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SUMMARY:2026 New England Camp Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 2026 New England Camp Conference is OPEN!\nJoin us in Manchester\, NH for 3 days (March 26-28) of education\, connection\, and FUN!\nClick here for registration details
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/2026-new-england-camp-conference/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop 3/25/26
DESCRIPTION:ACA\, New England: New Camp Director Workshop\n(a 101-level offering)\nOnline registration has closed\, but we will accept walk-in registrations on Wednesday\, March 25. Please complete and bring this form with you to expedite your registration.\nACA\, New England’s New Camp Director Workshop is a fast-paced\, one-day program designed to give new and aspiring camp directors greater understanding of the scope and key functions of the professional role of the camp director\, including the following:\n\nTransition to Leadership and the Camp Director Role\nKnowing your Camp – mission & values\, culture\, your audience\nThe Business of Camp – finances\, policies & procedures\, continuous improvement\nRisk Management & Emergency Planning – best practices\, mandated reporting\, assessing risk\, emergency action plans\, and crisis response\nBuilding and Managing a Team – recruitment\, hiring\, training\, supervision\, retention\nHot Topics & things you don’t think of\n\nParticipants will also be assigned a “Resource Group” with other attendees and an instructor and can expect the opportunity to connect with them at least three times within a year of taking the course. \nIdeal participants are full-time and part-time camp directors in their first three years of the role\, and aspiring camp directors.  \nThe course is taught by instructors from a variety of different camp backgrounds who have at least 7 years of experience as a camp director. \nParticipants will come away from the day with:\n\nA welcome to the American Camp Association\, New England\, which serves camps throughout the region with programming\, resources\, and accreditation services;\nIncreased knowledge related to the topics above;\nA library of handouts and resources to utilize; and\nConnection with experienced instructors and a network of new colleagues to connect with for ongoing support\n\nACA Core Competencies covered in this workshop:\n\nBusiness Management\nEvaluation\nFamily & Connection\nHealth & Wellness\nHuman Resources\nLeadership\nRisk Management\nYouth Development\n\n*Please note: this course does not cover basic youth development\, curriculum\, or program design principles. \nWhen: Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026; 8:00am to 6:00pm \nWhere: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, Manchester NH \nMember Price: $110 \nNon-Member Price: $140 \nThe New Camp Director Workshop is a full-day program. Attendance for the entirety of the program is required to receive education credits and a certificate of completion.  \n  \nHave questions? Reach out to Gillian\, Events & Logistics Manager\, at gillian@acanewengland.org\, or call our office at 781-541-6080 \n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nUse of Images and Audio by ACA\, New England: Through my registration\, I give American Camp Association\, New England (ACANE) full rights and permissions with respect to any photographs\, video\, and audio recordings taken during the ACANE event. These images and recordings may be used by ACANE and its agents in any format or medium and for any lawful purpose.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-camp-director-workshop-3-25-26/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,New Camp Director Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T192550Z
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SUMMARY:2025 New England Camp Conference
DESCRIPTION:The New England Camp Conference brings over 800 attendees from 250+ camps around New England together for three days of learning and networking with dynamic speakers\, established industry experts\, and each other! Click here for more details and registration information.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/2025-new-england-camp-conference/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop 3/26/25
DESCRIPTION:Online Registration is now closed and the course has reached capacity. However\, we do want to try and accommodate you if possible. If you would like to join us\, email kerry@acanewengland.org and she will confirm if we can add you as a walk-in attendee. \nAre you a new camp director\, or planning a career in camp? \nJoin us for a FAST PACED day focused on the many topics of running camp.  Staff training\, supervision\, hiring\, firing\, and so many more! \nA team of experienced directors and consultants will lead workshops and provide invaluable materials and hands-on training scenarios. \nCome prepared to fill your brain and notebook with lots of useful information. \n  \nCost: $105 for members\, $125 for non-members. \nWhere & When:  DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown; March 26\, 2025 from 8:30am to 6:00pm. [Check-in starts at 8 am and the course will begin promptly at 8:30 am.] \nLunch is included with registration (more details to come). \nClick here to register \nThis is a pre-conference offering in conjunction with the 2025 New England Camp Conference \nIf you are taking this training to fulfill the Massachusetts Camp Licensing requirements for directors\, please note you ALSO need to attend the training with the Department of Public Health.  This training will be held in conjunction with Massachusetts Camping Association in the Spring. \n  \nQuestions\, reach out Gillian Gold\, Events & Logistics Coordinator at gillian@acanewengland.org or 781-541-6080 ext. 106. \nUse of Images and Audio by ACA\, New England: Through my registration\, I give American Camp Association\, New England (ACANE) full rights and permissions with respect to any photographs\, video\, and audio recordings taken during the ACANE event. These images and recordings may be used by ACANE and its agents in any format or medium and for any lawful purpose.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-camp-director-workshop-3-26-25/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,New Camp Director Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACA%2C New England":MAILTO:camp@acanewengland.org
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SUMMARY:NE Accreditation Process Workshop 3/20/24
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to provide an overview of the ACA Accreditation Process. \nEvery camp being visited in 2024 must have at least one person who completes this course on behalf of the camp; that person must actively assist in preparation for the accreditation visit\, be engaged in on-site operations during the camp season\, and participate fully in the on-site accreditation visit.\n*Multiple people from a camp are encouraged to take this course. \nParticipants feel excited\, engaged\, and ready to manage the accreditation process for their camp. They know where to find and how to use information\, resources\, and technology provided by ACA. They can navigate the Accreditation Process Guide v.2019 to understand compliance and applicability of standards\, including how to maintain accreditation through the visit and non-visit years and the purpose and steps of preparing written documentation. \n  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\nAdditional Information\n\nThis class will be held in person\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Us\n\nQuestions: \nContact Elizabeth Snell\, Director of Accreditation Services \nelizabeth@acanewengland.org \n781-541-6080 \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/ne-accreditation-process-workshop-3-20-24/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,Accreditation Process Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T080000
