The 5 R’s: How We Think About Camp
March 30, 2026
Why We Think So Much About Youth Development Each year, our director team attends conferences and reads the latest research and literature to deepen our
Why We Think So Much About Youth Development Each year, our director team attends conferences and reads the latest research and literature to deepen our
At Camp Pinnacle, our three favorite words are “safety, safety, safety.” It’s our mantra, often recited by campers and staff as we head out for
This reflection was written by Steve Baskin, owner of Camp Pinnacle and current Board Chair of the American Camp Association. It reflects decades of leadership
As we head into 2026 and our final months of planning for your child’s arrival, safety is at the center of our work. Every time
Every year, I get the same question from parents:“Is my child ready for camp?” This year, I’m asking it myself. Our oldest son, Hobbs, turns
On Sunday, November 5th, I ran the New York City Marathon. The sense of pride and accomplishment I felt crossing the finish line after running
Returning parents know it, and first-time camp families will soon understand: Seeing photos of your child having fun while they’re away at camp is a
Going to sleepaway camp from the first time can be nerve-wracking due to the uncertainty of a new experience. However, Camp Pinnacle campers and their
The framework for this article comes from Emily Oster, a professor of economics at Brown University. A mother of two, she writes a newsletter called
After returning home from Camp Pinnacle, we often hear our campers say, “Everyone is so nice and kind at camp… why can’t it be like