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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
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Associate Visitor Course
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
New Director's Orientation
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Youth Mental Health First Aid
11:00 am - 5:30 pm
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
BIPOC Pre-Conference Workshop
1:00 pm - 5:15 pm
Project Real Job
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
EPIC Pre-Conference
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
First-Timer's Orientation
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Joy is the Agenda: A Gathering for Queer, Trans & Allied Camp Pros
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Registration Open
7:30 am - 8:25 am
First Timer’s Orientation
8:00 am - 10:00 am
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Course
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 Hall Sessions
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

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Conference Calendar

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  • EPIC Opening Night Social

    The Royce Social Hall 2801 Pacific Ave #304, Atlantic City, NJ

    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 new ones), grab a [...]

  • From Counselor to Captain: Growing Leaders Season After Season

    Speaker: Ariel Rosen
    Room 404

    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 [...]

  • Give ’em the Pickle: A Lesson in Customer Service

    Speaker: Deidra Clark
    Room 311

    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, [...]

  • From Stops to Stats: Analyzing Data from Transportation

    Speaker: Cameron Bock
    Room 309

    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 [...]

  • Edible Weather: Turning Stormy Days into STEM Days

    Speaker: Jason Frazer
    Room 401

    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 [...]

  • Choosing the Right Channel for the Right Message

    Speaker: Laurie Ehrlich
    Room 418

    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 [...]

  • Say It, Mean It, Move Forward: Accountability That Works

    Speaker: Clayton Dodson
    Room 314

    Giving feedback and having accountability conversations with staff can be challenging, especially when emotions run high, shame creeps in, and motivation takes a hit. In this session, participants will explore [...]

  • Running an Exemplary Camp Inclusion Program

    Speaker: Andy Pritikin
    Room 304

    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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Jefferson Fisher

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Catherine Price

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