Selected Web Sites

An excellent resource for accessing camp-related sites can be found at www.backflip.com/members/campsource (if you go to simply www.backflip.com, you will need to find a link to public folders, and then locate campsource). This Internet bookmarking site, created by the author, contains over three hundred camp-related websites. Unlike this manual, it can be updated daily, which makes it an excellent resource for all members of your staff.

The 300+ websites which appear below were downloaded from www.backflip.com/members/campsource. Although all sites provided below were active at the time of this revision (2/04), be aware that many web sites do frequently change URLs or become inactive. If what you want does not appear here, you may want to investigate www.ikeepbookmarks.com. This Internet bookmarking site, unlike Backflip, has a search feature which allows you to search through all public folders by key words.

QUICK LINKS

Behavior Management--ADHD

Camp Programming--Arts and Crafts--Campfire Song Leading

--Skits/Sketches--Songs/Song Leading

--Nature Activities--Field Guides

--Outdoor Living Skills--General Camping--Orienteering--Outdoor Cooking--Ropes, Knots, Knives

--Waterfront ActivitiesCamp Web PagesChild Abuse/ NeglectChristian EducationCounselor Direct Links

Crisis PlanningFood and NutritionGames and Recreation

--Icebreakers--Outdoor--Rainy Day/Indoor

GrantsHealth IssuesNative AmericansQuotation SourcesReferences/Search EnginesRisk ManagementSexual HarassmentStaff HiringStaff Training

--Training GamesState Departments of EducationTeaching ResourcesTeen Issues

Behavior Management

Behavior Home Page, KentuckyLots of links to behavior management for groups and individuals.

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http://www.state.ky.us/agencies/behave/homepage.html

Behavior Management Online CourseDesigned for paraeducators, this course provides sound information and techniques for management. http://www.para.unl.edu/para/Behavior/Intro.html

Best Practices: Classroom Management Concepts Table of ContentsTried and true methods that work in classrooms can be adapted for camp. http://www.osr.state.ga.us/bestprac/class/clmgt_toc.htm

Breaking Up A FightTips for proper method in breaking up fight. http://www.segag.org/breaking.html

Bullying WebsiteFrom UK, a website featuring numerous perspectives on bullying, plus extensive advice. http://www.bullying.co.uk/

Character EducationCharacter Ed. tips for Schools and Youth Groups; also click onto main page for more ideas. http://www.charactercounts.org/schools.htm

Dr. Mac's Behav. Mgmt. Advice SiteHuge site with lots of links to helpful articles, lists, and tips. Good place to search for ideas to give to counselors seeking help. http://maxweber.hunter.cuny.edu/pub/eres/EDSPC715_MCINTYRE/715HomePage.html

Functional Behavioral AssessmentFBA is a process for addressing problem behavior. Full explanation here with ways to implement. http://cecp.air.org/fba/default.htm

InterventionCentral.org Web SiteLots of ideas for interventions; many downloads and articles. http://www.interventioncentral.org/index.shtml

PBIS WelcomePositive Behavioral Interventions and Supports: learn about universal, group, and individual approaches. http://www.pbis.org/english/default.htm

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Positive ParentingThis parenting website features adaptable information on Bedtime Without Struggling, Children’s Feelings, Development, Handling Different Temperaments, and more. http://www.positiveparenting.com

ProTeacher! Classroom ManagementMany links to adaptable and practical ideas. http://www.proteacher.com/030000.shtml

You Can Handle Them All Web Site117 problems behaviors to click on for tips and strategies. http://www.disciplinehelp.com

Behavior Management:ADHD

ADD WareHouse HomepageA leading resource for the understanding and treatment of A.D.D. and related disorders. Check out the free articles. http://addwarehouse.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/index.html

ADHD/Special Needs ... Misunderstood Kids Outside the Box!Articles and links for parents and teachers. http://adhd.kids.tripod.com

Attention Deficit Disorder AssociationOrganization homepage features articles, information, links, and contacts. http://www.add.org

Attention Deficit: Favorite ADD ADHD LinksGreat info and links designed for educators. http://www.addinschool.com/elementary.htm

Attention-Deficit Disorder Archives -- SchoolNo frills collection of links with basic info. http://users.rcn.com/peregrin.enteract/add/school.html

CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity DisorderOne of top websites on ADD. http://www.chadd.org

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Learning Disabilities OnLineAn outline discussing various emotional and learning problems with specific suggestions on how to manage them. http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/parenting/hallowell_tips.html

PBS Special Report on ADHDSynopsis of show on medicating ADHD, plus additional info on ADHD. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/medicating

SaveOneStarfishAn ADHD site created by three school nurses. http://www.save-one-starfish.org

Camp Programming

Fun and Games.OrgA UK based site featuring games, activities, mind benders and more; many can be adapted for use with staff orientation. http://www.funandgames.org

Winter Camp ActivitiesLinks to many activities to enjoy in the "off season;" great for year-round camps. http://www.inquiry.net/outdoor/winter/activities/index.htm

Youth Ministry Game IndexOver 800 games, including water, theatre, and simulation games. http://www.pastor2youth.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=books&file=index

