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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat 4/11
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!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-4-11/
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:20250423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T180000
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SUMMARY:Accreditation Volunteer Course 4/23/25
DESCRIPTION:ACA New England needs YOU to join an amazing team of volunteers!  Join us for our next Accreditation Volunteer Course (formerly known as the Associate Visitors 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 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) \nRegister for this Accreditation Volunteer Course (formerly known as the Associate Visitors Course)\n\nOnce you are registered for the course\, you’ll be enrolled in the required online pre-course work. The online pre-course work includes the Accreditation Process Workshop so you are up to date. This online pre-work must be successfully completed in order to attend the Accreditation Volunteer Course. To become an accreditation volunteer\, you must fully attend and participate in ALL parts of the training. \nIf this course date does not work for your schedule\, when you complete the Accreditation Volunteer Application\, you will have other live virtual and in-person course options to select from. \nAdditional steps: \n\nReview the ACA Associate Visitor/Visitor Service Description.\nReview and be ready to sign the Volunteer Conflict of Interest and Code of Conduct.\nBe a current ACA individual member (contact us if you have questions about this. We also offer a discounted membership rate for visitors).\n\nThe registration Deadline is April 15\, 2025. Pre-registration is required for this course. \nThere is an online portion that must be completed prior to the in-person portion of this course.   \nClick here to register \nCost: Free \nWhere & When: Camp Hazen\, 204 W Main St\, Chester\, CT 06412\, April 23\, 2025 from 9:00am to 6:00pm \nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/accreditation-volunteer-course-4-23-25/
LOCATION:Camp Hazen YMCA\, 204 W Main St\, Chester\, CT\, 06412
CATEGORIES:Education,Associate Visitor Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T160000
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SUMMARY:Accreditation Volunteers Huddle
DESCRIPTION:New England Accreditation Volunteer Visitors\, this huddle is for you!\nCircle up with fellow visitors and accreditation staff. We’ll share news and updates\, plus takeaways from last year’s visits. Then\, share tips and tricks with each other to make your visits smooth and effective as you work with camp teams. \nThe first 30 minutes will cover expectations of a New England Visitor\, tips/tricks/reminders for Visit prep\, and common or perennial challenges/things to remember. \nNew England Visitor Huddle  \nPart 1 (30 minutes) \n\nWelcome/Introduction\nExpectations of a New England Visitor\nTips/tricks/reminders about the Visit (what to expect\, bring\, remember\, etc.)\nResources available and where they are\nUpdate to scoring options this year\nPause for questions – if they’re quick\, we answer. Otherwise\, parking lot until the end.\n\nPart 2 (50 minutes) \n\nCase studies: Using the contents from the Accreditation Volunteer Course Part II\, the group will join breakout rooms to talk through situations/scenarios/cases to practice for the summer.\n\nPart 3 (10 minutes-ish) \n\nWe’ll rejoin the main room to report out questions\, revelations\, reminders\, etc. that came out of these breakouts.\n\nClick here to register!\nQuestions\, reach out to Haillie Mousseau\, Accreditation & Volunteer Coordinator at haillie@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 100 \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/accreditation-volunteers-huddle-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
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:20250425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat 4/25
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!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-4-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
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SUMMARY:Aquatics Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:Aquatic Risk Management for Camp Pools and Waterfronts\nDr. Rachel Griffiths and Dr. Tom Griffiths of the Aquatic Safety Research Group\, LLC are proud to offer a unique program for ACA members. This 3-hour\, fast paced seminar offers a variety of Proactive Prevention Strategies from numerous sources to make aquatic activities at campgrounds safer and more enjoyable. Suggestions for improved lifeguard surveillance as well as more efficient Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) will be offered. Safer design considerations will also be discussed. Best practices developed through hundreds of inspections of pools and waterfronts around the globe will be presented. The strategies offered will be practical\, effective\, and affordable. \nAbout the Instructors\n \nDr. Rachel Griffiths is the director of research and education for Aquatic Safety Research Group. She is also the President of Note and Float Life Jacket Fund\, which donates life jackets to aquatic facilities implementing the Note & Float program. Rachel conducts research and publishes water safety articles\, teaches Aquatic Risk Management seminars\, and has conducted inspections and written reports for a myriad of aquatic facility audits throughout the country. She is a recipient of the Aquatics International Power 25 Award. Rachel authored the 3rd edition of The Complete Swimming Pool Reference.  She received a Doctorate Degree in Public Health from Loma Linda University \n  \n \nDr. Tom Griffiths is the President and Founder of Aquatic Safety Research Group. Recognized as an international leader in water safety\, he has spent 38 years teaching\, coaching and managing aquatics at three major universities. Griffiths has produced videos\, textbooks\, articles\, and presentations in various areas of aquatics focusing his efforts on safety. He has also conducted hundreds of aquatic facility and beach inspections across the nation and abroad and teaches full day Aquatic Risk Management seminars. Perhaps his most significant contributions are the Five Minute Scanning Strategy©\, Griff’s Guard Stations©\, Disappearing Dummies\, his research on Shallow Water Blackout\, and the National Note & Float program. In 2024\, he released his memoir Dr. Tom’s Lifeguard Chronicles and lifeguard detection app Dr. Tom’s Lifeguard Vision. He has been an aquatic safety expert for more than 40 years and shares his knowledge\, expertise\, and experience worldwide\, including appearances on 60 Minutes Australia\, Inside Edition\, NPR\, and many other TV and radio programs. He received his Doctorate Degree in Educational Administration from the University of Maryland. \nRegistration Information\nWhen: Monday\, April 28 from 10:00am to 1:00pm (eastern) \nWhere: Online. Participants will receive a Zoom link no later than 24-hours prior to the start of the event \nCost: $85 for members; $105 for non-Members \nClick here to register.\nThis session will be recorded. Access to the recording is included with registration.  \nRegistration is non-refundable but may be transferred to another person from your organization. \nQuestions: Reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/aquatics-risk-management/
LOCATION:Zoom
