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Published on: July 27, 2018
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Karla A Henderson1, M Deborah Bialeschki, Penny A James
1Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management, North Carolina State University, Box 8004 Biltmore, Raleigh, NC 27707, USA. karla_henderson@ncsu.edu
Abstract:
Organized camp experiences for children have been a part of American culture for almost 150 years. Millions of young people and adults have had positive developmental experiences in outdoor camp environments. Research about the outcomes of camp as well as about camp operations has documented the role that camps play in enhancing human development. This article summarizes some of the trends that have occurred in camp research and offers suggestions for future directions to assure that camp experiences continue to "enrich lives and build tomorrows."
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