Camp Programming:Arts and Crafts

Animated OrigamiLearn and teach the art of paper folding through animated lessons.http://www.jade.dti.ne.jp/~hatori

Art Ideas, Including Artist StudiesFor art club or badge work, some artist studies, plus some general arts and crafts ideas. http://hometown.aol.com/powers8696/artindex.html

Crafts for Boys

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A list of links. http://childparenting.about.com/cs/projects/a/boycrafts.htm

Crafts for Kids - EnchantedLearning.comDozens of craft projects for kids. http://www.enchantedlearning.com/crafts

Kids Domain Crafts - Summer CraftsA number of projects; also see link at bottom for Camp Crafts.http://www.kidsdomain.com/craft/_summer.html

KinderArt Summer CampMany ideas for camp arts and crafts. http://www.kinderart.com/camp

Camp Programming:Campfire/Song Leading

Audience Participation StoriesGet the audience involved! Great alternative to songs, and a great way to "allow" noise in the dining hall. http://www.scoutingbear.com/audience/audpart.htm

Campfire MagicWays to add color and excitement to your next campfire (colored flames, etc.). http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/fmagic.htm

Campfire PlanningSequence of songs, plus links to campfire themes. http://www.geocities.com/EnchantedForest/Glade/8851/fireplan.htm

Netwoods Campfire IdeasIdeas for many types of campfires, plus lots of links. Add some variety! http://www.netwoods.com/d-campfire.html

Songs (from the Girl Scouts)Songs organized by type; might be links to getting the music online also. http://www.geocities.com/EnchantedForest/Glade/8851

Songs and Night GamesSome different ideas for song leading.

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http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/3209/sing-nite.html

Camp Programming:Campfire/Song Leading:

Skits/SketchesCampfire StuntsAn extensive list of campfire stunts (skits) can be downloaded here; converts into any word processing program. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/cmpfire.html

MacScouter Big Book of SkitsDownloadable "book" of over 400 skits, plus links to more. http://www.macscouter.com/Skits/index.html

More SkitsAn online collection of old favorites, most involving little preparation. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/skits2.html

Seven Steps to Successful SkitsA brief article on the above topic. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/skitplan.html

Skits (1 of 4 web pages)From Scouts, this site is the first of four skit pages. See links at bottom for other three. http://www.geocities.com/EnchantedForest/Glade/8851/skits1.htm

Camp Programming:Campfire/Song Leading:

Songs and Song Leading

Songs from the ScoutsAll songs listed here come with audio links, so you can hear actual tunes. http://library.chsscout.net/Campfire_Songs

Songs, Cheers, and YellsLinks to online and downloadable songs and cheers. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/cmpfire.html

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Welcome to Becky's Campfire Songbook!All types of songs and chants. http://www.geocities.com/EnchantedForest/Glade/8851/index.htm

Camp Programming:Nature Activities

Butterfly LabLife cycles, behaviors, and tons more. http://www.naturemuseum.org/online/thebutterflylab/index.htm

Firefly Facts (and other critters)This page gives information on fireflies, but the site links to other camp critters in which your kids will be interested. http://www.normanbirdsanctuary.org/artman/publish/article_43.shtml

Games and Nature FunAlthough many of these activities happen online, some can be used offline as well. http://www.naturepark.com/fun.htm

Hiking IdeasDozens of ideas for themed, purposeful hikes. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/5658/hikes96.html

Insecta InspectaStudent created site introduces facts about major insects; nice since it doesn't overwhelm you with info. http://www.insecta-inspecta.com

Insolent InvadersBrief facts on several alien species which are invading the ecosystems of the US. http://whyfiles.org/160invasive_spec/index.html

Learning Activities of the Child and Family PageList of clickable links to a number of nature and science activities, complete with lesson plans. http://www.cfc-efc.ca/menu/learning_en.htm

Lightning!Cool Girl Scout link features info and experiments relevant to lightning. Many ideas can work at camp. http://jfg.girlscouts.org/Why/sciact/Electricity/Lightning.htm#Nature%27s%20Own

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%20Electric%20Show

Nature ActivitiesEasy ideas for crafts, hikes, etc. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/nature.htm

Nature and Science Activities for Young ChildrenBeginning place for searching out ideas. http://www.dc.infi.net/~bvandyke/nature.html

Nature ImagesSearch and print out copyright free images from nature from this site. http://images.fws.gov

Nature Park Nature ActivitiesList of easy to do activities, with links to other sites and recommended books. http://www.naturepark.com/act.htm

Pet BugsWebsite on keeping bugs as pets. Facts, where to purchase, and more. http://www.petbugs.com

Puffin Productions: Teaching ResourcesA small collection of ideas and games for teaching about the environment. http://www.puffin.ca/teach.htm

Science MasterLots of great pics, plus full pages of info on topics. Best bet: click on "Jumpstart Learning" on left side to begin exploring. http://www.sciencemaster.com

Scout Nature GamesShort list of well described nature games. http://www.netwoods.com/Games/nat-game.html

Water ActivitiesFour cool water experiments which can be done in the camp setting. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/wateractivities.htm

Why? FilesFor all the questions that kids ask, plus sci info behind the news stories, see this site. http://whyfiles.org

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Camp Programming:Nature Activities:

