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Exploring Camp Research Innovations with Victoria Povilaitis
In the first episode of the second season of 'The Pudding,' hosts Dr. Mandy Baker and Travis Allison invite Victoria Povilaitis, Director of Program Innovation at Tim Horton Foundation Camps, to discuss the exciting developments and research initiatives in camp programming. Victoria shares her insights on the program quality and artistic methods used to enhance camper experiences. She details the Impact 365 measurement approach and explains the importance of inclusivity and diverse perspectives in modern camp research. The conversation also touches on the evolving role of camps in fostering positive youth development, the significance of social and emotional learning, and the innovative project of bringing camp experiences directly to children in schools.
Episode Guide
- 00:00 Welcome to Season Two!
- 00:29 Meet Victoria Povilaitis
- 01:42 Inside Tim's Camps
- 02:34 New Programming Initiatives
- 03:38 Understanding Program Quality
- 05:09 The Five C's of Youth Development
- 11:31 Victoria's Journey into Camp Research
- 19:09 Current Research Projects at Tim's Camps
- 27:13 The Impact of Smartphones at Camp
- 30:41 Future Directions in Camp Research
- 33:59 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
Your Hosts:
- Dr. Mandi Baker, Researcher - Summer Camp, Outdoor Recreation, Sociology and Hospitality/Tourism - getlamped@gmail.com
- Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro - travis@gocamp.pro
- Victoria Povilaitis, Director, Program Innovation - Tim Hortons Foundation Camps
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