CAMP ODAYIN 303 THE Masters COURSE For Talented

CAMP ODAYIN 303 THE Masters COURSE For Talented and Fun Volunteers

Camp Odayin Mission Statement Camp Odayin provides safe, fun and supportive camp experiences and community building opportunities for young people with heart disease and their families. Our goal is to provide positive life changing experiences for young people with heart disease. Camp Odayin is a place where the magic of camp fuses with the power of belonging.

FUN!! ENERGY and ENTHUSIASM: Get messy! Get involved! Get silly! “PUKE PROOF” PRAISE: Find opportunities to praise specific actions and responses for every camper. How do YOU bring the FUN FACTOR?

Milkshake Song Repeat after me Oh, a milkshake A sticky waffle A mozzarella pizza All the eggs, all the eggs are broken That was really nothing We can do it _______. Hottie Jalepeno Hot, hottie jalepeno. Spiciest pepper in town. Szzz (poke booty).

When to Report “Up” to Directors: • You have a “gut feeling” something isn’t right or going well for your campers • You have addressed a camper’s unwelcomed or inappropriate behavior and the behavior continues • You are unsure of how to manage a situation or conflict amongst your campers/co-counselor/nurse

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This is used to get everyone’s attention in a large group: HOW DO YOU FEEL? WE FEEL GREAT! DO IT, DO IT HUH.

CABIN TEAMS!

A Day in the Life and Traditions PO E V I SIT BEL ON GIN G

★ Campers check in with Mr/Ms. Polar Bear at the Gazebo and walk down to the lake together. ★ Lifeguard on duty gives the OK, everyone sings the CUBBY CALL, and runs into the lake! ★ Participants earn a certificate if they get wet 3 out of 4 mornings. 7: 15 am Polar Bear Plunge

Cubby Call I’m a cubby, you’re a cubby, We are cubbies all. And when we get together, We do the cubby call (hoowwwwwllll)

8: 00 am Flag Raising ★Whole camp meets at flag pole. ★One cabin is in charge of leading an activity and raise the flags with K staff. ★Pledge of Allegiance. ★Paul Bunyan Salute!

Paul Bunyan Salute Good Morning Paul Bunyan Salute Who loves ya babe?

LUNCH! Squirrel: Box O’ Gold aka Lost and Found Clean Cabin Awards: Each morning a few nurses walk through the cabins to find the two cleanest cabins.

Squirrel Song Campers (and staff) who misplace items at camp stand at the front of the dining hall and ‘squirrel’ in order to reclaim lost items. Squirrel, squirrel, shake your bushy tail Crinkle up your little nose Put a nut between your toes Squirrel, shake your bushy tail

Rest Hour. . . Best Hour • ONE 1 counselor + Cabin Nurse will stay in the cabin with kids. adult remains awake at all times. • Purpose: QUIET time for kids to rest in their OWN bunk!

WATERFRONT *WALK down the path as a cabin group -shoes/flip flops (on feet), towel, sunscreen, water bottle *Safety Break and Snack: Both counselors locate and count campers. When campers are accounted for, 1 counselor reports that “Pine” cabin is accounted for to the K Staff in the Boathouse. *Safety Count: 30 minutes before the end of waterfront K staff will signal for counselors to count kids. *Sauna: 1 adult MUST be present with campers.

Shower Hour. . . and beyond. . . ● Arrive to dinner in scheduled attire. ● Spirit Beads ● Evening Themed Activities Mr/Miss Spirit Awards spirit beads for great cabin cheers, cabin bonding and kindness.

Happiness Runs Happiness runs in a circular motion, Love is like a little boat upon the sea, All of our hearts are deeper than you can see. You can be happy if you let yourself be.

Break Out Groups A)Policies and Procedures B)Medical Safety C) Behavior Strategies and Bullying

Little Things make a BIG difference How do I address unwelcomed behaviors at camp? 1. Keep your head on a swivel. Be aware of physical and behavioral changes. Highly effective counselors prevent misbehavior while less effective counselors react to it. Anticipate and address the behavior before it grows. 1. Nip it in the Bud. Avoid overreacting and/or ignoring behavior as it will spread like a weed.

Little Things make a BIG difference 3. Intervene immediately a. Non verbal cues: Give the “raised eyebrow” teacher-look, Use a signal (shake head, raise arm, etc), Walk towards camper without giving attention to camper, stand close to camper---If the behavior improves, walk away from them. b. Whisper in their ear: Could you please save that for tomorrow? or Is this helping? or Remember you agreed to… (refer to your cabin’s code of conduct) c. Use lots of empathy and get them thinking “I’m sure it seems that way. ” “Thanks for sharing, ” “Bummer. ” “That seems upsetting. ” “What do you plan to do about that? ” “What’s your best guess. . ? ” d. Build a relationship: “I noticed that…” “Sounds like you are…. ”

Little Things make a BIG difference 4. Keep on Trucking. neutralize arguing. Don’t give them fuel for the fire and 5. Save the consequences for the Big stuff. so. . . What is the BIG stuff?