Field GuidesE-Nature.comOnline field guide with hundreds of animals searchable, plus you can access tracks, species, etc. germane to your region. http://www.enature.com/ads/popup/mem_pop_up.asp

Friends of the National ZooLinks to lots of animals, plus some lesson ideas for educators. http://www.fonz.org

Camp Programming:Outdoor Living Skills

Bringing the Outdoors InOutdoor-related activities to be conducted indoors, perhaps on a rainy day. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/outin.htm

EQUIPPED TO SURVIVE (tm) - A Kid's Wilderness Survival PrimerA kid's guide to survival when lost in the wild. http://www.equipped.com/kidprimr.htm

GORPAlthough a commercial page, there are lots of links here to outdoor pursuits. http://gorp.com/index.html

Hiking IdeasDozens of ideas for themed, purposeful hikes. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/5658/hikes96.html

Hot Links to the Great OutdoorsJust4Girls site has a number of links which can be explored for further info on outdoor education. http://jfg.girlscouts.org/LINKS/linksod.htm#Links%20to%20Camping%20and%20Outdoor%20Recreation

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InsaneScouter - Outdoor LinksSeveral links to outdoor related topics including camping, cooking, first aid. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/outdoor.html

More Skill Building GamesMost of these are related to Hiking and Orienteering, but check to see what has been added. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/3209/Skills2.html

Netwoods Virtual CampsiteLots of links and articles about scouting and campcraft. http://www.netwoods.com

Outdoor Safety.org Home PageList of articles, many related to outdoor experiences with children. http://www.outdoored.com/articles/ListAll.asp

Outline of Eight Outdoor SkillsFrom Girl Scouts, this can be used as a general lesson plan outline for outdoor living club or badge work. http://members.aol.com/JEM35/patchgvgsc.html

Rules for Survival: Lost in the WoodsFrom Search and Rescue Society of BC, nine rules for survival. Other interesting links can be found on home page of this site. http://www.sarbc.org/litw3.html

Scout Net Links To OLS and MoreThis Singapore scout site offers excellent links to skills, songs, how-to guides, and many other resources which can be put to use to enhance camp programming. http://chsscout.net/index.shtml

Scouting ChallengesNo-frills page links to several outdoor living skills challenges, many appropriate for camp setting. http://www.malak.ca/super.html

Scouting GamesSome excellent skill building games here, plus one section on emergency preparedness. http://www.netwoods.com/d-games.html

Scouting Links to Campcraft ChallengesLots of links to campcraft challenges and outdoor pursuits. http://www.inquiry.net

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Camp Programming:Outdoor Living Skills:

General CampingCamp Skills Evaluation FormList of camp skills; can be copied and pasted and adapted. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/cskills.htm

Campfire MagicAdd color and excitement to your campfire (colored flames, etc.). http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/fmagic.htm

Campground Reservation SiteReserve a campsite nationwide. http://www.reserveamerica.com

Camping ConnectionA registry of North American campgrounds; with links to resources, recipes, songs, outfitters, more. http://www.campingconnection.com

Camping Tips and HintsLinks to a number of ideas and articles for general camping. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/camping.htm

Coleman.com - Home PageColeman camping products homepage: articles, camping reservations, more. http://www.coleman.com/coleman/home.asp

Equipment ListPersonal camping equipment list; can be pasted into a Word document and edited. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/equipmentlist.html

First Aid Info From ScoutsFirst Aid info relevant to outdoor living skills can be found here. http://library.chsscout.net/First_Aid

Flashlight GamesSome games to play at night. http://library.chsscout.net/Games_Collection/article-28-page-one.shtml

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Girls Scouts Outdoor SkillsA page of links from the Girl Scouts to outdoor living skills. Use for badgework or general knowledge. http://jfg.girlscouts.org/Go/Outdoors/Skills/outdoor.htm

Go Camping America | MainInfo and links on camping. http://www.gocampingamerica.com

Obnoxious Plants--Poison Ivy and NettlesGeneral info on poison ivy. http://ncnatural.com/wildflwr/obnxious.html

Camp Programming:Outdoor Living Skills:

OrienteeringHow To Use a CompassSeveral interactive lessons in different languages. http://www.learn-orienteering.org/old

Map AdventuresFrom USGS, a series of lessons of map reading. Most info can be downloaded for printing. http://interactive2.usgs.gov/learningweb/teachers/mapadv.htm

Map and Compass SkillsMap and Compass link page from Search and Rescue of British Columbia. http://www.sarbc.org/m&c.html

US Orienteering FederationArticles, links, contacts, for maps and map reading. http://www.us.orienteering.org

Camp Programming:Outdoor Living Skills:

Outdoor CookingAmy's Bookmarks/CookingA list of links for outdoor cooking. http://www.ikeepbookmarks.com/browse.asp?