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:20250430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T150230Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to MESH (+) Seal: Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to the MESH (+) Seal:\nDuring this webinar attendees will identify the challenges facing the industry. At a time when young people and adults are all longing to be seen\, feel heard\, and sense authentic connection\, ACH is providing education to elevate care for healthier communities and the MESH (+) Seal will help your program reach that goal. \nMESH (+) is a framework that strives to create intentional communities by integrating mental\, emotional and social health into the personal and collective camp experiences. MESH (+) does this through providing resources and evidence-based models to camps for evaluation of activities (or ‘values’) in four key pillars (program\, training\, screening and medical). \nJoin us so you can identify opportunities to become a part of the #MovementOfCare and to create and #EcosytemOfWellBeing in a meaningful way through current best practice. \nThis is a free virtual info session for camps who are interested in learning more about the MESH (+) Seal before the application portal opens in the Fall. \nJoin ACA\, New England and the Alliance for Camp Health on April 30 at 10:00am to explore how the MESH (+) Seal is helping leaders elevate care by weaving mental\, emotional\, and social health into every part of camp life. \nClick Here to Register \nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/mesh-seal-info-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
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:20250502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
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SUMMARY:Counseling Skills for a New Age
DESCRIPTION:Join veteran staff trainer\, longtime camp cheerleader and friend\, and 2025 New England Camp Conference Keynote Speaker Bob Ditter\, who has agreed to step out of his camp retirement to lead an exciting and powerful in-person day of staff training for Directors and Head Staff. \nThis experiential workshop is loaded with practical tips and activities to help you prepare your staff to give your kids the best summer ever. You will walk away with basic counseling skills and how to impart them to your staff in fun\, exciting\, and memorable ways. \nBy the end of the day\, you will know: \n\nThe 5 mistakes most adults make with children\nHow to help staff develop buy-in with their campers\nThe 3 levels of discipline\nHow to set limits and boundaries\, and what the difference is\nHow to deal with anxiety and panic attacks\nDe-escalation strategies\nHow to help co-counselors work better together\n\nand more! \nThis will be an action packed\, highly informative day. \nAbout the Presenter\n \nBob Ditter is a highly respected child\, adolescent and family therapist in Boston who has worked nationally and internationally with people who work with children. Since 1982 Bob has conducted staff and leadership training at over 600 camps throughout the United States and Canada. \nBob Ditter has written some of the best-loved and most influential camp leadership texts on the planet\, including Summer Camp Rules\, Next Generation Camp Leadership\, Camp Matters – By the Experts\, and In the Trenches. His articles in Camping Magazine\, which span from 1986 to 2021\, were some of the most popular and widely read among camp professionals everywhere. \nBob has been quoted in The New York Times\, The Ladies Home Journal\, Parent Magazine\, USA Today and The Boston Globe\, to name a few. Sports Illustrated called him “camping’s most articulate spokesperson.” He has also appeared on the NBC Today Show\, Good Morning America and the ABC Evening News. He served as consultant to America’s Camp\, the camp for the children whose parents were killed in the planes and Twin Towers in 2001. Bob retired from his camp related work in 2020 to focus on his psychotherapy practice. \n  \nBob Ditter\, Lisa Fortenberry\, and Chris Burke at the 2025 NECC Keynote fire-side chat \nRegistration Information\nWhen: Friday\, May 2\, 2025. Check-in/networking opens at 9:30am. The event runs from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Lunch is provided. \nWhere: Summer’s Edge at Camp Thoreau\, 275 Forest Ridge Road\, Concord MA\, 01742 \nCost:\nFor members: $110 for your first attendee\, $90 for each additional attendee \nFor non-members: $140 for your first attendee\, $120 for each additional attendee \nClick here to register. \nIf registration is closed\, we can likely still accommodate you – please send an email to gillian@acanewengland.org \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. \nSend multiple people from your camp to save! \nParticipants will earn 4.5 CECs \nFor more information\, reach out to Gillian\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at ACA\, New England\, at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/counseling-skills-for-a-new-age/
LOCATION:Summer’s Edge at Camp Thoreau\, 275 Forest Ridge Road\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T143000
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SUMMARY:Think Like an OT: Using Occupational Therapy to Support Camp Staff
DESCRIPTION:Your staff need support! \nDo you ever find yourself repeatedly asking your staff to set up their programming? To use common sense with their campers? To follow the protocols you so carefully explained during staff training? Do you find yourself wishing your staff would just DO something? \nIf so\, this training is for you. \nGenerations Z and Alpha report higher rates of anxiety than previous generations\, especially at work. They also approach their work from a different perspective than Millennials and Gen X. Both of these factors can create conflict throughout the summer. Conflict\, in turn\, increases staff’s anxiety and activates the stress response system. \nWhen the stress response system is activated for too long\, it can shut down parts of the brain responsible for executive functioning\, creativity\, and problem solving… all important skills for doing well at camp! \nOf course they’re struggling to do their jobs; parts of their brains are switched off! How do we switch their brains back on? \nSupervisors need to start providing support for staff’s nervous systems. \nUsing evidence-based occupational therapy techniques\, this workshop teaches supervisors and organizational leadership how to support their staff’s nervous systems and bring out the best in them\, all summer long. Participants will learn how the stress response system works\, how it uniquely impacts this summer’s staff\, and will begin to make an action plan for how to maintain support for their staff throughout the summer. \nMeet the Instructor\n \nHi\, I’m Haley Pogachefsky\, OTD\, OTR/L \nAs a longtime camper and staff member at Hidden Valley Camp\, I am a strong believer in the powerful development that happens for kids and young adult staff in a summer camp setting. As I entered into my graduate degree in occupational therapy in 2021\, I saw changes in how staff were engaging with their camp experience. I was curious to learn more. \nI believe thinking like an occupational therapist is a superpower. As my OT doctoral research\, I developed a series of workshops to help camp employers and supervisors think like OTs to support their young adult staff’s critical thinking\, well-being\, and professional development throughout the summer. This project has evolved to become Hummingbird OT Solutions\, providing workshops\, staff trainings\, and direct one-to-one OT services. \nOutside of my work as an occupational therapist\, I love playing with my dog\, singing\, and exploring the beautiful state of Maine\, where I live with my husband (who I met at camp!) \nRegistration Information\nWhen: Monday\, May 5\, 2025 from 1:00 to 2:30pm (eastern) \nWhere: Online. Participants will receive a Zoom link no later than 24 hours prior to the event \nCost: $10 for Members\, $15 for non-Members \nClick here to register\nThis session WILL NOT be recorded\, so please plan to join us live! \nRegistrations are non-refundable but may be transferred to another person from your organization. \nQuestions: Reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/think-like-an-ot/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
