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SUMMARY:Health Center Staffing:  Diversity in Roles and Needs
DESCRIPTION:Camps have diverse profiles\, locations\, and operations. This means that there is no one particular health service model that works for everyone. This session will discuss the many variables that impact the decision of camp leadership on how to most effectively and safely staff health services.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/health-center-staffing-diversity-in-roles-and-needs-2/
LOCATION:Room 421
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
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SUMMARY:From Interview to Arrival: Building a Strong Staff Onboarding Experience Before Day One
DESCRIPTION:At Woodmont Day Camp\, onboarding our staff doesn’t begin at orientation—it starts the moment they are invited to interview. In this session\, we’ll walk through the systems and strategies we use to initiate communication and subsequently prepare our staff before they even arrive at camp. From interview tools to pre-season emails\, and even an online introductory “course\,” learn how we’ve designed our onboarding process to build excitement\, confidence\, and connection long before our staff ever sets foot on camp for orientation.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/from-interview-to-arrival-building-a-strong-staff-onboarding-experience-before-day-one-2/
LOCATION:Room 408/409
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SUMMARY:How Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Camp Operations
DESCRIPTION:This session explores how emerging technologies are already reshaping the way camps operate\, with examples like automated medical form processing\, camper intake profiles that surface important insights\, time-saving email and communication tools\, and AI-assisted staff hiring processes. Attendees will see how “Efficiency AI” can streamline operations and how “Opportunity AI” can open new frontiers in safety\, camper experience\, and personalized parent engagement. Participants will leave with clear\, actionable ideas for integrating AI into their own camp operations.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/how-artificial-intelligence-will-transform-camp-operations-2/
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SUMMARY:The Inside-Out Camp: How to Prioritize Your Staff
DESCRIPTION:What is the true engine of an unforgettable camp experience? This session explores the powerful “Inside-Out” leadership model\, a framework built on one core principle: a thriving camp starts from within. Leo\, a camp leader with over 15 years of field-tested experience\, will demonstrate how prioritizing the staff journey—their growth\, well-being\, and sense of purpose—creates a powerful ripple effect across the entire camp. Discover practical strategies to build an exceptional staff experience that directly translates into higher staff retention\, deeper camper engagement\, and a vibrant\, self-sustaining culture. Attendees will leave with actionable tools to focus on their team and unlock their camp’s true potential.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/the-inside-out-camp-how-to-prioritize-your-staff-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215538Z
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SUMMARY:Responding to Racially Charged Language Among Campers using the "Speak Up Superpowers" Framework
DESCRIPTION:“Go back to Mexico or I’ll report you to ICE” one of your counselors overheard their camper jokingly say this to a Latinx camper and is asking for your help to address it. As adults in charge of camper safety\, we need tools and strategies to address racially charged language among campers. In this interactive workshop\, we will begin by recognizing how unconscious beliefs can influence interactions and interpretations. Using real-life camp scenarios\, we’ll then apply the “Speak Up Superpowers” framework along with an understanding of applicable frameworks\, and a sense that addressing racially charged incidents is an ongoing learning process that requires active participation and continuous growth.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/responding-to-racially-charged-language-among-campers-using-the-speak-up-superpowers-framework-2/
LOCATION:Room 311
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
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SUMMARY:Painted Projects for All
DESCRIPTION:Paint\, painting\, painted can be so many different things. Come explore different uses of paints\, and different types of simple paints. Join in the fun as we colorfully paint our way to making several unique crafts with string\, paper\, water\, rocks\, and paint. Participants can expect to create 2-3 crafts in a supportive\, fun environment and leave with directions and ideas for many more painting projects.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/painted-projects-for-all-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215549Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of the Narrative: Using Storytelling to Transform Your Camp
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will move beyond treating stories as simple anecdotes and instead learn how to craft and deploy them to solve concrete challenges. Participants will learn how storytelling can transform a camp’s identity into a compelling brand\, communicate a unified vision to staff and stakeholders\, elevate routine training into memorable\, impactful lessons\, enrich program areas to foster deeper camper engagement\, and build an unshakeable bond of trust with parents. Specifically\, this workshop will provide staff with a practical toolkit of narrative frameworks and prompts\, enabling them to tell powerful stories that inspire action\, build community\, and foster a deeper connection to instructional objectives and the camp’s mission. By the end of this session\, attendees will not just understand the theory of storytelling; they will have a practical toolkit to immediately implement\, creating a more cohesive\, engaging\, and successful camp community.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/the-power-of-the-narrative-using-storytelling-to-transform-your-camp-2/
