TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME CAMP COUNSELORS IN AMERICA🌲🇺🇸
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ส.ค. 2024
- Want to work at a Summer Camp? Watch this first. This is everything I wish I knew before working as a counsellor! All my tips, advice, and hopefully answers for my most frequently asked questions. If you're working as a counsellor this year, comment below and tell me where :) My full Summer Camp Series:
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The Holy Trinity for sending your campers out for activities.
1. Full water bottle
2. Bug and Sunscreen
3. Closed toe shoes
Ally is right, leave the outside world, don’t worry about stuff at home, don’t worry about the small stuff.
Learn to pick your battles, don’t sweat the small things, your having this amazing experience and don’t let anyone ruin these months!
Always count your campers, especially when you have younger groups. They tend to wander off without telling you.
Also do a "Bottle Check" make sure they have their waterbottle, sunscreen, hat, whatever they brought after each activity. Lost and found is always full at the end of the week so take the 10 seconds to ask them if they have everything.
You said it!! I had older ones and still made them do a count off every day haha.
I always have middle schoolers and I count like five times, the other two boys counselors count five times each, all the girls counselors count just as much too. If I'm standing still at camp looking around slowly, I'm probably counting
lets not even talk about the final day of camp, lordy my eyes have never shed so many tears at 5am
same
Oh and don’t be scared of getting messy. I stayed away from all the really messy activities last summer and I really regret not doing those activities
Yes! Messy activities are the best
I’ve got my first day counseling for a nearby Girl Scout camp in about 10 hours, and I’m really excited but also still kinda terrified
THE SHOUTOUT TO DWIGHT AND REFERENCE TO HSM ARE WHAT I LIVE FOR
I just binge watched all of you camp videos and am now seriously thinking of applying. I’ve always kinda wanted to do it but was really scared bc I’m such an introvert. Thank you so much for giving me the push and inspiration I need xxx
You're so welcome!! I'm glad you like the videos :)
Hey ally!! I’ve been binge watching your camp counsellor videos lately. I just wanted to say how much of a kind hearted and beautiful person you are and how much I respect you! It’s so lovely to see you so happy. Have a blessed day ❤️
Thank you so much Louise!! What an incredibly kind thing to say
Thanks for all the amazing advice, you just radiate such happiness and light!! Just got hired at a Canadian camp, I was already excited but you've made me 10 times more excited!!! xx 🌞❤️
Ahh how was it!!
I'm 13. I can't sigh up untill I'm 15. I'm super excited to be a leader but I go in the summer as a camper. Idk why I'm binge watching ur videos but u are AMAZING
heyo, i'm 15 and i just signed up! you should hold onto that wish! being a camp counselor looks really good on job resumes and even college applications! you can even learn really helpful tips!!
Same lol
Wait what camps can you sign up for at 15?
@@iheartryanross77 at my camp the staff can start staff training at 15
sarah joyy what camp is it if you don’t mind me asking?
Thanks so much for this video! I'm going to camp in 5 days and you have made me feel so much more relaxed and more prepared mentally going in so thanks again!
Aw I'm so glad!! How did it all go?
This video was posted at such a good time! I've been binge watching camp videos all week, I got placed at a camp in Colorado and I can't wait! love your videos ally!
Ahh I'm so glad! Which camp are you at?
Ally Sheehan high peak camp :)
@@hannahstravelgram How was it??!!
Ally Sheehan it was AMAZING! I loved it so so much. I met my boyfriend there and we’ve been doing long distance, I went back to the camp in the winter just to visit and I’ve even got placed for next year as well! Xx
@@hannahstravelgram omg! That’s like literally the dream! Where are u from? Im from spain and planning to go next summer (2022)!
I’ve applied to be a camp counsellor in Canada and I’ve got my interview next week, sooo nervous and I really hope I get accepted! Great video 💕
That's so exciting!!!! Trust me, the interview process isn't scary or intimidating at all, they're basically just checking you're a real human. I have a video on that too if you want to check it out :) Where are you coming from?
what camp?!
