“Adding a water feature to your camp or conference center landscape can bring new life to your guest experience.” The article covers planning, natural materials associated with a camp environment, and existing features. Go With the Flow: Three Water Features … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Articles
“As energy and environmental concerns rise and budgets drop effective insulation becomes much more important. And properly insulating buildings requires wisdom.” The article covers purpose forms, pros, cons, and tips for different materials (fiberglass, cellulose, polyurethane, polystryene) “More than coziness: … Continue reading
“Windows technology has changed dramatically in the last 15 to 250 years allowing much greater energy efficiency both in the construction of frames and in glazing and coatings.” The article describes energy considerations and types of windows by material (wood, … Continue reading
“Siding affects the aesthetics, cost and longevity of a building. The primary function of siding is to keep moisture out and protect the structure from wind and sun. Here are the some of the most popular types of siding for … Continue reading
“Almost universally (and I can’t think of even one exception), camps rely on groundwater wells (as opposed to surface waters like lakes or streams) to provide water for camp. That’s because soil itself provides a spectacular treatment mechanism before the … Continue reading
“…this month we’re going to talk a little about motor oils, their classifications, and some little-known factoids of the latest and greatest developments. Motor Oil Standards There are three domestic nonprofit trade groups that are involved in the lubrication specification … Continue reading
Topics of the fall 2013 issue include: Improve camp experience with incident tracking, analysis and follow-up Preventing injuries to maintenance staff Trail maintenance and construction Full newsletter Risk Reporter for Camps and Conference Centers. Fall 2013. Vol 7, issue 3. … Continue reading
“It’s in the can. a high quality coat of spray paint can renew old pieces of furniture and spruce up a dated finish. Here’s how. Unify. Want to create a whimsical option for your dining or game area? … “Not … Continue reading
“Like many camps, Miracle Ranch was faced with a dilemma–what to do about cabins that still had life in them but whose exteriors any looked tired and worn. Vice President of CRISTA Camps Doug Chase solved the problem by bringing … Continue reading
“When the oldest and largest plumbing contractor in town submitted the lowest bid on a major construction project for us, we thought we had hit the jackpot! We felt confident in regard to their ability to perform…” “A Little Help … Continue reading
Below are the published articles for January & February 2013 relating to site and facilities. Topics include: Erosion/mud Risk Management – winter “Building Principles: A Pig Fell in the Mud . . .” By Rick Stryker, PE. ACA Camping Magazine. January/February … Continue reading
Below are the published articles for November/December 2012 relating to site and facilities. Topics include: Flagpoles Solar panel installation Interpreting Green to Retreat Guests Insurance “Building Principles: On Old Glory.” By Rick Stryker, PE. ACA Camping Magazine. November/December 2012. “…U.S. flags … Continue reading
Below are the published articles for September/October 2012 relating to site and facilities. Building Principles: Play Ball! By Rick Stryker, PE. ACA Camping Magazine. September/October 2012. “One amenity you’ll find on just about every camp, regardless of its overall focus or theme, … Continue reading
As your camp (or conference center) prepares for winter shutdown — or a slower place — it’s a good time to tackle repair and remodeling tasks. The feature article includes interviews with Wynne Whyman (Lodgepole by Callippe Solutions), Jody Oates … Continue reading
Below are the published articles for July/August 2012 relating to site and facilities. “Asian Longhorned Beetle: A Threat to Our Forests.” By Rhonda Santos. ACA Camping Magazine. July/August 2012. “For most camp professionals, imagining a camp without trees would be hard … Continue reading