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’Welcome to BUNAC s Summer Camp
USA Presentation
Summer Camp USA• Summer camp counselling for
students and non-students
KAMP USA• Summer camp Kitchen and
Maintenance Programme for students
Have the Time of Your Life
?Why Summer Camp
• There are 10,000 Summer Camps in
the US
• There are many different types of camp
• Kids are on camp for 1-8 weeks
• Kids can be 6-16 years old
The majority of summer camps are in picturesque lakeside settings in the north-east
or upper mid-west of the United States
What is a Summer?Camp
Camp Life
Summer Camp Activities
BUNAC is a not-for-profit organisation which has organised high
quality overseas working and volunteering opportunities for over 45
years
?Who are BUNAC
• Low up-front costs.
• Professional placement.
• Friendly helpful staff.
• Return flight, food and accommodation included.
• Visa arranged by BUNAC.
• Support from BUNAC’s offices in the UK and New York.
• Up to four weeks travel time after camp.
“I honestly think it was the best thing I
have ever done, mainly thanks to the
organisation of BUNAC and the
camp.”
Rachel, Forest Lake
The BUNACDifference
• Work hard….play hard
• A unique and valuable experience
• An opportunity to gain independence
and new skills
• The chance to travel around North
America
• Low up-front costs
• Security of travelling with BUNAC
’ What s in it for?You
The Challenge of Summer Camp
or
• Working directly with children• Shared accommodation with
children• Development of important career
skills:– Leadership– Teamwork– Initiative
• Fantastic experience for those planning to pursue a career in teaching/ childcare.
• Open to students and non-students
• Less interaction with children• Separate accommodation• Placements with friends available• Higher wages!• More time off• Available to students only
Summer Camp USA KAMP USA
You must:• Be enthusiastic and energetic• Have experience of working with
children• Age 18+• Be able to travel by June 21st 2009
It helps if you can:• Teach / lead a sport or activity
Summer Camp USAEligibility
You must:
• Be energetic and enthusiastic
• Be looking for a fully organised, low cost
way of working abroad for a summer.
• Be a full-time University level student
(see brochure)
• Be able to travel by 21st June 2009
• Be 18+
Ideal choice for friends wanting to be placed together
KAMP USAEligibility
KAMP
Summer Camp USA
BUNAC Costs
Deposit £25
Programme Balance +
(£5)BUNAC Membership
£124
Comprehensive Insurance
£138
TOTAL £287
Other Costs
Visa Fees £101
CRB £36
BUNAC always tell you the FULL costs, no hidden extras!
“Working with children is so rewarding and although it was the hardest job I’ve ever done I’ve never laughed so much and learnt so many new things.”
Gemma, Fleur de Lis
The Low Cost of a Great Summer
KAMP USA
BUNAC Costs
Programme Fee + BUNAC
Membership (£5) £149
Comprehensive Insurance
£138
TOTAL £287
Other Costs
Visa Fees £101
CRB £36
“I enjoyed camp so much that I can’t wait to go back next year. I met friends that I will have for life!”
Paul, Airey
The Low Cost of a GreatSummer
Summer Camp USA Salaries
• Over 21s: $1215
• Under 21s: $985
• Special needs counsellors & Qualified
lifeguards: + $100
KAMP Salaries
• All participants - $1350
All salaries stated are minimums and are subject to experience and skills
What You Get
Return flight, transfer to camp, food &
accommodation
YOUR Camp Experience
Friends For Life
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Seattle
Grand Canyon
DenverChicago
MiamiNew Orleans
Washington DC
New York
Boston
Travel in theUSA
“Camp does become home from home. You almost don’t want to leave but the open road ahead is too much of a temptation!”
Jessica Tang, Kamp Kohut
Next Year This !Could Be You
After Camp
…One chapter ends
After Camp
… and another begins
… and one last thing
Book your Interview ASAP! London
Weds March 4th, Weds March 11th, Sat March 14th
• Logon to www.bunac.org
• Create a BUNAC account
• Complete a simple
application form
?What next• Pick up a BUNAC brochure
• Fill out your attendance card!
• Apply online… it’s as easy as
a, b, c…