The Camp Source App is your passport for a camp season of fun and adventure. 😎
Camp Source is a mobile app that helps organizations and participants stay connected and streamline camp management whether you're a small privately run summer camp, a local Parks & Rec agency, or a YMCA. It's available on both the Apple App Store and Android App Store. The integration with SmartRec allows for seamless participant data management.
In this article:
Who is this integration for?
The integration with Camp Source is for clients who wish to enhance their participants' and parents' camp experience with real time updates, push notifications, and easy access to a camp calendar, information about trips and special events, documents, pictures, and video.
What can I do with Camp Source?
Here's an overview of Camp Source features:
Comprehensive Management: Seamlessly manage all camps and groups within a unified app interface.
Camp Newsfeed: Keep parents engaged with real-time updates, reminders, and delightful camp content, fostering a vibrant and informed camp community.
Schedule Builder, Camp Calendar, and Trips/Events:
Effortlessly create weekly schedules, field trip schedules, and post detailed information about camp events.
Use the Calendar feature to add camp activities, trips, and events, automatically integrating them into the camp calendar for seamless accessibility.
Communication Hub:
Push Notifications:
Instantly notify parents when new content is uploaded, utilizing a notification tracker for streamlined organization.
Two-Way Messaging:
Engage with parents through in-app messaging, allowing communication to the entire camp, specific groups, or individual parents.
Email Integration:
Send emails directly to participants, catering to the entire camp, specific groups, or individual needs.
Video & Picture Sharing:
Picture Sharing:
Enhance communication through a dedicated Picture Gallery, enabling the upload of individual pictures or galleries for parents to view and download directly to their mobile devices.
Video Sharing:
Link YouTube videos to the app, and notify parents when new videos are available, enriching the camp experience through visual content.
Watch the video below for an overview of what's possible with Camp Source 👀
How does the integration with Amilia SmartRec work?
The integration automates adding participant information to Camp Source, meaning admins can automatically import all their participants' information from Amilia SmartRec in one click instead of having to add them manually.
How do I get started with Camp Source?
1. Sign up for a free admin account:
Visit the Amilia App Store to activate Camp Source. Click on Contact us and fill out the form.
2. Wait to get your login credentials
Upon registration, expect to receive your login credentials and additional information within 3 business days. If you do not receive the credentials within this time frame, please contact info@rectechllc.com.
3. Explore the demo
Once you have your free admin account, log in and click on Start Demo from the dashboard to delve deeper into the product. This hands-on experience allows you to explore features and start configuring your camps.
4. Complete the Self-Onboarding Steps
Complete the 7 steps of the self-onboarding at your own pace. This guided process is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how to use Camp Source for your specific needs.
5. Upgrade your plan
Camp Source’s pricing is based on the number of users you require, so we suggest consulting the pricing page to determine which plan is right for you. The integration with Amilia SmartRec is included in all plans. 😁
After completing the learning phase and gaining confidence in the platform, seamlessly upgrade your plan. Choose from the available pricing plans directly from the Subscriptions tab. This step ensures you have access to advanced features that cater to your evolving requirements.
View an overview of the admin experience in Camp Source below 🍿
How do I connect Camp Source to Amilia SmartRec?
Here's how to integrate your Amilia SmartRec account with Camp Source:
Step 1: Set up your Camps in Camp Source
Download the Camp Source User Guide from the Camp Source website. Follow the steps in the document to set up your camps.
Step 2: Import your database of users
Once your camps are set up, click on App Login (Parent). This is your master database of users.
Step 3: Select the Import Type
Click Select Import Type and choose Import From Amilia from the options in the drop-down menu.
Step 4: Log in Amilia
You'll be prompted to log in with your Amilia SmartRec login credentials and Organization ID.
Your Organization ID can be found in your organization's SmartRec browser link. In this example, the ID is clubamiliasouthwest.
Step 5: Import Participants
Choose the Camp, Camp Group, and the Program from SmartRec that you want to
import.
Click Import from Amilia to submit. The system will automatically send emails to participants with login credentials and a link to download the app to their smartphone.
Note: The default login for everyone is their email, and the temporary password is 123456. Two logins are allowed, allowing both parents to access the platform on separate devices using one email address.
FAQs
Is Camp Source available in French?
Is Camp Source available in French?
No Camp Source does not support a multilingual experience at this time.
Where can I get support with Camp Source?
Where can I get support with Camp Source?
For additional support and detailed guides on each platform section, visit the Support page on the Camp Source website. You may also explore User Guides, Tutorials, and Tool Kits in the Camp Resources section on your dashboard's left menu.
You can also use the "Get Started" buttons on your dashboard for a walkthrough of specific sections.
How will I be billed for my Camp Source subscription?
How will I be billed for my Camp Source subscription?
You will be billed directly by RecTech for your Camp Source subscription.
*Last updated March 2024