:39 - Four Wheel Campers is the largest manufacturer of pop-up truck campers in the U.S. Their customers are mainly older generations, but lately, younger and middle-aged people are getting interested. These campers are designed to fit any pickup truck. Unlike bulky campers that add extra height and weight, these campers collapse to a lower profile, making them easier to drive with and park. When you're ready to camp, just pop it up, and you get extra space and protection from the elements. Top Features of Four Wheel Campers  10:16 - Four Wheel Campers are built for adventure and convenience. They're easy to drive with and fit perfectly on any pickup truck. Here are a few things that make them stand out: Narrow Design: easy to see out of your side mirrors while driving. Low Profile: reduces wind drag for better fuel efficiency and smoother rides. Aluminum Frame: built to last with a welded frame, preventing issues like dry rot. Lightweight: easy to handle and perfect for off-road adventures. Durability: made to withstand harsh conditions and years of use. Scott says their approach at Four Wheel Campers has always been about practicality, not fancy details. They focus on building campers that are built to last, without all the extra frills. Watch this video on YouTube to see how Four Wheel Campers are made:  https://youtu.be/QSUsxwHrVyk?si=FrlzXUQ_ekAJezmI What Happens If You Forget to Lock the Latches on Your Pop-Up Camper? 12:25 - Scott explains that it's usually not a big deal if you forget to lock the latches. The original design of the pop-up camper is incredibly sturdy. Here's what might happen: If you forget all the latches, the roof might pop up at high speed, but the camper is built to handle that. You'll get some attention from other drivers, but it's easy to fix by pulling over, latching it, and continuing your trip. If you only forget a couple of latches, the roof could bend slightly where it's still connected, but it's rare to see any major damage. A simple way to make sure you don't forget to lock your pop-up camper's latches is to create a checklist. Put a checklist on your dashboard to remind you to check everything before you hit the road. Make it a habit to lock the latches right after you pop down the camper. It's a quick and simple step to avoid camper mishaps while traveling. The History of Four Wheel Campers Stan shared the story behind Four Wheel Campers. It all began in the 1970s when Dave Rowe built a camper in his garage for his hunting and fishing trips in Colorado. Friends saw it and asked if he could build one for them, and soon enough, he was making campers for everyone. Over the years, the company grew, but the basic design has stayed true to its original look.  Photo via: https://fourwheelcampers.com/ The ORVIS Special Edition Pop-Up Camper? The ORVIS Special Edition pop-up camper is based on the usual slide-in style but designed specifically for fishermen. Stan explains that ORVIS worked closely with their engineers to create a camper that would be perfect for a guide or fly fisherman. Here's what sets it apart: Wet room  Fly rod holders  Custom interiors  Battery solutions  Check out this Orvis Special Edition Four Wheel Camper Walkthrough:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxL-OcyBik8&t=9s How Much Does a Pop-Up Camper Cost? Pop-up campers start around $12,500 and can go up to $60,000 or $70,000 for the more expensive models.  Stan says that despite the price increase, mainly due to inflation and the pandemic, Four Wheel Campers still offers one of the most affordable price ranges in the truck camper market. What's Inside a Four Wheel Camper? 23:57 - Four Wheel Campers offer all the essentials you'd expect in any camper, like a sink, stove, fridge, furnace, batteries, propane, and water beds. The real difference is in the layout and style, with each camper feeling unique depending on the model.  Whether you choose a Project M or another model, you can customize the colors and floor plan to match your needs.  Best Mattress for Your Pop-up Camper 26:51 - Four Wheel Campers offer customizable mattress options. The stock mattress is high-density foam, but you can add a memory foam topper if you prefer something softer. You can also customize your mattress to suit your needs and the interior of your camper. Power Setup for a Pop-up Camper 27:50 - Setting up solar power in a pop-up camper is pretty simple. The solar panels are typically placed on the roof, and you can just "set it and forget it."  The smallest solar system is around 250 watts, but on smaller trucks, it can be as low as 160 watts. For larger campers, you can get up to 500 watts. As for battery power, you can choose from one, two, or even three lithium batteries, depending on the model. For heating, Stan shared that Four Wheel Campers typically use propane. Most regular slide-in campers and flatbed models have a built-in water heater and a forced-air furnace.  However, for the topper models, there's no factory-built furnace option at the moment. Customers usually need to use a portable heater, like a diesel heater.  Four Wheel Camper Rallies Four Wheel Campers hosts rallies where customers can meet, camp together, and have fun. These events often occur at cool spots like Lake Tahoe, Anza-Borrego, or Oregon.  The rallies usually feature camping, food, drinks, seminars, and music. It's a great way for customers to show off their campers, share modifications, and enjoy the outdoors together Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/701  

