Steve Baskin

Steve Baskin, a seasoned camp director and incoming chair of the American Camp Association, shares insights on the transformative power of summer camp. He discusses how camps give kids a chance to disconnect from phones, fostering growth and new friendships. Baskin highlights how overcoming homesickness builds resilience and how low-risk unsupervised play helps kids learn important social skills. Additionally, he suggests practical strategies for families to recreate phone-free habits at home, making camp a vital space for independence and self-discovery.