LOCATION:Room 322
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215604Z
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SUMMARY:From Florida Man to The Bear - Lessons Learned in the Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:For 29 summers\, Iain has lived the camp and camp kitchen life from washing dishes to running a resident camp. In this lively session\, he shares lessons learned along the way: the meals that worked (and didn’t)\, camper feedback\, silly traditions\, and how his kitchen evolved into one of the highest-rated parts of camp. Discover what makes a camp dining experience truly memorable\, explore your own non-negotiables\, and leave inspired with a few new ideas and maybe a craving for Taco Tuesday.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/from-florida-man-to-the-bear-lessons-learned-in-the-kitchen-2/
LOCATION:Room 315
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215618Z
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SUMMARY:Creating a Camp Culture People Want To Be A Part Of
DESCRIPTION:The best camps intentionally build cultures where campers and staff feel seen\, valued\, and inspired to return year after year. This session explores practical ways to create a positive\, inclusive\, mission-driven camp culture through strong values\, intentional onboarding\, meaningful traditions\, and authentic leadership. Learn how to foster belonging\, promote staff ownership\, and prevent burnout or culture drift. Help your camp become a community people are proud to be part of long after summer ends.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/creating-a-camp-culture-people-want-to-be-a-part-of-2/
LOCATION:Room 310
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215630Z
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SUMMARY:Where Does the Soup Go? Lessons Learned From an Anxious Kid... Who Grew into a Teen
DESCRIPTION:Years ago\, my son’s first camp experience came wrapped in tears\, fear\, and overwhelming anxiety\, an experience that changed how my team approached camp. Now older\, his worries have grown and shifted\, offering new lessons about supporting teens. Back by popular demand\, this session expands on the beloved “Where Does the Soup Go?” presentation. \nTogether\, we’ll explore the reality of anxiety for both brain and body\, the unique benefits and challenges that summer camps bring for anxious youth\, and how staff can adapt their approach as campers grow. \nParticipants will leave with practical strategies to support anxious campers with empathy and humor\, tools to help teens build belonging and resilience\, and actionable steps to train and empower staff to better meet the needs of today’s campers.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/where-does-the-soup-go-lessons-learned-from-an-anxious-kid-who-grew-into-a-teen-2/
LOCATION:Room 417
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
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SUMMARY:From Hookup Culture to Consent Culture: How to Make the Difficult Transition
DESCRIPTION:When camp staff arrive at the beginning of each summer\, they are not blank slates. Hookup culture\, the harmful sexual culture on high school and college campuses today\, has far-reaching impacts on the way our staff have learned to conceptualize sex\, romance\, and intimacy. To foster a healthy\, professional culture among staff\, camps have the opportunity to address hookup culture and consent in their staff training and cultural expectations. Building a culture that celebrates consent and self-advocacy skills will also allow us to do the most important thing of all: care for our campers better. This session will allow camp leaders to understand the hookup culture their staff are entrenched in outside of camp and build the tools to take tangible steps towards building a consent culture this summer.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/from-hookup-culture-to-consent-culture-how-to-make-the-difficult-transition-2/
LOCATION:Room 314
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215731Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Comfortable With Your Budget: A Crash Course in Fiscal Management
DESCRIPTION:Let’s be honest – most of us didn’t get into camping because we love spreadsheets. But budgets shape everything we do: what we can build\, who we can hire\, and how we show up for our campers. \nThis crash course is for camp leaders who want to finally feel confident talking about money. We’ll walk through what a camp budget really means\, then jump into hands-on “what if” challenges. What if enrollment drops mid-season? What if we actually make more money than expected? You’ll practice adjusting\, prioritizing\, and explaining your decisions in ways that make sense to boards\, families\, and staff. \nYou’ll leave with simple tools\, real examples\, and the confidence to stop dodging the finance talk—because leading well means owning the numbers\, not fearing them.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/getting-comfortable-with-your-budget-a-crash-course-in-fiscal-management-2/
LOCATION:Room 301
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T020000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251215T195608Z
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SUMMARY:Campchella
DESCRIPTION:Campchella is Tri-State’s late-night celebration! Hosted inside Kiss Kiss Nightclub at the Tropicana\, the event transforms a neon-lit nightclub into a high-energy gathering place for camp professionals from across the country. \nAttendees can expect a full nightclub experience curated by the Magen Group\, complete with DJs\, lighting\, and an atmosphere designed for connection\, nostalgia\, and fun. Campchella blends the spirit of camp with the energy of Atlantic City nightlife\, offering a space to unwind\, dance\, and reconnect with old and new friends after a full day at the conference.\n \nPlease note the ACA\, NY & NJ is not responsible for or a decision maker on this event.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/campchella/
