aca keystone retreat 2014 program

The New Campfire:The Camp Conference Reimagined

Evolve your Story, Ignite your Inspiration, Engage your Mind, and much more!

MACUNGIE, PENNSYLVANIA

Presented by American Camp Association Keystone Field Officewith generous support from our sponsor, AMSkier

November 18-20, 2014at

November 18, 2014

Welcome to the ACA Keystone RetreatExperience – The Camp Conference,Reimagined

On behalf of the American Camp Association Keystone Regional

Field Office and our volunteer conference committee, it is our

great pleasure to welcome you to the 2014 ACA Keystone Retreat

Experience! We’re so glad you’re here!

As a camp professional, you work really hard! The Keystone Retreat Experience was designed to be

a relaxing, rejuvenating, and recharging event – for you! We hope that you will build meaningful

relationships with your peers, be inspired by educational sessions led by expert speakers, connect

with new exhibitors and vendors, and be entertained during the evening activities.

Bear Creek Mountain Resort also offers a wide variety of activities and amenities that should be

enjoyed! Take a dip in the pool, go on a hike, work out, or get a massage at the spa! Bring your

whole staff and gather around one of the many fireplaces for a time of debriefing, and reimagining

your camp experience for 2015!

We hope you’ll take every opportunity to enjoy all that the Retreat and Bear Creek have to offer.

Our committee has worked hard to create an Experience that provides opportunities for education,

relaxation, and socialization. Enjoy!

Thank you to everyone who has supported the Retreat with their time, energy, money, and enthusiasm.

We must also acknowledge AMSkier, whose sponsorship continues to make these events possible.

Tim Nielsen Todd Brinkman

KEYSTONE COUNCIL OF LEADERS CONFERENCE CHAIR


ACA Keystone Retreat Experience The New Campfire: The Camp Conference Reimagined

1Evolve your Story, Ignite your Inspiration, Engage your Mind, and much more!

The 2014 ACA Keystone Retreat Experience wasmade possible by our fabulous volunteer committee:

Retreat Committee Chair Todd Brinkman

Retreat Program Dave Malter/Cheryl Magen

Budget Ross Bash/Rick Kone

Hospitality Joni Hufford

Speakers Justin Rose

Exhibitors Kate Braemer

Marketing/Genius Bar Fred Weiner

Outside Organizations/Partnerships Amy Murphy/Kelly Weisner

Maintenance Don DeHaven

Ideas and Inspiration Mark Major

We welcome volunteers for 2015!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Program At-A-Glance 2

Floor Plan 4

Program 5

Speaker Directory 10

Exhibitor Directory 16

Evolve. Ignite. Engage.


Come Celebrate Michael’s Retirement and 28 Years of Service to ACA Keystone!(included in registration for conference attendees)

Wednesday, November 197:00 pm

TRIBUTE DINNER TOMICHAEL CHAUVEAU

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PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE

Tuesday, November 18

1:00 pm REGISTRATION Hotel Lobby

1:00-6:30 pm Relax and rejuvenate at Bear Creek Mountain spa and recreational facilities

1:30-4:30 pm Standards Training - Latest Update Course with Tim Nielsen and Sue Williams Mountainside

Debrief Your Camp Experience and Look Towards the Future Varied Spaces

Mingle with the Pros Meet informally with representatives from Keystone’s monitoring/lobbying Varied Spacesfirm, Triad Associates and our ACA connection, Mark Zides of Camp Towanda. Learn how you, too, can work with the leaders in Harrisburg to prevent any surprises in legislation to affect your camp.

3:30-4:30 pm Interactive Panel Discussion on ACA Standards with Michael Chauveau and Sue Williams Bear’s Den

4-H Camp Debriefing and A Look Ahead with Amy Murphy and Kelly Weisner Evergreen

4:30-5:30 pm Protecting Your People, Property, Productivity and Your Posterior with Bo Mitchell Bear’s Den

5:30-6:30 pm Non-Profit Meet and Greet Cocktail Hour Sponsored by Touro University - Ticketed Event At the Bar

6:30 pm DINNER, VISITOR and PROGRAM RECOGNITION (included in registration fee) Community Room

8:00 pm EVENING ACTIVITY: “Not Your Grandma’s Bingo” with Host: Dave Malter Community Room

8:30 am REGISTRATION Hotel Lobby

BREAKFAST (included in registration fee) Community Room

9:15 am OPENING SESSION: ADDICTED TO CAMP Chicka Elloy Community Room

10:30 am EXHIBIT HALL GRAND OPENING Community Room

10:30am- VISIT YOUR PERSONAL TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT – KEYSTONE RETREAT EXCLUSIVE! Community Room at The Genius Bar with Fred Weiner

