Celebrating 30 Years of CampBrain: A Legacy of Innovation and Service
Celebrating 30 Years of CampBrain For three decades, CampBrain has been at the forefront of camp management software, shaping the way camps across North America operate and thrive. As we mark this significant milestone, we reflect on the journey that has brought us here and look forward to the exciting future ahead. Welcome Camps! It all began on April 20th, 1994 when CampBrain V1.0 was created by Shane Miskin, in collaboration with our founding 10 camps. From its humble beginnings, CampBrain quickly gained traction, thanks to its user-centric approach and commitment to excellence. However, it wasn't until 1999, when Rob [...]
The Foundation & Future of CampBrain
The Foundation & Future of CampBrain October 20, 2023 was Rob & Shane’s last day at CampBrain. That same week, we welcomed clients back to Toronto for the return of our user conference, BRAINSTORM – attendees had the chance to celebrate and connect with our former CEO & founder one last time. Our team gathered again last month, this time for our biannual full-company gathering, State of the Brain – our opportunity to get aligned, connect, and celebrate milestones. At State of the Brain, Brainers had the chance to celebrate with Rob & Shane and their families; to reflect, share [...]
Let’s Get More Kids To Camp!
Let's Get More Kids To Camp! There are a few highlights in the CampBrain calendar that are extra special to us – but none are quite like Canoe Heads For Kids, the annual fundraiser for Amici Children’s Camp Charity. As per the name, “Canoe Heads”, this event challenges participants to tackle a 7.5 km (4.6 m) portage across Toronto’s waterfront trail, and a 7.5 km paddle back along the shore of Lake Ontario! The result? The unique sight of portagers downtown! Why we support Amici Amici has been sending children (ages 7-17) from low-income households to overnight summer camps across [...]
Honor a Camp Administrator Today!
“My job is to make people dream. Of course, there's a lot of technical stuff behind the scenes and a lot of hard work behind it. But I get to watch people see the result of that hard work and feel that wonder and feel that discovery, all the time.” -David Copperfield To the outside world, camp looks a lot like magic. Camp has the ability to amaze, excite, and transform its audience with unforgettable experiences. It sparks imagination, connects people in wonderment, and changes beliefs of what is possible. Properly done, camp convinces the audience to come back again [...]
The 2022 CAHoF is Open!
The 2022 CAHoF is Open! The Camp Admin Hall of Fame has returned in 2022 for another exciting year. Lets come together to recognize and celebrate all of the hard working and dedicated camp administrators. Nominations for the Camp Admin Hall of Fame are open, and will be open until Friday, March 18th. Voting beings on Monday, March 28th and runs until Friday, April 8th! There there are three ways enter the Camp Administrator Hall of Fame: The Maple Award - Most Votes The Maple award celebrates communities that can rally behind one person. It is awarded to the administrator with the most [...]
Camp Administrator Hall Of Fame 2021 Inductees
The 2021 Camp Administrator Hall of Fame has come to a conclusion! Thank you to everyone who nominated, voted, and supported the 2021 Camp Admin Hall of Fame, and congratulations to the 2021 inductees Mandy Montgomery, Pamela Gilchrist, Russ Schultz, and Shannon Glanville for entering the Hall! This past year, more then any, is a shining example of why we have the Hall. Through a tumultuous year full of uncertainty, we relied on administrators to stay calm and composed. They were called on to preform duties well outside their expertise and did so wonderfully without fuss or fanfare. For the [...]