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Campfire cookingA couple classic recipes. http://allsands.com/Food/HowTo/campfirecooking_oi_gn.htm

More Cooking Sites from ScoutsSome outdoor cooking recipes and techniques to download, plus links to more. http://www.scoutingbear.com/cook.htm

Scouting Ideas for Outdoor CookingRecipes, tools, techniques from the Boy Scouts. http://www.netwoods.com/d-cooking.html

Solar CookingInfo on solar (sun) cooking. http://solarcooking.org

The Backcountry Recipe BookNo frills recipes for backpacking. http://www.icomm.ca/survival/140-tips.don/recipe.htm

Camp Programming:Outdoor Living Skills:

Ropes, Knots, Knives

Adventure HardwareAn equipment supply store for experiential and adventure-based programs. http://www.adventurehardware.com/index1.html

Animated KnotsAnimated Knots for Scouts presents clear animations of how to tie the dozen most popular knots.http://www.mistral.co.uk/42brghtn/knots/42ktmenu.html

Giant GadgetsKnot craft ideas for cool stuff to build. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/gadgets.htm

Knot Games

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Half a dozen games to make knot craft more fun. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/knot.htm

Notable Knot IndexClick on knot name to learn its use and tying. http://www.geocities.com/roo_two/knotindex.html

Skill BuildingFrom a Girl Scout group, these are mostly activities relating to knots, but other concepts are here also. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/3209/Skills1.html

Camp Programming:Waterfront Activities

American Red CrossLifeguarding and water safety information from the American Red Cross. http://www.redcross.org/services/hss/aquatics

CDC Healthy SwimmingLearn about recreational water illnesses and how to prevent at camp. http://www.cdc.gov/healthyswimming

Lifeguarding jobs.comA place to advertise your waterfront positions. http://www.lifeguardingjobs.com

Water GamesSimple water games for either a water carnival, or perhaps "station" type games on a hot day. http://www.gamekids.com/games3b.html

Water Games 2Both in-water and on-land water activities for cooling off on a hot day. http://www.pastor2youth.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=books&file=index&req=view_cat&cid=4

Camp Web PagesCamp AlleghenyCamp Allegheny's site features (p. 4) a list of majors and internships which can be served

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thru camp experience. http://camppage.com/allegheny

Camp ConnriThe divisional website, containing some camp information. http://www.salvationarmy-ct-ri.org

Camp Ladore http://www.ladore.org

Camp SebagoSebago features a downloadable staff application, plus a Frequently Asked Questions page. http://www.campsebago.org

Camp TecumsehCamper pictures organized by year, plus big emphasis on international composition of staff. http://www.salvos.com/tecumseh

Camp Tecumseh 2A more basic page of the camp for use by the casual observer, or future gift-giver. http://www.newjerseysalvationarmy.org/tecumseh.cfm

Camp WonderlandStaff quotes plus information about sending a camper to camp. http://www.salvationarmy-usaeast.org/wonderland

Star Lake CampThis site features a staff bulletin board for offseason communication. http://camppage.com/starlake

Child Abuse/NeglectCamp Safety ProjectInformation and guidelines for preventing sexual abuse and misconduct at camp. http://www.campsafetyproject.org

Chiild Abuse Prevention NetworkSearch articles, links, state code, and more. http://child-abuse.com

Child Abuse Prevention Association

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Information and links on child abuse. http://www.childabuseprevention.org

Child Abuse.comStats, checklists, what-to-do-if scenarios, articles, contact numbers. http://www.childabuse.com

Frequently Asked Questions re Child AbuseFrom Injury Board.com, a list of questions which child care workers might ask about rights/responsibilities in reporting. http://www.injuryboard.com/specificArticleFromSiteSearch.cfm?Article=271

Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect - by Susan K. Smith, Atty., HartfFacts regarding legal ramifications regarding liability to report. http://www.smith-lawfirm.com/mandatory_reporting.htm

National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and NeglectGlossary, guidelines, state-specific info and more. http://nccanch.acf.hhs.gov

Christian EducationBible Coloring PagePrintable coloring pages: scenes and people of the Bible. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Meadows/4571/cbible.html

Bible GatewaySearch by word, version, or language. http://bible.gospelcom.net/cgi-bin/bible?language=english&version=DARBY

Character EducationCharacter Ed. tips for Schools and Youth Groups; also click onto main page for more ideas. http://www.charactercounts.org/schools.htm

Children's Talks and SermonsShort collection suitable for devotions. http://www.funandgames.org/scripture_lessons.htm

Christian ReadingsTwo short, inspirational readings suitable for devotions. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/christ.htm

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Christian TopicsA-Z topics from a Christian perspective; 100s of articles. http://www.servehim.com/ct

ChristSites.comA Christian search engine. http://www.christsites.com

Commitment Level ModelAn extensive site dedicated to youth ministry, with dozens of links to exemplary Christian education programs at schools and camps world wide. http://www.sonlifeafrica.com/model/index.htm

Crosswalk.comBible study tools for searching and studying. http://bible.crosswalk.com

Daily 60-Second DevotionalJust what it says. http://www.christiananswers.net/q-eden/dailyminute.html

Devo DigestOnline devotionals and newsletters. http://www.gospelcom.net/eword/devos/devos.htm

FREE Christian SkitsOver 880 free Christian skits, sorted by keyword. http://www.fea.net/bobsnook

Free Icebreakers for Your WorshipJust what it says! Check it out; changes often. http://www.jvdcreativity.com/free_icebreakers.htm