11:00 am- � In Emergency Response, Great Plans Are a Smart Thing; Training is Everything! Evergreenwith Bo Mitchell

� The Sustainable Camps Movement with Thomas Hart Spring Creek

� Raining Cats and Dogs…Responsibly with Chicka Elloy Mountainside

� What is a Master Plan, and Why Bother? with Doug Gillespie and Arch Horst Bear’s Den

Noon LUNCH WITH EXHIBITORS (included in registration fee) Community Room

1:00 pm � Targeting a Better Camp Archery Experience with Dakota Royer & Jonathan Duckett Evergreen

� How to Get the Most of Your Camp Clothing Budget and Bear’s DenWhat to DEMAND from Your Clothing Supplier with Kenn Dranoff, Mr. D’s Tees

� The Power of Video Marketing with Mike Perlow, Perlow Productions Spring Creek

� Saving Money by Using a Group Purchasing Organization with Rod Enderson Mountainside

� Monkey HardwareTM Climbing Kits with Ben Haase & Nick Krotki, Monkey Hardware Varied Spaces

2:00 pm � Department Policy and Training for Maintenance with Don DeHaven Bear’s Den

� The BIG Program: Successfully Running Programs and Special Events You Never Spring CreekThought You Could with Steven Bernstein and Eytan Groubart

� Getting More from Facebook with Peter Ross Mountainside

� A School 2B Cool with Chicka Elloy Evergreen

Wednesday, November 19

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Wednesday, November 19, cont.

3:00 pm ICE CREAM SOCIAL WITH EXHIBITORS (included in registration fee) Community Room

4:00 pm � How to Bring WOW To Your Camp Facility with Don DeHaven Bear’s Den

� Marketing Camp To Non-Traditional/Neophyte Families with Andy Pritikin Mountainside

� What You MUST Know About Mandated Reporting (part 1 of 2) with Cindi Horshaw Evergreen

� Non-Profit Roundtable with Rick Kone Spring Creek

5:00 pm GRAB SOME GREAT BARGAINS IN THE VENDOR HALL Community Room

7:00 pm TRIBUTE DINNER TO MICHAEL CHAUVEAU Community Room

For His Retirement and 28 Years Supporting the Keystone Section

( (included in price for conference attendees)

8:45 pm S’MORE THAN A CAMPFIRE Favorite S’more Recipes Community Room

CAMPFIRE SONGS with Glen Waldeck Community Room

8:30 am REGISTRATION Hotel Lobby

BREAKFAST (included in registration fee) Community Room

9:15 am KEYNOTE: SKILLS FOR THE 21st CENTURY with Andy Pritikin Community Room

10:45 am � Tour of Bear Creek Plant and Guest Services with Bear Creek Staff Bear’s Den

� How to Market Your Camp Online with Peter Ross Evergreen

� The Secret to Attracting and Serving Chinese Campers Spring Creek

with Tim Nielsen and David and YuYan Moore

� Mandated Reporting Q&A Session (part 2 of 2) with Cindi Horshaw Mountainside

Noon � Creating a Positive Culture Within Your Leadership and Staff with Alicia Danenberg Bear’s Den

� Implementing 21st Century Skills at Your Camp with Andy Pritikin Mountainside

� Infectious Diseases and Camps - What You Need to Know to Keep Your Camp Clean Spring Creek

and Free From Ebola, Enterovirus D68, and More Common Infectious Diseases

with Jennifer Wallace

� AMSKIER SESSION: Sexual Abuse at Camp with Gary Kimball Evergreen

1:00 pm LUNCH (included in registration fee) Community Room

PRESENTATION OF DON McCLAIN AWARD

SWAP MEET! RAFFLES! PRIZES! DON’T MISS IT!!

Thursday, November 20

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FLOOR PLANBear Creek Mountain Resort & Conference Center � Macungie, PA

MOUNTAINSIDE

EVERGREEN

SPRING CREEK

The GrilleRestaurant

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Outside Deck

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COMMUNITYROOM

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VISIT the GENIUS BAR!Operating in the Community Room

Wednesday, November 18 • 10:30 am - 6:00 pm

Our Genius Fred Weiner will provide personal technology consultations for your camp.

Fred has extensive knowledge about using technology at camp

and he speaks your language (not tech talk).

