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Exploring Diverse Scenarios for the Future of Summer Camps | Camp Ahead
In this episode of Camp Ahead, hosts Joe, Jess, and KJ put their scenario planning skills to the test as they discuss diverse future scenarios related to organizational mergers, technology, and mental health, exemplifying the need for camp professionals to be prepared for various possible futures. Along the way you’ll hear some great tips on the benefits of being transparent, intentional and innovative in navigating your current uncertainties to set yourself up for success in the future.
Tune in to explore imaginative and strategic approaches to ensure the resilience and success of your camp.
- 01:40 Developing Diverse Scenarios
- 02:53 Exploring Scenario Planning
- 04:50 The Role of AI in Scenario Planning
- 06:41 Mental Health and Medication Scenarios
- 07:01 Technology Failures and Camp Operations
- 19:27 Stakeholders and Decision Making
- 33:24 Embracing Change: Overcoming Resistance
- 37:48 Scenario Planning: Best, Worst, and Wild Card Cases
- 40:04 Camp Merger Scenario: Challenges and Opportunities
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Episode Links:
- The Book: Imaginable by Jane McGonigal:
- https://poe.com/UOScenarioCreator
- https://urgentoptimists.org/
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Our Hosts:
Jess Elfring-Roberts - Executive Director, Episcopal Camps & Conference Centers
Joe Richards - Executive Director, Pearce Williams Summer Camp and Retreat Facility
KJ Williams - Camp Director, Phantom Lake YMCA Camp
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Sponsors:
A huge thanks to our sponsors for making this possible.
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