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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid (Blended Course) (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:As of 3/8/24 this course is FULL and cannot accept any additional registrations. \nACA\, New England is not offering additional courses this spring focused solely on camp professionals\, but additional spring dates are available through this link: https://www.collaborative.org/event/youth-mental-health-blended/ \nYouth Mental Health First Aid \n(BLENDED COURSE: Online pre-work and live in-person course) \nThis is an 8-hour education program that teaches partcipants how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.Youth Mental Health First Aid uses group activity\, role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect young people to professional\, peer\, social\, and self-help care. The course covers: \n\nCommon signs and symptoms of mental health challenges and substance use challenges in this age group.\nHow to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis.\nHow to connect the youth with help.\nExpanded content on trauma\, substance use\, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.\n\nThis course is offered in a two-part format and both components must be completed to earn your certification: \n\n2.5 hours of pre-work must be completed by Thursday\, March 28\n5.5 hour live\, virtual course from 9:00 am – 2:30 pm on Monday\, April 1\n\nWhat will participants learn? This course teaches participants the risk factors and warning signs of a variety of mental health challenges common among adolescents\, including anxiety\, depression\, psychosis\, eating disorders\, AD/HD\, disruptive behavior disorders\, and substance use disorder. \nParticipants do not learn to diagnose\, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling – rather\, participants learn to support a youth developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan. The Youth Mental Health First Aid USA curriculum is primarily focused on information participants can use to help adolescents and transition-age youth\, ages 8-18. \nWho should take this course? The course is designed for any adults who regularly interact with adolescents who are ACA\, New England members or who work at camps located in Western Massachusetts. *We are able to provide this course free of charge to ACA\, New England members thanks to a SAMHSA grant.* \nWho created the course? Who created the course? The National Council for Mental Wellbeing was instrumental in bringing Mental Health First Aid to the U.S. Mental Health First Aid USA worked with experts at the National Technical Assistance Center for Children’s Mental Health at the Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development to develop the youth program. \nMental Health First Aid Instructors through Mental Health First Aid:  \n\nKayla Crowe\nJoanne Dreher\n\nThis course is FREE for ACA\, New England members and folks who work at camps in Western Massachusetts. You MUST register by March 6 and complete your pre-work completion by March 28 receive access to the live virtual course on April. \n*Because this course results in a certification\, attendees must fully participate in the entire program.* \nSpace is limited to 30 participants! \nRegister: As of 3/8/24 this course is FULL and cannot accept any additional registrations. If you are already registered\, additional communication about the course will come from the course instructor/ the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. You will receive a Zoom link for the live portion of the course 24 hours prior to the session. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual prior to the start of the event (provided there is enough time for that individual to complete the mandatory pre-work). \nOnce you register through ACA\, New England\, you will receive an email with additional details on how to access the pre-work through the Mental Health First Aid Portal. Please allow time to receive that email. All pre-work must be completed by Thursday\, March 28 to ensure you are qualified to attend the in-person component of the program. \nA minimum of 10 and maximum of 30 registered participants is required for the program to run. \nQuestions\, reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-blended-course/
LOCATION:NH
CATEGORIES:Training,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T143000
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics w/EPIC - April 2024
DESCRIPTION:Got Hot Topics you want to address? Questions you want to ask? Stories you want to share? email bud@acanewengland.org and we’ll get them on the agenda. \nThroughout the “off season”\, EPIC New England hosts monthly drop-ins for Emerging Professionals In Camping to connect and share thoughts\, questions\, information\, etc. around the topics that currently affect them in camping. \nWhile hosted by EPIC\, these conversations are open to anyone (EPIC\, full-time\, seasonal\, veteran\, etc.) who has insights or questions around the Hot Topic of the day. \n\nEPIC\, New England\nEmerging Professionals In Camping (EPIC) is a kindred group within the American Camp Association for counselors\, staff\, and other camp professionals to connect and grow their careers in camping. \nIn January 2019\, a group of emerging professionals in New England camping gathered at the ACA\, New England office in Lexington\, MA. Since then\, EPIC\, New England has continued to provide support\, connections\, and opportunities for anyone making that move into a camp career or taking another step towards their goals in the industry. \nIf you are someone passionate about a career in camping or a current camp pro looking for more growth and development\, you are EPIC.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/hot-topics-w-epic-april-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Professionals In Camping
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ORGANIZER;CN="EPIC%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T100000
DTSTAMP:20240327T134646Z