If you have a technical question or need some technical consulting assistance,

just stop by the Genius Bar and tell us what’s on your mind,

and we will try to help you find an answer to your technology problems



PROGRAM

Wednesday, November 19

1:00-6:30 pm

� RELAX and REJUVENATEEnjoy recreational and spa opportunities at Bear Creek Mountain withyour colleagues, friends, and family: geocaching, hiking, mountainbiking, kayaking, paddleboats, tennis, disc golf, volleyball, badminton,horseshoes, bocce ball, putting green, darts, ping pong, foosball,indoor/outdoor pools, full service spa and salon (book massages,facials, wraps and other spa services in advance to ensure availability).

1:30-4:30 pm

Mountainside

� STANDARDS TRAINING – Latest Update Course

Tim Nielsen & Sue WilliamsRequired for all camps and visitors for summer 2015.

Varied Spaces

� DEBRIEF Your Camp Experience and Look Toward the FutureUnique to the keystone Retreat! You and your camp staff canselect a quiet space for your own pre-scheduled campdebriefing session. Bear Creek has plenty of cozy lobby livingrooms, pretty patios, and eateries that are conducive todiscussing summer 2014 and planning for summer 2015.

Varied Spaces

� Mingle with the ProsRepresentatives from ACA Keystone’s monitoring andlobbying firm, Triad Associates, will be here to keep you ontrack with finding out what’s new from Harrisburg and howYOU can help influence legislation in The Commonwealth.

3:30-4:30 pm

Bear’s Den

� Interactive Panel Discussion on ACA Standards

Michael Chauveau and Sue Williams Interactive panel discussion to learn how to make your Standardsvisit a success and your visitors smile.

Evergreen

� 4-H Camp Debriefing and a Look Ahead

Amy Murphy and Kelly Weisner Join your fellow 4-H camp professionals as we debrief the 2014camp season and look ahead to creating a dynamic campingprogram for 2015.

4:30 pm Bear’s Den

Protecting Your People, Property, Productivity & Your Posterior

Bo MitchellBoston Marathon, Aurora, Colorado and Hurricane Sandy emphasizeemergency planning for your workplace can be a matter of life and deathand is subject to many federal, state and local laws, regulations andstandards. Most who are tasked with creating and maintaining emergencyplans are confused or overwhelmed regarding those standards. Learnwhat laws, regulations and standards apply to your emergency planning,training and exercises. Learn what a lawsuit will do to you if you don'tcreate a plan to standard. Learn the 17 mistakes organizations make increating their plans today. Is your plan compliant? What should be theoverriding attitude for managers in re-evaluating current planning? Howwill your own employees and clients hurt your response to a disaster?What should you expect by way of help from local municipalities?

5:30 pm At the Bar

Non-Profit Meet and Greet Cocktail Hour Sponsored by Touro University - Ticketed event, by invitation only

6:30 pm Community Room

DINNER and VISITOR & PROGRAM RECOGNITION (included)

8:00 pm Community Room

EVENING ACTIVITY: Come play “Not Your Grandma’s Bingo!”

Host: David Malter

BREAKFAST (included) Community Room

9:15 am Community Room

OPENING SESSION: Addicted to Camp: An Intervention for Camp Professionals and Leaders

Chicka ElloyWhy does camp get into us and pull us back summer after summer?The hours are long; the days feel like weeks. Our souls are tied intodoing our best for each camper and for staff as well. Creating anintentional camp community is harder work than non-camp folkmight ever realize. What are the tools we need in order to succeed?Camp needs to be about us, so it can be about them - come discusshow we set our foundation of fun, learning and feeling that it is allworth the incredibly hard work!

10: 30 am EXHIBIT HALL GRAND OPENING

Visit Your Personal Technology Consultant at the Genius Bar

Fred Weiner Community Room

1:00 pm REGISTRATION HOTEL LOBBY

8:30 am REGISTRATION HOTEL LOBBY

Tuesday, November 18

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11:00 am � CONCURRENT EDUCATIONAL SESSIONSMaintenance Track programs indicated by | M

Evergreen

In Emergency Response, Great Plans Are a Smart Thing; Training is Everything!

Bo Mitchell

Smart plans are critical. But, if we don’t get the words off the paper andinto people’s heads, we have failed. Sandy Hook reinforces that trainingis everything given that people can’t and won’t run to look at binders forresponse in a real emergency. Learn why your employees are really thefirst responders, not police, fire and EMTs. What are the legalrequirements for training? What are the current practices and obstaclesin organizations regarding training? What are the proven ways to trainfor emergency response? How does your organization compare?