Emily Wyat I'm going to be a Camp Counseller in Canada this year too! Going to Camp Bnai Brith Montreal x
Millie-Rose Wells Ah!! My dad was a camper and a counsellor there up until he was about 20 and still talks about it almost every day ;) You will have a wonderful time, it's beautiful up there!
Got my interview yesterday hope I get the job too 😁
I have been hired for a camp this summer! I am so excited !
Brittany Lightfoot me too 😇actually as a Girl Scout counselor
OMG THIS IS CRAZY! not only have I been awaiting another Ally camp video, but you uploaded it on my birthday AND your wearing my camp colours, blue and yellow! YASSSS ALLY!!!!!!! Can’t wait for my first summer, 57 days till I fly out! ✈️✈️✈️✈️
YOU MANIFESTED ALL OF THIS. Hahah that's seriously crazy. What camp are you off to? I'm seriously jealous of your colours :)
oh and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Ally Sheehan, also are you heading back to camp this year?
@@emaleighb3866 GIRL HOW WAS IT??
OH MA MA MA it was literally insane!! Like out of this world, life changing!! It definitely took a couple weeks to really adjust and fully let go especially being a bit older then most the staff but once I did, ohhhh boiiii! I’m actually going back this year to run the cooking class program, super exciting stuff! Like can’t eat, can’t sleep, reach for the stars, over the fence, World Series kind of stuff 😏😏😉 are you going back again this year?
I'm from italy but this is like the thing I aspire to do most, I just get emotional thinking about how fun it would be and the people I would meet🥺
ahh it truly is the BEST thing i've ever done!! definitely make it happen next year :)
Yass girl, spread that camp love!
THANKS PAL! I know you're the only person who truly appreciates that movie just as much as I do
CHECK OUT MY NEWEST CAMP VIDEO: th-cam.com/video/CaC_19vRpeA/w-d-xo.html
I live in the US and this summer...next month in fact, I'm going to be a counselor for a week! I'm so excited, but nervous at the same time! I will have 10-12 girls ages 8-11....plus a junior counselor. It should be fun.....i'll be doing a packing video with my stuff a few days before I leave. So thanks for the advice.
I’m going to be a camp Counselor this summer in Colorado. Two years ago I was a support staff in a camp in New York.
wow how was it!
@@AllySheehan How much money did you make at camp?
I was so apprehensive about applying to go next year but just watched all your camp videos and I’m so excited!😭😂❤️
YES GIRL!
I love your comment about keeping a journal because that's what I used to do for school trips abroad as a teenager (I also did this on a family trip to Sri Lanka 2 years ago, but there ended up being some gaps in it), but I always wrote SO MUCH. I'm planning to take my journal with me to the weekend Guides county camp I'm going to this July!
I feel unsure if I should ever apply to be a camp counsellor because I get overwhelmed easily by the noise of lots of people talking at the same time, and being a Guides leader, I manage to deal with it at just 2 hours a week, but I don't think I can be that "on" for 2 months straight.
I have no interest in being a camp counselor, I'm just here cos I love your energy 👽💗
best comment ever!
I got hired for my first camp counselor job this summer!! Im so excited and nervous thanks for making this video!
How did it go!??
Ally I love all your videos about camp. You where probably one of the biggest reasons why I’m doing it now in June. Hope you have a good time this summer when you go xx
Ahh thanks so much Nicola! Where are you going?
This is such great advice! x
Thanks lovely!!! That means a lot :)
This summer will be my third year as a camp counselor- and I loved all your tips, they are all so true. Being a camp counselor is the best. :)
Thanks lovely I'm glad! Where do you work?
I work at a camp called Camp Kamaji! It's in Minnesota :)
Thanks so much for this ally! I absolutely adore Camp & your videos:)) I’m a first time summer camp counselor & I can not wait for June💕🏕🛶 I am a very extroverted person and I love meeting and hanging out with people but I also love having my alone time too. Camp is such a special place to be & I love to take it all in.
I'm so excited for you Lauren! Where are you going?
Ally Sheehan my camp in Jackson Michigan- Camp Storer😍
@@Lauren-co9zs How was your Summer??
