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In this episode of the Podcast, Anne "Jonesy" Collonge reflects on the impact of her experiences as a camper in the 1980s, a staff member in the 1990s/2000s, and as a current camp parent and staff member. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Episode 106: Jonesy Reflects on Being a Camper, Counselor, and Camp Parent appeared first on Gold Arrow Camp - California Summer Camp and Traditional…
Fifth year staff member, "Matcha," shares about her initial hesitancy to come work at camp and how much she's experienced and grown over her four summers. This year, Matcha will be one of the leaders in the kitchen. Along with her team, she'll be making sure all of us have delicious food and lots of healthy options at every meal. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Episode 105: Matcha on…
This episode features Sunshine's chat with Smokey, who will be a Head Counselor this summer at GAC. Smokey shares about her childhood summer camp experiences and how she creates memorable moments for campers at GAC. Resources/Related Episode 89: WOWs with Bravo Episode 103: Crank Up the Thanks (and Happiness!) Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Episode 104: Memorable Camp Moments with…
Welcome to the 2026 Season of the Gold Arrow Camp Podcast! In this episode, Sunshine talks about the GAC Philosophy (Vision, Mission, & Goals) and how we focus on building specific character traits and skills that lead to well-being. This summer, our theme is Crank up the Thanks. Our focus is building our gratitude, a character trait consistently linked to happiness and well-being.…
Thank you for being part of the Gold Arrow Camp community this year! In this week's episode, Sunshine wraps up the 2025 GAC Podcast season and gives an overview of what we covered in this season's interviews. 2025 Podcast Directory Episode 75: Creating a Happier World with Airborne Episode 76: Creating a Happier World with Chelster Episode 77: Creating a Happier World with Bagel Episode 78:…
In this episode of the podcast, Brian "Sneaks" Adler talks about growing up at GAC as a camper and counselor. Sneaks talks about how his time at camp helped him figure out who he was, gain his confidence, learn how to be emotionally vulnerable and authentic, develop his leadership skill, and figure out how to thrive as a human. His summers at camp helped Sneaks figure out what he liked and what…
Head Counselor and GAC's very own Circus Skills Coach tells his GAC story and about the passion for circus skills that he's shared with our 2024 and 2025 campers and staff. Barrow's high energy, positivity, and his love of juggling and circus skills have made a huge impact on our community, and we're so grateful he's part of our community. Many campers have headed home with their own diablos,…
Second year staff member, Natalia "Pua" Elias Rodriguez, talks about coming to Gold Arrow Camp from Mexico, not knowing anyone else who worked here. Pua had a rough start and talks about her adjustment and the fun, friends, and growth she's experienced at GAC. Pua has worked as a horseback riding activity counselor for the past two summers. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Episode 99: Pua…
This summer, Renee "Zippy" Say celebrated her twentieth summer at GAC. Zippy attended as a camper and was a staff member in the early 2000s. Now she's returned as a parent of her three boys and as a Shaver Host for two weeks each summer. In this episode she talks about her experiences as a camper and staff and the experiences her three boys are now having as campers. She talks a lot about the…
Lucas "Lyric" Orman started as a 9-year-old camper in 2007. He spent eight summers as a camper and he's currently in his seventh year on staff. Overall, he's spent 15 summers at GAC. In this episode, Lyric talks about growing up at GAC and how his time at camp has impacted him and his life. Share Post Pinterest Share Email The post Episode 97: Lyric on Growing Up at GAC appeared first on Gold…