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SUMMARY:2024 ACA\, New England Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is your Association. We hope you can join us\, participate\, and hear about what’s happening around New England and how we’re working on the wants\, needs\, and questions most relevant to shaping a better path ahead for all camps. \n\nState of the Association\nIntroduce New Board Members\nHear from Board Leadership\nCelebrate and Recognize Members\nSurvey First Takes\nWhat’s Next for New England?\n\nApril 5\, 9am-10am\nShould you have questions regarding the Annual Meeting\, please reach out to Michele@acanewengland.org or ianmoorhouse@wheelerschool.org \n  \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/2024-aca-new-england-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michele Rowcliffe":MAILTO:michele@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240407T170000
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SUMMARY:SOLO Wilderness First Aid (THREE OFFERINGS)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like to spend time outdoors? Accidents happen; if you or someone in your group got hurt\, would you know what to do? People get hurt\, sick\, or lost.  Many back country emergencies are preventable and even when bad things happen\, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. \nWilderness First Aid is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who wants more than basic level of first aid training for short trips with family\, friends\, and outdoor groups. The 16 hour long (two-day) program focuses on the skills of: Response and Assessment\, Musculoskeletal Injuries\, Environmental Emergencies\, Survival Skills\, Soft Tissue Injuries\, and Medical Emergencies. \nThose who complete the course and pass the written and practical skills will receive a Wilderness First Aid certification from SOLO which is valid for 2 years. \nOptional CPR Training \nAn optional  Adult CPR Certification Course will be offered on Saturday evening for an additional fee of $50.00 for those who would like to get certified.  While certification is recommended; it is not required. \nCertification Received:  Participants successfully completing the course will receive \nThis 2-day course is being offered three times: 4/6-7\, 4/27-28\, 5/25-26
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/solo-wilderness-first-aid/
LOCATION:Function Hall @ Wasserman Park\, 116 Naticook Rd\, Merrimack\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Training - Non-ACA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Casparius":MAILTO:mcasparius@merrimacknh.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T123000
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SUMMARY:Accreditation Process Workshop (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to provide an overview of the ACA Accreditation Process. \n  Every camp being visited in 2024 must have at least one person who completes this course on behalf of the camp; that person must actively assist in preparation for the accreditation visit\, be engaged in on-site operations during the camp season\, and participate fully in the on-site accreditation visit. \nThe April 9th Accreditation Process Workshop will be offered in a Hybrid format\,  You may attend the session in person or virtually via Zoom. Multiple people from a camp are encouraged to take this course.\nParticipants feel excited\, engaged\, and ready to manage the accreditation process for their camp. They know where to find and how to use information\, resources\, and technology provided by ACA. They can navigate the Accreditation Process Guide v.2019 to understand compliance and applicability of standards\, including how to maintain accreditation through the visit and non-visit years and the purpose and steps of preparing written documentation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information\n\nIt will be offered in a Hybrid format\,  You may attend in person or virtually via Zoom.   \nPlease indicate how you will attend in the registration.  
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/accreditation-process-workshop-hybrid/
LOCATION:ACA New England Office\, 80 Westview St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421
CATEGORIES:Education,Accreditation Process Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T110000
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat 4/12
DESCRIPTION:Send any questions you’d like to address to bud@acanewengland.org and we’ll include them in the conversation. \nCoffee & Camp Chat is a bi-weekly discussion among summer camp people! Sip your favorite beverage as we share insights\, swap stories\, and discuss trends in camping. Cozy into your Friday with fellow camp folk while we brew ideas\, forge connections\, and remind each other why there’s no place like camp! \nACCESS: C&CC is open to everyone in camping. However\, we host these gatherings through the New England Camp Community (ACA\, New England’s members platform). If you are not currently an ACA\, New England member and you’d like to join us for Coffee & Camp Chat\, please reach out to bud@acanewengland.org. He’ll help you with your one-time setup\, so you can join us for all future chats. \nHOW TO JOIN: \nHow to Find and Access Events (Video with Narration) \nHow to Find and Access Events (Step by Step Guide) \nFOR NEW ENGLAND MEMBERS: If it’s your first time logging into the New England Camp Community\, and you need help\, please refer to our NE Camp Community page or email bud@acanewengland.org.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-4-12/
LOCATION:Tradewing
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T180000
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SUMMARY:Associate Visitor Course
