Q&A with BIG JAY
Q&A with BIG JAY is a podcast for the Camps ’R’ Us camp community. Join our host, Camps ’R’ Us Managing Director, Jason ”BIG JAY” Turnier as he discusses the news about camp, looking forward to the next camp season, and sharing updates about programs, activities, camp news, staffing, and more.
Episodes
Sep 12, 2024
Sep 12, 2024
25 min
Dynamic duo and husband and wife owners/directors of Camps 'R' Us, Cheryl and Jason Turnier, recorded a quick call to discuss our newest program, Camps 'R' Us Explorers® and introduce an FAQ based on initial feedback from the camp community. Learn more about Camps 'R' Us Explorers® at www.campsrus.org/programs/explorers #lovecampsrus #summerdaycamp #longislanddaycamps #teentravel #tweentravel #explorers
May 13, 2022
May 13, 2022
30 min
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This episode, we focused on working at camp this summer, including employee benefits, our upcoming job fair, positions, and eligibility. We also discussed the release of additional information about EDUCAMP®, Bonus Trips, the Brown Bag It Lunch Program, and Swim Testing as well as the Campanion App, photo stream and microposts.
Links to Learn More
Camps 'R' Us Summer Job Fair - Sunday, May 15, 2022, 12-4 PM
Camp is a Dream Job for High School and College Students
EDUCAMP® Information
May 6, 2022
May 6, 2022
17 min
Camp alumnus, educator, and author Christine Davis joins BIG JAY to talk about her work as a reading specialist, her new book, Just Jump In!, what inspired her in her career, and how her cmapm experience has made an impact on her life.
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Links to Learn More
Contact Christine Davis, Children's Author
Just Jump In! will be officially released on June 7, 2022. It's available for pre-order on Amazon, Target, and Barnes & Noble.
May 6, 2022
May 6, 2022
19 min
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This episode, we'll be focusing on our new partnerships between Camps 'R' Us and Northwell Health-Go Health Urgent Care, Adventureland, and Suffolk Association of Municipal Employees.
Links to Learn More
Northwell Health-Go Health Urgent Care
Adventureland Season Pass Discounts
Suffolk AME Discount Program
May 5, 2022
May 5, 2022
8 min
Jason is joined by the Founders of Camps 'R' Us to talk about the history, mission, and vision of their summer camp programs. Part 3 of 3.
May 5, 2022
May 5, 2022
7 min
Jason is joined by the Founders of Camps 'R' Us to talk about the history, mission, and vision of their summer camp programs. Part 2 of 3.
May 5, 2022
May 5, 2022
9 min
Jason is joined by the Founders of Camps 'R' Us to talk about the history, mission, and vision of their summer camp programs. Part 1 of 3.
About Q&A with BIG JAY
Q&A with BIG JAY is a podcast for the Camps ’R’ Us camp community. Join our host, Camps ’R’ Us Managing Director, Jason ”BIG JAY” Turnier as he discusses the news about camp, looking forward to the next camp season, and sharing updates about programs, activities, camp news, staffing, and more.
Jason Turnier is a dad, huband, drummer, and camp professional. He lives in Commack NY with his wife and two daughters, and their dog, Dottie.
Camps ‘R’ Us is Long Island’s neighborhood summer day camp, family owned and operated with 11 campuses. Campers enjoy an array of sports, arts & crafts, gaming, gaga, educational programs, swimming, special events, field trips and more. Parents love the peace of mind that comes with knowing their children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment.