BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//American Camp Association New England - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:American Camp Association New England
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.acanewengland.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for American Camp Association New England
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20210314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20211107T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20220313T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20221106T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20241022T143351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T152009Z
UID:12497-1736411400-1736438400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid (virtual with pre-work due by 1/6)
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid \n(VIRTUAL COURSE: Self-paced pre-work and live virtual course) \nMental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing that is designed to give you key skills to help an adult who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Whether you’re looking to support a colleague\, your camp counselors\, family and friends\, or other members of your community…this virtual course is for you. \nThis course is offered in a two-part format and both components must be completed to earn your certification: \n\n2 hours of virtual self-paced pre-work must be completed by Monday\, January 6 (the instructor must verify completion for you to be eligible to join the live portion of the course)\nLive\, instructor-led virtual course from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm on Thursday\, January 9 (You must be fully present with the ability to have a camera and microphone on throughout the course. There will be a lunch break built in to the schedule.)\n\nWhat will participants learn? MHFA Certification teaches participants to identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges among adults. You will learn: common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges; how to interact with a person in crisis how to connect a person with help and resources; ways to support a person thinking about suicide. \nParticipants do not learn to diagnose\, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling – rather\, participants learn to support an individual developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan. \nWho should take this course? The course is designed for anyone 18-years of age or older who would like to add to their toolbox for supporting folks with mental health concerns. This would be great for camp leaders to provide support to their adult staff members. This is a standalone certification\, but if you’re already certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid\, this complements that as well. \nAbout the instructor: \nEmily Golinksy\, is the Founder of Bright Moose\, LLC\, which provides training\, coaching\, consultation and professional development to camps\, organizations and individuals guided by the motto “Help Others Shine Bright!” Her professional background includes over two decades of year-round and summer camp leadership in both day and residential environments for children in crisis\, special needs youth\, and traditional campers\, including 15 years as Executive Director at Camp Starfish (NH). Emily is a regular presenter at conferences and is active in ACA\, New England\, where she is a Lead Visitor\, conference committee member\, and member of the Faculty for the New Camp Directors Workshop. Emily is on the Board of Directors for NHCamps and is a contributor to Camping Magazine\, ParentingNH\, the Project Real Job Blog\, and the Day Camp Pod. She holds a BS in Health Psychology and an MS in Camp Administration and Leadership. She is also an education advocate for youth with special needs and a certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Emily’s sense of humor and genuine warm connection to individuals comes through in her facilitation style. Fair warning: she is an avid collector of terribly awesome puns. \n*Because this course results in a certification\, attendees must fully participate in the entire program.* \nSpace is limited to 15 participants\, so register early!  \nWhen: Thursday\, January 9\, 2025\, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm via Zoom (Self-paced online pre-work must be completed by Monday\, January 6 for participants to qualify to join the live virtual portion of the course.) \nWhere: Via Zoom. A link will be sent prior to the start of the course. Please note: participants must be able to participate with cameras and mics (as needed) turned on in order to receive a completion certificate. \nCost: $85 for ACA\, New England members/ $110 for non-members.  \nRegister: Click here. You will register through ACA\, New England\, but additional communication about the course and how to complete the pre-work will come from the course instructor/ the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual no later than January 2 (to ensure enough time to complete the pre-work). \nA minimum of 6 participants is required for the program to run. \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. If the course is full or you are interested\, but not available on this date\, please contact Kerry. If there is interest\, we may offer additional courses.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-virtual-with-pre-work-due-by-1-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training,Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Mental-Health-First-Aid-e1699984854298.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20240822T161849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T145253Z
UID:12252-1732183200-1733052600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: Independent Overnight 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 owner/director/leader of an independent\, for-profit overnight camp? This group is for those who have been leading camps and are looking to continue to grow in their knowledge\, take their camps to the next level\, and gain support. Join this group to intentionally explore and discuss topics specific to independent overnight camps with colleagues who are asking the same questions as you. \nWhile discussions will be led/guided by group needs\, possible topics include: \n\nBudgeting and finances\,\nMaintenance planning\,\nRisk management\,\nMarketing and camper recruitment\,\nHuman resources (policies\, staffing\, benefits)\,\nIncreasing non-tuition revenue\,\nCulture and traditions\,\nOther topics at the discretion of group members\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. Nick Teich\, PhD\, LCSW\, overnight camp founder and former director\, and owner of Fairwinds Camp Consulting\, will moderate the group. (More of Nick’s bio is here.) His role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, and offer observations and insights from his work with many independent camps and as a former camp director\, 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 independent overnight camp leaders looking to build their network and grow their skills. Sessions will not be recorded. There will be two sessions in-person (one with a hybrid option)\, an informal meet-up at the New England Camp Conference in Manchester\, NH)\, and six Zoom sessions. The schedule is as follows: \n\nThursday\, October 17: In-person kick-off at ACANE offices\, 10 am – 1 pm [if in-person is a barrier to your participation\, reach out and let’s chat. We can likely offer a Zoom option.]\nThursday\, November 21: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nThursday\, December 12: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nThursday\, January 16: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nThursday\, February 13: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nThursday\, March 20: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nMarch 27 – 28\, day/time TBD: Informal 60-minute group meet-up at New England Camp Conference for those who are there\nThursday\, April 17: Hybrid with option to come to ACANE or join via Zoom (moderator to be in-person)\, 10 am – 1 pm\nThursday\, May 8: Zoom\, 10 – 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/members; $319/non-members \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 \n \nDr. Nick Teich is the founder and was the longtime director of an overnight camp in New Hampshire. He is now an executive coach for camp directors\, helping them with their camp’s unique needs and goals\, through his business\, Fairwinds Camp Consulting. Nick is on the ACA\, New England Board of Directors and is a 2024 recipient of ACA\, New England’s Peter Kerns Award for the Advancement of Professional. He is a trained social worker and holds a doctorate in social policy. Nick lives in the Boston area.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/independent-overnight-camp-leaders-resource-community/
LOCATION:ACA\, New England/Zoom (depending on session)
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Resource-Communities-12-e1724444350953.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20240822T150909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T145331Z
UID:12241-1732010400-1733052600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: Day 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. \nFor day camp professionals having completed at least 1 summer or more of camp director/leadership experience and looking to build their network. \nThis is specifically focused on day camps.  As space is limited to around 20 participants\, we can only accommodate one director/leader per camp at this time. \nWe know that building community with colleagues from a variety of camps throughout New England will help you feel supported as you move forward in your camping career. 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. \nDiscussions will be flexible based on the group’s needs/interests\, but potential topics include: \n\nBuilding & supporting your team: recruiting\, hiring\, scheduling\, training\, evaluation\, retention\nBusiness considerations: risk management\, budgeting\, marketing\nParent engagement: handbooks\, communication\, recruitment\nTransportation: busing\, pick-up/drop-off\, field trips\nEnrollment management\nBehavior management\n\nEmily Parker\, recently retired from Nobles Day Camp\, a camp professional for over 30 years\, and a member of the ACA\, New England community\, will facilitate the sessions. Her role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, offer observations and insights\, all while keeping the conversation and session flow going! \nThis series is not designed to be a how-to\, but an interactive discussion-based opportunity for day camp leaders looking to build their professional network and resource sharing. Sessions will not be recorded. There will be an two in-person sessions (one with hybrid option)\, an informal meet-up at the New England Camp Conference in Manchester\, NH\, and six Zoom sessions. The schedule is as follows: \n\nTuesday\, October 15: In-person kick-off at ACANE office in Lexington\, MA\, 10 am – 1 pm\nTuesday\, November 19: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nTuesday\, December 17: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nTuesday\, January 21: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nTuesday\, February 11: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nTuesday\, March 18: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\nMarch 27 – 29\, day/time TBD: Informal 60-minute group meet-up at New England Camp Conference for those who are there\nTuesday\, April 15: In-person session at ACANE office in Lexington\, MA (or hybrid option via Zoom)\, 10 am – 1 pm\nTuesday\, May 6: Zoom\, 10 – 11:30 am\n\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 leadership/director role for at least 1 summer\, and your job responsibilities include at least a few of the following: overseeing staff teams\, including HR functions and training; establishing policies for your camp/organization; setting and managing a budget; creating parent handbooks; overseeing registration; and marketing and camper recruitment. \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 \nEmily Parker recently retired from her role as Nobles Day Camp (NDC) Director\, which she held for 19 years (2003 – 2023). During her tenure at NDC Emily mentored hundreds of staff and saw thousands of children through the program while also deeply understanding the business of camp. Prior to her time at Nobles\, Emily also served as the Camp Director and Branch Executive at the MetroWest YMCA and worked for YMCA Camp Huckins. She is a longtime ACA\, New England volunteer and supporter and looks forward to supporting other day camp leaders and directors as they grow professionally.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/day-camp-leaders-resource-community-2024-2025/