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SUMMARY:Hot Topics w/ EPIC 5/5
DESCRIPTION:Throughout 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. \nGot 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. \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-5-5/
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:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250415T154509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T135904Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat 5/9
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!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-5-9/
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:20250513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250314T160314Z
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SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop 5/13/25
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! \nA team of experienced directors and consultants will lead workshops and provide invaluable materials and hands-on training scenarios. \nCome prepared to fill your brain and notebook with lots of useful information. \nCost: $105 for members\, $125 for non-members. \nWhere: Cedar Hill Day Camp – Waltham\, MA \nLunch is included with registration (more details to come). \nClick here to register – NOTE: online registration will close on Monday\, May 12. We can likely accommodate walk-in registrations – please email Gillian Gold (gillian@acanewengland.org) if you plan to attend and register on-site. \nThis course meets the minimum MA DPH regulatory training requirements for a Camp Director at a recreational camp for children (when combined with attendance at one of MA DPH’s annual spring educational training session for the Massachusetts Camping Association). \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 & .  held in conjunction with Massachusetts Camping Association in the Spring. \nThis is a live\, in-person training that will not be recorded. Massachusetts law requires participants to be in attendance for the full duration of the course in order to receive their certificate. \nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-camp-director-workshop-5-13-25/
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:20250514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250425T164015Z
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SUMMARY:What’s the Buzz on Supporting International Staff this Summer? (Members only e-discussion)
DESCRIPTION:FREE for and limited to ACA members!  \nAs you all prepare for the arrival of your international staff coming on a J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa\, we know there is some uncertainty about what to expect and how to best support your staff as they arrive and spend the summer at your camp. \nACA\, Inc. is hosting a Webinar\, Navigating Immigration Enforcement Operations (ICE) and Exchange Visitor Visas (J-1) This Summer\, from 2:00 – 3:45 PM ET on May 13 (FREE for ACA members) and we encourage you to attend if this topic is of interest to you/your camp. \nFollowing this ACA\, Inc. hosted session\, we want to give New England camp professionals an opportunity to come together and reflect and share on this topic as well (attendance at the 5/13 webinar is not required to attend this session). Join us from 10 am – 11 am ET on Wednesday\, May 14 for an open forum discussion around how you and your camp are preparing for your international staff this summer. During this time\, we hope folks will: \n\nReflect on anything you may have heard during ACA\, Inc. Webinar on May 13 (attendance at that session NOT REQUIRED to participate in this Buzz On session);\nHave an opportunity to ask each other questions and hear perspectives from other camps; and\nShare examples of what you/your camp have done or are planning to do leading up to summer 2025 as it relates to your international staff.\n\nACA\, New England staff will be there to guide/facilitate the conversation\, but this will be a participant-led discussion. Please come prepared to have your videos on\, ask questions\, and engage in dialogue with your peers. \nBecause this session is based on real-time dialogue\, it will not be recorded. Please plan to join us live. \nQuestions? Contact Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator\, ACA\, New England\, gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/whats-the-buzz-on-supporting-international-staff-this-summer-members-only-e-discussion/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,What's the Buzz
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250410T135417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T180652Z
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SUMMARY:Accreditation Volunteers Huddle
DESCRIPTION:New England Accreditation Volunteer Visitors\, this huddle is for you!\nCircle up with fellow visitors and accreditation staff. We’ll share news and updates\, plus takeaways from last year’s visits. Then\, share tips and tricks with each other to make your visits smooth and effective as you work with camp teams. \nNew England Visitor Huddle  \nPart 1 (30 minutes) \n\nWelcome/Introduction\nExpectations of a New England Visitor\nTips/tricks/reminders about the Visit (what to expect\, bring\, remember\, etc.)\nResources available and where they are\nUpdate to scoring options this year\nPause for questions – if they’re quick\, we answer. Otherwise\, parking lot until the end.\n\nPart 2 (50 minutes) \n\nCase studies: Using the contents from the Accreditation Volunteer Course Part II\, the group will join breakout rooms to talk through situations/scenarios/cases to practice for the summer.\n\nPart 3 (10 minutes-ish) \n\nWe’ll rejoin the main room to report out questions\, revelations\, reminders\, etc. that came out of these breakouts.\n\nThis beginning of this session will be recorded. New England Visitors may request access to the video in preparation for summer visits.  \nClick here to register!\nQuestions\, reach out to Haillie Mousseau\, Accreditation & Volunteer Coordinator at haillie@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 100 \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/accreditation-volunteers-huddle-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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:20250521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20241202T151625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T181018Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid (blended course)
DESCRIPTION:As of 4/30/25 we have reached our maximum capacity of 30 registered attendees for this course. Please email gillian@acanewengland.org if you’d like to be added to a wait list if a spot opens up. \nThis is an 8-hour education program that teaches participants 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: \n\nHow to assess a mental health crisis\nHow to select interventions and provide initial help\nHow to connect young people to professional\, peer\, and social support\, as well as self-help care.\n\nThe 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\, which must be completed by Friday\, May 16\nLive\, virtual course from 9:00am to 3:15pm on Wednesday\, May 21\n\nWhat will participants learn?\nParticipants learn 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 learn to support a youth developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness\, or who are 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-aged youth\, ages 8-18. \nParticipants do not learn to diagnose\, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling.  \nWho should take this course?\nThis course is designed for any adults who regularly interact with adolescents\, and who are either ACA\, New England members or who work at camps located in Western Massachusetts. \nWe are able to provide this course free of charge to ACA\, New England members thanks to a SAMHSA grant \nWho created this course?