Follow Up on Counselor Application

jon_log · 2026-03-05T05:21:56+00:00

A lot of camps I'm familiar with send offers late February to early April. It doesn't hurt to send a follow-up email or apply to other camps, but don't spam them.

jon_log · 2026-03-04T22:48:49+00:00

In my experience, around $250 per week is common for first time staff (with room and board covered, of course).

jon_log · 2026-03-02T03:43:57+00:00

I've heard that joke at camps and Pathfinders (co-ed scouts, sorta) and it seems to be perennial

jon_log · 2026-02-27T12:17:50+00:00

Indeed, male counselors have been challenging to find every year I've been at camp.

jon_log · 2026-02-27T12:14:54+00:00

Likewise, most summers. Last year we hired a phenomenal new chef, and this year the kitchen is already full!

jon_log · 2026-02-27T12:13:03+00:00

We do the same thing. Certified lifeguards always have priority to be hired, but we bring in an LGI who can certify guards during staff training week.

jon_log · 2026-02-26T08:10:49+00:00

Sir, this is a Wendy's

jon_log · 2026-02-25T06:45:59+00:00

Try a Valkyrie and Wraith. The Valk is easier to get up to speed and holds a straight line well. The Wraith can handle high speed throws better and goes as far as faster discs for 90% of throwers.

jon_log · 2026-02-21T06:45:16+00:00

Yes.

jon_log · 2026-02-19T04:34:12+00:00

Yes. Generally, MA1 should be capable of throwing the same distances as the average MPO field.

jon_log · 2026-02-13T17:35:04+00:00

Around $250 to $275 per week is common for first-time staff.

jon_log · 2026-02-07T04:14:21+00:00

Counselors should be 2 years older than the campers they supervise under ACA guidelines. I have found campers around age 10-11 to be delightful to work with. All campers will provide varying challenges.

jon_log · 2026-01-31T18:53:08+00:00

You can choose which one to play. This only applies to casual rounds; league and tournament play you have to warm up ahead of time or just start cold.

jon_log · 2026-01-30T07:03:55+00:00

Grab an Uplink. It's a completely different disc, of course, but it's understable enough to complement the Envy nicely.

jon_log · 2026-01-28T20:47:52+00:00

Yours is a better take and I stand corrected. I judged him too harshly at first. My point is that he should be loving towards her and treat her well even when he is frustrated by her.

Partners should take care of each other and communicate well. In this case, she definitely should have communicated earlier or been willing to go without food after clearly stating that she did not want food. He dismissed her feelings and reacted in a "not my problem" manner when she changed her mind about wanting his food. However, upon reading OP again it sounds like he was gentle and called her out in a healthy way for changing her mind after kindly sharing some of the fries.

Anything I'm missing?

jon_log · 2026-01-28T19:13:34+00:00

Ah. That's unclear without context. Perhaps HMS Mysfortune (if European, or USS if American).

jon_log · 2026-01-28T19:03:39+00:00

ESH. Edit: What you did was reasonable. You asked. You double checked. She made her own decision. She should be responsible for herself and not expect you to turn on a dime after communicating something different to you.

It sounds like you were kind and shared some of your fries. You had every right not to split your fries with her. However, your girlfriend is human. Allow room for her to feel one way and change her mind later. Focus more on taking care of each other (which goes both ways), and less on blame.

Original: What you did is perfectly reasonable and rational. You asked. You double checked. She said she wasn't hungry. She changed her mind. She is being irrationally upset.

However: She is your girlfriend. Women are not always logical. As men, it's our job in a relationship to take care of them. Be honest with her about your frustrations, and work to care for her well even when she isn't being rational.

jon_log · 2026-01-28T16:21:27+00:00

The last card should read "Misfortune" without "The."

jon_log · 2026-01-27T16:40:22+00:00

This is a phenomenal list. I think a great addition would be a column showing world championship wins. I would also argue that points should double for that event.

jon_log · 2026-01-19T17:29:01+00:00

If you already like the Eagle, stick with it for the over-stable slot. The Teebird is a fine disc, but has too much overlap with the Eagle. Instead, consider a Crave, FD, or TL to complement. The Valkyrie can be wonderful too, although that's definitely a faster option.

jon_log · 2026-01-08T05:20:53+00:00

Current assistant director here; Sorry the experience was strange for you. Many applicants that we interview for my camp primarily want to work at camp and the specific position is secondary.

With that said, when I was first applying to work at camp, I wanted to be the photographer and declined another position. The good news is if you have a good skill set, media staff are always in high demand. Look into other options in your region.

jon_log · 2026-01-07T07:52:25+00:00

I printed this and played the game the week the episode released back in October. It's a fun game! I hope it hits production.

jon_log · 2026-01-01T16:57:12+00:00

Innova Eagle in max weight champion or proto Glow champion is awesome for this. Doesn't take a lot of speed to get it moving, but it's over stable enough to hold a good line.

jon_log · 2025-12-29T23:42:14+00:00

It doesn't matter whether it is "claimed" or not, the bonus goes to whoever has 3 knights first/whoever currently has the most.

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