LOCATION:ACA\, New England/Zoom (depending on session)
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Resource-Communities-14-e1724444465722.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20240822T180929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T145402Z
UID:12256-1731931200-1733059800@www.acanewengland.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Resource-Communities-17-e1724444274247.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20241003T165424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T202903Z
UID:12431-1730725200-1732543200@www.acanewengland.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Navigating-The-New-Overtime-Rules-Graphic-1-e1728314186324.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Day-Camp-Tours-CT-2024-Collage-Instagram-Post-2-e1718210888516.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Fall-Overnight-Camp-Tours-Maine-4-e1719239349274.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20240316T185637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T210638Z
UID:11719-1714993200-1714998600@www.acanewengland.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Branding-Workshop-Logo-.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20240316T183341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T142058Z
UID:11709-1714471200-1714474800@www.acanewengland.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/AI-Workshop-Logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20231204T183649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T161958Z
UID:11133-1708522200-1708527600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Trauma Informed Strategies for Youth Serving Professionals (Trauma 102)
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Trauma Informed Strategies for Youth Serving Professionals (Trauma 102)\nCommunities experience trauma that shows up in a myriad of ways which can lead to many negative social and health related outcomes. The Trauma 101 & 102 trainings help youth serving professionals understand adverse childhood experiences\, signs and symptoms of trauma\, related mental health issues in youth\, and offers trauma-informed practices for helping them achieve mental well-being and overall success. \nIn this specific training\, participants will learn the key characteristics of a trauma informed practitioner and evidence based strategies to cultivate a trauma sensitive environment. \nParticipants will also discuss how cultural awareness\, equity\, and racial/historical trauma impact the classroom. \nThis course will be presented by trainers from the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America of Greater Houston. \nFor more information about the Emotional Backpack project\, you can visit here. \nWe highly recommend you join us live for the most robust and engaging experience. If you are unable to do so\, the recording will be made available to registered attendees for 15 days following the live e-session. \nThis course will be presented by trainers from the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America of Greater Houston (the Center) as part of its Emotional Backpack Project. For more information about the Emotional Backpack project\, you can visit here. The Center serves as a “living laboratory” for incubating innovative\, cost-effective and replicable best practices to improve the behavioral health of students by facilitating collective action; providing highly specialized professional development opportunities\, technical assistance and community education; and conducting research\, advocacy\, and policy analysis. \nWe encourage you to join both this training and Trauma Informed Environments 101 on 1/31. However you do not need to attend both. They are offered independently of one another. \nWhen: Wednesday\, February 21 2024\, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm ET \nWhere: Online\, via Zoom  \nCost: $65 for ACA\, New England members/ $90for non-members. *Each registration comes with two seats for your camp/program. You can select the two participants during the check-out process. Registration of the first person from the camp/organization is based off of individual membership status. Please register first person at the FIRST PERSON rate and then the additional person as SECOND PERSON (no additional charge).  \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual from your camp/program prior to the start of the event. \nQuestions\, reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. \nAbout the trainers \nKeenisha Protho is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Texas with 10 plus years of experience in the field of social work. Originally from Northwest Indiana\, Keenisha started her career as a contracted case manager working with families who lost their children to Child Protective Services to regain custody of their children in 2012. Keenisha received a Bachelor and Maters of Social Work from Indiana University. Over the years\, Keenisha has gained a wealth of knowledge in her experience as a Family Support Specialist\, CPS case worker\, Advocacy Coordinator\, Community Educator\, PRN therapist and Behavior Specialist. As a Professional Development Specialist\, Keenisha enjoys training school personnel and other youth interfacing staff and agencies on topics such as youth mental health and youth suicide prevention. \n \nSharifa J. Charles serves as a Senior Professional Development Specialist for the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America – Greater Houston. She is charged with creating and providing high impact\, enriching and culturally sensitive mental and behavioral health professional development opportunities to school districts and community organizations throughout the city of Houston. To date\, she has provided mental and behavioral health trainings in over 25 districts\, countless youth serving organizations across the Greater Houston Area. Ms. Charles has also been deployed to Hurricane ravaged communities like Bay County Florida and the United States Virgin Islands to provide professional development trainings to counselors and first responders. Throughout her professional career\, Sharifa has proudly worked for or collaborated with countless CBOS\, government agencies and NGOs. She brings an extensive background in program implementation\, capacity building\, training and facilitation within diverse vulnerable populations throughout the City of Houston and beyond.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/advanced-trauma-informed-strategies-for-youth-serving-professionals-trauma-102/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Trauma-Informed-Support-for-Camps-2-e1704989991575.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20231204T183322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T161912Z
UID:11129-1706707800-1706713200@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Environments for Youth Serving Professionals (Trauma 101)
DESCRIPTION:Trauma Informed Environments for Youth Serving Professionals (Trauma 101)\nCommunities experience trauma that shows up in a myriad of ways which can lead to many negative social and health related outcomes. The Trauma 101 & 102 trainings help youth serving professionals understand adverse childhood experiences\, signs and symptoms of trauma\, related mental health issues in youth\, and offers trauma-informed practices for helping them achieve mental well-being and overall success. \nIn this specific training\, participants will learn how: \n\nto recognize signs and symptoms in youth displaying behavioral health concerns\,\ntrauma affects learning and how to address these effects; and\nto appropriately respond to young people experiencing mental health issues.\n\nThis course will be presented by trainers from the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America of Greater Houston. \nFor more information about the Emotional Backpack project\, you can visit here. \nWe highly recommend you join us live for the most robust and engaging experience. If you are unable to do so\, the recording will be made available to registered attendees for 15 days following the live e-session. \nThis course will be presented by trainers from the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America of Greater Houston (the Center) as part of its Emotional Backpack Project. For more information about the Emotional Backpack project\, you can visit here. The Center serves as a “living laboratory” for incubating innovative\, cost-effective and replicable best practices to improve the behavioral health of students by facilitating collective action; providing highly specialized professional development opportunities\, technical assistance and community education; and conducting research\, advocacy\, and policy analysis. \nWe encourage you to join both this training and Advanced Trauma Informed Strategies on 2/21.however you do not need to attend both. They are offered independently of one another. \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 31\, 2024\, 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm ET \nWhere: Online\, via Zoom  \nCost: $65 for ACA\, New England members/ $90 for non-members. *Each registration comes with two seats for your camp/program. You can select the two participants during the check-out process. Registration of the first person from the camp/organization is based off of individual membership status. Please register first person at the FIRST PERSON rate and then the additional person as SECOND PERSON (no additional charge).  \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual from your camp/program prior to the start of the event. \nQuestions\, reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. \nAbout the trainers \nKeenisha Protho is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Texas with 10 plus years of experience in the field of social work. Originally from Northwest Indiana\, Keenisha started her career as a contracted case manager working with families who lost their children to Child Protective Services to regain custody of their children in 2012. Keenisha received a Bachelor and Maters of Social Work from Indiana University. Over the years\, Keenisha has gained a wealth of knowledge in her experience as a Family Support Specialist\, CPS case worker\, Advocacy Coordinator\, Community Educator\, PRN therapist and Behavior Specialist. As a Professional Development Specialist\, Keenisha enjoys training school personnel and other youth interfacing staff and agencies on topics such as youth mental health and youth suicide prevention. \n \nSharifa J. Charles serves as a Senior Professional Development Specialist for the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America – Greater Houston. She is charged with creating and providing high impact\, enriching and culturally sensitive mental and behavioral health professional development opportunities to school districts and community organizations throughout the city of Houston. To date\, she has provided mental and behavioral health trainings in over 25 districts\, countless youth serving organizations across the Greater Houston Area. Ms. Charles has also been deployed to Hurricane ravaged communities like Bay County Florida and the United States Virgin Islands to provide professional development trainings to counselors and first responders. Throughout her professional career\, Sharifa has proudly worked for or collaborated with countless CBOS\, government agencies and NGOs. She brings an extensive background in program implementation\, capacity building\, training and facilitation within diverse vulnerable populations throughout the City of Houston and beyond.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/trauma-informed-environments-101/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Trauma-Informed-Support-for-Camps-1-e1704989942789.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240129T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20231114T155844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T143748Z