\nThe National Council for Mental Wellbeing was instrumental in bringing Mental Health First Aid to the United States. 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. \nInstructors through Mental Health First Aid: \n\nJoanne Dreher\nJameelah Bennett\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, May 21\, 2025\, 9:00 am – 3:15 pm (pre-work must be completed by Thursday\, May 15 to qualify for the in-person portion of this course). \nWhere: Online. Participants will receive a Zoom link no later than 24 hours prior to the program. \nCost: This course is FREE for ACA\, New England members and folks who work at camps in Western Massachusetts. \nRegistration Information: As of 4/30/25 we have reached our maximum capacity of 30 registered attendees for this course. Please email kerry@acanewengland.org if you’d like to be added to a wait list if a spot opens up. \n*Because this course results in a certification\, attendees must fully participate in the entire program.* \nA minimum of 10 and a maximum of 30 registered participants is required for the program to run. \nOnce you register through ACA\, New England\, additional communication about the course will come from the course instructors/the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. You will then 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. Registration will be open until May 7\, and all pre-work must be completed by Thursday\, May 15 to ensure you are qualified to attend the in-person component of the program. As of 4/30/25 we have reached our maximum capacity of 30 registered attendees for this course. Please email kerry@acanewengland.org if you’d like to be added to a wait list if a spot opens up. \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. \nQuestions: Reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/youth-mental-health-frist-aid/
LOCATION:Zoom
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:20250523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250415T155113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T140221Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat 5/23
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!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-5-23-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bud Copeland":MAILTO:bud@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250410T135413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T180626Z
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SUMMARY:Accreditation Volunteers Huddle
DESCRIPTION:New England Accreditation Volunteer Visitors\, this huddle is for you!\nCircle up with fellow visitors and accreditation staff. We’ll share news and updates\, plus takeaways from last year’s visits. Then\, share tips and tricks with each other to make your visits smooth and effective as you work with camp teams. \nPart 1 (30 minutes) \n\nWelcome/Introduction\nExpectations of a New England Visitor\nTips/tricks/reminders about the Visit (what to expect\, bring\, remember\, etc.)\nResources available and where they are\nUpdate to scoring options this year\nPause for questions – if they’re quick\, we answer. Otherwise\, parking lot until the end.\n\nPart 2 (50 minutes) \n\nCase studies: Using the contents from the Accreditation Volunteer Course Part II\, the group will join breakout rooms to talk through situations/scenarios/cases to practice for the summer.\n\nPart 3 (10 minutes-ish) \n\nWe’ll rejoin the main room to report out questions\, revelations\, reminders\, etc. that came out of these breakouts.\n\nThis beginning of this session will be recorded. New England Visitors may request access to the video in preparation for summer visits.  \nClick here to register!\nQuestions\, reach out to Haillie Mousseau\, Accreditation & Volunteer Coordinator at haillie@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 100 \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/accreditation-volunteers-huddle/
LOCATION:Zoom
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:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250903T140604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T170317Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Camp Chat is a bi-weekly space for informal\, yet purposeful\, 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 new connections\, and remind each other why there’s no place like camp! \nFor more information or to suggest a topic for a future Chat\, email bud@acanewengland.org  \nCoffee & Camp Chat is free and open to everyone in camping!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250530T132818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T201234Z
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SUMMARY:CampWell
DESCRIPTION:CampWell Level 2* Training\nCreating a culture of wellbeing at camp \n(Participation in Level 1 training IS NOT required for you to join Level 2) \n \n  \nThe CampWell training program aims to help all be well at camp and seeks to create consistent care across the spectrum of all summer learning spaces. Made by camp people\, for camp\, people\, CampWell is an interactive\, experiential\, multi-day training program that equips camp leaders to build a culture of well-being across every layer of their community. It is designed to help program directors and leaders identify\, understand\, cultivate\, and create a community of well-being at camp by shaping trainings and programs that incorporate the tools\, self-awareness\, and understanding needed to enhance the experience and safety for all. CampWell delivers immersive learning\, actionable tools\, and a multi-tiered framework that strengthens individual\, communal\, and organizational wellness. The course is a collaboration between the Alliance for Camp Health (ACH) and American Camp Association\, New England. Registration information and additional details are below. \nTo see the course outline\, CLICK HERE. \nUpon completion of the course\, participants will have the content and resources necessary to incorporate CampWell into future staff trainings. Participants earn a CampWell Certification and receive four essential resources to level up staff training: the CampWell Level Two Curriculum (narrative form)\, CampWell Roadmap of cited sources\, CampWell slide deck\, and the ACH MESH (+) Resource Guide — a $200 value\, all included with registration. \nWhen ACA\, New England offered this training in March 2024 it quickly reached capacity! This September 2025 offering may be the only time the training is offered in the region prior to summer 2026\, so don’t wait too long to register! \nThe CampWell project definition for wellbeing at camp: Wellbeing is characterized by physical\, mental\, social\, emotional\, environmental and/or spiritual health\, at the individual and organizational level. When all are well\, they participate fully and contribute in the ways they choose because they are safe\, supported\, and connected. \nThe full CampWell training will include a pre-conference Zoom session and two days of in-person sessions at Camp Wingate*Kirkland in Yarmouth Port\, MA. \nWho is this training for? Program directors and leaders who will incorporate the concepts\, skills\, and tools they learn into their camp’s staff training for frontline summer staff. We highly encourage and recommend camps send two representatives so you can work together to implement what you learn at your camp! \nWhen is the training? By registering\, you agree to commit to attend the following: \n\nThursday\, September 11\, 2025: 3 PM – 4 PM ET\, virtual pre-course Zoom session\nSunday\, September 14\, 3 PM – Monday\, September 15\, 2025\, 3 PM in-person at Camp Wingate*Kirkland\, 79 White Rock Rd\, Yarmouth Port\, MA 02675\n\nIf you’d like to arrive around 1PM\, a camp tour will be offered at 1:30 PM before CampWell officially begins at 3 PM.