Episode 43: Camp Pegnita with Samantha Clarke

Episode 43: Camp Pegnita with Samantha Clarke

From Moms of the Lou by STL Mom

April 2, 2026 · 21 min

About this episode

Samantha Clarke discusses her role as camp director of Camp Pegnita and the camp's focus on child development.

Samantha Clark, a mother and artist, discusses her role as camp director of Camp Pegnita, a beloved summer camp in St. Louis. Established in 1947, the camp focuses on child development and interpersonal skills, with a six-acre campus featuring a pool, playground, and natural trails. The camp operates for nine weeks, serving children from kindergarten to seventh grade, with a counselor-in-training program for eighth and ninth grade students. Samantha emphasizes the importance of maintaining a ...

People in this episode

Host: STL Mom

Guest: Samantha Clarke

Topics covered

  • summer camp
  • child development
  • interpersonal skills
  • parenting
  • education

Keywords

  • Camp Pegnita
  • Samantha Clarke
  • summer camp
  • child development
  • interpersonal skills

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Camp Pegnita

Places: St. Louis

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