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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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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:MA
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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T130000
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SUMMARY:Summer Sendoff with EPIC\, New England - NH
DESCRIPTION:2024 EPIC\, New England Summer Sendoff – NH \nJoin EPIC and friends for on last gathering before we all set sail for summer. We’re congregating at Tuckerman Brewing for a few hours of good conversation about how we are preparing for summer\, any anticipated big changes\, what we are most excited about\, how we feel about staffing going into the summer\, etc. Meet some new people and see some old friends. Then\, have an EPIC camp season \nWhat – Gathering before we all part ways for the summer \nWho – EPICs\, friends of EPIC\, people curious about EPIC \nWhere – Tuckerman Brewing\, Conway\, NH \nWhen – 1pm – 4pm on Wednesday\, May 1 \nWhy – . The summer is long\, and you’re not alone. It’s important to remember that and reaffirm the hard but necessary work we’re all about to engage in throughout the camp season. \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/summer-sendoff-with-epic-new-england/
LOCATION:Tuckerman Brewing\, 66 Hobbs St\, Conway\, NH\, 03818
CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Professionals In Camping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T130000
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SUMMARY:Summer Sendoff with EPIC\, New England - ME
DESCRIPTION:2024 EPIC\, New England Summer Sendoff – ME \nJoin MSC Community Connections & EPIC (Emerging Professionals in Camp)  for a dog walk at Fernwood Cove.  Furry friends optional! We hope you can join us for our last gathering before summer 2024.  We will take a tour around Fernwood Cove and chat about how we are preparing for summer\, any anticipated big changes\, what we are most excited about\, how we feel about staffing going into the summer\, etc. \nWhat – Gathering before we all part ways for the summer \nWho – EPICs\, friends of EPIC\, people curious about EPIC \nWhere – Fernwood Cove\, 350 Island Pond Road\, Harrison ME \nWhen – 1pm – 4pm on Wednesday\, May 2 \nWhy – . The summer is long\, and you’re not alone. It’s important to remember that and reaffirm the hard but necessary work we’re all about to engage in throughout the camp season. \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/11847/
LOCATION:Fernwood Cove\, 350 Island Pond Rd\, Harrison\, ME\, 04040
CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Professionals In Camping
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SUMMARY:Confidence\, Self-Esteem\, Understanding & Conflict Resolution: Fostering Positive Mental Health at Camp
DESCRIPTION:Confidence\, Self-Esteem\, Understanding & Conflict Resolution: Fostering Positive Mental Health at Camp\nMichael Brandwein and Bob Selverstone are coming to New England for an in-person one-day training on Friday\, May 3rd!\n**If you register after 3:00 PM on Thursday\, May 2\, please email kerry@acanenwengland.org to let her know you have signed up so she can forward you the relevant confirmation email.**\nIt’s a hot topic now: Directors have noted differences in levels of staff and camper confidence\, ability to problem-solve\, handle stress\, conflict\, and more. How can we proactively train to deal with these challenges and develop positive self-images and empathy that lead to success? Save prep time and take home expertly designed\, practical\, participatory activities and materials that efficiently address these issues\, will fit right into your 2024 training\, and be useful throughout the season. \nPsychologist and therapist Bob Selverstone has spent decades developing and facilitating these highly acclaimed activities for individual camps and at professional conferences. Now he has worked with master trainer and #1 best-selling camp training author Michael Brandwein to build this unique workshop in which you’ll learn top tools from Bob’s repertoire and be able to present these at your own camp with Michael’s expert touches. Plus: Michael will present the newest version of one of his essential training pieces\, “How to Teach Problem-Solving & Responsibility to Campers.” \nIncluded: \n\nKeys to creating “safe” places for camp communication\nAffirming that all people “matter” so they are seen\, respected\, and valued\nEnhancing empathy and understanding of others\nHandling different views and values and managing conflict\nSolving problems with greater confidence—what to say and do\nPractical self-reflection that works\nGratitude and Positivity\n\nWhen: Friday\, May 3\, 2024\, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Check-in and networking will be from 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM and the day’s program will begin at 9:30 AM. \nWhere: Camp Joslin\, 150 Richardson Corner Rd\, Charlton\, MA \nCost: The first person per camp/organization is $150 for ACA members ($180 for non-members). Second and additional registrations from each camp are $120/each for ACA members ($150/each for non-members). Registration rates are based off of individual membership status. Send multiple people from your camp to save!  \nLunch will be provided and you will earn 6 CECs for your participation in the workshop. \nA minimum of 20 registrants will be required for this program to run. \nWhile hosted by ACA\, New England\, members of all regions are welcome to attend and join us! \nAbout the presenters:\nBOB SELVERSTONE\, Ph.D. has been a licensed psychologist in private practice in Westport\, CT\, for 40+ years – overlapping his 35 years as a public-school counselor and high school (and Graduate School) teacher of courses in Values Clarification and Human Sexuality. He has conducted over 1\,000 workshops and presentations to professional and parent groups on issues of social and emotional health\, values\, communication\, self-esteem\, relationships and sexuality. This includes 400+ on-site trainings for summer camps. He has been featured in a dozen award-winning educational videos and has appeared on many radio and TV programs. Bob co-authored one of the first articles in Camping magazine that called for human relations training of camp staff. In 1918 his grandfather\, Harry Sperling\, founded one of the first private summer camps in the nation\, and his father\, Arthur Selverstone\, ran it until his death.  In one way or another\, Bob and his family have been involved in camping for over 100 years. He and his high school sweetheart (of 62+ years) have two children and four adult grandchildren. \nMICHAEL BRANDWEIN (michaelbrandwein.com) is an internationally acclaimed expert on camp\, youth development\, and education. A frequent national keynoter\, he has presented in all 50 states and on six of the seven continents. Michael trains camp leadership teams and staff\, teachers\, and youth program leaders throughout the world. He is the number one best-selling author in the camp training and leadership field\, with six books\, including : Training Terrific Staff (Volumes 1 & 2)\, Super Staff SuperVision\, Skill of the Day: What Great Leaders of Young People Do and Say\, and the latest\, Growing Great Qualities in Kids: The L.A.S.E.R.B.E.A.M. Technique for Bringing Out the Best in Young People. He wrote and presented three Emmy® award-winning TV programs on youth communication that have been broadcast on PBS stations throughout the United States. \nMichael has won two American Camp Association national awards and many regional awards. He is a former ACA national board member. Michael lives in the Chicago area with his wife Donna\, an ASL interpreter. They have two adult sons: Dave\, a touring musician\, and Benjamin\, a special education teacher in the Chicago Public Schools. \nUse of Images and Audio by ACA\, New England: Through my registration\, I give American Camp Association\, New England (ACANE) full rights and permissions with respect to any photographs\, video\, and audio recordings taken during the ACANE event. These images and recordings may be used by ACANE and its agents in any format or medium and for any lawful purpose. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another attendee from your camp/organization. If you need to transfer your registration\, please reach out to ACA\, New England at 781-541-6080.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/confidence-self-esteem-understanding-conflict-resolution-fostering-positive-mental-health-at-camp/
LOCATION:Camp Joslin\, 150 Richardson Corner Rd\, Charlton\, MA
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:The Branding Masterclass: Attracting Legions of Irrationally Loyal Fans to Your Brand (e-Session)
DESCRIPTION:The Branding Masterclass: Attracting Legions of Irrationally Loyal Fans to Your Brand (e-Session)\nIrrational Loyalty is the condition where customers are so bonded to your brand they’d think they were CHEATING on it were they to choose an alternative. Brands that enjoy this condition scale more rapidly and more profitably and spend less on marketing than brands that don’t. In fact\, recent customer research conducted by Sol Marketing yielded the finding that brands that have irrationally loyal customers make\, on average\, about 40% more revenue than brands in their category that don’t. \nIn this fast-paced workshop\, Bestselling Author and branding expert Deb Gabor shares the secrets to creating a powerful brand that bonds with your most important and highly predictive of success audiences. Participants will walk out with tangible\, actionable tools to use on the job the very next day to up-level and bring relentless focus to marketing\, sales\, and camper experience. \nTakeaways: \n\nDefine what is a “brand” and the concept of Irrational Loyalty\nUnderstand the importance of branding for informing marketing strategy\nLearn how the most valuable global brands create Irrational Loyalty and how you can use those practices to your brand’s own advantage\nWalk out with powerful\, actionable tools you can use on the job the very next day to create marketing that grows your company’s brand.\n\nREGISTRATION COMES WITH A FREE 2ND SEAT – So\, bring a colleague along with you. 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. This offering WILL NOT BE RECORDED\, so please plan to join us live! \nWhen: Monday\, May 6\, 2024\, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM ET. \nWhere: Live on Zoom (this session WILL NOT be recorded) \nCost: $25 for ACA members/$40 for non-members. Each registration comes with two seats for the e-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! \nAbout the presenter:  \nDeb Gabor\, Founder & CEO\, Sol Marketing \n“Leading Expert” doesn’t come close to describing Deb Gabor’s passion for brands. More accurate? Brand Guru. Brand Impresario. Brand Evangelist. Deb’s written the book on branding (three times!) with bestsellers Branding is Sex\, Irrational Loyalty\, and Person-Ality. She’s the founder and CEO of Sol Marketing\, a strategy-led marketing firm obsessed with solving major business and branding problems for clients in every industry. Deb and her team at Sol Marketing have introduced her revolutionary brand strategy for organizations ranging from international household names like Allrecipes\, The Associated Press\, Dell\, Microsoft\, NBC Universal\, NPR\, NTT Data\, and Siemens\, to exciting emerging brands like hint water and Indagare. Deb also lends her brand authority with frequent contributions and commentary to major news outlets such as Entrepreneur\, Forbes\, FORTUNE\, Inc.