UID:11010-1706517000-1706542200@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid (virtual with pre-work due by 1/23)
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid\n(VIRTUAL COURSE: Self-paced pre-work and live virtual course) \nMental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing that is designed to give you key skills to help an adult who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Whether you’re looking to support a colleague\, your camp counselors\, family and friends\, or other members of your community…this virtual course is for you. \nThis course is offered in a two-part format and both components must be completed to earn your certification: \n\n2 hours of virtual self-paced pre-work must be completed by Tuesday\, January 23 (the instructor must verify completion for you to be eligible to join the live portion of the course)\nLive\, instructor-led virtual course from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm on Monday\, January 29 (You must be fully present with the ability to have a camera and microphone on throughout the course. There will be a lunch break built in to the schedule.)\n\nWhat will participants learn? MHFA Certification teaches participants to identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges among adults. You will learn: common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges; how to interact with a person in crisis how to connect a person with help and resources; ways to support a person thinking about suicide. \nParticipants do not learn to diagnose\, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling – rather\, participants learn to support an individual developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan. \nWho should take this course? The course is designed for anyone 18-years of age or older who would like to add to their toolbox for supporting folks with mental health concerns. This would be great for camp leaders to provide support to their adult staff members. This is a standalone certification\, but if you’re already certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid\, this complements that as well. \nAbout the instructor: \nEmily Golinksy\, is the Founder of Bright Moose\, LLC\, which provides training\, coaching\, consultation and professional development to camps\, organizations and individuals guided by the motto “Help Others Shine Bright!” Her professional background includes over two decades of year-round and summer camp leadership in both day and residential environments for children in crisis\, special needs youth\, and traditional campers\, including 15 years as Executive Director at Camp Starfish (NH). Emily is a regular presenter at conferences and is active in ACA\, New England\, where she is a Lead Visitor\, conference committee member\, and member of the Faculty for the New Camp Directors Workshop. Emily is on the Board of Directors for NHCamps and is a contributor to Camping Magazine\, ParentingNH\, the Project Real Job Blog\, and the Day Camp Pod. She holds a BS in Health Psychology and an MS in Camp Administration and Leadership. She is also an education advocate for youth with special needs and a certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Emily’s sense of humor and genuine warm connection to individuals comes through in her facilitation style. Fair warning: she is an avid collector of terribly awesome puns. \n*Because this course results in a certification\, attendees must fully participate in the entire program.* \nSpace is limited to 15 participants\, so register early!  \nWhen: Monday\, January 29\, 2023\, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm via Zoom (Self-paced online pre-work must be completed by Tuesday\, January 23 for participants to qualify to join the live virtual portion of the course. The instructor will be speaking at another conference and unable to verify pre-work completion after January 23.). \nWhere: Via Zoom. A link will be sent prior to the start of the course. Please note: participants must be able to participate with cameras and mics (as needed) turned on in order to receive a completion certificate. \nCost: $75 for ACA\, New England members/ $100 for non-members.  \nRegister: Click here. You will register through ACA\, New England\, but additional communication about the course and how to complete the pre-work will come from the course instructor/ the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \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).  \nA minimum of 6 participants is required for the program to run. \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. If the course is full or you are interested\, but not available on this date\, please contact Kerry. If there is interest\, we may offer additional courses.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Mental-Health-First-Aid-e1699984854298.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240212T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20231206T173901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T181129Z
UID:11137-1704978000-1707744600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Leverage Holidays into Promotional Opportunities for Your Camp (Recording)
DESCRIPTION:Join ACA\, New England and camp marketing guru Joanna Warren Smith for this special virtual presentation: \nLeverage Holidays into Promotional Opportunities for Your Camp!\nWhile the live session has passed\, register to receive the recording\, which will be available for viewing through February 12\, 2024.\nIt’s to your advantage to punctuate the routine marketing calendar with exciting unique events that reconnect campers with the rituals and traditions of summer and also remind parents why the camp experience is so meaningful. These holidays also serve as convenient registration deadlines that help convey urgency and build momentum toward capacity and the ultimate goal\, wait lists. \nThe session will run about 30 minutes (1:00 – 1:30 pm ET) with an 15 additional minutes reserved for discussion and Q&A. \nIf you can’t join us live\, the e-session will be recorded and available for viewing up to 30 days after the event. \nFREE for ACA members\, $10 for non-members (based on individual membership status). \nAbout our presenter: \n \nJoanna Warren Smith\, President\, Camp Consulting Services \n213.256.6434 | campconsulting@charter.net | camp-consulting.com \nJoanna has assessed hundreds of camps throughout the country and has acquired a unique industry perspective of best business practices. Through individualized strategies\, she has enabled new camps to develop\, helped troubled businesses to survive and has been instrumental in the continuing success of premier shops. Since 2010\, Joanna has facilitated Parent Focus Groups even during the pandemic and now has clear indicators from parents of all demographics about their expectations of camp\, what motivates families to inquire\, purchase and return. \nJoanna and Travis Allison recently published The Camper Marketing & Retention Playbook which is now available on Amazon.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/leverage-holidays-into-promotional-opportunities-for-your-camp-e-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Digital-1-e1702672892271.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T103000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230809T203523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T184908Z
UID:10216-1697706000-1700130600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: MESH Systems and Supports at Camp
DESCRIPTION:Resource Community Series:\nMESH Systems and Supports at Camp (200-Level)\nHave you/your camp been setting up mental\, emotional\, and social health (MESH) supports for your staff and campers or are you ready to take the next steps to do so? This series of monthly facilitated discussions (October to May) is designed to give camp leaders with decision-making responsibilities the space and support to dive deep into examining what your camp is already doing\, identifying gaps\, and setting intentions for future actions. For example: \n\nDo you have staff dedicated to social/emotional support of campers/staff and if so\, what is their role and how is it going? If not\, what would it take to get you there?\nWhat resources are in place in case of a mental health emergency or a crisis requiring urgent emotional/mental health support for your staff/campers?\nWhat kind of MESH training does/should your leadership staff get each year? Counselors?\nHave your staff expressed the need for more breaks or time off? What actions can you take?\nHow are your health forms/intake systems providing you with the information you need to best support campers and staff (or what needs to change)?\nWhat innovative things do you want to try and how can colleagues help you workshop ideas?\n\nNick Teich\, PhD\, LCSW\, founder and former CEO of Harbor Camps and owner of Fairwinds Consulting\, LLC\, will moderate the group. His role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, offer observations and insights\, all while keeping the conversation and session flow going! \nResource community participants should be in a role where they are responsible for making decisions about MESH programming and policy at their camp or have direct influence/input into that process.\nThis series is not designed to be a how-to\, but an interactive\, live\, discussion-based opportunity for participants to have meaningful conversations about the MESH systems and supports at their camp. Sessions will not be recorded. 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 opportunity\, and five Zoom sessions. The schedule is as follows: \n\nOctober 19\, 2023\, 10 am – 1 pm\, In-person\, ACA\, New England offices\, 80 Westview Street\, Lexington\, MA\nNovember 16\, 2023\, Zoom\, 10 am – 11:30 am\nDecember 14\, 2023\, 10 am – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nJanuary18\, 2024\, 10 am – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nFebruary 15\, 2024\, 10 am – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nMarch 21/22/23\, 2024\, In-person at ACANE conference in Manchester\, NH\, 90 minutes (day/time TBD)\nApril 18\, 2024\, 10 am – 1 pm\, Hybrid (in-person attendance at ACA\, New England\, Lexington\, MA highly recommended)\nMay 9\, 2024\, 10 am – 11:30 am\, Zoom\n\nTrying to decide if this is a good fit for you? We’d say yes if 1) your job includes leadership responsibilities related to decision-making around mental\, emotional\, and social health supports to your camp community; 2) you have started this work or plan to take action by summer 2024; 3) you are excited to openly and honestly share your knowledge and perspectives with other camp in the resource community; 4) you can prioritize and commit to attending the full series of sessions. \nAs space is limited to around 20 participants to ensure meaningful interactions\, we can accommodate one staff member per camp at this time. Participants will receive 14 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for their full participation. \nCost:      $269/ACA members; $319/Non-members. (Registration is for the duration of the series – eight sessions in total.) \nREGISTER HERE!\n If 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. \nAbout the Facilitator \nNick Teich\, PhD\, LCSW\, runs Fairwinds Camp Consulting\, where he trains and consults with camps on a myriad of issues. In 2009 Nick started Harbor Camps\, and\, over the next 13 years\, oversaw the purchase and renovation of its own lakefront property and grew it to more than 800 campers each summer. Nick has a master’s degree in social work from Boston College and a doctorate in social policy from Brandeis University. \nNick began his overnight camping career in Maine at the age of 10\, where he subsequently became a CIT\, counselor\, and a member of the camp leadership. Prior to overnight camp\, he was a day camper in NY. Nick is a member of the ACA-New England Board of Directors and Maine Summer Camps.  He lives in the Boston area with his wife and two daughters.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/resource-community-series-mesh-systems-and-supports-at-camp/
