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Camp Professionals

Whether you are looking to become a member, have your camp Accredited, grow as a camp professional or network, we are here to help.  Check out all we have to offer to assist you in strengthening your camp program and further your career as a camp professional.

How We Support
Camp Professionals

Whether you are looking to become a member, have your camp Accredited, grow as a camp professional or network, we are here to help.  Check out all we have to offer to assist you in strengthening your camp program and further your career as a camp professional.

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Here’s How We Can Support You

We are dedicated to the advancement of the camp industry and offer camp professionals a boutique experience when working with our organization. Through innovative professional development events, networking opportunities, national and local advocacy, Accreditation and more, there is something for everyone. Explore all the ways we can support you and your camp program.

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Membership

Explore the many benefits of becoming a member of ACA, NY & NJ. From boutique customer service to discounts on professional development, we offer our members a personalized experience to assist with improving your own professional development and your camp’s program.

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Accreditation

Accreditation continues to be a parent’s best evidence of a camp’s commitment to health and safety. Take that next step and join hundreds of camps who have taken their camp to the next level by becoming Accredited by the American Camp Association.

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Professional Development Opportunities

Our association hosts various professional development opportunities including the Tri-State CAMP Conference, the largest camp conference in the world. Browse our offerings and attend our professional development opportunities to gain knowledge on current camp trends and issues affecting the camp industry.

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Networking

One of the best ways to grow as a camp professional is to network with others in the industry. Discover the many opportunities throughout the year to get together to share ideas and collaborate. From affinity groups to round table discussions, there is something offered for everyone.

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Advocacy

ACA is at the forefront of legislative issues affecting the summer camp industry. Whether on the regional or national level, we are advocating for our camps and putting dollars behind the issues that matter most to our members.

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Trainings

Let the American Camp Association, NY and NJ be your go-to for engaging on-site staff trainings all year round. Our training program is designed for all youth-serving organizations including: summer camps, after-school programs, parks and recreation, community centers or anything in between. We work closely with our training clients to customize a staff training program to fit your organization’s needs and audience.

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Consulting

Our organization provides expert consulting services to summer camps and organizations looking to develop and enhance their program. The ACA, NY and NJ team are experienced professionals who can focus on areas such as: facility, budget, program, staff training and leadership structure. Each consulting job is unique and our team will take the time to evaluate your camp/organization’s current practices and provide feedback, recommendations and specific strategies for improving.

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Public Relations Support

Our organization has a dedicated public relations professional here to promote the value of camp and assist you with your media needs.

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Free Referrals

We have a dedicated Camper Placement Specialist who speaks with numerous parents each year, recommending only Accredited camps to families and caregivers. As a member of our organization, your camp is recommended to parents and listed on our Find-A-Camp database.  We never charge our member camps a fee for referrals.

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Join the Premier Gathering
of Camp Professionals at the Tri-State CAMP Conference

The Tri-State CAMP Conference is the largest and most influential event for camp professionals. It offers unparalleled opportunities for networking, learning, and exploring the latest industry innovations to enhance your camp’s success.

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Calendar of Events

Resident Camp Tours & Conference

This year’s conference will bring us to Maine to tour camps Takajo, Manitou, Somerset, Laurel, Fernwood, and Laurel South. The registration fee includes two lunches, two dinners & bus travel […]

Day Camp Tours & Conference 2025

Paying tribute to camp legend Ben Appelbaum, the Day Camp Conference is a day dedicated to touring  day camps as an opportunity to see other camp’s facilities and bring back […]