\, MediaPost\, New York Times\, NPR\, USA Today\, Wall Street Journal\, and The Washington Post. Business and marketing organizations regularly call on Deb as a keynote speaker and workshop leader\, relying on her as an inspiration for executives to embrace the power of branding to create Irrational Loyalty.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/the-branding-masterclass-attracting-legions-of-irrationally-loyal-fans-to-your-brand-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T153000
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics w/EPIC - May 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-may-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Professionals In Camping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T170000
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SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop 5/10/24
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new camp director or planning a career in camp ? \nJoin us for a FAST PACED day focused on the many topics of running camp.  Staff training\, supervision\, hiring\, firing\, and so many more! \nCome prepared to fill your brain and notebook with lots of useful information. \nA team of experienced directors and consultants will lead workshops and provide invaluable materials and hands-on training scenarios. \nMembers: $105\nNon-members: $125 \nInquire about FREE membership with bud@acanewengland.\nMASSACHUSETTS PEOPLE PLEASE NOTE: If you are taking this training to fulfill the Massachusetts Camp Licensing requirements for directors\, please note you ALSO need to attend a training with the Department of Public Health. The DPH trainings are normally coordinated with the Massachusetts Camping Association and this year are taking place on April 24 & 25. ACA\, New England’s New Camp Director Workshop satisfies the requirement for Director training discussed at the Massachusetts Camping Association’s DPH meeting. \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/11223/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Day Camp\, 265 Beaver St\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452
CATEGORIES:Education,New Camp Director Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182947
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UID:11904-1715335200-1715338800@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat - 5/10
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-5-10/
LOCATION:Tradewing
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182947
CREATED:20240506T151824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T151933Z
UID:11909-1715875200-1715878800@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:EPIC Summer Send Off – Campy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Our partners at ACA Inc. are hosting an online opportunity for EPICs to connect before the summer takes us in our various directions. Their invitation says: \n“Join EPIC for a fun Summer Send Off! You’ve put lots of time\, stress\, and energy into preparations for the upcoming summer season\, and now is a great time to celebrate what’s ahead. You will have the opportunity to make connections with others you can lean on during the summer. Join us with your favorite beverage to share\, learn\, and connect with other EPICs across the country!” \nGreat chance to meet some new friends and perhaps reconnect with some familiar faces! \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/epic-summer-send-off-campy-hour/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Professionals In Camping
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Camp Association%2C Inc":MAILTO:membership@acacamps.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182947
CREATED:20240410T195404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T195404Z
UID:11825-1716109200-1716138000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Lifeguard Instructor r.24 Update
DESCRIPTION:Are You (Or One of Your Summer Staff) a Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor in Need of the r.24 Update? \nACA New England is offering the blended learning Instructor recertification course.  This course is required course for all  Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructors to re-certify. During this course Lifeguarding Instructors and Instructor Trainers will participate in an in-water practice and polish skills session and practice teaching in addition to a classroom-based review of Red Cross administrative policies and procedures. \n\nAdditional Information\n\nSpecifics for the day will be sent to you about a week prior. \nBe sure to complete your online update through the Red Cross Learning Center prior to the day of the in person class. \nPlease bring a lunch for the day.  
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/lifeguard-instructor-r-24-update/
LOCATION:North Suburban YMCA\, 137 Lexington St\, Woburn\, MA\, 01801
CATEGORIES:Training,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182947
CREATED:20240510T134618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T160208Z
UID:11916-1716382800-1716386400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:What’s the Buzz on Difficult Conversations at Camp?