In His StepsShort, inspirational devotionals. http://www.gospelcom.net/ihs

Keys For KidsDaily devotional, but also searchable. http://cbh.gospelcom.net/keys/index.php?ifpSectionID=14

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Online Bibles and Text ResourcesA short list of links to some online references. http://www.ikeepbookmarks.com/browse.asp?folder=63687

Our Daily Bread: A Daily DevotionalOn-line version of the famous little book. http://www.gospelcom.net/rbc/odb/odb.shtml

OzSermonIllustrations.comHundreds of free sermon illustrations, by topic, Great for devotional starters or examples. http://www.ozsermonillustrations.com/searchbytopic.htm

Quiet Time Bible StudyInter Varsity Press site for daily devotionals. http://www.gospelcom.net/ivpress/bible/qtb.shtml

Science DevotionsBible passages illuminated by modern knowledge of science. http://sd.gospelcom.net

Soul JourneyDevotionals aimed at teens and college students.http://www.gospelcom.net/rbc/sj/20040118.php

StudyLight.orgBible study tools, plus columns, articles, more. http://www.studylight.org

The Source: WelcomeGreta resources: talks, skits, games, more. http://www.thesource4ym.com/index.asp

Youth SpecialtiesFree Bible camp curricula from Youth Specialties. http://www.youthspecialties.com/free/programming/camps

Youth Specialties: Free ResourcesFree Bible camp curricula and other changing resources from Youth Specialties.http://www.youthspecialties.com/free

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Counselor Direct Links

Facts for Families (and Caregivers)84 articles listed by topic available at a click; some good for training. http://www.aacap.org/web/aacap/publications/factsfam/index.htm

Helping Children Deal with Scary FeelingsMr. Rogers offers advice, plus some clips that can be explored online. http://pbskids.org/rogers/parents/sept11.htm

Parenthood.comGreat information on all topics involving kids can be investigated through ranked links. http://parenthood.com/links.html

Tattling SolutionsHow to handle tattling, including preemptive measures. http://www.teachnet.com/how-to/manage/tattling100600.html

The You Can Handle Them All Web Site--a discipline and behavior management resou117 problem behaviors explained, with tips on what to do and NOT to DO! http://www.disciplinehelp.com

Crisis Planning

Boys' Club Program for Gang PreventionDownload this report for ideas on violence protection. http://www.ppv.org/content/reports/gang_report.html

Food/Nutrition

Food and Nutrition, A-ZFrom the government, a user friendly site listing topics in alph order. Also great for the camp nurse. http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/etext/fnic.html

U.S. FDA / Center for Food Safety and Applied NutritionInfo on nutrition plus links to food safety. http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/list.html

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Games and Recreation

Awesome Sports LinksThis Girl Scout site features links to all sports, making rules and other info readily available. Big help in planning skills work. http://jfg.girlscouts.org/LINKS/sportslinks.htm#Sports%20Links

Ayden School Phys Ed LinksAyden Elementary School Phys Ed page has 100s of links on subject areas relating to phys ed. Great for generating objectives for your rec program. http://schools.eastnet.ecu.edu/pitt/ayden/physed.htm

Camping Magazine: More group games.(during camps)Short article with game ideas. http://www.findarticles.com/cf_dls/m1249/2_72/54349244/p1/article.jhtml

Children's party games. Over 400 party games.Assorted briefly described games. http://party-games.zaural.ru/kids-games.html

Co-Operative GamesList of easy to stage cooperative games. http://www.geocities.com/nice_dragon/coop.htm

Elementary P.E. Home PagePhys Ed skills listed, with links to accompanying games. http://www.ops.org/pe/elem.html

Fun Games and ActivitiesA wide assortment, categorized. http://www.funattic.com/game_list.htm

Game CentralRules and Info on over 350 games suitable for Rec, CDA, or station formats. Highly searchable. http://www.gamecentralstation.com/gcshome.asp

Games CompendiumFrom the Scouts, a great collection of games including water games, pen and paper, and wide games.

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http://www.edinburgh-scout.org.uk/games

Games Kid PlayOver 200 games organized by type, with links to other sites featuring less organized collections. http://www.gameskidsplay.net

Great Games for your GuidesGames categorized by type (indoor, night, cooperative, 30-second, etc.). http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/games.htm

How to Teach a GameFrom Girl Scouts, site on how to teach a game. Other links include games and songs. http://jfg.girlscouts.org/How/Leadership/teachinggames.htm

Organized GamesA no-frills games list, categorized by indoor/outdoor; parachute and other games here as well. http://home.san.rr.com/rstuff/games/all.htm

PE CentralAn extensive categorized listing of games, lesson plans, more. http://www.pecentral.org

PE CentralOver 1000 ideas from contributors, plus info on management, assessment, and more. http://pe.central.vt.edu/index.html

PE Lesson Plan PageLong, unsorted list of ideas and game variations. Keep it interesting! http://members.tripod.com/~pazz/lesson.html

PEC: Instant Activity MenuBy selecting from a list of search variables, you can easily find the exact type of games needed. http://pecentral.org/lessonideas/ia/iamenu.asp

Physical Education Lesson PlansLesson plans categorized with simple pull-down menu options. http://schools.eastnet.ecu.edu/pitt/ayden/physed8.htm