LOCATION:Kiss Kiss Nightclub\, 2801 Pacific Ave Suite 308\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, 08401
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T000000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260223T142457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T151950Z
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SUMMARY:Everybody Dance Now!: A 90s Dance Party Celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ & Allies
DESCRIPTION:From MTV TRL classics to dance-floor anthems\, TRL: Everybody Dance Now! is a 90s throwback celebration of LGBTQIA+ joy\, community\, and their allies who show up. Bring your best 90s energy and dance like it’s 1999—everyone’s invited\, and neon/90s attire is encouraged! \nThe dance floor is on the 2nd floor. DJ Triple B will begin at 9 pm. Byrdcage AC is a restaurant\, so feel free to come early for dinner or mingling. There is also an outside firepit area open all night for anyone looking for a place to hang\, without the music. \n 
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/everybody-dance-now-a-90s-dance-party/
LOCATION:Byrdcage AC\, 3426 Atlantic Avenue\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260127T213452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T213334Z
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SUMMARY:Camps on Campus Gathering
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URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/camps-on-campus-gathering/
LOCATION:Room 405/406
CATEGORIES:Social Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260109T175857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T214011Z
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SUMMARY:Playshop: A Workshop of Play and Community
DESCRIPTION:This “Playshop” is an interactive introduction to Playworks’ approach—and you’re part of the fun. In 90 minutes of play and community building\, participants will explore: \n\nInclusive games and activities for campers of all ages\nGroup management and facilitation techniques that promote positive engagement\nStaff\, equipment\, and space systems that support successful programming\nAdditional Playworks resources to strengthen your team and camp culture\n\nJoin Playworks to get moving\, connect with fellow conference attendees\, and leave inspired—with practical tools and resources to make this your best camp year yet. \n  \nPlayworks is the leading national nonprofit using the power of play to help children thrive. For more than 30 years\, we have partnered with schools and community-based organizations to promote healthy behaviors\, strengthen social-emotional learning\, and create safe\, inclusive environments where kids feel connected and engaged. \nWe believe joyful\, safe play builds more than skills—it builds character. Through play\, children develop compassion\, cooperation\, integrity\, and resilience\, forming an inner compass that supports lifelong growth. Grounded in fairness\, respect\, and teamwork\, Playworks programs nurture children’s physical\, social\, and emotional well-being while strengthening the adults and systems that support them. \nPlayworks offers capacity-building trainings for educators\, youth-serving staff\, and families. Led by expert trainers\, these interactive workshops share proven\, youth-development–informed strategies to engage young people\, prevent and redirect challenging behavior\, strengthen group management\, and expand opportunities for learning and resilience.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/playshop-a-workshop-of-play-and-community/
LOCATION:Room 202
CATEGORIES:Social Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260127T213417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T212932Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Educators Meet and Greet
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/outdoor-educators-meet-and-greet/
LOCATION:Room 419
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260127T213339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T213449Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Camps Meet and Greet
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/nonprofit-camps-meet-and-greet/
LOCATION:Room 403
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260127T213304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T213041Z
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SUMMARY:ACA Virginias Gathering
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/aca-virginias-gathering/
LOCATION:Room 418
CATEGORIES:Social Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260227T215936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T215936Z
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SUMMARY:AI Playground: Hands-On Tools for Camp Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Already experimenting but want to go deeper? Pull up a chair at the AI Playground\, a roundtable session designed for camp professionals at every comfort level. Six tables\, six AI tools\, six real camp scenarios. Each table is hosted by a camp professional who will walk you through a live demo of an AI tool solving a problem you actually face: drafting parent emails\, generating staff training materials\, building a rainy day craft project from a photo of your supply closet\, creating a custom camp song\, and more. No tech background required. Pick a table\, watch a demo\, ask questions\, and rotate to try a second tool. You will leave with practical skills you can use this summer and a handout with links and prompts to keep experimenting on your own. \nHosted by the Tech at Camp Affinity Group. This session is for all levels\, from AI-curious beginners to experienced users. Bring a laptop or phone if you have one (but not required).
