Show Summary
In this episode of The S’More You Know, Allison Krabill and Camp Director Serena Baker talk about what happens when campers grow up—and start leading the magic themselves. They share how Camp Immokalee’s Pathmakers and Counselors in Training (CIT) programs help teens build confidence, empathy, and real-world skills they’ll carry long after camp.

It’s an honest, heart-filled look at why camp is the perfect place for teens to learn responsibility, teamwork, and leadership—all while having fun (and occasionally sharing the mic with a very talkative baby).

You’ll Hear About

• How camp bridges the leap from childhood to young adulthood
• Why independence and empathy matter more than ever for teens
• What makes Pathmakers special—and how they bring “unreasonable hospitality” to life
• How CITs prepare for counselor roles with real responsibility and support
• What families should know before applying for either program

🔗 Resources & Links

• Apply for Pathmakers or CITs → https://camp.fcymca.org/kids-camps/teen-leadership/
• Contact Serena Rogers → srogers@fcymca.org
• Learn more about Camp Immokalee → camp.fcymca.org
  
  

🔥 Listen For

• The Halloween-camp haunted-trail story that shows leadership in action
• Serena’s “first-job” lesson about serving others
• A surprise baby cameo who steals the spotlight

💬 Pass It On

Have a teen who loves camp—or a friend whose child would thrive here? Share this episode and help more families discover Camp Immokalee’s leadership programs.

For our very first episode of The S’more You Know, we’re kicking things off with the big question — why does camp still matter?

Allison and Serena talk about the heart behind Camp Immokalee: giving kids a chance to be kids again. We get into what makes camp different from sports or school, why screen-free time really matters, and how play, independence, and a little bit of camp chaos help kids grow into better humans.

We also talk about what makes Immokalee so special — the sense of community, the mix of kids from every background, and the way camp builds confidence, connection, and courage one bunk at a time.

If you’ve ever wondered what your child actually gets out of camp (besides dirty laundry and bug bites), this one’s for you.

✨ Follow along:

• Learn more at camp.fcymca.org
• Follow YMCA Camp Immokalee on Instagram & Facebook
• Subscribe so you never miss a new episode!

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