DESCRIPTION:What’s the Buzz on Difficult Conversations at Camp? Peer Discussion Session\nAs you get ready to welcome staff and campers this summer\, join your camp colleagues to consider your camp’s approach to difficult conversations that might arise. During our time together\, participants will have the opportunity to: \n\nIdentify current events that have the potential to impact camp this summer.\nDiscuss ways to safely hold multiple staff/camper perspectives while role modeling inclusivity.\nExplore how camps can be proactive about their expectations for staff and camper interactions regarding current events.\n\nJen “Dusty” Clitheroe\, Principal Consultant for Strength Perspective\, will help moderate the conversation alongside ACA\, New England staff. We are not experts on all topics\, but through this gathering we want to create a forum for discussion\, crowdsourcing\, and resource-sharing. \nPlease come prepared to have your videos on\, ask questions\, and engage in dialogue. We do expect to use breakout rooms for smaller discussions. \nThis session WILL NOT BE RECORDED\, so please plan to join us live. \nWhen: Wednesday\, May 22\, 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET \nWhere: Zoom (link will be emailed by the morning of May 22\, 2024) \nCost: FREE for ACA members; $25/non-members. Pricing is based on individual ACA membership status.             \nRegister HERE. \nQuestions? Contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at ACA\, New England\, kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \n Registrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \nAbout our facilitator \n \nJen “Dusty” Clitheroe is the Principal Consultant for Strength Perspective\, a consulting firm that works with organizational leaders and their communities\, empowering individuals to create more inclusive organizations\, environments\, and teams. She holds a BA in Psychology and an MS in Organizational Leadership. She has also served on a number of non-profit boards (including the Farm & Wilderness Foundation and Summer Camps) working to support sustainability\, providing consultation for Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging strategic planning\, leadership development\, workshop facilitation\, and organizational change management. She also serves on the Board of ACA\, New England.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/whats-the-buzz-on-difficult-conversations-at-camp/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,What's the Buzz
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182947
CREATED:20240520T174027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T174027Z
UID:11942-1716544800-1716548400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat - 5/24
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-5-24/
LOCATION:Tradewing
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182947
CREATED:20240103T152014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T175805Z
UID:11276-1717234200-1717257600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Summer Staff Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Online registration has closed. Please call us at 781-541-6080 by 12 pm on Friday\, May 31 if you’d like to sign up and we will do our best to accommodate you.\nWe welcome all camp staff to this energizing and informative Summer Staff Saturday in-person training day on June 1 at Wheeler Summer’s “The Farm” in Seekonk\, MA! There will be two tracks depending on your role at camp: \n\nLeadership – Are you a director or executive? Do you supervise a team who works with campers? Are you someone with a walkie talkie during the summer? If so\, this would be the best option for you. It will include some round table conversations\, a camp tour\, and higher level camp management and operations conversations.\n\n\nProgram – Do you work primarily with campers? Do you oversee a program area at camp? If so\, this track is best for you. You’ll be able to choose from sessions that will apply directly to things you’ll be doing at camp this summer – think transition times\, behavior management\, difficult conversations\, and games and activities!\n\nPlease select the track each attendee would like to join on step 4 of the registration process! \nLunch is included with your registration. \nDo I choose the individual or group rate?  \n\nIf you know who is coming\, register each person individually so we capture that info now. Or\, if you have 2-4\, 6-9\, or more than 10 folks coming you can use the individual registration to add additional folks from your team (If the total number of attendees you’re booking is 5 or more\, you can apply apply the discount code NESUM20 at checkout to save 20% on each individual’s registration fees!)\nIf you’re not sure exactly who is coming\, but you plan to bring a group\, select the group registration rate to reserve 5 or 10 spots and then share attendee names with us in May (the rate listed already includes the 20% discount\, so you’ll pay what you see!)\n\nPricing \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndividuals: Member: $35 / Non-member: $50\nGroup of five (5): Member: $140 / Non-member: $200\nGroup of ten (10): Member: $280 / Non-member: $400\n\nDaily Schedule (subject to tweaks as the event approaches) \n\n8:45 – 9:30\, Coffee and snacks / Check in\n9:30 – 9:40\, Gathering Activity\n9:45  – 10:45\, Program Track: Behavior Management / Downtime/Transition with Staff\n9:45 – 10:45\, Leadership Track: Master Site planning / Environmental site planning\n10:55 – 11:55\, Program Track: Games  / Basic Level Lesson Planning (how to make a lesson plan)\n10:55 – 11:55\, Leadership Track: Executive Round Table\n12:00 – 12:30\, Lunch\n12:45 – 1:45\, Leadership Track: True cost of camp / Strategic Decision Making\n12:45 – 1:45\, Program Track: Hard Conversations / Day Camp Tool Box\n2:00- 3:15\, Camp Tour\n3:20 – 3:45\, Closing / Door Prizes / Evaluations / Thanks for coming!\n\nAdditional Information\n\nRegistering 5 or more staff from your camp/program? If you select a group registration a 20% discount is already factored in\, so pay what you see! If you’re registering using individual registrations\, but you have 5 or more total participants from your camp/program\, use promo code NESUM20 at checkout (when you get to your shopping cart) to recieve a 20% discount off of individual registrations! (Be sure to hit the little gift box to apply the code before paying.) \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another attendee from your camp/organization. If you need to transfer your registration\, please reach out to ACA\, New England at 781-541-6080.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/summer-staff-saturday/