LOCATION:ACA\, New England/Zoom (depending on session)
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Resource-Communities-MESH-e1695912747141.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230809T204420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T184933Z
UID:10229-1696932000-1699961400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: Newer Camp Directors
DESCRIPTION:Resource Community Series:\nNewer Camp Directors (200-Level)\n **While the first session has passed\, we still welcome new registrations to begin with the group in November.** \nFor camp professionals with 1-4 summers of camp director experience\n(Both day and resident camp directors are welcome! As space is limited to around 20 participants\, we can only accommodate one director per camp at this time.) \nWe know that building community with colleagues from a variety of camps throughout New England will help you feel supported as you move forward in your camping career. 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 discussions in prior years have included: \n\nBuilding & supporting your team: recruiting\, hiring\, compensation & benefits\, retention\, training\, evaluation\nBehind-the-scenes: risk management\, budgeting\, technology\, marketing\nBeing a leader: time management\, hard decisions\nMental\, emotional\, and social health (MESH): policies\, best practices\, resources\, self-care\nCamp culture and tradition: exploring the “why\,” innovating\nParent engagement: handbooks\, communication\, recruitment\n\nEmily Golinsky\, Founder of Bright Moose Training\, Consulting & Advocacy\, former Executive Director at Camp Starfish and a member of ACA\, New England’s New Camp Director Workshop faculty\, will facilitate the sessions. Her role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, offer observations and insights\, all while keeping the conversation and session flow going! \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 2023-2024\, there will be two sessions in-person (one local to Lexington\, MA and one at the New England Camp Conference in Manchester\, NH) and six Zoom sessions. Exact session dates will be confirmed soon: \n\nOctober 10\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – In-person\, ACA\, New England offices\, 80 Westview Street\, Lexington\, MA\nNovember 14\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nDecember 12\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nJanuary 9\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nFebruary 13\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nMarch 21/22/23\, 2024\, In-person during ACANE conference in Manchester\, NH (90 minutes\, exact day & time TBD)\nApril 9\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\nMay 7\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Zoom\n\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 1-4 summers\, and your job responsibilities include at least a few of the following: overseeing staff teams\, including HR functions and training; establishing policies for your camp/organization; setting and managing a budget; creating parent handbooks; and being involved with strategic business decisions for your camp/organization. \n If 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 Cost:      $269/ACA members; $319/Non-members. (Registration is for the duration of the series – eight sessions in total.) \nREGISTER HERE!\n  \n\nAbout the Facilitator  \nEmily Golinsky is the Founder of Bright Moose\, LLC\, which provides training\, coaching\, consultation and professional development to camps\, organizations and individuals guided by the motto “Help Others Shine Bright!” Her professional background includes over two decades of year-round and summer camp leadership in both day and residential environments for children in crisis\, special needs youth\, and traditional campers\, including 15 years as Executive Director at Camp Starfish (NH). Emily is a regular presenter at conferences and is active in ACA\, New England\, where she is a Lead Visitor\, conference committee member\, and member of the Faculty for the New Camp Directors Workshop. Emily is on the Board of Directors for NHCamps and is a contributor to Camping Magazine\, ParentingNH\, the Project Real Job Blog\, and the Day Camp Pod. She holds a BS in Health Psychology and an MS in Camp Administration and Leadership. She is also an education advocate for youth with special needs and a certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Emily’s sense of humor and genuine warm connection to individuals comes through in her facilitation style. Fair warning: she is an avid collector of terribly awesome puns.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/resource-community-series-newer-camp-directors/
LOCATION:ACA\, New England/Zoom (depending on session)
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Resource-Communities-Newer-Director-e1696434508682.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230918T202953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T150133Z
UID:10586-1696588200-1696591800@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Learnings from the Field: MESH Supports at Camps
DESCRIPTION:We know that mental\, emotional\, and social health (MESH) continues to be a topic of discussion for many camps as they explore ways to support staff and campers. Learnings from the Field sessions are designed for YOU to hear from camps doing this work in the field. \nWe will be joined by several camps who will share some strategies they have been implementing\, including: Employee Assistance Programs\, increased staffing models (community support teams\, staff coordinators\, and overall staffing)\, journaling for campers\, and a serenity cabin. You will hear from: \n\nLisa Carter\,  Executive Director of Agassiz Village\, an overnight camp in Maine\nEmily Courtiss\, Director of Camp Vega in Maine\, an overnight camp in Maine\nAmy Podolsky\, Director of Camp Sewataro\, a day camp in Massachusetts\nLiz Turnwald & Jess Smith\, Co-Directors of EVkids\, an overnight camp in VT (the organization also runs school-year tutoring programs)\n\nWe are not experts\, but practitioners. So\, come to hear and learn from others and pose questions you might have. \nPlease plan to join us live for these sessions! If you cannot join live\, please register and email kerry@acanewengland.org to request a copy of the recording\, which will be viewable for 30 days following the event. \nRegistration fees are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another attendee from your camp/organization by emailing kerry@acanewengland.org before the start of the program.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/10586/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Learnings-From-The-Field-Graphic-e1695913281630.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230809T203551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T171529Z
UID:10207-1696500000-1696505400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Resource Community Series: Business of Camp
DESCRIPTION:Resource Community Series:\nBusiness of Camp (200-Level)\n **While the first session has passed\, we still welcome new registrations to begin with the group in November.** \nHave you been in a leadership role at camp for several years (think executive director\, CEO\, COO\, camp director)\, understand at least the fundamentals of “business of camp\,” and are interested in digging deeper to intentionally explore these areas with colleagues? If so\, this resource community is for you! Discussion topics will include: \n\nBudgeting and finances\,\nRisk management\,\nHuman resource management\,\nStrategic planning\, and\nMarketing and camper recruitment\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. Nick Teich\, PhD\, LCSW\, founder and former CEO of Harbor Camps and owner of Fairwinds Consulting\, LLC\, will moderate the group. His role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, and offer observations and insights\, 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 camp leaders looking to build their network and grow their skills. Sessions will not be recorded. 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 opportunity\, and five Zoom sessions. The schedule is as follows: \n\nOctober 5\, 2023\, 10 am – 1 pm\, In-Person\, ACA\, New England offices\, 80 Westview Street\, Lexington\, MA\nNovember 2\, 2023\, 9:30 am – 11 am\, Zoom\nDecember 7\, 2023\, 9:30 am – 11 am\, Zoom\nJanuary 4\, 2024\, 9:30 am – 11 am\, Zoom\nFebruary 15\, 2024\, 9:30 am – 11 am\, Zoom\nMarch 21/22/23\, 2024\, In-person at ACANE conference in Manchester\, NH\, 90 minutes (day/time TBD)\nApril 11\, 2024\, 10 am – 1 pm\, Hybrid (in-person attendance at ACA\, New England in Lexington\, MA highly recommended)\,\nMay 2\, 2024\, 9:30 am – 11 am\, Zoom\n\nCost:      $269/ACA members; $319/Non-members. (Registration is for the duration of the series – eight sessions in total.) \nREGISTER HERE!\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. Day and overnight camp staff are all welcome.\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 14 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for their full participation.\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\n\nAbout the Facilitator \nNick Teich\, PhD\, LCSW\, runs Fairwinds Camp Consulting\, where he trains and consults with camps on a myriad of issues. In 2009 Nick started Harbor Camps\, and\, over the next 13 years\, oversaw the purchase and renovation of its own lakefront property and grew it to more than 800 campers each summer. Nick has a master’s degree in social work from Boston College and a doctorate in social policy from Brandeis University. \nNick began his overnight camping career in Maine at the age of 10\, where he subsequently became a CIT\, counselor\, and a member of the camp leadership. Prior to overnight camp\, he was a day camper in NY. Nick is a member of the ACA-New England Board of Directors and Maine Summer Camps.  He lives in the Boston area with his wife and two daughters.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/resource-community-series-business-of-camp/
LOCATION:ACA\, New England/Zoom (depending on session)
CATEGORIES:Education,Resource Communities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Resource-Communities-Business-of-Camp-e1695912852966.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T151500
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230711T141920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T131052Z
UID:10158-1696239000-1696259700@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New England Day Camp Tours - Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED. Please call ACA\, New England at 781-541-6080 to see if we can accommodate you if you’d like to join this program.\nACA\, New England is excited to offer a one-day Day Camp Tours program in Massachusetts on October 2!\nJoin us to explore the properties and facilities at: \n\nHale Education (Westwood\, MA) and\nEverwood Day Camp (Sharon\, MA)\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. \nThe $69/member; $95/non-member registration fee includes lunch. Travel is not included (camps are approximately 25 minutes from each other). \nWe will start at Hale Education (check-in begins at 9:30 am) with the tour beginning at 10:00 am and will finish at Everwood by 3:15 pm. \nWhile this event highlights day camp properties\, folks from all types of camps are welcome to attend!  \n(Want to see even more camps? Check out our Resident Camp Tours opportunity in Vermont September 11 & 12 too!)