Spring Creek

The Sustainable Camps Movement

Thomas Hart

Implementing sustainable initiatives into your camp programs andfacilities will result in three outcomes: Reduce your environmental impact,provide an educational opportunity for your staff and guests to take backto their home community and save money through more efficientconsumption of resources like energy and water. This session will startwith an engaging and thought provoking activity to help us adjust ourperspectives about how each camp can implement sustainable initiativesthat reflect the diverse and unique programs we each operate.

Mountainside

Raining Cats and Dogs…Responsibly

Chicka Elloy

Getting to know who you trust with your campers is a priority for thecamp director. Providing a space to understand stories, build a cohesivestaff while empathizing with trials and successes is a part of what makescamp great. In this session, we will peek behind the curtain of campprofessional profiles with "the circle of life" at camp. Proven techniquesto work with hired staff members that don’t fit the peg hole, professionalsthat have different styles than you, and how you can develop your staffto harmoniously survive in the camp ecosystem.

Bear’s Den

What is a Master Plan, and Why Bother?

Doug Gillespie and Arch Horst

A thoughtfully organized, inclusive master planning process can producelong term and multi-faceted benefits for your camp. If the process beginsby focusing on what makes your camp distinctive (its history, values,setting and buildings), the resulting master plan will accurately identifythe most important physical improvements needed for the next five toten years, their likely costs and articulate the case for fund raising, ifnecessary.

NOON - LUNCH with Exhibitors (included)

Community Room

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EvergreenTargeting a Better Camp Archery Experience

Dakota Royer and Jonathan Duckett, Kinsey’s OutdoorsWe will cover the “Archery Basics” along with informing you on everythingthat we have to offer. Throughout our session we will discuss the proper wayto set up a bow, to ensure that it is in working condition. We will go overhow to decide what size bow to purchase, and how to figure out thedifferent draw lengths that are involved with your organization. We will showyou the proper way to store and put your bow away during the off season.

Bear’s DenMr. D’s Tees: Making the Most of Your Camp Clothing Budget and what to DEMAND from your clothing supplier!

Kenn Dranoff, OwnerLearn how to avoid the many pitfalls of ordering camp clothing. Leftovers,sizing issues and theft are not matters you should have to be concernedwith. Find out what’s popular and current in both colors and designs. Getyour campers and staff to wear their camp clothing year ‘round to get themost from your budget as well as the best advertising. Kenn will shareproven ideas to help you sell your clothing even in challenging economictimes and, best of all, how you can negotiate the sharpest prices. With like-minded camp colleagues in attendance, you’ll have the opportunity toshare your experiences and problems and learn new strategies for today.You’ll come away with ideas to save big on purchases for your camp.

Varied SpacesMonkey HardwareTM Climbing Kits

Ben Haase & Nick Krotki, Ropes Park EquipmentUnleash your inner monkey! Join us to learn how to transform any tree intoyour very own climbing wall using a Monkey HardwareTM climbing kit. Ourexpert staff will explain what a Monkey HardwareTM climbing kit is, how youcan install it yourself, the belay and equipment options available and howto choose the perfect setup for your campers. BONUS: Monkey HardwareTM

kit will be available outside the resort during the entire conference.

Spring CreekThe Power of Video Marketing

Mike Perlow, President & Founder, Perlow ProductionsThere is no more powerful marketing tool today than video. A well-produced video will excite potential campers and their parents and givethem a true feeling for the spirit of your summer camp. But how do youcapture that? How do you avoid producing a video just like the camp downthe road? And once you've created that great video, how do you make themost of it and get the most bang for your video marketing buck?

MountainsideSaving Money by Using a Group Purchasing Organization

Rod Enderson, Trinity/HPSITheTrinity/HPSI is the Official ACA Group Purchasing Partner. Learn thebenefits of joining a GPO and how to decide which one best meets theneeds of your camp. We will discuss what questions you need to be askedwhen choosing a GPO, some of the misconceptions about GPO’s, themajor areas of savings offered by GPO’s and try answer any questions orconcerns you may have about joining a GPO.

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Bear’s Den

Department Policy and Training for Maintenance

Don DeHavenLearn the importance and procedures for developing department policyand training for maintenance. Providing training on the safe use andoperation of equipment reduces the chances of injury to staff and guests,which can save on insurance costs in both worker’s compensation claimsand law suits arising out of injuries to guests. Most insurance companiestoday are offering training programs that can reduce insurancepremiums. Maintenance budgets are usually one of the largest budgetitems for camps and facilities.