LOCATION:The Farm – Wheeler School Seekonk Campus\, 357 Walker St\, Seekonk\, MA\, 02771
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182947
CREATED:20240520T173536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T173536Z
UID:11940-1718701200-1718730000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop 6/18/24
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new camp director or planning a career in camp ? \nJoin us for a FAST PACED day focused on the many topics of running camp.  Staff training\, supervision\, hiring\, firing\, and so many more! \nCome prepared to fill your brain and notebook with lots of useful information. \nA team of experienced directors and consultants will lead workshops and provide invaluable materials and hands-on training scenarios. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Information\n\nIf you are taking this training to fulfill the Massachusetts Camp Licensing requirements for directors\, please note you ALSO need to attend the training with the Department of Public Health.  This training will be held in conjunction with Massachusetts Camping Association in the Spring.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-camp-director-workshop-6-18-24/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club of Boston: Berkshire Parnters Blue Hill Club\, 15 Talbot Ave\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,New Camp Director Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20240612T155707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T150807Z
UID:12013-1725840000-1726012799@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New England Overnight Camp Tours - Maine
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED. Please call ACA\, New England at 781-541-6080 to see if we can accommodate you for this program.\nACA\, New England is excited to head to Maine for this year’s Fall Overnight Camp Tours September 9 & 10!\nThese tours offer attendees a chance to visit six overnight camps in two days including:\n\nCamp Caribou\nHidden Valley Camp\nMedomak Family Camp & Retreat Center\nCamp Kingswood\nCamp Agawam\nKingsley Pines\n\nThis is a great opportunity to see a variety of camp properties\, experience how other organizations run their programs and facilities\, re-energize by networking with peers\, discuss lessons learned and hot topics from the past summer\, and gain new ideas as your off-season planning begins. \nThe $179/member; $199/non-member registration includes two lunches. Travel\, lodging\, breakfast\, and dinner are not included. \nDay One (Monday\, September 9): We will kick off at Camp Caribou at 10:30am with a tour followed by lunch\, then head over to Hidden Valley Camp\, and finish with a tour of Medomak Family Camp & Retreat Center by about 5 pm. Then\, join us for a happy hour at The Pub at Baxter in Lewiston\, ME to relax at the end of the day (ACANE will provide snacks). \nDay Two (Tuesday\, September 10): The day will begin at 9am at Camp Kingswood\, followed by a tour at Camp Agawam\, and lunch & a tour at Kingsley Pines. We will be wrapping up around 3:00 pm on the second day. \nHOTEL INFORMATION:  \n\nWe have a block of rooms secured for the night of Monday\, September 9 at:\n\nHampton Inn Oxford\, Oxford\, ME – $129/night + tax for double queen room OR king room. Breakfast and parking is included. Please use this link to book directly or call the hotel at 207-539-6055 and mention the ACA Camp Tours group. (Group rate available until August 26\, 2024.) (approx. 30mins from the Pub at Baxter in Lewiston & 40 minutes to Camp Kingswood)\nMicrotel Inn & Suites\, Windham\, ME – $197.70/night + tax for double queen room; $227.92/night + tax for single queen suite with a pull-out sofa. To book\, call hotel directly at 207-893-8870 and mention ACA New England group. (Group rate available until August 1\, 2024.) – free parking and breakfast included (approx. 40 minutes from The Pub at Baxter in Lewiston & 30 minutes to Camp Kingswood)\n\n\nYou can also choose to stay at one of the many other smaller hotels or AirBnBs in the area.\nShould you plan to come up early and want to stay somewhere Sunday night\, September 8\, we recommend looking in the Waterville area\, which is 15-20 minutes from Camp Caribou.\n\nWhile this event highlights overnight camp properties\, folks from all types of camps are welcome to attend!  \nThank you to Chalmers Camp Insurance  and IENA for their generous sponsorship of this event! \n(Want to see even more camps? Check out our Day Camp Tours opportunity in Connecticut on September 24 too! And\, spoiler alert\, YMCA Camp Woodstock offers both day and overnight programming.) \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry\, ACA New England Director of Education and Professional Development\, at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual prior to the start of the event.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-england-resident-camp-tours-maine/
LOCATION:Maine Camps
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20240612T155936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T151022Z
UID:12017-1727170200-1727190000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New England Day Camp Tours - Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED. Please call ACA\, New England at 781-541-6080 to see if we can accommodate you for this program.\nACA\, New England is excited to offer a one-day Day Camp Tours program in Connecticut on September 24\, 2024!\nJoin us to explore the properties and facilities at: \n\nHoliday Hill Camp & Recreation Center (Mansfield Center\, CT)\, day camp\, weddings\, groups\, and events\nYMCA Camp Woodstock (Woodstock Valley\, CT)\, day and overnight camp\n\nThis is a great opportunity to see camps while also learning about their programming and operational strategies (e.g. transportation and drop-off/pick-up) and networking with your peers. Lunch will be included. \nWe will start at Holiday Hill (check-in begins at 9:30 am) with the tour beginning at 10:00 am and will finish at Camp Woodstock by 3:00 pm. \nRegistration includes lunch. Travel is not included (camps are approximately 30-minutes from each other). \n2024 host camps are located approximately 30-45 minutes from Hartford\, CT\, 1 hour from Springfield\, MA\, 1.5 hours from Boston\, MA\, 2 hours from Manchester\, NH\, and 3 hours from Portland\, ME. \nWhile this event highlights day camps\, folks from all types of camps are welcome to attend (and YMCA Camp Woodstock offers both day and overnight camp)!  \nThank you to LifeTRAVELED for their generous sponsorship of this event! \n \n(Want to see even more camps? Check out our Resident Camp Tours opportunity in Maine on September 9 & 10 too!) \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry\, ACA New England Director of Education and Professional Development\, at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual prior to the start of the event.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-england-day-camp-tours-connecticut/