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-england-day-camp-tours-massachusetts/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Camps
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Day-Camp-Tours-Collage-2-e1689085663998.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230309T180038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T143939Z
UID:9503-1682420400-1682424000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Enhancing Social Emotional Supports with Campers
DESCRIPTION:Enhancing Social Emotional Supports with Campers \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 25\, 11 am – 12 pm ET \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: $25 for individual ACA members; $40 for non-members \nAfter COVID\, we have all seen the impact on the children in our care. Students that never showed anxiety or dysregulation are now showing impact. Further\, children that were already on our radar seemed harder than ever to support. Chris and Ali will lead participants through steps that the Boston YMCA have taken (and continue to take) to train staff\, add tools to support campers and add emotional support staff into the programming. \nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\nHow to build your own social emotional kits\nHow to organize support staff\nOther ways/tools to support SEL\n\nQuestions? Contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at ACA\, New England\, kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \nIf you can’t join live\, this session will be recorded and available for viewing for 30 days. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \n  \nThank you to Dear Scout for sponsoring this e-session. \nDear Scout provides support and resources for your summer staff.\n  \n  \nAbout the speakers: \nAline Ricketson\, Senior Association Director\, YMCA of Greater Boston \nAli has worked for the YMCA of Greater Boston for 13+ years. She has served in many roles first starting as a Multi-Site Program Administrator\, Day Camp Operations\, Achievement Gap/Summer Learning Operations and Program Executive. Ali now serves as the Senior Association Director of Child Development supporting all school age and summer camp programs taking place in the city of Boston. She also oversees all Opportunity Gap and Summer Learning work for the Association. Ali has a dual degree in Elementary and Special Education from Salve Regina University and a Masters’ in Child Development and Urban Policy and Planning from Tufts University. She lives in Westwood\, MA with her husband and two children\, Ford (4) and Ava (2). \nChris Kelley\, Education Specialist\, YMCA of Greater Boston \nChris has joined the YMCA after a career spanning over 30 years in public education as a teacher\, principal and district leader serving students and staff at all levels. She has a graduate degree in Early Childhood and is currently a fellow at UMass Boston post-graduate program. She joined the YMCA last year and supports Child Development leaders with coaching\, mentoring\, and curriculum development. She and her husband\, Tim\, have three adult children.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/socialemotionalsupport/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Social-Emotional-Supports-with-Campers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T111500
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230309T180504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T165747Z
UID:9509-1681293600-1681298100@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Utilizing Fundraising Volunteers in a New World
DESCRIPTION:Utilizing Fundraising Volunteers in a New World \nWhen: Wednesday\, April 12\, 10 am – 11:15 am ET \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: $25 for individual ACA members; $40 for non-members \nThis panel discussion will provide real time examples of the challenges and opportunities facing volunteer-driven\, major\, capital\, and comprehensive campaigns. Speakers will discuss the varying landscape of personal outreach and engagement\, effective use of solicitation tools including in today’s more technology-driven world and share candid perspectives on how the capital campaign process has changed over the past decade.  The formal session will end after one hour\, but anyone with additional questions for the panel may stay for an additional 15 minutes. \nSession Moderator:  \n\nJohn Lanham\, VP/Campaign Director\, Demont Associates\n\nSession Panelists: \n\nCraig MacDonnell\, Board Chair at the Timanous Foundation (ME)\nHeather Plati\, Executive Director at Camp O-AT-KA (ME)\nPeter Gregory\, Campaign Executive Committee Member at Hale Education (MA)\nTori Robertson\, Not-for-profit Volunteer\, Leader\, and Fundraiser at Keewaydin Foundation (VT) and others\n\nQuestions? Contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at ACA\, New England\, kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \nIf you can’t join live\, this session will be recorded and available for viewing for 30 days. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \nAbout the speakers: \nJohn Lanham\, VP/Campaign Director\, Demont Associates: After working with the international nonprofit organization\, Up with People\, John Lanham joined Demont Associates in the fall of 2016. At Up with People\, he managed partner relations with community sponsors including the International Lions Club\, Habitat for Humanity\, The University of Arizona\, and numerous public schools and local governments. Since joining Demont\, in and through a pandemic John has provided campaign services to Camp O-AT-KA\, The Timanous Foundation\, Keewaydin Foundation\, Hale Education as well as to other youth\, education and conservation not-for-profit organizations. John manages fundraising campaigns ranging from $3\,000\,000 to $40\,000\,000\, while overseeing daily operations of the company. John resides in Saco\, ME. He enjoys running\, reading\, live concerts\, a good movie and volunteers as a Big for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine. \nPeter Gregory: Peter Gregory grew up in Westwood\, MA. He discovered Hale’s Education’s 1\,150 acres of nature and trails as a college student (Connecticut College) who was using them for runs in preparation for Crew season. In the late 80’s his cousin\, Elisha\, asked that he get involved with Hale. He is motivated to support Hale with time\, talent and treasure because he likes helping inner city children and thinks the staff has done a great job with measured\, thoughtful growth. Peter currently serves on Hale’s Corporate Board and continues to lend his time\, talent and treasure on Hale’s $46M campaign as a volunteer\, member of the Campaign Cabinet\, and critical leader on the Campaign Executive Committee. \nCraig MacDonnell: Craig MacDonnell has been the Timanous Foundation Board Chair since 2016. He is an experienced environmental and conservation leader\, realty steward\, lawyer\, and consultant across non-profit\, private\, and government sectors. He is recognized for his ability to develop consensus and establish strategic partnerships. Craig also has a demonstrated track record of fund raising and building productive boards of advisors. He has been a steady force in the Timanous Foundation’s transition from a privately owned camp through to the preparation and completion of its first campaign\, raising $8M in its first 6 years as a not-for-profit organization. \n \nHeather Plati: Heat her Plati joined the O-AT-KA staff in 2015 as the first full-time Director of Advancement and became the Executive Director in June of 2017. From the time she joined the O-AT-KA family\, her focus on fundraising (including planning and executing an $8M campaign)\, as well as bringing alumni and parents together for events\, communications\, and volunteer opportunities translated seamlessly in the area of increasing enrollment\, staff development\, and executing a long-term strategic vision for O-AT-KA. Before joining O-AT-KA\, Heather was in various fundraising and public relations positions at Simmons College\, Bentley University and Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. She sits on the American Camp Association (ACA)\, New England Board of Directors as a Vice President and leads the Fund Development committee.  Heather holds a BS in Marketing from Bentley University. \nTori Robertson: Tori Robertson grew up in Toronto\, Canada\, has lived in New York and Paris and currently resides in London\, England. She was educated at the University of Toronto\, Trinity College and York University. Tori has a strong volunteer background having been involved with various not-for profit boards and organizations associated with education and childhood through young adult development. She has extensive experience in non-profit development\, strategic planning and board governance; she knows the satisfaction that successful fundraising brings and how critical it is in supporting an organisation’s mission. Tori was a member of the Board of Trustees of the American School in London (ASL) for 11years. Most recently Tori was a member of the Keewaydin Foundation’s Board of Trustees for 7 years\, Today she continues to enjoy being a source of counsel and mentorship for not-for-profits in Canada\, the US and the UK.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/utilizing-fundraising-volunteers-in-a-new-world/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Fundraising-Volunteers-in-a-New-World.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230117T193727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T150822Z
UID:9070-1677574800-1677596400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health First Aid \n(VIRTUAL COURSE: Self-paced pre-work and live virtual course) \nMental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing that is designed to give you key skills to help an adult who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Whether you’re looking to support a colleague\, your camp counselors\, family and friends\, or other members of your community…this virtual course is for you. \nThis course is offered in a two-part format and both components must be completed to earn your certification: \n\n2 hours of virtual self-paced pre-work must be completed by Thursday\, February 23\n6-hour live\, instructor-led virtual course from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm on Tuesday\, February 28 (you must be fully present with the ability to have a camera and microphone on throughout the course)\n\nWhat will participants learn? MHFA Certification teaches participants to identify\, understand\, and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges among adults. You will learn: common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges; how to interact with a person in crisis how to connect a person with help and resources; ways to support a person thinking about suicide. \nParticipants do not learn to diagnose\, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling – rather\, participants learn to support an individual developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan. \nWho should take this course? The course is designed for anyone 18-years of age or older who would like to add to their toolbox for supporting folks with mental health concerns. This would be great for camp leaders to provide support to their adult staff members. This is a standalone certification\, but if you’re already certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid\, this complements that as well. \nAbout the instructor: \nEmily Golinksy\, is the Founder of Bright Moose\, LLC\, which provides training\, coaching\, consultation and professional development to camps\, organizations and individuals guided by the motto “Help Others Shine Bright!” Her professional background includes over two decades of year-round and summer camp leadership in both day and residential environments for children in crisis\, special needs youth\, and traditional campers\, including 15 years as Executive Director at Camp Starfish (NH). Emily is a regular presenter at conferences and is active in ACA\, New England\, where she is a Lead Visitor\, conference committee member\, and member of the Faculty for the New Camp Directors Workshop. Emily is on the Board of Directors for NHCamps and is a contributor to Camping Magazine\, ParentingNH\, the Project Real Job Blog\, and the Day Camp Pod. She holds a BS in Health Psychology and an MS in Camp Administration and Leadership. She is also an education advocate for youth with special needs and a certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Emily’s sense of humor and genuine warm connection to individuals comes through in her facilitation style. Fair warning: she is an avid collector of terribly awesome puns. \n*Because this course results in a certification\, attendees must fully participate in the entire program.