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/ai-playground-hands-on-tools-for-camp-professionals/
LOCATION:Room 419
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20260210T182129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T182129Z
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SUMMARY:Preventing Homesickness and Promoting Adjustment
DESCRIPTION:Time away from home is always challenging\, for campers as well as staff\, whether they are new or returning. Why let intense feelings of missing home—which 20% of young people feel—get in the way of enjoying the awesome programs you offer? With the right tools\, your camp can prevent debilitating homesickness and promote positive adjustment to time away from home. Learn how to prevent “pick-up deals\,” create positive expectations\, and help everyone feel like camp is their home away from home!
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/preventing-homesickness-and-promoting-adjustment/
LOCATION:Room 303
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T205908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T205908Z
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SUMMARY:Get Active! Vendor Make-and-Take
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we gather to make easy and fun projects that you can take with you when you are done. This is a great session to pick up new ideas for quick and easily implemented projects for your camp’s Arts and Crafts\, STEM\, Nature programs and more.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/get-active-vendor-make-and-take-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215742Z
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SUMMARY:Fostering Camp Culture Through Data-Driven Program Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Creating a safe\, transformative camp experience requires more than supervision and policies – it demands intentional design grounded in data and continuous improvement. This session explores how Change Summer uses Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) data and strategies to drive program innovation and cultivate environments where campers thrive and are safe. We believe safety and emotional well-being are directly correlated\, and ensure both are incorporated into our camp culture and our program. We’ll share how we created tailored\, data-driven camper surveys\, how we interpret our data insights to shape programming and culture\, and how we are continuing to innovate the way we measure our impact.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/fostering-a-culture-of-safety-through-data-driven-program-innovation-2/
LOCATION:Room 322
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
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SUMMARY:“From Nit to Know-How”—The Science. The Search. The Solution to Calm and Effective Head Lice Management
DESCRIPTION:Head lice can feel like a big disruption at camp\, but it doesn’t have to be. In this workshop\, lice professionals Laurene Plourde and Jill Bazos\, will share proven strategies to keep lice from becoming a stressful memory for campers\, staff\, and parents. We’ll walk through the science of lice\, dispel common myths\, and provide a clear\, step-by-step process for effective head checks and treatment procedures. Participants will learn what supplies and systems every camp should have in place\, how to minimize disruptions when lice are discovered\, and how to decide whether to manage checks in-house or bring in a professional. Our goal is to ensure every camp leaves equipped with confidence and actionable steps for a stress-free lice management process.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/dont-let-lice-bug-your-summer-stress-free-management-for-camps-2/
LOCATION:Room 417
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T214445Z
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SUMMARY:Lessons from Two Recent ACA Legends of Camping Award Winners: Recalling the Past\, Assessing the Present\, and Predicting the Future
DESCRIPTION:Join two of ACA’s most recent Legends of Camping Award recipients as they share stories from their journeys\, reflect on today’s challenges\, and inspire us with a vision for the future of camp. Packed with wisdom\, humor\, and heart\, this session will leave you energized and reminded of why camp matters yesterday\, today\, and tomorrow.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/lessons-from-two-recent-aca-legends-of-camping-award-winners-recalling-the-past-assessing-the-present-and-predicting-the-future-2/
LOCATION:Room 313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T214509Z