LOCATION:Connecticut Camps
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20240930T160750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T132600Z
UID:12398-1728311400-1728315000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Hot Topics w/EPIC - October 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-october-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Emerging Professionals In Camping
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ORGANIZER;CN="EPIC%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20240930T180025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T171822Z
UID:12395-1728640800-1728644400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat - 10/11
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! \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-10-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20240916T190801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T175056Z
UID:12348-1729587600-1729620000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Accreditation Volunteer Course
DESCRIPTION:ACA New England needs YOU to join an amazing team of volunteers!\nJoin us for our next Accreditation Volunteer Course (formerly known as the Associate Visitors Course).\nDue to low enrollment\, the 10/22 offering has been cancelled. However\, there are lots more opportunities throughout the year (see the application below). \nThis course is a two part training: AVC PART 1 is a self-paced online pre-course and AVC PART 2 is a live session with trained facilitators. 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 accreditation volunteer (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 gain from new ideas\, perspectives\, and approaches to the mission-driven work of the camp industry. \nTo become an accreditation volunteer\, please complete these steps: \n\nSubmit an Accreditation Volunteer Application (online) \n\nOn the form\, you’ll indicate which Accreditation Volunteer Course Part II you want to take (formerly known as the Associate Visitors Course) – FREE\n\n\n\nOnce you are registered for the course\, you’ll be enrolled in the required online pre-course work (AVC PART 1 up to 8 hours) a month prior to your PART 2 course. This self-paced\, interactive online pre-course work includes the Accreditation Process Workshop so you are up to date as well as roles and responsibilities of an accreditation volunteer\, compliance demonstration\, scoring\, and mandatory standards. This online pre-work must be successfully completed in order to attend the Accreditation Volunteer Course PART 2. \nTo become an accreditation volunteer\, you must fully attend and participate in ALL parts of AVC PART 1 & AVC PART 2 (this is a live in-person session with trained facilitators. During this portion\, participants will be engaged in practicing and demonstrating essential skills needed in conducting accreditation visits along with conducting a mock accreditation visit). \nWant to become an accreditation volunteer/visitor\, but this AVC PART 2 date doesn’t work for your schedule? Complete the Accreditation Volunteer Application and choose from another live virtual or in-person course. \nAdditional steps (once 1 & 2 are done): \n\nReview the ACA Associate Visitor/Visitor Service Description.\nReview and be ready to sign the Volunteer Conflict of Interest and Code of Conduct.\nMake sure you are a current ACA individual member (contact us if you have questions about this. We also offer a discounted membership rate for visitors).
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/accreditation-volunteer-course/
LOCATION:Brookwoods / Deer Run\, 34 Camp Brookwoods Rd\, Alton\, NH\, 03809
CATEGORIES:Education,Associate Visitor Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20241011T160027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T172442Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat - 10/25
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! \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-10-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241031
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20241023T170402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T170458Z
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SUMMARY:ACA Staffing Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Staffing Summit will feature critical learning\, speaker panels\, roundtables\, and engaging sessions spanning three days. The virtual delivery of the conference increases the benefits of convenience and value while preserving the great networking and timely information\, which are hallmarks of ACA conferences. We will share practical solutions addressing the staffing shortage\, innovative ways to recruit staff\, and best practices for staff retention. \nThe 2024 Staffing Summit will offer 45 sessions on out-of-the-box ways to connect with staff\, virtual job fairs and interviewing\, recruiting specialized staff\, and so much more. Session recordings will be available to attendees until December 1. Each day will have featured speakers\, keynote presentations from industry thought leaders\, and networking opportunities to share resources and ideas. Don’t miss one of the most important events of the season!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/aca-staffing-summit-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Camp Association%2C Inc":MAILTO:membership@acacamps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20241003T165424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T202903Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating the New Overtime Rules: Ensuring Camp Compliance (RECORDING)