\n\n\n\nLodging:  \n\nShared bunks\, based on gender identity\, are included with the registration fees. Please bring your own linens. (If you have a special accommodation request\, email us and we’ll see if we can meet your needs)\nShould you prefer to stay off-site\, we have a courtesy block at the Aiden by Best Western for the night of Sunday\, September 14\, $139/night + tax\, payable directly by the participant (booking deadline: September 13\, an additional fee of $10/per person will be added to rooms with more than 2 occupants). Rooms can be booked here.\n\nThe course has a minimum requirement of 20 participants and maximum number of 40 participants to run. We highly encourage and recommend camps send two representatives. \nCost: \n\n1st attendee per camp: $350 ACA member/member camp; $399 non-member\n2nd attendee same camp/organization: $250 ACA member/member camp; $299 non-member\n\nRegistration includes three meals (dinner\, breakfast\, lunch)\, snacks\, and shared lodging in bunks. Participants need to bring their own linens unless other arrangements are made with the camp. \n**Note: while most ACA\, New England pricing is based on individual membership status\, registration pricing for CampWell is based on CAMP MEMBERSHIP STATUS. If your camp is ACA member\, please register yourself as such**\nClick here to register!\nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \nWhat are the levels of CampWell Trainings? \n\nLevel One: Frontline Summer Staff [Once you take Level Two\, you’ll have the resources to provide Level One training to your own camp staff!] – When staff feel safe supported\, connected\, and are experiencing camp\, participants have the ability to engage fully in the ways they choose.\nLevel Two: Program Directors\, Directors\, and Camp Leaders [This training will give you the resources and skills to adapt your camp’s staff training to build a stronger culture of well-being across camp. You do not have to participate in a level one to take this Level Two training.] – When camp leaders have participated in CampWell their staff will be safe\, supported\, connected\, and contributing.\nLevel Three: Executives\, Owners and Administrators – When owners and executives participate in CampWell they have the ability to foster a culture where all can be well at camp.\n\nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \n\nWhat people are saying about CampWell \nAs a pilot test site for CampWell\, Sonlight Camp took away a solid set of tools to enhance the work of creating a healthy camp community. We got affirmation of practices that are rooted in our culture\, and CampWell provided additional tools and language to address the growing mental\, emotional and social health issues that we see in campers and staff members.  Rocky Mountain has a unique opportunity this fall to engage in the work of ACH and be intentional about creating communities of well-being.  – Mary Marugg\, RN\, WFR-Founding Director / Interim Director Sonlight Camp \nWe can prove with our 90% retention of staff that they feel well taken care of here. Our staff feel safe\, supported\, and connected. Without CampWell\, our staff would quit. They were leaving and not coming back\, and now they’re here.  – Camp Behavioral Health Specialist (LCSW) \nWhat we liked about CampWell is that it wasn’t a reaction to the mental health challenges\, it was a holistic approach to well-being. It offered a path forward where we felt like we could build skills to actually prevent challenges from happening and give our staff and participants some resilience and skills in order to help them face challenging times.  – Camp executive who has been part of the CampWell program for two years \n___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nWhy Send Two? \nCampWell invites organizations to consider sending at least two individuals to maximize potential for impact. Investing in collaborative implementation not only demonstrates your organization’s commitment to the CampWell principles\, it increases knowledge retention\, reduces single points of failure\, and encourages collaborative problem-solving and broader acceptance of cultural change within your organization. Training more than one staff member improves the likelihood of maintaining and sustaining well-being practices if/when your program experiences changes in staffing. \n___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAbout the Instructors\nJohn Hamilton\, MA – John is a strategic leader in the camp and out-of-school time (OST) space. He currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer for the Alliance for Camp Health. John has a deep understanding of mental\, emotional\, and social health (MESH +) of youth and national program expansion. Prior to ACH he served as the national director for Camp HOPE America. John has an MA in Leadership and Cultural Justice\, is the founder of the Outdoor Wellbeing Lab\, and is a former executive director of a camp near Lake Tahoe. \n  \n \nEmo Castle is a dedicated nurse with over 30 years of experience\, specializing in pediatric emergency medicine and camp health. As the Nursing Advisor for SeriousFun Children’s Network\, she supports medical teams globally. Emo also serves as a board member for the Alliance for Camp Health helping to provide clinical resources for camps and youth programs. She is dedicated to youth mental well-being and is an active Mental Health First Aid instructor. When not working\, Emo enjoys outdoor activities with her two teenagers\, husband\, and dog. \n  \n\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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/campwell/
LOCATION:Camp Wingate*Kirkland\, 79 White Rock Rd\, Yarmouth Port\, MA\, 02675
CATEGORIES:Training,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250627T155659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T203751Z
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SUMMARY:New Hampshire Camp Tours 2025
DESCRIPTION:Online Registration for this event is now CLOSED. Should you wish to join us\, please email kerry@acanewengland.org to see if we can accommodate you.\nACA\, New England is excited to offer two days of in-person camp tours in New Hampshire this Fall\, 2025! \nJoin us for one or both days to explore the properties and facilities at: \n\nTuesday\, September 16: Camp YJ (overnight camp) (this is a last-minute change) & YMCA Camp Sargent (day camp)\nWednesday\, September 17: Overnight Camps – Camp Glen Brook & Camp Takodah\n\nAfter a busy summer\, this is a great opportunity to slow down\, reconnect with your peers and make new connections\, all while touring beautiful camp properties to learn more about their programming and operational strategies. Each day of touring will include small-group discussions about programming\, facility use\, sustainability and environmental impacts\, or anything else that comes up throughout the day. And\, join us on Tuesday evening for happy hour at Lost Cowboy Brewing to continue the networking and connection! \nWhen & Where:\nTuesday\, September 16\, 10:00am – 3:45pm (20-minute drive between camps)\n\nCamp YJ (Amherst\, NH)\nYMCA Camp Sargent (Merrimack\, NH)\nHappy Hour  at Lost Cowboy Brewing\, 4:00 – 5:30pm\n\nWednesday\, September 17\, 9:30am – 3:15pm (30-minute drive between camps)\n\nCamp Glen Brook (Marlborough\, NH)\nCamp Takodah (Richmond\, NH)\n\nCost\, 1-day/2-day:\n\nMember: $70/$125\nNon-member: $95/$170\n\nLunch and happy hour snacks are included in registration. Travel is not included. \nWe have a block of rooms secured at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Keene at a rate of $168/night plus tax. Click here\, or call the hotel directly at 603-354-7900 and use the group name “ACA\, New England\,” to book one of these rooms [Cutoff date for group booking is 9/1.]. \nRegistrations are non-refundable but may be transferred to another eligible individual from your organization prior to the start of the event. \nThank you to IENA for their generous sponsorship of this event!\nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-hampshire-camp-tours-2025/
