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Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned professional, there is something for everyone at the Tri-State CAMP Conference.  Discover why Tri-State is the must-attend conference of the year.  From the 170+ sessions to the energy of our 300+ exhibit hall to the networking opportunities, Tri-State is the premiere conference for improving your camp program and growing as a camp professional.

March 10-12, 2026

Atlantic City Convention Center,

Atlantic City, New Jersey
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Agenda At A Glance

Take a look at each day of the conference to help you plan out your experience.

10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Registration Open
All Day
Pre-Con information coming soon
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Registration Open
7:30 am - 8:25 am
First Timer’s Orientation
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Concurrent Session Block A
9:45 am - 11:00 am
General Session
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Tuesday Dining Halls
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Concurrent Session Block B
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Concurrent Session Block C
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Affinity Group Meetings
2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Exhibit Hall Open
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Registration Open
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Concurrent Session Block D
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Open
9:45 am - 10:45 am
Concurrent Session Block E
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Wednesday Dining Halls
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Concurrent Session Block F
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Concurrent Session Block G
4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Open
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Affinity Group Meetings
7:30 am - 12:45 pm
Registration Open
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Concurrent Session Block H
10:15 am - 11:15 am
Concurrent Session Block I
11:30 am - 12:45 pm
General Session

Learn More: Conference Details, Tips and Tricks

Find out all the details you need to know to attend the world’s largest summer camp conference including conference costs, policies, session information and more.

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Upcoming Events

Conference Calendar

The conference calendar is your key to all things Tri-State.  Look through for the dates and times for all session info, exhibit hall hours, social events, affinity groups and more. 

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  • EPIC Opening Night Social

    Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

    The ACA, NY & NJ EPIC Committee is excited start Tri-State 2026 off at the Opening Night Social. Come ready to re-connect with friends (or make a new one), grab [...]

  • Speaker: Ariel Rosen

    From Counselor to Captain: Growing Leaders Season After Season

    At BBYO, summer staff aren't just seasonal hires—they're the foundation of a thriving leadership pipeline. Through intentional training, mentorship, and multi-year growth opportunities, BBYO equips staff with the tools to [...]

  • Speaker: Cameron Bock

    From Stops to Stats: Analyzing Data from Transportation

    Explores camp transportation as a dynamic system that can be measured, understood, and optimized. This session will guide camp leaders in turning complex data-covering routes, bus capacities, arrival and dismissal [...]

  • Speaker: Deidra Clark

    Give ’em the Pickle: A Lesson in Customer Service

    Customer service is important because it drives loyalty, increases registration, and builds a positive brand reputation. How we treat our families can make the difference between us and our competitors, [...]

  • Speaker: Jason Frazer

    Edible Weather: Turning Stormy Days into STEM Days

    When the weather changes, camp doesn't have to stop - it can transform. In this lively, hands-on workshop, meteorologist Jason Frazer introduces Edible Weather, a creative STEM-based activity that helps [...]

  • Speaker: Laurie Ehrlich

    Choosing the Right Channel for the Right Message

    Your families are bombarded with information in weekly emails, reminder texts, social posts, app notifications, and more. From time-sensitive alerts to driving excitement for re-enrollment, let's explore how to deliver [...]

  • Speaker: Eric Meltzer

    Running a Successful Ninja Program at Camp: From Safety to Fun

    Ninja programs are exploding in popularity, offering campers the ultimate mix of challenge, confidence-building, and fun. This session breaks down how to design and deliver a safe, engaging, and sustainable [...]

  • Speaker: Andy Pritikin

    Running an Exemplary Camp Inclusion Program

    20% of our campers receive support for additional needs from their school districts. What does your camp do to support and assimilate these children into your program successfully? As a [...]

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Pre-Conference

Start your Tri-State experience a day earlier with our Pre-Conference day.  This day is dedicated to more in-depth learning on specific topics including our New Directors Orientation, an Associate Visitor Course, EPIC Pre-Conference, Youth Mental Health First Aid and more.

Become a Speaker

Interested in sharing your expertise with the camp community at the largest camp conference in the world?  We welcome your speaker submission on any topic that may be of interest to camp professionals.  Speaker applications open in September of each year. 

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David Brooks

Danny Meyer

CEO, Union Square Hospitality Group

Keynotes

Don’t Miss Top Tier Keynote Speakers

We bring together the premier roster of leaders in the camp and hospitality sectors to share their knowledge.
Dominique Dawes

Katie Sowers

American Football Coach

Don’t Miss the Largest and Most
Influential CAMP Conference of the Year!