ACA NY - NJ

Women in Camp Meetup
2026-01-12 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual via Zoom
Join us for a virtual meetup on January 12th at 1 pm. This meetup is open to all who identify as women in the camp industry. It’s a chance to connect with others who share your experiences, talk about the realities of being a woman in camp, and explore what’s on your mind. Come ready to share, listen, and be part of a supportive community. Whether you’re new to camp or have been part of the field for years, this space is for you.
Please register to receive the Zoom link.

Calm Among Chaos: Triage and Space Management When The Camp Health Center Fills Up
2026-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual via Zoom
Calm Among Chaos: Triage and Space Management When The Camp Health Center Fills Up
When a bug circulates at camp, the health center operations become the hottest activity around. Join Dr. Jonathan Jassey and Dr. Jeffrey Schor, of Concierge Pediatrics, as they discuss effective health center staffing and operations, and how to provide safe and creative triage methods during times of surge, allowing camp docs to keep their cool and help campers get back to the fun.
This free webinar is for ACA, NY & NJ Members only. If you do not know your membership status, please contact Jenna@acanynj.org.
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About Our Presenters:
Jeffrey Schor, MD, MBA, MPH
Dr. Jeffrey Schor is a healthcare executive and physician leader who currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Concierge Pediatrics. He is also the founder of PM Pediatric Care, where he led as co-Chief Executive Officer from 2005 to 2024. Under his leadership, PM Pediatric Care grew into one of the largest urgent care organizations in the US with over 90 locations in 16 states, as well as being known for setting the standard in pediatric urgent care delivery, clinical quality, and patient experience. PM Pediatric Care also worked with dozens of local and summer camps throughout the early Covid period, helping to provide education, protocols, and care during that difficult time. On a personal level, Dr. Schor spent 20+ years as a camp doctor while also helping to coordinate care throughout the year by developing protocols, determining supply needs, and creating staffing models.
Prior to founding PM Pediatric Care, Dr. Schor served as Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Associate Chairman of Emergency Medicine at New York-Presbyterian Queens (formerly New York Hospital Queens), where he played a key role in the development and expansion of both pediatric and adult emergency services. Dr. Schor is board certified in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
Jonathan Jassey, DO
Dr. Jonathan Jassey is the founding physician and Chief Medical Officer of Concierge Pediatrics. He graduated from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Winthrop University Hospital. Board certified in Pediatrics, Dr. Jassey specializes in pediatric care from infancy to late adolescence, with expertise in sleep issues, autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD. Dr. Jassey has served as the head physician at Trails End Camp for over 10 years.
Dr. Jassey is the co-author of The Newborn Sleep Book and has earned multiple awards, including the Patients’ Choice Award, the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award, LI Top Docs Award, and he has been a Best of Long Island nominee for Best Pediatrician three years in a row. Outside of medicine, he enjoys coaching his daughters in sports and is a passionate fan of the Mets, Giants, Knicks, and Islanders.

Day Camp Administrators Roundtable
2026-01-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual via Zoom
Come join fellow Day Camp Administrators for a virtual roundtable discussion!

This group gathers 2-3 times a year to meet and discuss topics specific to the role of Camp Administrators in the day camp setting. Topics may include transportation (routing and planning), camper and staff onboarding, year-round communication, new technologies, and more.

The Day Camp Administrators Affinity Group is free and open to all who work in the administrative functions of day camp.

REGISTER HERE

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-01-24 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Visual Arts Center, Main Gallery | 68 Elm St, Summit, NJ

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-01-24 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Industry City | 33 35th Street, Brooklyn, NY

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-01-25 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Cradle of Aviation | Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Garden City, NY

Tech at Camp Affinity Group Meeting
2026-01-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual via Zoom
The Tech at Camp Affinity Group is a space designed for camp professionals interested in expanding their technical capacities at camp to share knowledge, ask questions, and network with like-minded peers. All are welcome!
Please register to receive the Zoom link.

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-01-31 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location:Bergen Town Center | Rt 4 East, Paramus, NJ

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-01-31 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Trevor Day School | 1 West 88th Street, New York City

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-01 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Montclair Art Museum | 3 South Mountain Ave, Montclair, NJ

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-02-01 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Harrison Meadows Country Club | 123 North Street, Harrison, NY

Girl Scout Affinity Group Meeting
2026-02-02 13:30 - 15:00 | Virtual via Zoom
Join us for a networking gathering just for Girl Scouts! Come prepared to chat and share.
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2SLGBTQIA+ in Camping Affinity Group
2026-02-04 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual via Zoom
Join us for a queer camp community meet and greet! Whether you’re coming to problem-solve, build community, self-heal, or socialize, this meet and greet will have options for all of those things, and more.
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Navigating Stress and Uncertainty with the Child Mind Institute
2026-02-05 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual via Zoom
This virtual workshop is designed to help camp staff understand how stress impacts the brain and body and to build practical tools for supporting children, families, and colleagues during times of heightened uncertainty. Participants learn to distinguish between positive, tolerable, and toxic stress, apply principles of Psychological First Aid, strengthen communication, and develop concrete “coping ahead” plans for real-world challenges. With an emphasis on community care, connection, and focusing on what we can control, this session equips camp communities to respond with compassion, clarity, and confidence.
This free webinar is for ACA, NY & NJ Members only. For questions about your membership status, please contact Jenna Dunlay.
Register Here

The Child Mind Institute is a global nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families experiencing mental health and learning disorders through excellence in science, education, and care. The Child Mind Institute has helped thousands of children through compassionate clinical care, millions of families through public education and community programs, and a generation of scientists conducting groundbreaking research of the developing brain. Together, we truly can transform children’s lives.