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SUMMARY:Insanity or Genius?  The Magic of Camper Choice at Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can elevate your day camp culture by allowing campers to self-select their daily activities and how to overcome barriers for implementation. This session will discuss how SummerCollab has implemented choice activities for campers in grades 1-8\, and the magic that happens when kids make their own choices. If you are looking to improve culture\, decrease camper behavior\, and/or enhance your staff development\, the magic of camper choice might be your missing solution.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/insanity-or-genius-the-magic-of-camper-choice-at-day-camp-3/
LOCATION:Room 301
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T214533Z
UID:10000343-1773242100-1773245700@tristatecampconference.com
SUMMARY:Selling Beyond Summer: How Sales Pro Certification Builds a Year-Round Camp Business
DESCRIPTION:Stop filling your camp with groups that drain your staff and your budget. Join us for an honest look at how a few smart shifts can help you sell out your groups and conferences without burning out your team. During the “off season\,” camps often end up taking whatever groups they can get. These low-paying\, high-demand groups create more stress than revenue. It doesn’t have to be that way.\nThis session will show you how to find the groups that fit your mission\, respect your staff\, and make the work feel easier. We’ll dig into practical ways to streamline your off-season operations so you can run more efficient groups and walk into summer fully focused on what you do best: creating incredible experiences for your campers
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/selling-beyond-summer-how-sales-pro-certification-builds-a-year-round-camp-business-2/
LOCATION:Room 408/409
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T214628Z
UID:10000342-1773242100-1773245700@tristatecampconference.com
SUMMARY:One Plan\, Many Scenarios: Tips for Building an All-Hazards Emergency Response Framework for Camps
DESCRIPTION:Emergencies can happen at any time\, from severe weather and medical incidents to missing campers or active threats. In all these situations\, planning is key\, but it can often feel overwhelming. Camp leaders\, staff\, and campers can all benefit from one clear\, adaptable emergency response framework that works across a wide range of scenarios.\nJoin a longtime 4-H Camp Director\, a Police Officer\, and a Fire Lieutenant as they share practical ways to build an all-hazards emergency plan that’s simple to teach\, easy to practice\, and ready to use. You’ll learn how to define clear roles\, set up effective communication steps\, collaborate with first responders as part of your camp training\, and make sure your entire team feels confident when it matters most.\nParticipants will leave with real-world tips\, sample tools\, and a solid foundation they can adapt to help everyone stay calm\, coordinated\, and safe.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/one-plan-many-scenarios-tips-for-building-an-all-hazards-emergency-response-framework-for-camps-2/
LOCATION:Room 421
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T214643Z
UID:10000341-1773242100-1773245700@tristatecampconference.com
SUMMARY:The Business of Camp: Reading Your Financial Story
DESCRIPTION:We don’t have to love the business side of camp to know it matters. This session helps you decode what your financial reports are really saying\, and why understanding them empowers you to lead more strategically. You’ll learn how to read the three core financial statements (income statement\, balance sheet\, and cash flow report) in plain language\, spot red flags or opportunities\, and use that knowledge to strengthen your camp’s financial sustainability and mission delivery. Perfect for camp leaders who want confidence\, not confusion\, when looking at the numbers.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/the-business-of-camp-reading-your-financial-story-2/
LOCATION:Room 315
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T161500
DTSTAMP:20260501T144620
CREATED:20251209T203133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T214724Z
UID:10000338-1773242100-1773245700@tristatecampconference.com
SUMMARY:Lessons Learned from Leading a Camp Startup
DESCRIPTION:Learn the triumphs and misadventures of starting and growing a camp… all without the blood\, sweat\, and tears! This fast-paced session shares practical\, battle-tested lessons learned over two summers of launching and scaling a new day camp. From programming cheat codes to novel staffing strategies\, you’ll walk away with ideas you can apply immediately\, whether you’re building something new or energizing an existing program.
URL:https://tristatecampconference.com/event/lessons-learned-from-leading-a-camp-startup-2/
LOCATION:Room 304
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