In this episode, we chat with Melanie Garrido from Four Wheel Campers—a true adventurer whose journey from childhood camping trips to working for one of the most iconic pop-up truck camper brands is both inspiring and relatable. Melanie shares how her love for the outdoors and passion for adventure led her to discover Four Wheel Campers, embark on two years of full-time travel in her own camper, and ultimately join the company's sales and marketing team.  With the unique perspective of an owner-turned-employee, Melanie offers invaluable tips and insights into choosing the right camper, maximizing its features, and embracing the unexpected joys of RVing. From unforgettable road trips to customizing her trusty 2017 Hawk rollover couch camper, Melanie's story is a must-listen for adventurers and RV enthusiasts. Episode Guest In 2018, Melanie sold everything she had to travel the country in a Four Wheel Camper, then by the weird way of the world, now works for Four Wheel Campers. For as long as she can remember, all roads have led to making time for outdoor adventures. From camping as a baby to backpacking with the Boy Scouts to working in the bicycle industry and now with FWC, she gets to help others achieve their adventure dreams. • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources Mentioned in this Episode - Four Wheel Campers - Melanie's Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Videos: Truck Camper Life⁠ - Our Hawk Flatbed Build Specs - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 60 Minute Call with Joe Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let's see if booking a coaching session with Joe is the right fit for you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the Podcast Download, subscribe, and share this episode.  Leave a review. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a Patron⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Website https://weretherussos.com/melanie-garrido-four-wheel-campers-pop-up-truck-campers/

Chris Lempesis is back to break down Green Bay's dispiriting 27-25 road loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. He places a majority of the blame directly at the feet of head coach Matt LaFleur and goes into detail explaining LaFleur's many mistakes in this one. But LaFleur isn't alone here and he tells you who else deserves some blame for this defeat. Lastly, he takes a small sampling of questions and comments received via social media and email ahead of this week's "Emptying The Bag" show.You can follow Chris on twitter at LempsMKE (@ItsJustChrisNow)LempsTalkingPack is a part of the Packers Talk family of podcasts, serving up enough weekly podcasts to satisfy the most fervent of Packer fans. Follow Packers Talk on Twitter, Facebook or subscribe over on  Apple Podcasts.

Happy holidays, Campers! In this episode, we chat about our favorite pop culture moments of 2024, the end of the Eras Tour, give our thoughts on Wicked, and rank our favorite cringe Christmas movies. Enjoy!

Send us a textIn this episode, Eric Reynolds shares his journey from a law enforcement officer to a health advocate, discussing the challenges faced by first responders, the importance of mental health, and the transformative power of community and nutrition. He emphasizes the need for open conversations about trauma and vulnerability within the law enforcement community, highlighting his initiatives like Cops and Campers that aim to support fellow officers in their wellness journeys. Takeaways Mental health is crucial for law enforcement professionals.Community support can significantly impact recovery and wellness.Nutrition plays a vital role in overall health and well-being.Breaking the stigma around vulnerability is essential for healing.Trauma can have lasting effects on individuals and families.Engaging in outdoor activities can be therapeutic for first responders.Self-care practices are necessary for maintaining mental health.Contact Eric:IG-Keto Five-OFB-Keto Five-OIG-Cop and CampersSupport the showCritical Aspects Website IG: @critical_aspectsIG: @pastorvernin: @Dr. Vernon Phillips

 The three mustaches pour themselves some crime juice and discuss the 2020 disappearances of Carol Clay and Russell Hill. Clay, 73, and Hill, 74, were camping together when they disappeared from Bucks Camp in Australia's Wonnangatta Valley in March of 2020. Carol and Russell were high school sweethearts. But the news of their disappearance came as a shock to Russell's wife of 30 years. Whoopsie! But also what happened to these old lovers?Try Our 8% Seltzers HardAFseltzer.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crime-corner-with-jessie-wiseman/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Real estate investing could help you achieve your financial goals, whether it's to make enough cash flow to replace your W2 income or build wealth for an early retirement. Like many, today's guest is chasing financial freedom, and thanks to a unique property that brings in $5,000 in monthly cash flow, he's well on his way! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Rocky Gibson knew he wanted to invest in real estate since his college days, so after landing his first “real” job out of school, he wasted no time buying his first property. Since then, it's been full speed ahead for Rocky, and in just five years, he has built and scaled his real estate portfolio from zero to fifteen units and two flips. His main investment property, an eleven-unit RV park, nets $5,000 per month alone! In this episode, Rocky talks about the power of renting by the room, leveraging your personal network, and using home equity to grow your portfolio and get access to private deals. You'll even hear about the $100,000 mistake that Rocky almost made and how altering his strategy allowed him to not only salvage the deal but also make a profit! In This Episode We Cover: How Rocky built his real estate portfolio up to fifteen units (and two flips) in just five years The unique property that can give you $5,000 in monthly cash flow Why house hacking is the BEST investing strategy when you're just starting out How to achieve financial freedom through real estate investing Creative ways to fund more rental properties without traditional bank financing How altering his strategy on the fly helped Rocky avoid a $100,000 mistake And So Much More! Links from the Show Ashley's BiggerPockets Profile Tony's BiggerPokckets Profile Join BiggerPockets for FREE Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group Put Your Vacation Rental on Autopilot with Hospitable Buy the Book “Real Estate Campgrounds” Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area How to Start Making Millions from These Overlooked RV Park Investments Connect with Rocky (00:00) Intro (00:31) Why Real Estate? (04:23) House Hacking 101 (12:01) Building the RV Park (19:47) Tapping Into His Network (27:28) Funding the Campers (30:17) Cash Flow & Investing Goals (34:57) Cash Flow & Investing Portfolio (35:49) Connect with Rocky! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-480 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices