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Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, AutoFix Auto Shop Coaching, and Today's Class\n\nTenise and Weston Chapman, owners of Black Hills Tire in Rapid City, South Dakota, discuss their initiative, Camp Drive. This hands-on camp introduces young people to the automotive industry through engaging activities like brake and alignment modules, electrical scans, and engine performance sessions. The Chapmans discuss the Camp's positive impact on participants, support from local schools and businesses, and plans for expansion. They highlight the importance of inspiring the next generation of automotive professionals and the enthusiastic feedback from both kids and parents.\n\nTenise and Weston Chapman, Black Hills Tire, Rapid City, SD. Listen to previous episodes HERE\n\nShow Notes\n\n

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• Camp Drive Concept (00:01:50)\xa0Introduction to Camp Drive initiative, its purpose, and the importance of skilled trades for young people.
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• Camp Drive Activities (00:03:08)\xa0Description of the activities and sessions at Camp Drive, including the waiting list for participation.
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• Engaging the Participants (00:05:19)\xa0Discussion on the hands-on activities and the excitement of the participants during the camp.
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• Parent and Community Feedback (00:08:31)\xa0Feedback from parents and the community regarding the impact of Camp Drive on the participants.
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• Support and Sponsorship (00:11:02)\xa0Support from aftermarket suppliers, tool companies, and businesses, as well as the non-profit status of the initiative.
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• Expanding Camp Drive (00:12:14)\xa0Expansion of Camp Drive to include more stations and activities, including welding and HVAC modules.
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• Logistics and Community Support (00:14:01)\xa0Management of time and community involvement in providing additional experiences for the participants.
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• Engagement and Participation (00:15:02)\xa0The engagement of participants and the approach to ensuring their focus and involvement during the camp activities.
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• The smiling and excited kids (00:15:42)\xa0A discussion about a young participant's enthusiasm and transformation during the camp.
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• Interviewing students and industry encouragement (00:19:13) The importance of encouraging young people to pursue careers in the automotive industry.
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• Dane's experience and career aspirations (00:24:28)\xa0An interview with a student, Dane, who shares his experience at the camp and expresses his career aspirations in the automotive industry.
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• Savannah's interest in welding and automotive technology (00:31:44) An interview with Savannah, who shares her interest in welding and her experience at the camp.
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• The competition (00:33:22)\xa0Discussion about an upcoming competition and the number of teams participating.
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• Exploring different stations (00:33:39)The various stations at the camp, including HVAC, alignment, scanning, engines, welding, changing tires, and changing oil.
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• Learning about automotive skills (00:34:10)\xa0The participant talks about learning to change oil, spark plugs, and brakes, and gaining knowledge about suspensions and spark plugs.
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• Impact of the Camp (00:35:24)\xa0A participant shares their positive experience at the camp and how they learned about it through radio...