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the New Overtime Rules: Ensuring Camp Compliance\n***While the live session has passed\, you can register to receive the recording link to view the session after the fact. The recording will be available through December 4\, 2024.*** \nThe Department of Labor’s new overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act took effect on July 1\, 2024\, bringing significant changes for employers across industries. These updates include increases to the salary threshold for highly compensated employees\, among other important adjustments. Some of these updates are slated to take effect January 1\, 2025. \nThis session will review the key aspects of the new regulations and provide practical guidance on how camps can ensure ongoing compliance. Whether you’re still adjusting or looking to fine-tune your approach\, we’ll help you navigate the post-July 1st requirements effectively. \nWhen: Monday\, November 4\, 2024\, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET. \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: Free for ACA members/$25 for non-members. \nWhile ACA\, New England is hosting this e-session\, camp professionals from all regions are invited to register and attend. \nThis session will be recorded and the recording will be available for 30 days if you can’t join us live. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \nYou will earn 1 CEC for participation in this e-session. \n\nAbout the presenter: \nRachel Fendell Satinsky is a seasoned attorney concentrating in employment litigation and counseling. Rachel has successfully represented a range of clients\, from Fortune 50 companies to start-ups\, in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies. She has experience with all aspects of litigation including obtaining successful resolutions on summary judgment\, at trial\, and on appeal. Her litigation and counseling experience spans various industries\, including retail\, financial services\, and healthcare. Rachel also has a focus on the camp industry and is recognized as a leading authority in that field.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/navigating-the-new-overtime-rules-ensuring-camp-compliance-e-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20241008T160025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T132526Z
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics w/EPIC - November 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-november-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:20241107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20240912T155446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T204748Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Seminar: Emotional/Behavioral Management: Behind-the-Scenes & Policy Deep Dive
DESCRIPTION:***ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED.***\nThe success of your camp’s emotional/behavioral management program doesn’t start at staff training – it starts in the fall\, when you review and re-evaluate your policies\, procedures\, and paperwork. If that sounds tedious\, we promise it won’t be! \nJoin Emily Golinsky to take a deep dive into the behind-the-scenes pieces of work that form the foundation for successful summers. We’ll look at things such as: \n\nquestions you should be asking as part of your camper application/enrollment process\,\nwebsite/marketing messaging that encourages applications from campers who meet your intended population\, and\nthe fine print that explains your expectations and policies to parents/guardians.\n\nWe’ll also dig into examples of complicated behavioral situations that arose locally this past summer and how specific language and policy elements will assist with resolving those challenges. Bring your situational examples and your existing forms\, policies\, and procedures! \nFrancesca Korbas\, Esq\, is a former practicing special education attorney and civil rights investigator\, with a deep understanding of inclusivity as it relates to youth with differing abilities. Francesca will also share information and recommendations for camps related to The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the precursor of ADA)\, and more that will help you better understand what your camp can (and maybe can’t) do. Francesca will provide guidance on how to successfully connect school year supports and IEP planning to camp inclusivity planning. \nYou’ll leave feeling energized and ready to edit your emotional/behavioral fine-print (and not-so-fine-print) in preparation for the Summer of 2025!  \nThis seminar will be beneficial for staff at both day and overnight camps who work on the administrative/policy aspects of your camp’s behavior management programs. Multiple staff per camp are welcome to attend.  \nCheck-in will start at 9:30 am\, with the program kicking off at 10:00 am. \nLunch will be provided and you will earn 5 CECs for your participation in the seminar. \nAbout our Presenters: \nEmily Golinsky\, Bright Moose Training LLC \n \nEmily’s sessions get called “tremendously helpful\,” “definitely not the same-old-same-old\,” and “not to be missed–a reason to come to the conference!” Emily retired from a 15-year role as Executive Director at the therapeutically-based Camp Starfish (NH) to found Bright Moose\, LLC (www.brightmoosetraining.com)\, which provides training\, consultation\, and PD for camps\, schools and youth organizations nationwide. Emily is the VP for NHCamps and is a visitor\, NCDW faculty\, and facilitator for ACANE. She is a Special Education Advocate and MHFA Instructor\, has a BS in Health Psych and MS in Camp Admin/Leadership\, and is pursuing her Higher Ed Teaching Certificate through Harvard. Fair warning: she is an avid collector of terribly awesome puns. \n  \n  \nFrancesca Korbas\, Francesca Korbas Esq. Consulting \nFrancesca is an attorney\, a child advocate\, a disability and civil rights compliance specialist\, a ​mediator\, and a relationship-builder. \nShe educates individuals and entities on how to ​comfortably and productively ensure access to individuals with differing needs through ​workshops\, speaking engagements\, and private consulting sessions. Francesca specializes in providing a visible path to equity and inclusivity ​by providing digestible\, interactive guidance and long term skill-building supports that make ​entities and individuals unintimidated by disability\, civil rights and educational compliance. \nA former special education attorney and civil rights investigator\, Francesca brings a deep ​understanding of the systems individuals and entities are up against and the overwhelm of ​information they are confronted with in ensuring compliance. Trained in mediation\, Francesca brings an unbiased\, curious and facilitating approach to her ​educational guidance and consulting services. \nFrancesca is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts\, Amherst and Suffolk University ​School of Law. A licensed attorney\, Francesca no longer formally represents clients and instead ​uses her background to empower and educate. \nThank you to our event sponsor\, Brio Custom\, for their support! 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/fall-seminar-emotional-behavioral-management/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Day Camp\, 265 Beaver St\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20241025T160026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T172338Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat - 11/8