Pre-Opening GamesGames and Fillers to break the ice; can also be used for rainy day or CDA. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/preopening/index.html

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Scouting Outdoor ActivitiesMiddle section of this page features links to many outdoor games and challenges. http://www.inquiry.net

Sports Media - Physical Education for everyoneInfo on and links to all sports. FOR BEST RESULTS, click on DATABASE at left menu, and choose PE LINKS. http://www.sports-media.org

The Source: Games & IcebreakersCustomize your game selections on this site (by group, equipment, more!). http://www.thesource4ym.com/games

Games and RecreationIce Breakers

Games With a Purpose"Games with a purpose" are used for ice breakers, get acquainted, and sorting. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/3209/Purpose.html

Games With a PurposeAdaptable get-acquainted games from the Girl Scouts. http://www.geocities.com/heartland/plains/3209/Purpose.html

Ice Breakers from the Girl ScoutsIce breakers which will work for staff, but definitely should be taught to counselors for use with campers on first day. http://jfg.girlscouts.org/How/Games/Startinggames.htm

Games and RecreationOutdoor Games

Balls, Beanbags, Relay GamesJust what it says; check for links at bottom for other games. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/3209/Skills2.html

Games from the Girl ScoutsA fairly large unsorted collection. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/5658/games96.html

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Kids Games http://www.gameskidsplay.net/

New GamesThe official web site of New Games; their concept is that playing hard and playing fair can coexist. http://www.inewgames.com

Night ManeuversSome games to be played at night with older campers or perhaps staff. http://www.geocities.com/nice_dragon/night1.htm

Scouting GamesAlthough designed for scouts, some active games are listed here by formation type. http://www.netwoods.com/d-games.html

Games and RecreationRainy Day/Indoor Ideas

Animated OrigamiLearn and teach art of paper folding; a great rainy activity for older campers. http://www.jade.dti.ne.jp/~hatori

InsaneScouter - Indoor GamesLink for a downloadable collection of rainy day games, plus many other types. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/fun_activities.html

International GamesWorld-oriented games and games from other countries can be found here. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/3209/World.html

Pre-Opening GamesGames and Fillers to break the ice; can also be used for rainy day or CDA. http://insanescouter.com/t276/files/preopening/index.html

Puzzles and More!A ton of links to different types of puzzles and challenges; many can be enjoyed offline after printing. http://www.puzz.com

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Rainy Day FunSome rainy day games and diversions from the Scouts. http://www.macscouter.com/Games/V1_Rainy.html

Youthwork.com ActivitiesThe activities section of a more inclusive youth work website. http://www.youthwork.com/activitiesactiv.html

Grant Writinggrants link list http://members.aol.com/weemoose/grants.html

Non-Government Grants for EducationAlthough school oriented, you might find a lead here. http://www.col-ed.org/fund/nongov.htm

Health Issues

AllergiesVery basic info on food and insect allergies. http://www.nbc56.com/profserv/health_allergies.htm

Bad Bug BookThis handbook provides basic facts regarding food borne pathogenic microorganisms and natural toxins. Tips and info. http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/intro.html

Band-Aids and BlackboardsChronic Illness, Children, Health Education http://www.faculty.fairfield.edu/fleitas/contents.html

Camp Health and Safety Planning GuideIncludes excellent precamp inspection list for IDing health and safety hazards, a number of sample health forms, and generic disaster emergency plans. http://www.nnh.org/products/camps1.htm

Camp Nurse AssociationGreat place to recruit, plus articles and links. http://www.campnurse.org

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DiabetesInfo on children with diabetes (perhaps also on staff!). http://www.childrenwithdiabetes.com/index_cwd.htm

Diseases, Disorders, and Related TopicsSearch by keyword, or click on link from extensive list in order to access expert info and advice. http://www.mic.ki.se/Diseases/index.html

Family Works!: SunscreenInformation regarding dangers of sun exposure. http://www.princetonol.com/family/columns/pedgroup4.html

First Aid GamesGames to teach concepts of first aid and hygiene. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/fagames.htm

First Aid: health and medical informationBasic facts plus checklists on all first aid topics. http://www.medicinenet.com/first_aid/focus.htm

Food and Nutrition A to ZRegardless of title, this well organized site has topics beyond food and nutrition. A real help to the camp nurse. http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/etext/fnic.html

Giardia AvoidanceGiardiasis is the most frequent cause of non-bacterial diarrhea in North America. Info and tips. http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/chap22.html

Health Links from Child and Family PageSelected health links from the Canadian Child and Family Page; preview for topics which might interest your counselors. http://www.cfc-efc.ca/menu/health_en.htm

Injury Board .comGet more info on specific injuries, their likelihood, and ways to prevent. Great for Risk Management! http://www.injuryboard.com/index.cfm

Kids Health

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Articles, tips, links for child health and safety. Behavioral advice also available here. http://www.kidshealth.org/parent

Kids' DoctorSearchable database of advice on children's health, plus articles, tips, links, and Q and A. http://www.kidsdoctor.com

National Lyme Disease NetworkAll the information and links you need regarding Lyme disease can be found here. http://www.lymenet.org

