1. The camper is no longer in an obesogenic environment where fast food, peer influences, and sedentary days encourage weight gain and inactivity
2. The camper is in a safe environment where fellow campers are struggling with the same issues, creating a natural support group to work through resistance and learn from each other
3. The camper learns that healthy eating can be delicious eating and that nutrition determines how good they feel physically and mentally
4. The camper gets to feel like he or she is not "alone" in their challenge to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle
5. The camper is free of taunting and teasing of non-overweight peers
6. The camper gets to try exciting new activities like rock climbing and white-water rafting
7. The camper learns how to be comfortable participating in group sports such as volleyball or soccer
8. The camper has a unique opportunity to explore his or her feelings and learn what triggers overeating, giving them a great kick-start for continued success
9. The camper gets focused attention from behavioral specialists who can guide him or her to recognize past barriers to healthy eating and living
10. The camper starts to believe in him or herself and they can carry home with them this new-found self-confidence and inner strength