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! \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-11-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
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:20241111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20241018T132239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T212438Z
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SUMMARY:CCA November Program: Teen Staff Panel
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Camping Association is inviting folks to a thought-provoking discussion where young staff share their perspectives on what they need in today’s work environment. This panel will focus on their insights\, challenges\, and suggestions for creating a supportive and fulfilling workplace. \nCCA has decided to offer a virtual option as well. There is a check box in the jot form to let them know if you will be joining online. 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/cca-november-program-teen-staff-panel/
LOCATION:The Hartford Stage Rehearsal Studio\, 942 Main St\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182948
CREATED:20240822T180929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T145402Z
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SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: Non-Profit Camp Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Our first session has passed\, but we can still accept new participants for our November date. If you’re interested in joining the series\, email kerry@acanewengland.org. \nAre you the CEO/director of a non-profit overnight camp? This group is for those who are looking to continue to grow in their knowledge\, take their camps/organizations to the next level\, and gain support.  \nMany of the best camps thrive when they run as a business (non-profit doesn’t mean no profit) while also staying focused on their mission. Join this group to intentionally explore and discuss topics specific to non-profit overnight camps with colleagues who are asking the same questions as you. \nDiscussions will be facilitated by John Tilley around topics identified by the group. Current hot topics include: \n\nWhat are your camp’s “it factors” and “secret sauce”?\,\nNavigating the tightropes you balance on\,\nFundraising and friendraising\,\nWorking with your board\,\nUnderstanding what drives your budget\,\nMarketing and camper recruitment\,\nMitigating risk and insurance\,\nCamp culture\,\nOther urgent needs identified by participants\n\nThrough a series of monthly facilitated discussions (October to May)\, you’ll share and get feedback from others\, troubleshoot challenges\, and explore new ideas and tactics in a safe and professional space. John Tilley\, CEO of YMCA Camp Coniston\, will moderate the group. (More of John’s bio is here.) His role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, and offer observations and insights from 40+ years of experience in non-profit camping\, while keeping the conversation and session flow going! \nThis series is not designed to be a how-to\, but an interactive\, live\, discussion-based opportunity for non-profit overnight camp leaders looking to ask and share answers to their questions\, build their network\, and grow their skills. Sessions will not be recorded. There will be two sessions in-person (one with hybrid option)\, an additional informal meet-up at the New England Camp Conference in Manchester\, NH\, and six Zoom sessions. The schedule is as follows: \n\nMonday\, October 21\, in-person –10:30 am – 2 pm\, YMCA Camp Coniston (24 Coniston Rd\, Grantham\, NH  03753)\nMonday\, November 18\, Zoom – 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm [PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL TIME FOR THIS SESSION]\nMonday\, December 16\, Zoom – 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nMonday\, January 13\, Zoom – 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nMonday\, February 10\, Zoom – 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nMonday\, March 10\, Zoom – 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nMarch 27/28/29 – In-person informal meet-up during New England Camp Conference in Manchester\, NH\, exact day/time TBD closer to the program\nMonday\, April 14\, hybrid (in-person and Zoom opportunity during same time) – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm time-frame\, ACA\, New England office OR YMCA Camp Coniston (TBD by group)\nMonday\, May 5\, Zoom – 10:00 am – 11:30 am\n\nTrying to decide if this is a good fit for you? We’d say yes if your job responsibilities include overseeing several of the bullet points listed above and you can prioritize and commit to attending the full series of sessions. \nNot sure and want to chat with us? Fill out this interest form and we’ll be in touch to answer your questions and help you decide. \nAs space is limited to around 20 participants to ensure meaningful interactions\, we can only accommodate one staff member per camp at this time. Participants will receive 15 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for their full participation. \nCost: $269/ACA members; $319/non-members (membership is based on individual ACA membership status) \nACA\, New England never wants cost to be a barrier to participating in our programs\, so please reach out to kerry@acanewengland.org if you need to request financial assistance. \nRegistration is non-refundable and for the entire series. Transfers are only possible BEFORE the series begins.  \nIf you are looking for more skill-based sessions or other resource communities\, please look at ACA\, New England’s event calendar or reach out to ACA\, New England for help identifying other opportunities to meet these needs. \n\nAbout the Facilitator \nJohn Tilley is CEO and Executive Director of YMCA Camp Coniston in Grantham\, NH and came to Coniston in November of 1999. John started camp work as a summer counselor in 1982 and has worked at camps in North Carolina\, Kentucky\, Utah\, California and Pennsylvania. John’s wife\, Tricia was raised in Concord\, NH and they both love calling the Granite State home. When not focusing on Camp he loves to share the inner workings of Coniston’s success\, in hopes of making camping programs across the nation more successful and impactful for youth. John has become integrated in the local community through participation as a Ballot Clerk and a member of the Planning Board– but is particularly known for his passion of chatting at the local coffee shop during the winter mornings.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/resource-community-series-non-profit-camp-leaders/
LOCATION:ACA\, New England/Zoom (depending on session)
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
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