* \nSpace is limited to 15 participants\, so register early!  \nWhen: Tuesday\, February 28\, 2023\, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (self-paced online pre-work must be completed by Thursday\, February 23 for participants to qualify to join the live virtual portion of the course). \nWhere: Via Zoom. A link will be sent prior to the start of the course. Please note: participants must be able to participate with cameras and mics (as needed) turned on in order to receive a completion certificate. \n  \nCost: $65 for ACA\, New England members/ $90 for non-members.  \nRegister: Click here. You will register through ACA\, New England\, but additional communication about the course and how to complete the pre-work will come from the course instructor/ the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. \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).  \nA minimum of 6 participants is required for the program to run. \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. If the course is full or you are interested\, but not available on this date\, please contact Kerry. If there is interest\, we may offer additional courses.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/mhfa22823/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training,Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/OutdoorSkills-Mowglis-scaled-e1574277263546.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230117T201108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T202126Z
UID:9084-1677495600-1677499200@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:TikTok & Instagram Reels: How to Boost Your Social Media Presence
DESCRIPTION:TikTok & Instagram Reels: How to Boost Your Social Media Presence\nSo\, you created an Instagram and TikTok account for your camp… now what? It can feel like a daunting task to keep up with the ever-changing features and trends on social media\, but building an online presence is essential for growing your business. In this session\, Breanna will share best practices for boosting your camp’s social media presence using TikTok and Instagram Reels. Plus\, she’ll share content pillars that will help kick off a social media marketing strategy for your camp. \nWhen: Monday\, February 27\, 11 am – 12 pm ET \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: $20 for members; $30 for non-members \nRegister for more than one of the Online Tools series (Google Ads on 2/6\, Indeed on 2/13\, and TikTok and Reels on 2/27) and receive 25% off using code NE23ONLINE at check-out. \nRegistration link \nThe session will be recorded and available for 30 days if you are unable to join us live. \nAbout the Presenter: \nBreanna Roiz is a digital marketer with expertise in creating\, executing\, and managing online marketing campaigns. Breanna joined Social Summer Camp in the summer of 2017 as a Social Media Associate while working on her graduate degree. \nAfter graduating from Texas State University with an M.A. in digital media\, Breanna moved to El Paso\, Texas where she worked in brand management\, social media\, and influencer marketing for a global consumer goods company. \nAfter returning to Central Texas\, Breanna rejoined Social Summer Camp as an Account Manager. She recently took on the Director of Client Success role and looks forward to building creative marketing strategies and effective digital ads for clients. When she’s not sitting behind a computer\, she’s adventuring with her pups\, Theodore and Enzo. \nQuestions? Contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at ACA\, New England\, kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \n\nOnline Tools to Boost Your Camp (series of three e-sessions)\nJoin ACA\, New England for a series of three fast-paced e-sessions on Online Tools to Boost Your Camp in February 2023! \n\nGoogle Ad Grants 101: From Application to Launch (2/6)\nIndeed & How to Hire Online in 2023 (2/13)\nTikTok & Instagram Reels: How to Boost Your Social Media Presence (2/27)\n\nEach 45-60-minute session will take folks through a trend or tool that we think can be useful for our camps! The Google Ad session is specifically for non-profits and the other sessions are for anyone. If you can’t join us live\, session recordings will be available for 30 days. \nRegister for one session or multiple sessions. If you register at least one person from your camp/organization for more than one session\, use code NE23ONLINE during check-out to get 25% off your registration fees for each session you sign up for. \nThat means if you’re an ACA member\, you can sign up for all three sessions for just $45! \nSession presenters Holly Hearn\, Jennifer Raimondo\, Angela Bersani\, and Breanna Roiz are all with Social Summer Camp\, a company focused on providing the tools and expertise that summer camps and schools need to build\, manage\, and monetize social media campaigns.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/tiktokandigreels/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/online-tools-26-213-227.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230117T200342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T181840Z
UID:9079-1676286000-1676289600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Indeed & How to Hire Online in 2023
DESCRIPTION:Indeed & How to Hire Online in 2023\nHiring for summer camps has become one of the biggest challenges for camp owners and directors in recent years. In this session\, Angela will share methods for creating engaging job postings and best practices for finding and communicating with candidates online. Plus\, she’ll show how to use sponsored postings to get the best bang for your buck and give other tips to craft a staff recruitment strategy that works for your camp. \nWhen: Monday\, February 13\, 11 am – 12 pm ET \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: $20 for members; $30 for non-members \nRegister for more than one of the Online Tools series (Google Ads on 2/6\, Indeed on 2/13\, and TikTok and Reels on 2/27) and receive 25% off using code NE23ONLINE at check-out. \nRegistration Link \nThe session will be recorded and available for 30 days if you are unable to join us live. \nAbout the Presenter: \nAngela Bersani joined Social Summer Camp in November of 2020 as a Social Media Associate. Now as an Account Manager\, she enjoys creating successful social content\, ad campaigns\, and job postings to help clients reach their goals. \nAngela graduated from Northeastern University with a B.A. in Communication Studies and Media and Screen Studies in May of 2020. Angela worked at Wayfair and Boston Consulting Group\, focusing on campaign management\, content creation\, and design system development. \nAngela is based in her home state of New Jersey\, where she was a camper of nine years and camp counselor of eight years. She is always available to discuss bagels\, dogs in Halloween costumes\, and color war. \nQuestions? Contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at ACA\, New England\, kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \n\nOnline Tools to Boost Your Camp (series of three e-sessions)\nJoin ACA\, New England for a series of three fast-paced e-sessions on Online Tools to Boost Your Camp in February 2023! \n\nGoogle Ad Grants 101: From Application to Launch (2/6)\nIndeed & How to Hire Online in 2023 (2/13)\nTikTok & Instagram Reels: How to Boost Your Social Media Presence (2/27)\n\nEach 45-60-minute session will take folks through a trend or tool that we think can be useful for our camps! The Google Ad session is specifically for non-profits and the other sessions are for anyone. If you can’t join us live\, session recordings will be available for 30 days. \nRegister for one session or multiple sessions. If you register at least one person from your camp/organization for more than one session\, use code NE23ONLINE during check-out to get 25% off your registration fees for each session you sign up for. \nThat means if you’re an ACA member\, you can sign up for all three sessions for just $45! \nSession presenters Holly Hearn\, Jennifer Raimondo\, Angela Bersani\, and Breanna Roiz are all with Social Summer Camp\, a company focused on providing the tools and expertise that summer camps and schools need to build\, manage\, and monetize social media campaigns.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/indeed-how-to-hire-online-in-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/online-tools-26-213-227.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230117T195617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T210327Z
UID:9074-1675681200-1675684800@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Google Ad Grants 101: From Application to Launch
DESCRIPTION:Google Ad Grants 101: From Application to Launch\nQualifying nonprofits can access up to $10\,000 per month in search ads shown on Google.com. In this session\, Holly and Jennifer will walk you through the application process\, explain some of the fine print and share tips on Ad Grant best practices. \nWhat to bring with you to the session: \n\nYour nonprofit EIN\nYour camp’s business address associated with your EIN\nYour TechSoup account information. If you don’t have one already\, create an account before the session\nAccess to the main email address associated with your camp (This is to receive communication from Google about the Ad Grant request. Info@ or admin@ emails are usually good. We advise against using a personal email because it can lead to access issues in the future if there are staff changes.)\n\nWhen: Monday\, February 6\, 11 am – 12 pm ET \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: $20 for members; $30 for non-members \nRegister for more than one of the Online Tools series (Google Ads on 2/6\, Indeed on 2/13\, and TikTok and Reels on 2/27) and receive 25% off using code NE23ONLINE at check-out. \nRegistration Link \nThe session will be recorded and available for 30 days if you are unable to join us live. \nAbout the Presenters:  \nHolly Hearn is an Account Manager who joined the Social Summer Camp (SSC) team in 2019. Her educational background is in digital media\, and she has found an interest in ad strategy development since joining SSC. She is skilled in ppc marketing\, social media marketing\, conversion tracking\, creative development and copywriting. Holly’s home base is Austin\, Texas but you will often find her working remotely around the country. She enjoys climbing\, skiing\, meeting new friends\, and spending time with her dog\, Charlie. \nJennifer Raimondo joined Social Summer Camp as a Social Media Associate in February 2022. Now as an Account Manager\, she looks forward to creating ad campaigns and helping clients achieve their enrollment and engagement goals. Jennifer graduated from the State University of New York at New Paltz with a B.A. in English Education. Prior to Social Summer Camp\, Jennifer taught English in the United States and Costa Rica. She discovered her passion for digital marketing while managing and creating content for her school’s social media accounts. Due to her background in education\, Jennifer has a keen awareness of what parents want for their children and uses that knowledge to produce engaging content and effective ads. \nQuestions? Contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at ACA\, New England\, kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization. \n\nOnline Tools to Boost Your Camp (series of three e-sessions)\nJoin ACA\, New England for a series of three fast-paced e-sessions on Online Tools to Boost Your Camp in February 2023! \n\nGoogle Ad Grants 101: From Application to Launch (2/6)\nIndeed & How to Hire Online in 2023 (2/13)\nTikTok & Instagram Reels: How to Boost Your Social Media Presence (2/27)\n\nEach 45-60-minute session will take folks through a trend or tool that we think can be useful for our camps! The Google Ad session is specifically for non-profits and the other sessions are for anyone. If you can’t join us live\, session recordings will be available for 30 days. \nRegister for one session or multiple sessions. If you register at least one person from your camp/organization for more than one session\, use code NE23ONLINE during check-out to get 25% off your registration fees for each session you sign up for. \nThat means if you’re an ACA member\, you can sign up for all three sessions for just $45! \nSession presenters Holly Hearn\, Jennifer Raimondo\, Angela Bersani\, and Breanna Roiz are all with Social Summer Camp\, a company focused on providing the tools and expertise that summer camps and schools need to build\, manage\, and monetize social media campaigns.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/googleadgrants101/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/online-tools-26-213-227-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20221207T191937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T172722Z
