Gestures should be in good taste. Create a musical jingle using each camper's name. Personal goals such as wanting to ride a horse with no assistance or group goals such as completing a difficult hike together are great ways to forge a team. Promote Cabin Unity Cabins can be colorfully decorated to motivate team spirit. Campers can personalize their name tags, help others decorate, and work together to create a cabin banner.
Many cabins already have names, but fellow bunkers can brainstorm an upbeat cabin theme or song.
Create a Time to Listen A fantastic way to wind down from a hectic day is to take time before lights out to encourage campers to express insecurities and concerns. Listen to their stories and read them an inspiring story. Certain topics can be chosen for discussion each night such as a friendship or goal setting to help them open up and communicate better. Giving them the opportunity to express their likes and dislikes will help them feel important and motivated to keep sharing their feelings. They can learn that good communication skills and being good listeners are key elements in forming a strong team.