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CREATED:20231108T174454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T215825Z
UID:10943-1710921600-1710957600@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop 3/20/24
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new camp director or planning a career in camp ? \nJoin us for a FAST PACED day focused on the many topics of running camp.  Staff training\, supervision\, hiring\, firing\, and so many more! \nCome prepared to fill your brain and notebook with lots of useful information. \nA team of experienced directors and consultants will lead workshops and provide invaluable materials and hands-on training scenarios. \nLunch is included is included with this registration. More details on lunch will be announced closer to the session. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMASSACHUSETTS PEOPLE PLEASE NOTE: If you are taking this training to fulfill the Massachusetts Camp Licensing requirements for directors\, please note you ALSO need to attend a training with the Department of Public Health. The DPH trainings are normally coordinated with the Massachusetts Camping Association and this year are taking place on April 24 & 25. ACA\, New England’s New Camp Director Workshop satisfies the requirement for Director training discussed at the Massachusetts Camping Association’s DPH meeting. \n 
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-camp-director-workshop-3-20-24/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,New Camp Director Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T123000
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UID:8675-1680082200-1680093000@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:NE Accreditation Process Workshop 3/29/23
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to provide an overview of the ACA Accreditation Process. \nEvery camp being visited in 2023 must have at least one person who completes this course on behalf of the camp; that person must actively assist in preparation for the accreditation visit\, be engaged in on-site operations during the camp season\, and participate fully in the on-site accreditation visit. \nParticipants feel excited\, engaged\, and ready to manage the accreditation process for their camp. They know where to find and how to use information\, resources\, and technology provided by ACA. They can navigate the Accreditation Process Guide v.2019 to understand compliance and applicability of standards\, including how to maintain accreditation through the visit and non-visit years and the purpose and steps of preparing written documentation. \nThis course will be In Person\n*Multiple people from a camp are encouraged to take this course.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/ne-accreditation-process-workshop-3-29-23/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,Accreditation Process Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230329T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T043137
CREATED:20221215T192411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T165641Z
UID:8860-1680076800-1680112800@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop 3/29/23
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new camp director or planning a career in camp ?\nJoin us for a FAST PACED day focused on the many topics of running camp.  Staff training\, supervision\, hiring\, firing\, and so many more! \nCome prepared to fill your brain and notebook with lots of useful information. \nA team of experienced directors and consultants will lead workshops and provide invaluable materials and hands-on training scenarios. \nA boxed lunch is included with this registration. Please select your meal choice on the last page of the registration process.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/ncdw32923/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,New Camp Director Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T043137
CREATED:20211129T151610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T151610Z
UID:6389-1648027800-1648042200@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New England Accreditation Process Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Formerly the Standards Course\, this workshop is designed for camp representatives who are preparing for accreditation visits in 2022 and beyond. The course is appropriate for those who are new to the accreditation process AND those who have been part of an accreditation visit or completed standards training in the past. Every camp being visited must have at least one person who completes the workshop on behalf of the camp; that person must actively assist in preparation for the accreditation visit\, be on site a significant amount of time during the camp season and participate fully in the on-site accreditation visit. \nAdditional Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease preregister for this course. \nYou may pre-purchase a boxed lunch for $16 during the registration process. \nOtherwise\, you may bring a bagged lunch with you.
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-england-accreditation-process-workshop/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,Accreditation Process Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Snell":MAILTO:elizabeth@acanewengland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T043137
CREATED:20211129T150943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T185241Z
UID:6386-1648024200-1648058400@www.acanewengland.org
SUMMARY:New Camp Director Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is “Boot Camp” for new camp directors or those planning a camp career. In a small\, supportive atmosphere\, we will discuss the many tools you’ll need for running a successful day or resident camp. Learn from the pros about everything from staff hiring and training to working with parents\, from dealing with children to handling the everyday situations and issues that are an inevitable part of your life at camp. A team of experienced directors and consultants will lead workshops and provide invaluable materials and hands-on training scenarios. \nA boxed lunch is included with this registration. Please select your meal choice on the last page of the registration process. \nACA Members $80 / Non-members $105 \n\nWe extend our sincere gratitude to this Workshop’s sponsor: \nChalmers Camp Insurance
URL:https://www.acanewengland.org/event/new-camp-director-workshop-3/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown\, 700 Elm St\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101
CATEGORIES:Education,New Camp Director Workshop
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