What is bullying? Bullying is any intentional, hurtful act committed by one or more kids against another. It is about an exploitation of some vulnerability that creates an imbalance of power. Unlike fighting (between equals), it does not end when one party says “stop. ” While most kids learn to read social cues that tell them they have crossed the line and stop the aggressive behavior, not all can self-regulate. For these kids the issue is power — power over all others. Deliberate Repeated Power Imbalance

What are some warning signs to look for? • Unexplained damage or loss of favorite of clothing and other personal items • Loss of interest in activities • Unusually sad, moody, anxious, lonely or depressed • Problems with eating, sleeping, bed-wetting • Loss of friends; changes in friends • Headaches, stomachaches, or other physical complaints • Reluctance to participate in activities with peers

What are some actions to look for? • Physical bullying—poking, pushing, hitting, kicking, beating up • Verbal bullying—yelling, taunting, name calling, insulting, threatening to harm • Relational bullying—excluding, spreading rumors, getting others to hurt someone

When to Report “Up” to Directors: • You have a “gut feeling” something isn’t right or going well for your campers • You have addressed a camper inappropriate and/or unwelcomed behavior and the behavior continues • You are unsure of how to manage a situation or conflict amongst your campers/co-counselor/nurse

Break Time

Bedtime and cabin closing. . . everyone does better with structure… Chippewa Bedtime: 1. PJs, brush teeth, go to bathroom, shower? 2. Cabin Closing: Wind down and bond as a cabin. Any great ideas? 3. Get into bunks without flashlights, books, etc. 4. Lights out!! Counselors’ roles? Homesick?

Bedtime and cabin closing. . . everyone does better with structure… Flambeau Bedtime: 1. PJs, brush teeth, shower? 2. Cabin Closing: Wind down and bond as a cabin. Any great ideas? 3. Get into bunks without flashlights, books, etc. Negotiables? 4. Lights out!! Counselors’ roles? Homesick?

Bedtime and cabin closing. . . everyone does better with structure… Namekagon Bedtime: 1. PJs, brush teeth, shower? 2. Cabin Closing: Wind down and bond as a cabin. Any great ideas? 3. Get into own bunks. Flashlights? Books? Etc? 4. Lights out!! Negotiable?

Daily Routines. . . everyone does better with structure… Schedule: Be on time…wear a watch!! • Flag • Morning Rotations : Horseback riding--wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Archery/trust--wear closed-toed shoes • Meals: KP, window options, cheering, clean up! • Waterfront: Sunscreen, sandals and water bottles…new fill up station! • Evening Programs: Fun attire Week at Glance questions? ?

Counselor Routines and Responsibilities What styles and strengths do I bring to camp? 5 Minute Personality Test Big Deal/ No Big Deal Survey

Counselor Routines and Responsibilities How do you divide and conquer to stay healthy? • Polar Bear • Rest Hour • Cabin Closing ideas • Staff Meetings • Candle Ceremony… do before lunch • Free Time…when can I exercise? on Friday!

Peanut Butter Pumps Us Up Peanut butter in a cup I can’t We sing this song to pump us up Why not? Get down, Get funky. Bang bang, choo train Come on, _____ do your thang? I just can’t Why not? My back is aching, the sun’s too bright My hips are poppin from left to right Left to right, left to right Left to the right, left to the right.

“Candy” Confessions Red--favorite hobbies Green--favorite place on earth Purple--favorite memory (at camp? ) Yellow--dream job Orange--Wild (tell us anything about you. . . strange talent, hometown, family/pets, etc)

Remember to… • NEVER be alone with a camper!NEVER leave a camperalone! Have private conversations in public places • Save your love for home! • Keep your personal disclosures appropriate.

Do… Do’s and Don’ts • Squat down and talk to kids on their level. • Learn every kid’s name and a fun fact right away. • Ask them questions. • Listen, smile, and use positive body language. • Keep them busy. • Be consistent. • Don’t… • Ignore campers. • Tell borderline, personal stories. • Give more attention to the adults. • Lose campers. • Be a role model for your co and nurse especially if he/she is new. Use your phone near camper even to take pictures. • Fall asleep first at night. • Use common sense and mature judgement. • • Enforce your cabin’s code of conduct, especially at lights out. Expect the campers to listen the first time during lights out and leave them unmonitored. • Answers camper’s “why” questions positively, such as “Because we’re the ____ team/cabin and that just how we do things…” • Instigate pushing the boundaries or questioning of camp rules.

Don’t forget… The week is what YOU make of it!

Monday Morning at Hotel • WEAR YOUR STAFF T-SHIRT!!! • Registration procedures—expect to hear each camper’s name called into the room when he/she arrives • Be energized • Greet camper and parents (some parents are more nervous than the kids) • Get on your GAME face • G = get on their level • A = announce their name • M = make it known how you feel • E = engage them in conversation

Monday at Camp 1. Greeted by the Camp Knutson staff who will unload the bags into the Gazebo. 2. Meet the campers who were dropped off at camp at the circle of benches or inside dining hall if raining. ***Nurses should meet those parents, introduce themselves and collect any medications. 3. Welcome and eat lunch. 4. Go to bunks, get settled, and change for waterfront. 5. Nurses bring bins of medication directly to health center before taking personal items to Husby. *EXPECT AN EMERGENCY DRILL AFTER DINNER*

Emergency Procedures For emergencies that involve the whole camp (ie day-time storm, logistical changes, etc) PRACTICE DRILL ON MONDAY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Bell will ring continuously All campers and staff meet outside of Angela Hall (dining hall). Count all your campers. Stay calm. Listen for directions For other emergencies. . . fire, storm, missing camper, medical emergency, dangerous intruder. . .

Emergency Procedures Staff manual pg 21, 22 Fire: Evacuate, seek safety away from emergency vehicles. Notify Director. Stay away! Tornado: Go to basement of Hilltop or Husby. Storm: Go to cabin. Leadership will arrive to get head count and give instructions Missing Camper: Check area and ask questions, Notify Director, Gather description of camper, Send staff to nearby areas of hazard Medical Emergency: Walkie Leadership“Medical Emergency. We are at__, ” Camp Dr responds and calls 911, camper/staff moved to Health Center, Counselor takes cabin group away from scene Intruder: Get to safety or Listen for 3 rings STOP (repeats) and then get to safety. Stay in safe area until Leadership staff comes to get you.