Calling All Parents: This Is Your Invitation to Connect with Birch Trail

Is your child back home, still carrying a little bit of that Birch Trail magic? And are you wondering how to keep that momentum going?

During the summer, our focus is 100% on the kids. But now that the buses have left, we're shifting our attention to you, the parents who make it all possible.

In this episode, Todd, Hannah and Gabe dive into why the off-season is the most critical time for us to connect with you. It’s when we slow down, have real conversations, and build the deep understanding of your family that helps us give your camper the best possible summer.

Seriously - email us today: directors@birchtrail.com

Tune in to learn:

• Why the staff at Birch Trail genuinely wants to hear from you during the school year (and what to talk about!).
• The "Two-Way Street": How sharing information about your child's growth at home directly helps their counselors and the camp team plan for their next summer.
• A real-life example of how an off-season phone call about sibling/cousin dynamics allowed us to better support two campers' independence.
• How we work with your family (and even your child's therapists/counselors) to speak the same language and keep their growth journey consistent between home and camp.
• Introducing the Birch Trail Value Series: Simple, short reflections to keep the conversation about kindness, courage, and friendship going at home.

The off-season is for you, and your time is now. We can't wait to connect!

Find out more about Birch Trail at https://birchtrail.com/

The Heartbeat of Birch Trail: Staff Stories & Camp Traditions

Have you ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes at Birch Trail? From the excitement of Theme Day to the daily life of campers and counselors, this episode is your all-access pass to the heart of camp! We're talking to a variety of voices who share their unique perspectives on what makes Birch Trail so special.

Join us as we explore:

• Theme Day Secrets: Learn how our TMs (Tamarack Captains) secretly plan and execute the fun-filled Theme Day, including their incredible safari and wedding day themes!
• From Camper to Counselor: Hear from a former camper who’s returned as a counselor. She shares her journey from "Lower Maple" to "Counselor" and what it's like to be a role model for the next generation of campers.
• The International Perspective: We sit down with two staff members from different parts of the world—the UK and Mexico—who share their stories of finding and loving Birch Trail. Discover how international staff add to the vibrant, global community at camp.
• The Power of Growth: Hear why one staff member says camp "changed my life," and learn about the amazing activities and roles that help both campers and staff grow and thrive.

Tune in for an exclusive look at the people and traditions that make Birch Trail a place of growth, fun, and lifelong memories.

Find out more about Birch Trail at https://birchtrail.com/

Embracing Emotions: Behind the Scenes of Birch Trail's "Inside Out" Play

Get ready for an episode full of "all the feels"! This week on the Birch Trail Podcast, we dive into the excitement and emotion of the camp play, "Inside Out."

We sit down with four amazing campers – Vivian (Anger), Elle (Fear), Violet (Joy), and Marty (Riley) – who share their unique experiences preparing for the show. They open up about:

• Finding their character: What it's like to embody an emotion on stage and why some roles just feel right!
• The art of memorization: Their clever strategies for learning lines, from repeating in different voices to quizzing themselves.
• Building confidence through performance: How the camp play helps them overcome nerves and embrace new challenges.
• The bonds of the stage: Making new friends and finding a shared passion for theater at camp.
• Why camp is the perfect place for creativity: How the supportive Birch Trail community allows girls to shine.

Listen in to hear heartwarming and humorous stories that highlight the incredible personal growth happening on and off the stage at Birch Trail!