NursingCenter - HomeAnother "one-stop" site for nurses; articles, updates, etc. http://www.nursingcenter.com/home/index.asp

Outdoor Safety.org Home PageList of articles, many relating to first aid scenarios at camp. http://www.outdoored.com/articles/ListAll.asp

Poison Ivy, Ticks, HomesicknessInfo from an actual camp website may aid you in developing a similar resource for your staff. http://www.gocamps.com/camp-staff.html

School Health ManualFrom the State of Maine, a good example of a school health manual; may be helpful in creating standing orders for camp. http://www.state.me.us/education/sh/contents.htm

Snakebite Emergency InformationFor venomous snakebites; read this BEFORE it happens at your camp! http://www.xmission.com/~gastown/herpmed/snbite.htm

TeensHealth-Staying SafeArticles on teen health issues. http://kidshealth.org/teen/safety

Native Americans

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Amy's Bookmarks/Native American CraftsFive links to find Native American craft projects. http://www.ikeepbookmarks.com/browse.asp?folder=411564

First Nations/Native Lore LinksCrafts, stories, games, recipes shared through a number of links. http://geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/6690/links6.htm

Myths and Legends for Indian YouthNative American stories for sharing. http://www.kstrom.net/isk/stories/myths.html#woodland

Native WebDeveloped by a group of historians, independent scholars, and activists, Native Web offers a gateway to more than 4,000 historical and contemporary resources relating to over 250 separate nations. http://www.nativeweb.org

NativeTech: Native American Technology and ArtExcellent site for understanding Native Am. crafts, culture, and "technology." http://www.nativetech.org

Quotation Sources

Bernie Poole's Archived ThoughtsQuotations and thoughts. http://www.pitt.edu/~poole/ARCHIVE.HTML

Bright QuotesTons of quotes and thoughts arranged by topic. http://pw1.netcom.com/~spritex/quotes.html

Quoteland.comQuotes by topic, also "identify a quote." http://www.quoteland.com

The Quotations Page - Your Source for Famous QuotesOne of oldest quotation sites on web; searchable by author, subject, or type.http://www.quotationspage.com/index.html

WiseOldSayings.com

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Quotations alphabetized by first letter of first word. http://wiseoldsayings.com

References/Search Engines

Child and Family Page of CanadaGreat site designed for parents and professional child care givers; searchable by keyword or read new documents. http://www.cfc-efc.ca/search/search_en.html

Connect for KidsNetwork of private and public agencies benefiting youth; searchable, with state links and current events. http://www.connectforkids.org

Fact Sheets from Census Bureau http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/factsheets.html

Kid Source OnlineA general-use search site for all youth-related topics; searchable with articles, current events, tips. http://www.kidsource.com

Reference/Search EnginesSome recommended search engines and reference sites from another Backflip site. http://www.backflip.com/members/schoch/12147935

Source for Youth MinistryProgramming ideas, curriculum, games, pay resources, more. http://www.thesourcefym.com

State Data, Trends, NewsThe relevant information you need for planning growth, writing grants, and more. A Connect for Kids site. http://www.connectforkids.org/homepage1576/index.htm

Risk Management10 Insurance Questions

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Scroll to bottom of this link for short article on insurance related issues. http://www.gocamps.com/camp-staff.html

Camp Health and Safety Planning GuideIncludes excellent precamp inspection list for IDing health and safety hazards, a number of sample health forms, and generic disaster emergency plans. http://www.nnh.org/products/camps1.htm

Horse Care/Safety InfoFrom Markel Insurance; choose Expert Advice from main page for tips to make your horse program safer. http://www.horseinsurance.com

Injury Board.comThis "Legal and Medical Resource" provides info re likelihood of accidents, and tips for reducing them. http://www.injuryboard.com

Law GuruYour legal questions answered for free! Thousands of previous questions are posted for reference. http://www.lawguru.com

Nonprofit Risk Management CenterTools, advice and training to reduce risks. http://www.nonprofitrisk.org

Outdoor Safety.org Home PageList of over 50 articles, many relating to reduction of camp risks. http://www.outdoored.com/articles/ListAll.asp

PrepareRespondRecover.comMain site deals with safety planning and disaster response; this article deals with children’s needs in relation to those topics. http://www.preparerespondrecover.com/childrensneeds

Safe Child Program Risk ManagementRisk reduction in institutional settings; well categorized. http://www.safechild.org/risk.htm

Schoollaw.comLinks to state specific info regarding school and youth laws.

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http://www.schoollaw.com/html/links.php3

Sexual HarassmentFacts About Sexual HarassmentOfficial current facts from US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. http://www.eeoc.gov/facts/fs-sex.html

Information on Sexual HarassmentLegal info, plus state specifics and an excellent chronology. http://www.de.psu.edu/harassment/legal

MCAD - Model Sexual Harassment PolicyA sample model from Massachusetts. http://www.state.ma.us/mcad/harassment.html

Sexual Harassment In Workplace DiscussedInformation and perspective from a legal point of view. http://www.discriminationattorney.com/harasswk.shtml

Staff HiringEffective Interview QuestionsThree pages from handbook include questions plus two checklists to use when filling vacancy. http://db.education-world.com/perl/browse?cat_id=2072

How to Hire HandbookVery complete guide to the hiring practice from Rice University. http://www.ruf.rice.edu/~humres/Training/HowToHire

Interview QuestionsDesigned for teachers, these can be adapted for camp use. http://members.aol.com/amberp813/Interview.html

Staff Training3M Meeting NetworkThe 3M website for meetings, activities and exercises, presentation tips.