DESCRIPTION:ACA New England needs YOU to join an amazing team of volunteers! Join us for our next Associate Visitor Course. \nThis course is an in-person training. Participants must attend all learning sessions over the timeframe to successfully become an accreditation volunteer. This course requires active participation and engagement. \nACA’s accreditation program is the only national peer review program of its kind for the camp industry. Being an ACA visitor provides you with the experience to build your network\, polish your skills in observation and risk management\, and develop mentoring opportunities for both you and the camps you work with. As much as you give to this experience\, you’ll also gain new ideas\, perspectives\, and approaches to the mission-driven work of the camp industry. \nAdditional Information \n\nContact Elizabeth Snell\, Director of Accreditation Services\, with questions.\nCourse will be held in person.\nPreregistration for this course is required.\nLunch is provided.\nThere is an online portion that must be completed prior to the in person portion of this course.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/associate-visitor-course-3/
LOCATION:Wheeler School Farm Campus\, 357 Walker St\, Seekonk\, MA\, 02771
CATEGORIES:Education,Associate Visitor Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240612
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Trainings and Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Trainings and Certifications \n\n\nTHE LIST\nAt the New England Camp Conference\, folks post and share upcoming training and certification opportunities their camps are hosting. We’ve compiled that list along with other trainings folks are offering including: \n\nChallenge Course/Ropes\nFirst Aid and First Responder\nLifeguard and Water Safety\nComputer Competency\nPrograms\nShooting Sports\nWatercraft\nHorses\n\nIf you know of a training not listed\, please email bud@acanewengland.org\, and we’ll add it. \nThanks again!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/upcoming-trainings-and-certifications/
LOCATION:NH
CATEGORIES:Education,Pre-Summer Trainings, Licenses, and Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T110000
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat 4/26
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Camp Chat is a bi-weekly discussion among summer camp people! Sip your favorite beverage as we share insights\, swap stories\, and discuss trends in camping. Cozy into your Friday with fellow camp folk while we brew ideas\, forge connections\, and remind each other why there’s no place like camp! \nSend any questions you’d like to address to bud@acanewengland.org and we’ll include them in the conversation. \nACCESS: C&CC is open to everyone in camping. However\, we host these gatherings through the New England Camp Community (ACA\, New England’s members platform). If you are not currently an ACA\, New England member and you’d like to join us for Coffee & Camp Chat\, please reach out to bud@acanewengland.org. He’ll help you with your one-time setup\, so you can join us for all future chats. \nHOW TO JOIN: \nHow to Find and Access Events (Video with Narration) \nHow to Find and Access Events (Step by Step Guide) \nFOR NEW ENGLAND MEMBERS: If it’s your first time logging into the New England Camp Community\, and you need help\, please refer to our NE Camp Community page or email bud@acanewengland.org.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-4-26/
LOCATION:Tradewing
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T110000
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SUMMARY:ChatGPT Made Simple for Camp Success (e-Session)
DESCRIPTION:ChatGPT Made Simple for Camp Success (e-Session)\nExplore the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform your camp with ‘ChatGPT Made Simple for Camp Success.’ This virtual session is tailored for camping professionals seeking to harness AI with ease. We will demystify ChatGPT\, showing how it can boost your camp’s efficiency\, engagement\, and creativity—no technical expertise required. From revitalizing program design to enriching content creation\, discover how AI can elevate your operations and impact\, all while maintaining an ethical and responsible approach. Participants will leave with not only an understanding of how to get started with ChatGPT but also practical applications that can be immediately implemented. Ready to transform your camp with AI? Join us to see how artificial intelligence can be a force for social good in the camping industry. \nThis session is designed for all levels. Attendees are neither required to have a ChatGPT account\, nor expected to have any experience with the tool. We’ll be sure to address both of those things in the training session. \nIf you can’t join us live\, this session will be recorded and available for viewing for 30 days once it is made available. \nREGISTRATION COMES WITH A FREE 2ND SEAT – So\, bring a colleague along with you or register them so they can watch the recording! Make sure you don’t pay for the second registration by selecting the “FREE 2nd Attendee” option on page 2 of check-out. Not sure who will join? You can also come back later and add the second person this way. \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 30\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 11:00 AM ET. \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: $25 for ACA members/$40 for non-members. Each registration comes with two seats for the session. \nMake sure you don’t pay for the second registration from your camp/program by selecting the “FREE 2nd Attendee” option on page 2 of check-out. Not sure who will join? You can also come back later and add the second person this way. \nYou will earn 1 CEC for joining this e-session. \nWhile hosted by ACA\, New England\, members of all regions are welcome to attend and join us! \n  \nAbout the presenter: \n  \nAaron Proietti\, Founder\, Today’s Innovator \nAaron Proietti is the author of the book Today’s Innovator\, and founder of a coaching and training company of the same name. He is an innovation expert with 20+ years of experience innovating in complex organizations. Aaron has spoken at many camping conferences on topics related to program design\, organizational values\, disruption\, innovation\,  customer-centricity\, and more. Through Today’s Innovator’s Shout.Camp program\, Aaron and team advises camps on strategy\, program design\, and more. \n  \n  \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/chatgpt-made-simple-for-camp-success-e-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Spring E-Session Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
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