In addition to preparing to make new friends, you can get ready for youth camp by preparing to learn new things.
Youth camp allows you to have fun and expand your horizons.
While the former is obvious, how do you ensure that the latter takes place?Hence, you make a conscious decision to make the most of camp and you take specific steps to make learning a priority.
The following seven suggestions will help you to prepare for a phenomenal growth experience.
7 Ways to Prepare

1. Think about what you want to learn.
   

Give some serious thought to what you want to gain from going to youth camp.
What you would like to happen?For example, you might decide to learn as much as possible about the people you meet.
Or, you might want to learn about the land that surrounds the facility.
Take some time to reflect on your objectives.

2. Make a list.
   

After you've thought about what you want to learn, jot down a few notes.
List two or three goals that you would like to achieve.
Review the list before you go to camp, while you're at camp, and after you return home.
The probability of achieving a goal is higher when it is written down and when you review it on a regular basis.
Otherwise you might forget your objectives.

3. Take a journal.
   

Each day write your impressions in a journal.
The end of the day would be a good time to do so because the details are still fresh.
Besides, you might forget them due to the many activities scheduled throughout the day.
Or, compile all of your notes at the end of camp, when you have time to look back and reflect.

4. Ask questions.
   

Remember, there is no such thing as a dumb question, so ask away.
If you don't understand something don't be shy about asking for clarification.
More than likely, someone else has the same question but is afraid to speak up.
At the end of every day, ask yourself what lessons were learned.

5. Commit to being open minded.
   

After you decide to attend youth camp, you must also decide to avoid being narrow minded.
An open minded person seeks new opportunities, takes some risks, and adapts to different situations.

6. Avoid negative thinking.
   

Plan to block negative thinking.
For example, do not frown upon group activities.
You know that they will occur, so condition your mind to welcome working with others in groups.

7. Write a contract with yourself.
   

Prepare a brief statement that outlines your intentions to learn new things.
Keep it brief; a short paragraph will suffice.
Post it in your bedroom or wherever you spend a lot of time.
Review it daily, especially during the weeks leading up to camp.