Why Kids Need To Unplug From Technology

With the technology we have at our fingertips, children can miss out on experiences and real life connections to others. Camp is a place where children can put the smartphones down and learn to connect to others and with nature.

The children of today spend an average of almost eight hours per day using technology, according to a survey by the Kaiser Family Foundation. That’s more than 50 hours a week!  At camp, children can unplug from the cyber-world and focus solely on building real life relationships. Doing this can make one more personable and open to trying new experiences. This is a great life skill to have for later in life in the workplace.

Camp is one of the few places left where a child can fully unplug from technology. Most camps have strict policies regarding what is allowed at camp. Video games, cell phones, laptops, tablets, and any Wi-Fi enabled devices are usually banned from the premises. The only items most camps do allow are e-readers, without internet capabilities, and mp3 players, without video capabilities.

Initially, children might be opposed to not having electronics, but with time they will realize they can have fun without them. It is important for children to learn how to interact with others in the real world. Are you searching for a place to help your child unplug next summer? Look no further than Camp Tioga! We are confident that by the end of camp, your child will have new friends and memories that will last them a lifetime. To enroll in our camp, email info@camptioga.com or give us a call at 516-938-0894.

How To Make the Most of a Camp Visit

Before you choose the right summer camp for your child, it is important to visit the camp. After all, seeing is believing! Below are some tips that will help you make the most out of your visit. 

What is the Camp Philosophy?
It is imperative that you find out the philosophy of the camp. At Camp Tioga, we believe that children are our future. Our responsibilities include nurturing and guiding them through the best possible life experiences, while providing them with outstanding opportunities to learn and grow physically, socially and emotionally. We also stress team concepts, technology and critical thinking.

What is the Counselor to Camper Ratio?
Campers deserve a personalized experience. With a camper to staff ratio of better than 3 to 1, each camper at Camp Tioga will get the attention they need. 

What Type of Training Does the Staff Have?
It is definitely a good sign if the camp employs top notch counselors. Camp Tioga's staff is composed of carefully selected sports instructors, coaches, health care professionals, graduates and students from the leading colleges and universities from 18 different countries and all over the United States. 

Are you looking for a sleepaway camp for next summer? The solution is simple: choose Camp Tioga! Located in the incredible Endless Mountain region of Pennsylvania, our state-of the-art campus is built on 110 scenic acres, with panoramic views reaching over 40 miles. Call 570-756-2660 today to book a tour of the camp.

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Skills Counselors Learn at Camp

The counselors at Camp Tioga are apart of our family! Being a camp counselor is not  your average summer job. In fact, counselors learn a lot of valuable skills along the way.

Teamwork
Most people in today's society are only concerned with themselves. This is not the case at Camp Tioga. Our activities involve constant collaboration with others. Learning how to work within a team is a lifelong skill.

Social Skills
At Camp Tioga, you will encounter people from every corner of the globe. Not only does this open your mind to new ideas, but it enhances your social skills. 

Leadership Skills
Last but certainly not least, camp counselors are leaders! They quickly learn how to manage and lead a group of young people. Leadership is extremely important at camp and in the workforce.

With a camper to staff ratio of better than 3 to 1, Camp Tioga's staff is composed of carefully selected sports instructors, coaches, health care professionals, graduates and students from the leading colleges and universities from 18 different countries and all over the United States.  Being a counselor at Camp Tioga is an incredibly rewarding job! If you are interested in applying to be a counselor for next summer, please email camptioga@gmail.com.

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What Camp is All About

We still can't believe that the summer of 2015 came and went so quickly. Are you already thinking of next summer? We are too! Kids who have never been to Camp Tioga might be wondering what all the fuss is about. Below is what camp is all about.

•  Building Confidence: Camp is an enriching experience for children. They get to learn new things they would never learn in school. When they master a new skill, it boosts their confidence. 
• Improving Social Skills: At school, children might feel ostracized from different social cliques. This is not the case at Camp Tioga. Everyone is encouraged to make new friends and develop social skills!
• Overcoming Obstacles (Sometimes Literally!): Campers will face different challenges at camp. Whether it be conquering a fear or getting over being homesick, children learn how to overcome different obstacles in life.

Camp Tioga is much more than just a camp. Campers and counselors alike are apart of the Camp Tioga family. We are confident that Camp Tioga is the right fit for any child. This is due to our superior staff, picturesque grounds and the 80 activities we offer. If you would like to become apart of our family, call 516-938-0894 or email info@camptioga.com to enroll.

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Why Your Child Needs Camp

Summertime is here and that means your children are on a two month vacation with nothing to do. The amount of free time your kids have seems almost unlimited during this period. Going to a summer camp is always a great way for your child to spend their summer. Here are just a few reasons on why your child should go to camp.

1. Unplug and Recharge: Research shows that children spend roughly a third of their day engulfed in electronics. While you can interact with friends and family via social media and messaging applications, the aspect of human interaction is not there. A lack of human interaction can stunt the growth of a child’s social development. Most summer camps do not permit the use of electronics which allow children to engage in more face-to-face interactions.
2. Life Skills and Success: Some life skills are not learned in the classroom. Camp offers children the opportunity to build these life skills to coincide with their new found knowledge. Some life skills needed to be successful in today’s world include oral communication, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, social skills and leadership.
3. Playing is Important: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reports that it is very important for children to have an unstructured and free play time. This type of play is needed to help children develop with their social and emotional development. Summer camps do have certain activities planned for each day, but still allow a lot of time for this type of play.
4. Autonomy: Learning and gaining new life skills is very important, but a person needs to accomplish this while being independent of others. Children sometimes need to be separated from their parents so they can learn how to do things on their own. Nothing is more important than allowing a child to make their own decisions. Doing this allows them to learn from their actions and become self-reliant.

Children that learn these life skills have a better chance at becoming a successful adult. Allowing your child to keep developing while not in the classroom each summer is important. A great way to allow children to keep developing is to sign them up for summer camp. At Camp Tioga, your child can continue to grow as a person while also still having fun on their summer break. For an in-depth look at what Camp Tioga has to offer take a look at our website or call (570) 756-2660 for more information.