Day is Done: The Friendly Pines Camp Podcast: Recent Episodes

FPC Podcast Network

Friendly Pines Camp is a traditional summer camp located in the Prescott National Forest of central Arizona. If you're interested in learning more about life here at FPC, and what makes camp so special to so many people, tune in to Day is Done.

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Our Round-Ups are casual, low-pressure gatherings where you can bring friends, & learn about our camp program.

The first half of the presentation is specifically directed towards New Families, & those thinking about enrolling for the first time.

We will answer questions and give you a great overview of our program.

Tuition Insurance information can be found here: https://friendlypines.com/tuition-insurance/

All insurance-based questions should be directed to TravMark at:

1 (877) 500-1556

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Dominic Rosler, a counselor from Tucson, Arizona, talks to us about his time here at FPC, & how magical camp truly is through the eyes of someone new to Friendly Pines. After that, one of our Maintenance team, Derek, hosts our Camp Fact segment this episode. Also, hopefully you enjoy it when our Rental Director, Jonathan takes you on a short adventure for our Camp Joke. Enjoy!

Camp News (0:46) Dominic Interview (2:58) Camp Fact with(20:32) Camp Joke with (20:54)

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Megan May, one of our Co-Directors, joins us for our LIVE Podcast episode, even though she's spent so much time at FPC, Megan comes from Scottsdale, AZ. We hear a little camp history, & learn about Megan's rise to the top of the FPC Totem Pole. Also, you may learn a little something when one of our Camp Cooks, Johnny Annerino, gives you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Stay tuned to listen to our new game, What's that Sound? Enjoy!

Camp News (0:56) Megan May Interview (3:08) Camp Fact with Johnny (28:50) 'What's that Sound?' game (30:24)

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Nico Giambanco, a counselor from Tucson, Arizona talks to us about his time as camper, CILT, CIT, & finally counselor, & what those transitions were like. You may also learn a little something when Lauren gives you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Enjoy!

Camp News (0:37) Nico Giambanco Interview (2:06) Camp Fact with Lauren (28:50)

For more information on our LIVE PODCAST episode please follow this link: http://www.facebook.com/friendlypines/events

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Ava Banfer, a counselor from Las Vegas, Nevada joins us on the podcast today. She tells us about her time here at FPC, & why she 's returning for her 11th summer. One of our Co-Directors, Kevin Nissen will give you an update on COVID-19 & what that means for Camp right now. After that, my wife, & summer employee, Valerie Esposito, hosts our Words of Wisdom segment this episode. Also, you may learn a little something when Cally Groom gives you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Enjoy!

Camp News (0:45) Ava Banfer Interview (4:37) Words of Wisdom with Valerie Esposito (18:40) Camp Fact with Cally Groom (21:32)

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I speak to Margo, a counselor from Tucson, AZ about her time here at FPC, & why she's returning this Summer, & why she loves teaching Challenge so much. You may learn a little something when I give you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Also, Jonathan Pierson helps me tell a Camp Joke. Enjoy!

Link to our last Round-UP, & our Open House & 80th Birthday Celebration: https://www.facebook.com/pg/FriendlyPines/events/

Camp News (0:44) Margo Cramer Interview (4:45) Camp Fact (17:35) Camp Joke (18:07)

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I speak to Jon, a counselor from Yuma, Arizona about his time here at FPC, & why he's returning this Summer. I host our Words of Wisdom segment this episode. Also, brace yourself! You may giggle or groan when I tell you a Friendly Pines Camp Joke. Enjoy!

Link to our Open House & 80th Birthday Celebration: https://www.facebook.com/pg/FriendlyPines/events/

Camp News (0:39) Jon Bailey Interview (4:11) Words of Wisdom (14:11) Camp Joke (15:43)

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This episode we give you an update on some camp news. I speak to Lorenia, a counselor from Mexico about her time here at FPC, & why she's returning this Summer. Our Co-Director, Kevin Nissen hosts our Words of Wisdom segment this episode. Also, you may learn a little something when or Rental Director, Jonathan Pierson gives you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Enjoy!

Link to our Open House & 80th Birthday Celebration: https://www.facebook.com/pg/FriendlyPines/events/

Camp News (0:38) Lorenia Zaragoza Interview (4:14) Words of Wisdom with Kevin Nissen (12:07) Camp Fact with Jonathan Pierson (14:35)

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I speak to Claire Metzler, a counselor from Jacksonville, Florida about her time here at FPC, & why she's returning this Summer. Our Camper Liaison, Jon Bailey hosts our Words of Wisdom segment this episode. Also, you may learn a little something when Megan May gives you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Enjoy!

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Link to our Round-Ups: https://www.facebook.com/pg/FriendlyPines/events/

Camp News (0:44) Claire Metzler Interview (2:13) Words of Wisdom with Jon Bailey (13:30) Camp Fact with Megan May (14:58)

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I speak to Erin Dunleavy, a counselor from Ireland about her time here at FPC, & why she's returning this Summer. Our Co-Director, Megan May hosts our Words of Wisdom segment this episode. Also, you may learn a little something when Jon Bailey gives you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Enjoy!

If you want more information on our Round-Ups, please follow this link to the events tab on the Friendly Pines Camp Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/pg/FriendlyPines/events/

Camp News (0:37) Erin Dunleavy Interview (1:43) Words of Wisdom with Megan May (16:07) Camp Fact with Jon Bailey (18:36)

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I speak to Miky Thomas, a counselor from Australia about her time here at FPC, & why she's returning this Summer. Our Rental Director, Jonathan Pierson hosts our Words of Wisdom segment this episode. Also, you may learn a little something when Molly Maloney gives you a Friendly Pines Camp fact. Enjoy!

Half Sessions: Half Session A: Sunday July 26th - Wednesday July 29th Half Session B: Thursday July 30th - Sunday August 2nd Half Sessions will have 2 programs running simultaneously; Pre-Teen: ages 5-10 - Focus on Activity Teen: ages 11-17 - Focus on Socialization

Camp News (0:44) Miky Thomas Interview (2:25) Words of Wisdom with Jonathan Pierson (14:24) Camp Fact with Molly Maloney (16:25)

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A little introduction to what our Podcast will be like, who the guests will be, and our first Words of Wisdom segment with Tyler Turner, our Program Director.

Each episode we'll be talking to a returning counselor, or other camp staff about their time at FPC and how it has impacted them. Followed by our Words of Wisdom segment with a guest host.

Our first episode will be released on January 1st 2020. Subscribe so it will appear in your feed when it's available.

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A big thanks to Tyler for agreeing to be our first Words of Wisdom guest host.