Ally Sheehan hey girl! it was really fun:) my camp had a lot of rules for the staff which I didn’t love but it was a great summer! ❤️ are you coming back to the US in a few months? Hope to meet you someday! I’m in Ohio!
Could you do a Camp essentials/packing list video? I'm off to Maine to camp for my 1st summer as a counsellor and I'm not sure what to bring. Love your vids💞
Done! :)
th-cam.com/video/AiN_tyZFkBQ/w-d-xo.html
Let me know how camp was!
I'm going to work on a camp in maine this summer.. Where did you work? How was it x
This video was so helpful. Subscribed :)
yay thanks!
this is so good!!! I can't wait until I can go 🤞🏽
i'm considering applying in 2019 when I'm 18, literally my only issue is my family isn't well off and i'm struggling to find a job so I'm completely broke. I love the US and the idea of camp because we don't have it in the UK but boy are the expenses stressing me out.
I'd recommend getting a job with Serve Legal, they let you do ID testing and you have to be 18-19 to do it and its actually quite good money you could easily save up enough money for camp and its super flexible- its a really great part time job that works around your other commitments and its how I afforded to go to camp! x (www.servelegal.co.uk)
Can't wait for camp, thank you Ally!
How was it??
honestly I like the natural light, it seems less stages, and it makes a better connection with the audience in my opion.
Also im not even a C.I.T. but im obbsessed with camp videos! lol :D
Edit: I was wish you could be my conseller :)
Aw that's so kind!!! I would love to be
Hi Ally! Firstly I’d like to say a huge thank you for all your Summer Camp videos....it really helped to put things into perspective for me as you’ve been to camp before and you were able to get your message across in your videos pretty well! I’m gonna be a LIT (Leader In Training) Counselor at Camp Muskoka in Canada this Summer :)
I'm so glad to hear that!!! Gosh camps in Canada look BEAUTIFUL. Is a LIT like something between camper and counsellor?
It’s basically being a Camp Counselor for the older kids (12-16 year olds)...and yeah from the pics and videos I’ve seen of my Camp it looks really good so I can’t wait tbh :)
Thank you for the office reference.
had to do it xx
thank you, thank you! I'm going to be a first time counselor this summer at Camp Louise in Maryland! your camp videos are always so helpful :) I'm sooooo excited to go (and terrified at the same time). Are you going back to camp this year? xx
Hey I know camp is not all about the money but how much did you make being a beginner at that camp if you mind sharing?
Omg that's the camp I'm going to this summer!!! How did you find it?
Woo! Another camp video! 😊 love your vids Ally. And we have the same watch!
Thanks dude!! Haha how great is it, I've had this baby for eight years and it's still perfect
Leaving camp IS the hardest!!! I cry everytime
Yesss loving the office reference😂😂
Ahhhh this makes me want to be a camp counselor so bad
doooo ittt
what do you recommend taking to capture the memories? just a journal or a camera as well? digital or not I don't know what to do XD
Hey Ally! I was curious about travelling after camp like how much you usually budget, and also if it's hard to meet people at camp who you can travel with after? I was also wondering if you think it would be too hard to be a counsellor for someone who is a bit introverted/shy? Thanks! Love your vids x
Hey Riley!
Budgeting is honestly totally up to you! I know some people who spent $3000, some who spent under $1000.
It depends if you want to stay in one place or visit many, fly vs. motorhome vs. campervan vs. regular car (and thus hotels vs. motels) and so on - there's a lot of room for choice :)
Personally I think the salary you'll earn at camp is pretty much enough to travel on, but that's if you're not spending loads of it while you're working.
and no I don't necessarily think so! I feel like a role in the Arts Shack or something could be quite fitting, where it's a more low-energy environment and doesn't involve as much entertaining, just coming up with projects and helping kids get creative :)
good luck to you!
I am doing a cit program this summer at my girl scout camp, going on nine years since my first summer!!!
What camp are you going to? I love my Girl Scout camp!
I wish that you would make more video's about whatever I think about you like a friend and i miss you
Im going to apply to become a camp counselor and im so nervous ahhhh!