LOCATION:New Hampshire
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:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20240808T160531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T125540Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid - Blended Learning
DESCRIPTION:Youth Mental Health First Aid\nCollaborative for Educational Services (CES) offers free Youth Mental Health First Aid – Blended Learning opportunities throughout the year. \nYouth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents\, family members\, caregivers\, teachers\, school staff\, peers\, neighbors\, health and human services workers\, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth\, reviews typical adolescent development\, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety\, depression\, substance use\, disorders in which psychosis may occur\, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD)\, and eating disorders. \nCES has invited ACA\, New England to share these classes with our members. Participants will complete 2 hours of self-paced online work in advance of the class\, followed by a 6.5 hour group online class that will be held live online. \nThere are courses planned on the following dates with the live\, online class being from 9:00 am – 3:15 pm: \n\nSeptember 26\n\nFor more information and to sign up\, visit here. \nPre-registration is required at least a week in advance to ensure you have time to complete the required pre-work before the live session. \nParticipants will need to be present for the full live\, online course with cameras and microphones on to receive credit for the training.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/youth-mental-health-first-aid-blended-learning-2025-09-26/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Training - Non-ACA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250903T140604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T195256Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Camp Chat is a bi-weekly space for informal\, yet purposeful\, 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 new connections\, and remind each other why there’s no place like camp! \nFor more information or to suggest a topic for a future Chat\, email bud@acanewengland.org  \nCoffee & Camp Chat is free and open to everyone in camping!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250918T142528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T155205Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to MESH (+) Seal: Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to the MESH (+) Seal:\nAt a time when young people and adults are all longing to be seen\, feel heard\, and sense authentic connection\, ACH is exploring the best ways to elevate care for healthier communities. Your desire to obtain the MESH(+) Seal helps us reach that goal by creating an opportunity to examine your program through a comprehensive well-being lens. \nThe MESH(+) Seal program recognizes camps and programs that intentionally evaluate and integrate Mental\, Emotional\, and Social Health(+) throughout their operations. MESH(+) Seal programs consciously incorporate practices and strategies that enhance mental health\, emotional resilience\, social development\, and overall well-being in meaningful ways. \nMESH (+) is a framework that strives to create intentional communities by integrating mental\, emotional and social health into the personal and collective camp experiences. MESH (+) does this through providing resources and evidence-based models to camps for evaluation of activities (or ‘values’) in four key pillars (program\, training\, screening and medical). \nThe MESH(+) Seal application process serves as a valuable analysis and reflection framework as you develop your program’s comprehensive approach to camper and staff well-being. Join us so you can identify opportunities to become a part of the #MovementOfCare and to create and #EcosytemOfWellBeing in a meaningful way through current best practice. \nThis is a free virtual info session for camps who are interested in learning more about the MESH (+) Seal before applying. The submission window for applications is October 1\, 2025 to March 1\, 2026. \nJoin ACA\, New England and the Alliance for Camp Health on October 8 at 2:00pm ET to explore how the MESH (+) Seal is helping leaders elevate care by weaving mental\, emotional\, and social health into every part of camp life. \nClick Here to Register \nFor questions about the info session\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \nFor questions about the MESH(+) Seal\, reach out to Nikki Alvarado-Hobbs\, Program Director at Alliance for Camp Health\, at nikki@allianceforcamphealth.org \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/introduction-to-mesh-seal-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
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:20251009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250918T194910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T194910Z
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SUMMARY:Camp Season Rewind & Fast Forward
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/camp-season-rewind-fast-forward/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250903T140604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T122735Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Camp Chat is a bi-weekly space for informal\, yet purposeful\, 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 new connections\, and remind each other why there’s no place like camp! \nFOR FRIDAY 10/10: As always\, C&CC will be open to any/all questions\, topics\, musings\, etc. around camp. However\, we’re going to start Friday with highs from the summer. I want folks to show up prepared to share a moment\, person\, program\, night\, meal\, etc. from this summer that you’d consider a “high”. It’s something you can build upon\, or it’s the culmination of hard work\, or it’s simply the thing that will keep you coming back for more camp. See you Friday! \nCoffee & Camp Chat is free and open to everyone in camping!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-2025-10-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250804T162312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T174153Z
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SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: Operationalizing DEI at Your Camp
DESCRIPTION:Has your camp been talking about or been doing preliminary work around belonging\, diversity\, inclusion (and similar concepts that may go by a variety of terms)?\nAre you ready to take this work to the next level? If so\, join ACA\, New England and OAAARS for a year-long exploration into how to more deeply operationalize DEIB at your camp. This Resource Community will be a cohort model with monthly meetings from October to May. \nSimone Gamble and their colleagues from OAAARS will ask you to identify a specific project to work on and using accountable structure and intersectional lens\, they will guide you through a year of reflection and action. \nThis series is designed to be an interactive\, live\, discussion-based opportunity for you to grow your camp’s skills in this area while being guided by strong facilitators. This is a 201\, intermediate-level offering.  \nThe series will consist of two in-person sessions\, 6 Zoom sessions\, one informal in-person meet-up at the New England Camp Conference\, and a presentation opportunity during an e-session hosted by ACANE in early May. Sessions will not be recorded. \nMeeting Schedule\n\nOctober 21\, 2025: Zoom session\, 10 am – 11:30 am\nNovember 18\, 2025: In-person session\, 10 am – 2 pm – ACA\, New England office\, Lexington\, MA\nDecember 16\, 2025: Hybrid session\, 10 am – 2 pm (In-Person preferred) – ACA\, New England Office\, Lexington\, MA – OR – Zoom\nJanuary 20\, 2026: Zoom session\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nFebruary 24\, 2026: Zoom session\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nMarch 17\, 2026: Zoom session\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nMarch 26 or 27\, 2026: In person meet-up at the ACANE Conference\, Manchester\, NH – exact day & time TBD\nApril 14\, 2026: Zoom session\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nWeek of May 5\, dates/times TBD: Project e-presentation opportunity\nMay 12\, 2026: Zoom session\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am\n\nParticipants will receive 16 CECs for their participation in this program. \nSeries registration comes with one hour of complimentary one-on-one coaching with an OAAARS Consultant (a $200 value). \nThis series has a minimum of 12 and a maximum capacity of 24 participants. \nCost: $329 for ACA members/ $379 for non-members \nWe never want cost to be a barrier to you getting the professional development you need. Please reach out to kerry@acanewengland.org to discuss financial assistance opportunities. We are happy to help! \nREGISTER HERE!\nRegistration is for an individual\, for the full series and is non-refundable. Registration may be transferred to another eligible individual from your camp/organization before the series begins. \n\nAbout the Moderator: \nSimone Gamble is a NYC-based community organizer\, educator\, and social impact entrepreneur with deep roots in the South Bronx. A graduate of Hunter College and the Silberman School of Social Work\, Simone’s work centers on social justice\, youth empowerment\, and creating safer\, more equitable spaces. They have led workshops and trainings across the country for nonprofits\, schools\, and after-school programs\, focusing on intersectional\, anti-oppressive practices. \nWith over a decade of experience in the camping world—from counselor to Assistant Camp Director —Simone now consults with camps nationwide on aligning their practices with Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Justice (DEIJ) values. \nThey are the founder of OAAARS\, a growing network of 90+ BIPOC consultants who bring expertise in organizing\, art\, education\, and advocacy to support transformative change in workplaces and communities. \n\nAbout OAAARS: \nOAAARS is a BIPOC consultancy that leads social justice centered trainings and education to support organizations looking to create safer and equitable workplaces while also cultivating agents of change in the workplace and beyond.  \n\nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/resource-community-series-operationalizing-dei-at-your-camp/
LOCATION:ACA New England Office\, 80 Westview St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250903T140604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T142634Z
UID:14399-1761300000-1761303600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Camp Chat is a bi-weekly space for informal\, yet purposeful\, 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 new connections\, and remind each other why there’s no place like camp! \nFor more information or to suggest a topic for a future Chat\, email bud@acanewengland.org  \nCoffee & Camp Chat is free and open to everyone in camping!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-2025-10-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250723T210341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T142637Z
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SUMMARY:Building an Outstanding CIT Program!
DESCRIPTION:This course is now FULL\nIf you’d like to be added to a waitlist\, please email gillian@acanewengland.org\n  \nCome spend the day evaluating your CIT program!\nFall is the perfect time to give this invaluable program the attention it needs each year. This workshop will include guidance on how to evaluate and reimagine your program. We all know how important our leadership training is and how it plays a major role in hiring in the future.  Bring your curriculum\, program and experiences to share and let’s get to work together. \nToo often\, we neglect to give this program the time and consideration it deserves. It is essential that camps do not overlook the importance of building and maintaining a strong CIT Program\, as our best staff is there\, in camp\, in the making. Most importantly\, the CIT participants need to experience and feel their summer experience is one of professional and personal growth and that being a camp counselor is an important step into their future endeavors. You will walk away with a more clear direction and solid program for summer 2026. \nThis workshop is for the most beginner to experienced CIT Director/Camp Director/Camp Professional. \nWhat will you go home with by the end of the day: \n\nHow to thoughtfully evaluate your own CIT Program.\nHow to develop specific tools to build a stronger CIT Training Program.\nHow to identify and retain young leaders as high performing future staff members.\n\nJoin seasoned camp professional\, Whit Ryan\, for a hands-on day of reflection and action! \nClick here to register!\nAbout the Instructor\nWhit Ryan has more than 35 years of experience in camping. She has served as Director of Staff Recruitment and Leadership Training at Wyonegonic Camps in Maine. Previously\, Whit was a senior staff member at Alford Lake Camp\, ME and director of Waukeela Camp\, NH. As a career educator and founder and owner of Clearview Life Coaching\, Whit focuses on working with schools and individuals to build stronger citizens and communities. She has extensive experience in building leadership training programs that will produce lasting benefits for camps. Whit has presented at both ACA National and New England conferences and the ACA Staffing Summit. \nInfo & Details\nWhen: Friday\, October 24 from 10:00am to 3:00pm \nWhere: ACA\, New England Office – 80 Westview Street\, Lexington\, MA 02421 \nCost: $85 for Members; $115 for non-Members \nPlease come prepared with any and all materials you will need for the day. If you are using a laptop/tablet\, please be sure to bring a charger. Dressing in light-layers is recommended as temperatures may fluctuate. \nLight snacks and lunch will be provided. \nRegistration is non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible member of your organization. \nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/building-an-outstanding-cit-program/
LOCATION:ACA New England Office\, 80 Westview St\, Lexington\, MA\, 02421
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:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250918T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T125129Z
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SUMMARY:Reflecting on 2025 to Prepare for 2026 (A Chalmers Camp Insurance e-session)
DESCRIPTION:Most camps have had a chance to look back on the summer—and many are already deep into planning for 2026. But as teams settle back into the day-to-day rhythm of the off-season—staff hiring\, camper registration\, and marketing—some of those great reflections and ideas from 2025 can get pushed aside. This webinar is a chance to bring those insights back to the forefront. We’ll revisit key themes from the past season that camp leaders should keep top of mind as they shape the year ahead. \n*This program is offered by Chalmers Camp Insurance as part of their partnership with ACA\, New England.*
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/camp-season-rewind-fast-forward-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250903T140604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T182416Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Camp Chat
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Camp Chat is a bi-weekly space for informal\, yet purposeful\, 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 new connections\, and remind each other why there’s no place like camp! \nFor more information or to suggest a topic for a future Chat\, email bud@acanewengland.org  \nCoffee & Camp Chat is free and open to everyone in camping!