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-07 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Livingston YMCA | 321 S Livingston Ave, Livingston, NJ

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-02-07 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Renew Queens LIC | 10-15 46th Road, Long Island City, Queens, NY

Special Needs Camps Affinity Group Meeting
2026-02-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual via Zoom
Join us as we explore the essential resources that camp professionals need to successfully run either inclusive camps or programs designed exclusively for campers with special needs. Together, we’ll highlight both the successes that demonstrate what’s possible and the common barriers that prevent camps from getting off the ground or sustaining these efforts. This conversation will provide practical insight into what it takes to build supportive, thriving environments for every camper. All are welcome!

Please register to receive the Zoom link.

NJ Camp Directors Roundtable
2026-02-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual via Zoom
Join fellow camp directors in a casual roundtable. Come prepared to discuss challenges and share ideas and insights with your peers. If you have a specific question or topic in mind, please feel free to contact Jenna Dunlay to ensure it is brought up in this meeting.

All are welcome, but please note that the target audience is NJ-based day camps.

REGISTER HERE

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-21 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Morris Museum | 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, NJ

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-22 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Village of Ridgewood Community Center | 131 N. Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-28 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Menlo Park Mall | 55 Parsonage Rd, Edison, NJ

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-01 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Allen-Stevenson School | 132 East 78th Street, New York City

Women in Camp Meetup: Plan Your Tri-State Experience
2026-03-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual via Zoom
Join us for our next Women in Camping meeting on Wednesday, March 4, at 10:00 AM EST! We’ll be talking all things Tri-State! From reviewing session options, helping you choose your schedule, to sharing tips on what to expect. Come connect, get advice, ask questions, make plans, and feel confident heading into the conference.
This meetup is open to all who identify as women in the camp industry. It’s a chance to connect with others who share your experiences, talk about the realities of being a woman in camp, and explore what’s on your mind. Come ready to share, listen, and be part of a supportive community. Whether you’re new to camp or have been part of the field for years, this space is for you.
Please register to receive the Zoom link.

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-07 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Maria Regina High School| 500 West Hartsdale Avenue, Hartsdale, NY 10530

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-08 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Congregation Beth Elohim | 274 Garfield Place, Brooklyn, NY 11215

2026 Tri-State CAMP Conference
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-12 | NY
Join the ACA, NY and NJ at the largest gathering of summer camp professionals in the world. The premiere conference for the youth development industry focusing on summer camps with over 170 sessions, an exhibit hall with over 325 booths & networking with over 3,200 peers. The best face to face event of the year.

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-15 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Fastbreakers of New York| 236 Richmond Valley Road, Staten Island, NY

Camps for Disabilities & Diagnoses Affinity Group Meeting
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual via Zoom
This affinity group (fka Special Needs Camps) is for camps that serve campers with additional needs, including but not limited to campers with disabilities or diagnoses, and inclusion programs. Together, we’ll highlight both the successes that demonstrate what’s possible and the common barriers that prevent camps from getting off the ground or sustaining these efforts. This conversation will provide practical insight into what it takes to build supportive, thriving environments for every camper. All are welcome!

Please register to receive the Zoom link.
If you are having trouble registering, please sign into Zoom first, or contact Jenna@acanynj.org for support.

EPIC Summer Send-Off
2026-05-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Virtual via Zoom
Send yourself into summer feeling supported, energized, and ready to dive into the season! Join us for a free virtual “Summer Send-Off” designed especially for our EPIC community. From 4:00–5:30 PM ET, we’ll gather for a relaxed, interactive session where you can bring a real challenge, question, or workplace grievance and workshop it with peers who truly get it.
Through guided small-group conversations and collaborative problem-solving, you’ll gain fresh perspectives, practical ideas, and a renewed sense of confidence heading into the busy camp season. Whether you’re navigating staff dynamics, program planning, or just looking for a sounding board, this is your space to connect, reflect, and grow.
And of course—what’s Cinco de Mayo without a little fun? Feel free to bring your favorite festive drink (margarita optional, good vibes guaranteed) as we toast to the summer ahead and the incredible community we’re building together.
Come for the support, stay for the connection, and leave ready to thrive. 🌟
Register Here

Camps for Disabilities & Diagnoses Affinity Group Meeting
2026-09-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual via Zoom
This affinity group (fka Special Needs Camps) is for camps that serve campers with additional needs, including but not limited to campers with disabilities or diagnoses, and inclusion programs. Together, we’ll highlight both the successes that demonstrate what’s possible and the common barriers that prevent camps from getting off the ground or sustaining these efforts. This conversation will provide practical insight into what it takes to build supportive, thriving environments for every camper. All are welcome!
Feel free to bring your lunch!
Please register to receive the Zoom link.
If you are having trouble registering, please sign into Zoom first, or contact Jenna@acanynj.org for support.