Yay!!
I have funny questions but.. I’ve to ask :D I’m from Poland and I’m really scared that I’m gonna put on weight during camp :o polish people who were on camp told me that American food is full of fat and it’s really easy to become fatter. Is that true? What you can say about food? Is there any healthy solutions during meals?
I lost weight at camp because I'm a vegan, but most camps have a salad bar and there's definitely healthy options :) It's just hard to say no to the awesome nuggets and pizza!
What does happen at camp for vegetarians? I’m thinking of applying for next summer! Loved the video and just subscribed!xx
We get vegetarian options :)
Thanks for the video! Do you have any tips for if you're a bit more on the introverted side? I have my first counselor job this summer on the east coast.
What is the average age of a camp counselor? I am a teacher and am considering doing camp counseling over the summer, but I don't want to be the oldest counselor.
Usually counselors are between 16-23 but ive worked with people 25-31
Do a lot of people get fired from camp? Beacuse I'm really scared of that happening to me
Jay Williams idk you’ve heard from anyone, but it depends on the camp you work at 🤷🏼♂️🤷🏼♂️ they need a really good reason to do so
I only had one person get fired from my camp last year for having bad stuff in the staff cabin. So, you should be fine.
i want to be counselor but i’m scared that my english isn’t good enough:(
there are other roles you can work at camp if english is your second language!
Hey I'm from NZ and hoping to apply soon. Did you apply with a skill or just as a general counsellor? I'm super worried cos lots of the skills they're looking for are things I've done but not neccesarily long time xx
I listed all the skills I have some form of talent in, but mentioned in my interview I'd love to be a GC, preferably for older girls :)
i want this soo bad!!!
Katrien van Doorn you should do it!
Hi Ally, I love watching you camp videos and have decided to apply to camp this summer. However I’ve not gained a place at camp yet. I’ve been on review twice. Should I be worried? X
It took me a few months to get placed and I ended up at my dream/perfect camp :)
How did it turn out?
can you post your own camping essentials when it comes to packing?
Done! :) th-cam.com/video/AiN_tyZFkBQ/w-d-xo.html
Personally I was a camper for 7 years at my camp how do I make that switch and I know the camp so I know some of the expectations
“She went ballistic. She started yelling in French. I didn't even know she spoke French.”
Oh, Nicky. This reaction is totally classic. It's "Daddy's Getting Remarried 101."
I´m going to be counselor this year, but I´m so nervous, I from colombia, and I still feel nervous about the languaje!! HELP MEE PLEASE!! Xd Great video!!! :D
How was it??
"Maybe okay will be our always" also the ad for your yt clip was of Liv and Teigs xx
MISS HAZEL GRACE AND MR AUGUSTUS WATERS! (I think??)
That is so freaking cool about Liv and Teigs haha!! TH-cam really knows it's audience. I always wonder what my ads are!
Hehe yasss! It's my favourite quote 😊
I need to read that heartbreaking wonderful book again
I will work at a camp between Seattle and Vancouver called Camp Nor`wester : )
Im going to a meet and greet in NYC and Im wondering what do you normally do at the meet and greets? Is the schedule hectic? :)
That's so exciting!!! One of the most beautiful parts of the whole country :)
Hmm I'm not actually sure what a meet and greet is, like the night before camp, at a hostel?
Ally Sheehan Yeah! The info I have gotten is that im flying into NYC on the 12 of june and im staying at a hostel for a meet and greet for a night and flying to Seattle the 13 of june. But more then that I dont know haha. I kind of wish I could fly directly to Seattle and camp! 😂
I have my first interview with my dream camp in two days and Im so nervous! AHHHHHH
WOW! How did it go??
