Greetings from Basecamp.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your camp needs an EOP, an EAP, or an SOP, or if you don’t have a clue which is which, you’re in good company. Even professional emergency managers get tripped up by all the acronyms. The truth is, they’re all part of the same safety ecosystem. They just serve different purposes.

Let’s break it down in plain English.

Because great leadership starts with readiness.

When we think about leadership at camp, we often picture charisma, creativity, and heart. But behind every confident leader is something a little less noticeable: preparation. In reality, strong leaders don’t just react well; they prepare well. And one of the most effective tools for developing that kind of readiness is the tabletop exercise.