UID:8820-1675247400-1675252800@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Youth Suicide Prevention Training
DESCRIPTION:Youth Suicide Prevention Training \n*This session is now FULL and registration is CLOSED.* \nBased on three SAMHSA Nationally Recognized Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP) youth suicide prevention programs\, this training uses video\, discussion and role-play to enable participants to feel comfortable identifying signs and symptoms of youth suicide and how to assist a camper who may be suicidal. \nEach e-session is limited to 25 camps/programs. Your camp’s registration will come with two seats. \nWe highly recommend you join us live for the most robust and engaging experience. If you are unable to do so\, the recording will be made available to registered attendees for 15 days following the live e-session. \nThis course will be presented by trainers from the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America of Greater Houston (the Center) as part of its Emotional Backpack Project. For more information about the Emotional Backpack project\, you can visit here. The Center serves as a “living laboratory” for incubating innovative\, cost-effective and replicable best practices to improve the behavioral health of students by facilitating collective action; providing highly specialized professional development opportunities\, technical assistance and community education; and conducting research\, advocacy\, and policy analysis. \nWe encourage you to join both this training and the Child Mental Health module on January 18\, however you do not need to attend both. They are offered independently of one another. \nAbout the trainers:  \nKeenisha Protho is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Texas with 10 plus years of experience in the field of social work. Originally from Northwest Indiana\, Keenisha started her career as a contracted case manager working with families who lost their children to Child Protective Services to regain custody of their children in 2012. Keenisha received a Bachelor and Maters of Social Work from Indiana University. Over the years\, Keenisha has gained a wealth of knowledge in her experience as a Family Support Specialist\, CPS case worker\, Advocacy Coordinator\, Community Educator\, PRN therapist and Behavior Specialist. As a Professional Development Specialist\, Keenisha enjoys training school personnel and other youth interfacing staff and agencies on topics such as youth mental health and youth suicide prevention. \nSharifa J. Charles serves as a Professional Development Specialist for the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America – Greater Houston. She is charged with creating and providing high impact\, enriching and culturally sensitive mental and behavioral health professional development opportunities to school districts and community organizations throughout the city of Houston. To date\, she has provided mental and behavioral health trainings in over 25 districts\, countless youth serving organizations across the Greater Houston Area. Ms. Charles has also been deployed to Hurricane ravaged communities like Bay County Florida and the United States Virgin Islands to provide professional development trainings to counselors and first responders. Throughout her professional career\, Sharifa has proudly worked for or collaborated with countless CBOS\, government agencies and NGOs. She brings an extensive background in program implementation\, capacity building\, training and facilitation within diverse vulnerable populations throughout the City of Houston and beyond. \nWhen: Wednesday\, February 1\, 2023\, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm ET \nWhere: Online\, via Zoom. \nCost: $60 for ACA\, New England members/ $85 for non-members. *Each registration comes with two seats for your camp/program. You can select the two participants during the check-out process. Registration of the first person from the camp/organization is based off of individual membership status. \nRegister: *This session is now FULL and registration is CLOSED.* \nWe encourage you to join both this training and the Child Mental Health module on January 18\, however you do not need to attend both. They are offered independently of one another. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual from your camp/program prior to the start of the event. \nQuestions\, reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/youth-suicide-prevention-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Youth-Suicide-Prevention-Training.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20230104T191258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T103349Z
UID:8952-1675076400-1675080000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:What's the Buzz On Covid at Camp in 2023
DESCRIPTION:What’s the Buzz on COVID Preparations for Summer 2023? Peer Discussion Session \nAs you all prepare for summer 2023\, we know many of you continue to think about how you’ll handle COVID protocols and communicate that to your staff and families. Will you require vaccinations? Testing? What other non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) are you considering? \nWe have heard it can be helpful to hear what other friends and colleagues are thinking about\, discuss timelines for decision-making\, and even problem-solve challenges as a group. \nSo\, come join us for an open forum discussion around how you and your camp are approaching COVID protocols for the upcoming camp season. ACA\, New England staff will be there to guide/facilitate the conversation\, but this will be a participant-led discussion. \nCome prepared to have your videos on\, ask questions\, and engage in dialogue with your peers. \nWhen: Monday\, January 30\, 11 am – 12 pm ET \nWhere: Zoom \nCost: FREE for ACA members; $25 for non-members \nRegistration Link\nBecause this session is based on real-time dialogue\, it will not be recorded. Please plan to join us live. \nQuestions? Contact Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at ACA\, New England\, kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another participant from your camp/organization.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/covidatcamp2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,What's the Buzz
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/OutdoorSkills-Mowglis-scaled-e1574277263546.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20221207T191441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T150230Z
UID:8814-1674037800-1674043200@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Child Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:*THIS COURSE HAS REACHED CAPACITY AND REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED! WE STILL HAVE SPACE IN THE 2/1 YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION SESSION. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON THAT PROGRAM.* \nChild Mental Health \nThrough activities\, role-play\, video\, and demonstrations\, participants will spend 90 mins gaining a baseline understanding of the difference between mental health and mental illness\, exploring the stigma of mental health\, learning how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a camper who may be developing a mental health challenge\, and creating a plan to help. \nEach e-session is limited to 25 camps/programs. Your camp’s registration will come with two seats. \nWe highly recommend you join us live for the most robust and engaging experience. If you are unable to do so\, the recording will be made available to registered attendees for 15 days following the live e-session. \nThis course will be presented by trainers from the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America of Greater Houston (the Center) as part of its Emotional Backpack Project. For more information about the Emotional Backpack project\, you can visit here. The Center serves as a “living laboratory” for incubating innovative\, cost-effective and replicable best practices to improve the behavioral health of students by facilitating collective action; providing highly specialized professional development opportunities\, technical assistance and community education; and conducting research\, advocacy\, and policy analysis. \nWe encourage you to join both this training and the Youth Suicide Prevention Training module on February 1\, however you do not need to attend both. They are offered independently of one another. \nAbout the trainers:  \nKeenisha Protho is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Texas with 10 plus years of experience in the field of social work. Originally from Northwest Indiana\, Keenisha started her career as a contracted case manager working with families who lost their children to Child Protective Services to regain custody of their children in 2012. Keenisha received a Bachelor and Maters of Social Work from Indiana University. Over the years\, Keenisha has gained a wealth of knowledge in her experience as a Family Support Specialist\, CPS case worker\, Advocacy Coordinator\, Community Educator\, PRN therapist and Behavior Specialist. As a Professional Development Specialist\, Keenisha enjoys training school personnel and other youth interfacing staff and agencies on topics such as youth mental health and youth suicide prevention. \nSharifa J. Charles serves as a Professional Development Specialist for the Center for School Behavioral Health at Mental Health America – Greater Houston. She is charged with creating and providing high impact\, enriching and culturally sensitive mental and behavioral health professional development opportunities to school districts and community organizations throughout the city of Houston. To date\, she has provided mental and behavioral health trainings in over 25 districts\, countless youth serving organizations across the Greater Houston Area. Ms. Charles has also been deployed to Hurricane ravaged communities like Bay County Florida and the United States Virgin Islands to provide professional development trainings to counselors and first responders. Throughout her professional career\, Sharifa has proudly worked for or collaborated with countless CBOS\, government agencies and NGOs. She brings an extensive background in program implementation\, capacity building\, training and facilitation within diverse vulnerable populations throughout the City of Houston and beyond. \n  \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 18\, 2023\, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm ET \nWhere: Online\, via Zoom  \nCost: $60 for ACA\, New England members/ $85 for non-members. *Each registration comes with two seats for your camp/program. You can select the two participants during the check-out process. Registration of the first person from the camp/organization is based off of individual membership status. \nRegister: THIS COURSE HAS REACHED CAPACITY AND REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED! WE STILL HAVE SPACE IN THE 2/1 YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION SESSION. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON THAT PROGRAM. Please register first person at the FIRST PERSON rate and then the additional person as SECOND PERSON (no additional charge).  \nWe encourage you to join both this training and the Youth Suicide Prevention Training module on February 1\, however you do not need to attend both. They are offered independently of one another. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual from your camp/program prior to the start of the event. \nQuestions\, reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/child-mental-health/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Mental-Health.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221007
