{"id":5708,"date":"2021-07-07T20:33:36","date_gmt":"2021-07-07T20:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catalinaislandcamps.com\/?p=5708"},"modified":"2022-12-21T16:37:09","modified_gmt":"2022-12-21T16:37:09","slug":"prepping-your-teen-for-a-digital-detox-at-summer-camp-for-teenagers-in-california","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/catalinaislandcamps.com\/prepping-your-teen-for-a-digital-detox-at-summer-camp-for-teenagers-in-california\/","title":{"rendered":"Prepping Your Teen for a Digital Detox at Summer Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"

A fantastic and screen-free summer can be a reality for teens who attend summer camp for teenagers. But you might want to prep a little beforehand.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Importance of a Digital Detox<\/h2>\n

One of the hardest things for kids (and parents) to deal with when heading to a <\/span>summer camp for teenagers in California<\/span><\/a> is the digital detox \u2013 the sudden absence of screens and games in their lives, as well as the loss of constant connectivity to parents, friends and the internet.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ironically, it\u2019s also one of the most healthful and important <\/span>aspects of overnight summer camp<\/span><\/a> for teens.<\/span><\/p>\n

Screens are so embedded in our daily lives that it can be hard to imagine life without the ability to suddenly and silently convey a thought to a friend or family member (via text) or to look up the answer to a question (hello Google) or to send a photo to your posse (selfie!).\u00a0 All of these activities are second nature and most of us, and our kids are truly hooked.<\/span><\/p>\n

The difference between kids and adults is that most adults can recall what it was like to communicate and interact in the pre-smartphone era. Most kids cannot even imagine it! They have grown and developed in an era where face-to-face, one on one time almost always includes a third entity in the form of a device. Overnight summer camps for teenagers in California might be the only chance that some kids get to <\/span>experience life unplugged<\/span><\/a>, while their minds are still developing.<\/span><\/p>\n

Surprisingly, most kids do just fine with a digital detox, and hardly miss their devices after a day or two at camp. They are simply too busy and having too much fun to recall that they don\u2019t have their phones.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But they may experience some anxiety in the time leading up to camp. You can ease this anxiety by detoxing a bit at home in the weeks leading up to camp. Some of the following practices might help your kid prep for a digital detox, and therefore be more comfortable at camp.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to Prep Your Teen for a Digital Detox<\/b><\/h2>\n

Cell Phone Free Meals<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Create a time and place where diners are more present and able to interact with one another without the distraction of devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

Family Game Night<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Participating in fun and lively games and group discussions, without the distraction of a device is a great way to build confidence in your camper that they will be just fine without texting.<\/span><\/p>\n

Outdoor Activities and Artistic Pursuits<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Swimming, tennis, rock climbing and pottery throwing \u2013 any active sport or artistic endeavor that requires two hands, is a good way to practice being present. When you are enjoying an <\/span>activity<\/span><\/a> you forget to check your device. Seek out these types of activities and make your kids conscious of this if and when it happens.<\/span><\/p>\n

Digital Curfew\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

If your kids are used to texting at night and falling asleep while watching a video or listening to their music, you might want to start a new routine prior to leaving for camp. Digital curfews are proven to be healthy for sleep and will set your camper up for greater comfort when headed off to a screen-free summer camp.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Catalina Island Camps – Overnight Summer Camp for Teens in California<\/h2>\n

Your teens may surprise you by asking you to put down your phone when they get back from a screen-free overnight summer camp. Learn more<\/a> about how your child can benefit from a digital detox with a <\/span>summer camp experience<\/span><\/a> at Catalina Island Camps today!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

A fantastic and screen-free summer can be a reality for teens who attend summer camp for teenagers. But you might want to prep a little beforehand. The Importance of a Digital Detox One of the hardest things for kids (and parents) to deal with when heading to a summer camp for teenagers in California is […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2312,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[14,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5708","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-summer-camp","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nDigital Detox at Summer Camp for Teens - Catalina Island Camps<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Summer camp means a break for teenagers from their phones and technological devices. 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