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Camp Directors

Schools & Childcare Providers

Natural disasters and unexpected emergencies can happen at anytime. These PPN resources can assist directors in preparation for campers to arrive at your facility.

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American Academy of Pediatrics Sets the Groundwork for a Safe and Healthy Camp

This webpage describes how the American Academy of Pediatrics gives advice to keep kids safe and healthy at camp, helping parents and staff prepare better.

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Camp Director Resource Page

This webpage describes helpful resources and links for camp directors, making it easier to find important information for running safe and successful outdoor programs.

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Essential Risk Management Strategies for Summer Camp Directors

This blog post describes key ways summer camp directors can keep campers safe and handle risks, helping camps run smoothly and avoid accidents or problems.

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Recreational Camp Emergency Plans for Incidents and Natural Disasters

This document describes how camps can prepare for emergencies and natural disasters, helping keep everyone safe by having clear plans and checklists to follow.

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Severe Weather Season Is Year-Round - Preparing Your Camp

The website describes how camps should prepare for severe weather all year, helping keep everyone safe by planning ahead and knowing what to do in emergencies.

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Tips For Working With Special Needs Children

This blog post describes helpful tips for working with special needs children, making it easier to support their learning, communication, and daily activities in a caring way.