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/coffee-camp-chat-2025-11-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Coffee & Camp Chat
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T190240
CREATED:20250804T201136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T163651Z
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SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: Mid-Career Camp Leaders (register to join starting in November)
DESCRIPTION:While the first session of the group already happened in October\, we are able to accept additional registrants to the group prior to the November 7 in-person meeting\, if you are still interested in joining us!\nA 201\, intermediate level offering \nFor camp professionals who have been in director/leadership roles for 3-7 years and are looking to deepen and further develop their experiences\, skills\, and networks in the camping industry. If you have fewer than 3 summers of leadership experience\, but feel that this group fits your level\, reach out and let’s chat! \nBuilding community with colleagues from a variety of camps throughout New England is an important part of staying connected in our industry. As you take on increasing responsibilities in your role\, advance your skills and expertise\, and look to deepen your professional networks\, we invite you to join this cohort of like-minded colleagues. Join us for a series of monthly facilitated discussions (October to May) where you’ll have the opportunity to share ideas and resources\, get feedback\, troubleshoot challenges\, and explore opportunities in a safe and professional space. \nTopics will be flexible based on the group’s needs/interests\, but may include: \n\nYour personal mission and staying invested in camp\nGrowing your camp\nCounselor hiring and retention\nSetting your camp culture\nBuilding a team you trust with the expertise you need\nIndustry trends\n\nMark Lipof\, Director/Co-Owner of Camp Micah with over 40 years of camping experience\, will facilitate the sessions. His role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, offer observations and insights\, all while keeping the conversation and session flow going! \n(Both day and resident camp directors are welcome! As this cohort will be limited to 24 participants\, we can only accommodate one director per camp at this time.) \nThis series is not designed to be a how-to\, but an interactive discussion-based opportunity for directors looking to build their professional network and resource sharing as leaders. Sessions will not be recorded. For 2025-26\, there will be two sessions in-person (one local to Lexington\, MA and one at the New England Camp Conference in Manchester\, NH)\, one hybrid session\, and six Zoom sessions. \nMeeting Schedule\n\nFriday\, October 17\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nFriday\, November 7\, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – In-person at ACA\, New England\, 80 Westview Street\, Lexington\, MA\nFriday\, December 5\, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – In-Person preferred\, ACA\, New England Office\, Lexington\, MA – OR – Zoom\nFriday\, January 9\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nFriday\, February 6\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nFriday\, March 6\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nFriday\, March 26/27\, In-Person during ACA New England Camp Conference in Manchester\, NH (60-minutes\, exact day & time TBD)\nFriday\, April 10\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nFriday\, May 8\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\n\nParticipants will receive 15 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for their full participation. \nTrying to decide if this is a good fit for you? We’d say yes if you can prioritize and commit to attending the full series of sessions\, have been in a director-level role for 3-7 summers\, and your job responsibilities include key leadership functions such as overseeing staff teams (including HR functions and training); establishing policies for your camp/organization; setting and managing a budget; and being involved with strategic business decisions for your camp/organization. \nCost: $279 for ACA members/ $329 for non-members \nWe never want cost to be a barrier to you getting the professional development you need. Please reach out to kerry@acanewengland.org to discuss financial assistance opportunities. We are happy to help! \nREGISTER HERE! \nMinimum of 10 participants\, maximum of 24 participants for program to run. \nRegistration is for an individual\, for the full series and is non-refundable. Registration may be transferred to another individual from your camp/organization before the series begins. \n\nAbout the Moderator: \nMark Lipof\, LICSW \nWith over 40 years of camping experience as a camper\, counselor\, head counselor and camp administrator\, Mark Lipof is now the Co-Owner and Founding Director of Camp Micah. \nMark graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and earned a High School teacher certification. He then graduated from the Boston College Graduate School of Social Work with an MSW and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. \nMark’s experience with youth is extensive and includes evaluation and counseling of at-risk youth and residential camp experience at most administrative levels. From 1990 – 2005\, Mark held many positions at Temple Ohabei Shalom in Brookline\, MA\, including Synagogue Administrator\, Counselor\, and Youth Director. In 1995\, he became the founding Director of the Ansin Religious School of Ohabei Shalom. Mark currently serves on the Board of Directors of Maine Summer Camps and is a member of Maine Camp Experience and ACA\, New England. He takes pride in the culture of acceptance and the importance of building resilience in campers at Micah. \n\nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \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.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/resource-community-series-mid-career-camp-leaders/
LOCATION:ACA\, New England/Zoom (depending on session)
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
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