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http://www.3m.com/meetingnetwork/readingroom/index.html

Active TrainingMel Silberman’s site on active training features tips on meetings, training, development, education, and parenting. http://www.activetraining.com

Better Workplace NowThis web site is filled with ideas, strategies, tips, and assessment tools designed to enrich your workplace. http://www.betterworkplacenow.com

Ed Helper.comUse features on this site to create crossword puzzles, word finds, and more for use in staff training sessions. Also a zillion links to all things academic. http://www.edhelper.com

Event PlanningHelp with planning large-scale events. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Pointe/9385/events.html

Meeting EffectivenessSeveral articles on ways to improve meetings. http://www.team-creations.com/meeting.htm

Metaphors for LearningA training session might include staffers writing own metaphors for camp or learning; get the background info you need here. http://www.devco.demon.co.uk/LearningMetaphors.html

Presentations.comPresentation methods, delivery, technology, issues and trends. http://www.presentations.com/presentations/index.jsp

Sample Q and A for Staff ManualThese questions and answers from an actual camp website will help you develop same for your site or manual. http://www.ouareau.com/staffquest.htm

Team Building Inc.Many links to teambuilding articles, services, and ideas. http://www.teambuildinginc.com/links.htm

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Teambuilding Inc. ArticlesArticles from the Team Building Website. http://www.teambuildinginc.com/ei_news.htm

Tom Antion Speaker's ArticlesTom Antion’s website features presentation tips, public speaking, meetings, and archived articles. http://www.antion.com/freear~1.htm

Trainers WarehouseThe Trainers Warehouse features supplies and ideas for professional presenters and staff trainers. http://www.trainerswarehouse.com

Training Super SiteArticles, products, magazines and newsletters, and events all related to training http://www.trainingsupersite.com

Trainingmag.comTraining Supersite's new home page; click here if Training Supersite no longer works. http://www.trainingmag.com/training/index.jsp

Work Team CoachingArticles on training and team building. http://www.workteamcoaching.com/index.htm

Youthwork Links and Ideas: ActivitiesThe activities section of a more inclusive youth work website. http://www.youthwork.com/activitiesactiv.html

Staff TrainingTraining Games

ActivityPageA ton of training and experiential activities; plan time to peruse them all. http://www.geocities.com/dr_adventure/activitypage.html

Ice Breakers, Teambuilders, Icebreakers, name games, songs, and more!Some free team builders from a subscription service. http://www.residentassistant.com/games/index.htm

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Index to Activities, Games, Exercises & InitiativesLots of games, categorized, for experiential learning. http://www.wilderdom.com/games/gamesspecific.html

JVD CreativityAssorted ice breakers that are added to frequently. http://www.jvdcreativity.com/free_icebreakers.htm

Leadership - Icebreakers, Warm-up, Review, and Motivators Activities http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/leader/icebreak.html

The Outdoor Leaders HandbookFree activities and articles relating to experiential games and icebreakers. http://mysite.freeserve.com/outdoor

Values GamesMost of these are somehow outdoor education-oriented, but all come with good debriefing questions. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/3209/Values.html

State Departments of EducationConnecticut DOE http://www.state.ct.us/sde

Maine DOE http://www.state.me.us/education/homepage.htm

Massachusetts DOE http://www.doe.mass.edu

New Jersey DOE http://www.state.nj.us/education

New York DOE http://www.nysed.gov

Ohio DOE http://www.ode.state.oh.us

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Pennsylvania DOE http://www.pde.state.pa.us/pde_internet/site/default.asp

Standards by State and TopicIf your state dept. of ed seems too onerous look here for quick links to academic standards by state. http://edstandards.org/Standards.html

Teaching Resources

Earlychildhood.com - Lifelong Learning Starts HereActivities, articles, tips for working with younger children. http://www.earlychildhood.com/index.cfm

Education World® The Educator's Best FriendLesson plans, search engine which seeks educational sites only, news stories, reviews of professional books. See how schools handle problems like yours. http://www.education-world.com

Positive Parenting - Main MenuThis parenting website features adaptable information on Bedtime Without Struggling, Children’s Feelings, Development, Handling Different Temperaments, and more. http://www.positiveparenting.com

Teachers.Net - TEACHER RESOURCESA vast listing of articles and ideas which can be adapted for use at camp. http://www.teachers.net

Teachnet.comLesson plans, tools, conference boards. http://www.teachnet.com

The Educator's Reference Desk: Resource GuidesYouth, counseling, and educational resources from the US government in an easy to access collection. http://www.eduref.org

Teen Issues

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Center for Adolescent and Family StudiesIssues and Information related to teens. http://education.indiana.edu/cas

Teen Pregnancy.OrgNews, articles for teens and adult leaders, statistics, resources. http://www.teenpregnancy.org

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