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20220823T160757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T163504Z
UID:8028-1665014400-1665100799@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Newer Camp Director Resource Community (October '22 - May '23)
DESCRIPTION:Newer Camp Director Resource Community \n(October 2022 – May 2023)\nFor camp professionals with 1-4 summers of camp director experience\nBoth day and resident camp directors are welcome!\nAs space is limited\, we can only accommodate one director per camp at this time. \nWe know that building community with colleagues from a variety of camps throughout New England will help you feel supported as you move forward in your camping career. \nJoin 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. \nWhile topics are flexible based on the group’s needs/interests\, discussions in prior years have included (but were not limited to) the following: \n\nBuilding & supporting your team: recruiting\, hiring\, compensation & benefits\, retention\, training\, evaluation\nBehind-the-scenes: risk management\, budgeting\, technology\, marketing\nBeing a leader: time management\, hard decisions\nMental\, emotional\, and social health (MESH): policies\, best practices\, resources\, self-care\nCamp culture and tradition: exploring the “why\,” innovating\nParent engagement: handbooks\, communication\, recruitment\n\nWe may ask you to spend 10-15 minutes thinking about a prompt or doing a brief exercise before each meeting. However\, we know your time is valuable\, so most of the “work” will take place during session meetings. \nEmily Golinsky\, Founder of Bright Moose Training\, Consulting & Advocacy\, former Executive Director at Camp Starfish and a member of ACA\, New England’s New Camp Director Workshop faculty\, will facilitate the sessions. Her role will be to encourage participant-led discussions\, provide resources\, offer observations and insights\, all while keeping the conversation and session flow going! \nWhen and where: For 2022-2023\, we will offer a hybrid series with two in-person sessions; one meet-up at the New England Camp Conference\, and six Zoom sessions on the following Thursday dates and times: \n\nThursday\, October 6\, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm\, in-person ACA\, New England office\, 80 Westview Street\, Lexington\, MA (outdoors; no virtual option) \nThursday\, November 3\, 10:00 – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nThursday\, December 8\, 10:00 – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nThursday\, January 5\, 10:00 – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nThursday\, February 9\, 10:00 – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nThursday\, March 2\, 10:00 – 11:30 am\, Zoom\nMarch 30\, 31\, or April 1\, in-person meet-up at the New England Camp Conference for those attending\, day and time TBD\nThursday\, April 13\, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm\, in-person ACA\, New England office\, 80 Westview Street\, Lexington\, MA\nThursday\, May 4\, 10:00 – 11:30 am\, Zoom \n\nWho: Camp directors with between 1-4 completed summers of camp administrator experience (both day and resident camp directors are welcome!). \n This series is not designed to be a how-to\, but more an interactive discussion-based opportunity for directors looking to build their professional network and resource sharing as leaders. If you are looking for more skill-based sessions\, please reach out to ACA\, New England as they may be able to help you identify other opportunities to meet these needs. \nTrying to decide if this is a good fit for you? We’d say yes if your job responsibilities include at least a few of the following: overseeing staff teams\, including HR functions and training; establishing policies for your camp/organization; setting and managing a budget; creating parent handbooks; and being involved with strategic business decisions for your camp/organization. \nAs space is limited\, only one representative per camp can be accommodated at this time. \nCost: $249/ACA members; $299/Non-members. \nRegistration is for the duration of the series – nine sessions in total. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual prior to the start of the series. Once the series begins\, no transfers or substitutions will be permitted. \nParticipants will receive 15 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) for their full participation. \nPlease note: We do not want cost to prohibit a camp professional from joining our event. Should the price of this series be a barrier\, please reach out to Kerry Salvo\, kerry@acanewengland.org to discuss financial assistance options. \nQuestions? Reach out to Kerry\, ACA New England Director of Education and Professional Development\, at kerry@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 104. \n\nAbout the Facilitator \nEmily Golinsky is the Founder of Bright Moose\, LLC\, which provides training\, coaching\, consultation and professional development to camps\, organizations and individuals guided by the motto “Help Others Shine Bright!” Her professional background includes over two decades of year-round and summer camp leadership in both day and residential environments for children in crisis\, special needs youth\, and traditional campers\, including 15 years as Executive Director at Camp Starfish (NH). Emily is a regular presenter at conferences and is active in ACA\, New England\, where she is a Lead Visitor\, conference committee member\, and member of the Faculty for the New Camp Directors Workshop. Emily is on the Board of Directors for NHCamps and is a contributor to Camping Magazine\, ParentingNH\, the Project Real Job Blog\, and the Day Camp Pod. She holds a BS in Health Psychology and an MS in Camp Administration and Leadership. She is also an education advocate for youth with special needs and a certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor. Emily’s sense of humor and genuine warm connection to individuals comes through in her facilitation style. Fair warning: she is an avid collector of terribly awesome puns. \n\n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/ncdrc22-23/
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/OutdoorSkills-Mowglis-scaled-e1574277263546.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220915
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20220608T173023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T191724Z
UID:7848-1663027200-1663199999@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Fall Resident Camp Tours
DESCRIPTION: 2022 September Resident Camp Tours\nCamp Brookwoods and Deer Run – Alton NH \nACA\, New England is excited to bring its Resident Camp Tours back in 2022 and we are heading to New Hampshire! \nThese tours offer attendees a chance to visit five overnight camps in two days\, September 13 & 14\, 2022. This year’s tours will be hosted by Camp Brookwoods/Deer Run\, Camp Kabeyun\, Camp Hale\, Camp Tecumseh\, and Camp Robindel. \nCamp Tecumseh – Moultonborough NH \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. \nKabeyun Camp -Alton NH \n  \nThe $179/member; $199/non-member registration fee includes two lunches and one happy hour with snacks. Travel\, lodging\, breakfast\, and dinner are not included.\n  \nWe will kick off at Camp Brookwoods mid-morning on Tuesday\, September 13 and expect to finish at Camp Robindel on Wednesday\, September 14 around 2:30 pm.  Click HERE for the agenda. \nCamp Robindel – Moultonborough NH \n  \nTo register for the 2022 Resident Camp Tours\, please click HERE. Registration fees are based on individual membership status.\nRegistration closes on Wednesday\, September 7. After that\, please call ACA\, New England at 781-541-6080 to see if we can accommodate you joining us! We kindly request no day-of walk-in registrations. \nRegistrations are non-refundable\, but may be transferred to another eligible individual from your camp/email prior to the start of the event. \nCamp Hale – Sandwich NH \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nThank you to our sponsors\, Anchor Industries and Stickersandmore.com\, for supporting these tours and their ongoing support of ACA\, New England and its members. \n\n  \n\n\nOvernight Accommodations\nACA\, New England has secured a hotel block for attendees at Fireside Inn & Suites in Gilford\, NH for the evening of Tuesday\, September 13. \nDeluxe rooms are $129.99/night + tax and King Suites are $169.99/night + tax. Reservations include a complimentary Grab & Go breakfast. \nTo book\, call 603-293-7526 and mention ACA. Rate available until block is full or September 5\, 2022. \nAdditional hotel options are available nearby in Gilford and Laconia\, or you could also look on the other side of the lake in Wolfeboro or slightly further north in Moultonborough. \n  \nQuestions? Please reach out to Kerry Salvo\, Director of Education and Professional Development\, kerry@acanewengland.org\, 781-541-6080 ext.104.  \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/camptours/
LOCATION:New Hampshire
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Fall-Camp-Tours.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T224949
CREATED:20220209T203042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T155757Z
UID:7095-1655733600-1655737200@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:Executive Functioning at Camp: Teaching and Fostering Independence
DESCRIPTION:Now that the live session date has passed\, you can still register to receive the recording\, which can be viewed through June 20\, 2022.\nACA\, New England Spring E-Session Series \nAttending the New England Camp Conference? Receive 20% off any of the following e-session registrations – email Kerry for the promo code. \nBuy four\, get one free! Register for four e-sessions\, and email Kerry to get a fifth session for free (you can use this all for yourself or mix and match staff from your camp \n  \nExecutive Functioning at Camp: Teaching and Fostering Independence\nProvide the language of what Executive Functioning really is and some expected developmental milestones (often\, young staff can expect more than campers are developmentally capable of doing and this leads to conflict); Provide some examples of where you might predict issues with EF to impede camp participation; Recommendations for how to teach executive functioning at camp and tools to use in the environment and certain activities to build camper independence \nTuesday\, May 17\, 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET\, E-Session on Zoom \nCost: 25$ for individual ACA members; $40 for non-members \nThis session will be recorded and shared with registered attendees who are unable to join live to watch for 30 days. \n\nAbout the Presenters:\n \nElise Wulff\, MGH Aspire \nElise Wulff has over 10 years of experience collaborating with and supporting the neurodiverse population\, their families\, and professionals in both public and private settings. A veteran of the specialized camp world\, Elise helps programs develop\, implement\, and refine staff training modules for such topics as inclusion practices\, behavior management\, social skills development\, stress management\, and self-awareness strategies in the camp setting. Elise combines her teaching experience with research-supported social-emotional interventions to help camps reach their own goals of supporting the Whole Camper. In addition\, Elise oversees year-round programming that includes groups\, parent coaching\, professional development\, curriculum design. \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/executive-functioning-at-camp-teaching-and-fostering-independence/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Spring E-Session Series
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acanewengland.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/OutdoorSkills-Mowglis-scaled-e1574277263546.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Salvo":MAILTO:kerry@acanewengland.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR