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Six Foolproof Strategies for Going After Goals
We teach Camp Fire kids that meeting their goals takes planning, practice and progress-monitoring. It’s not something that just happens. We make goals happen.
Young people want to shape the world – now
A recent survey by the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning & Engagement (CIRCLE) found “83 percent [of youth ages 18-24] say they believe young people have the power to change the country.” That’s exactly what we want young people in Camp Fire to discover, practice, and believe: Their contributions and leadership matter to their communities, our country, and the wider world NOW – not just in the future.
My Camp Success Story
I honestly don’t think there’s a better person than me to talk about how attending camp can help someone become successful in school, life and beyond.
Things I’ve Learned During the Pandemic….. So Far
Building community connections is what I do every day. I work with businesses, teachers and organizations to create the perfect off-site experience to foster learning and deepen understanding – of nature, of one another and communication.
COVID, a Growth Mindset and Me
One day in early spring 2020 I packed up a few things from my office, picked up my two preschool-age children from child care and drove home thinking we’d hunker down and enjoy a vacation/work-from-home couple of weeks. Oh, how very little did I know. And how quickly did I have to learn.
Reflections – A Blog
Camp Fire programs use Thrive{ology} as a framework, which includes a segment called “Reflections” at the end of a program or task, as a review of what was learned, what went well or not so well, and the lessons learned. Today, I thought it appropriate to do a little reflecting myself, as I left the Camp Fire Resource Center for the last time as the President/CEO, the end of a 43-year experience working for Camp Fire First Texas.
Importance of Community During the Continued Days of COVID
Building community connections is what I do every day. I work with businesses, teachers and organizations to create the perfect off-site experience to foster learning and deepen understanding – of nature, of one another and communication.
Camp El Tesoro de la Vida – Going Beyond Summer Camp
This summer, the ongoing COVID situation prevented the traditional grief camp from operating. Camp volunteers and counselors knew children still needed the support this program offers.
Feel Like Yourself Again
It is so easy today to become caught up in the very real worry and resulting anxiety surrounding the worldwide pandemic we are facing.
Camp Fire First Texas Will Welcome New President/CEO in October
Fort Worth, Texas (September 15, 2020) - After receiving interest from more than 150 candidates, Camp Fire First Texas is excited to announce Lauren Richard will take the reigns as the next president/CEO of Camp Fire First Texas on [...]
You Can Impact a Life Like Emily’s Today
Emily’s Camp Fire Journey “Camp Fire will change you. It will make you see the world and yourself differently,” explained Emily Smith who just completed her Freshman year at North Side High School. She first walked through the doors at [...]
Chill Candy: 4 Pop-into-your-life tips to make it through a difficult day
It was Friday. I felt overloaded. ... To help me survive days like these, I have come to rely on chill candy. Simple quick ways to remind my body, mind, and spirit that I am okay. I can do this difficult moment.