Which camp was it??
are you allowed your phone to take photos?
would you say working with the 15/16 yr old girls is more or less hard work and/or draining then working with younger kids? I'm thinking of applying to camp but don't know what age group id be more suited to
riley murdoch hi. Ik the question wasn’t geared towards me, but I thought I’d add my two cents!! I got the pleasure of being with 15/16 year old girls, as well as 11/12 y/os, this past summer at camp, and being with the teens was honestly the best! I was extremely intimidated at first bc I was so close in age with them (18) but it’s soooo much fun!! It was like having a sleepover every night for two weeks!! Personally, I believe it’s a lot easier in a sense because they’re older, so they’re a lot more independent. And pretty much all of my girls had grown up going to that camp, so they knew the routine. Which is nice because you do not have to constantly remind them to do things, but beware of the drama. Just gotta watch out for the cliques and cattiness at times. Also, sometimes its a little harder getting them excited to do things because they’re older. That was the only con I had (drama). Other than that, working with that age group is absolutely wonderful!!! I got extremely close to my girls, and had the best weeks of camp with them. I love older kids because I like having real conversations, and being able to relate to them more. Especially that age. Camp is draining regardless, but honestly it all just depends on your personality, and what age group you’re most comfortable with. You cannot go wrong either way!!!! You could always try out both, and go from there. Good luck to you next summer!!! :-)
Hi, I’m filling out my application now and they want 10 skills (and some of the things I do aren’t even included) I’m intermediate level in most of them, is that ok? I prefer trying new things so I wouldn’t even say there was something I’m an expert at. They said I would be guaranteed a place but it seems like they’re looking for people who are more advanced with their skills. Do you think it’s worth carrying on? I’ve already paid the deposit :(
What do you recommend for Flights? The fixed flight or the extra £130 to DIY flight?
Georgia Jones if it’s your first time I would go for the fixed flight cos you’ll meet people travelling over on the plane!
Hi, did you book through a camp travelling organisation such as Camp america or Americamp? Thank you
Yes, CCUSA :)
I'm off to Western Massachusetts this summer travelling from Cardiff, Wales. What sort of advice could you guys give me? Ryan
Ryan Mullins Hey Ryan! Pretty much everything I talk about in these videos :)
You can check out the newest one here: th-cam.com/video/CaC_19vRpeA/w-d-xo.html
What to pack: th-cam.com/video/AiN_tyZFkBQ/w-d-xo.html
Awesome, cheers Ally! You going again this year?
What type of camp were you at?
A traditional Jewish sleepaway camp :)
Do they put you on the same flight as other people going? I'm scared that I'll be alone on the flight
ItsAoife don’t be scared! I flew to Greece and back from the US all by myself and it was a great experience :)
You can book your own flights :)
I want to be a camp councillor soooo bad :(((
do it girl !!
Hey Ally, would you recommend accepting the first placement you receive ? i got an email from a camp that i am not particularly interested in as none of the activities are to my liking but i am worried that if i decline then i may not be placed again and will loose my acceptance fee?
truman rxbs this is my first year going to camp. I’m going through camp leaders, and the first placement I was given wasn’t anything like what I wanted! It was more of an ‘educational’ camp, but I wanted to go to more of a traditional camp. Camp leaders advised me to turn it down and not go to a camp where I won’t enjoy, but ofc made me aware of the very small possibility that I wouldn’t get another placement. I ended up turning the camp down, and got another placement from a camp which seems 1000000% more suited to me! Camp leaders works with so many camps, and they placed every single person last year, so I would maybe speak to whatever agency you went through and see what they recommend? Don’t settle, make sure you’re going to a camp which you know you will love and enjoy! Xxx
I called the agency today and they recommended saying yes as its so close to closing time that theres a chance i wont get places again
Hi lovely! When you say the activities aren't to your liking, what do you mean? Is it a different style camp to what you were hoping for (traditional, religious, scout, special needs etc) or do they just not offer the activities you're hoping for? xx
Ally Sheehan yeah it was a different type of camp I was hoping for and different activities, ones that I wouldn’t be well suited to :( I still have an open mind and I really want to go I am just not sure if I would enjoy myself or not sure if I should take the risk of declining
Hmmm, I see your predicament!! Which camp is it?
is it a paying job? p.s love and appreciate your advice
Ashlee Turner for a lot of camps it is. it depends upon the camp though
yes it is paid!