Spring Creek

The BIG Program: Successfully Running Programs and Special Events You Never Thought You Could

Steven Bernstein and Eytan GroubartWe will share some best practices and personal experiences withthrowing big events/special programs at camps. Work in break outgroups to brainstorm, collaborate, and problem solve on a few differentaspects of planning special events. Give specific ideas for special eventsand programs based on the needs of specific camps (ex: alumniengagement, fundraising, parent or community events, events just tomake camp more exciting). Bring copies of your Special EventsCalendars and/or a list of past events with you.

Mountainside

Getting More From Facebook

Peter RossCan you honestly say that you recruited a bunch of new campers lastyear due to Facebook? Better yet, how many leads did Facebook getyou? Of the traffic it referred back to your website, how many of thoseusers actually went on to request information or register? For mostcamps, the answers to these questions are rather depressing. Despiteinvesting an inordinate amount of time into social media their return oninvestment is bleak. However, a number of innovative summer campshave begun to use Facebook a bit differently and the results are prettyunbelievable. During this session, we’ll take a sneak peak at the backendof these camps’ Facebook marketing campaigns to determine how bestto manage your camp’s social media presence.

Evergreen

A School 2B Cool

Chicka ElloyIn this session we will refine the craft of engaging today's campers. Whyand how it takes intentional effort to be "authentically relevant" in aculture driven by devices, selfies and notoriety. How can we trainourselves during this off season so we can teach our staff next season tobe real & relevant with our campers? We will also share cutting edgecontent to help you fire up your training and program to increase youroverall camp experience.

3:00 PM - ICE CREAM SOCIAL with Exhibitors (included)

Community Room


Bear’s Den

How to Bring WOW To Your Camp Facility

Don DeHavenJoin this roundtable discussion to learn low cost and simple, yet effective,ways to bringing renewed excitement and interest to your camp. Fishingdocks, island installation, and new camp sites can all add to your WOWfactor. We will discuss how in an economically difficult time we mustgenerate the desire for families to invest in family camp times and alsothe desire to send their children to our camps.

Mountainside

Marketing Camp To Non-Traditional/Neophyte Families

Andy PritikinWe’re all capable of preaching to the choir, but what about to neophyte parentswho never went to Camp themselves? “Memories that Last a Lifetime” andother typical tag lines and marketing techniques are useless, and maybe evenrepellent to the uninitiated. How do we push these folks over the fence to evenTRY Camp? How do we get them to realize that Camp is as important as weall know it is? Framing the Camp experience in a way that resonates to non-camp families is challenging, but SUPER-DUPER IMPORTANT, as there are aLOT more non-camp families out there than camp families to fill up our camps!

Evergreen

What You MUST Know About Mandated Reporting (Part 1 of 2)

Cindi HorshawThis workshop is designed to provide participants with informationrelated to the 20 pieces of Child Protection Legislation that havesignificantly changed the way child abuse and neglect is addressed inPennsylvania from both the identification, reporting and investigativeprocesses. Participants will understand the amendments to the ChildProtective Services Law and the impact on their respective discipline.

Spring Creek

Non-Profit Roundtable

Rick KoneMission, Funding, Outcomes and Board Development are just some ofthe things a non-profit camp has to think about during the “off-season.”This session is designed to be a discussion about what we are doing well,and how we can help each other become better, and fulfill all of ourmissions, which is make camp available to every child wishing to attend.We will discuss the topic of Collective Impact and how that may applyto all of us as non-profits in the Keystone area.

5:00 pm MEET WITH EXHIBITORS / RELAX & REJUVENATE5:00 pm MEET WITH EXHIBITORS in VENDOR HALL

Relax & Rejuvenate at Bear Creek Mountain Spa and Recreational Facilities

EVENING ACTIVITIES Community Room

7:00 PM TRIBUTE DINNER TO MICHAEL CHAUVEAU

8:45 PM S’MORE THAN A CAMPFIRE Favorite S’more RecipesCAMPFIRE SONGS with Glen Waldeck

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BREAKFAST (included) Community Room

9:15 am Community Room

KEYNOTE SESSION: Skills for the 21st Century

Andy Pritikin

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Bear’s Den

Tour of Bear Creek Plant and Guest Services

Bear Creek StaffBehind-the-scenes tour of Bear Creek Mountain Resort & ConferenceCenter outdoor maintenance, engineering, waste, and recycling programs.Learn lessons you can apply to your camp or recreation facility.

Evergreen

How to Market Your Camp Online

Peter RossThere are tons of different ways to market your camp and all of themseem to require time or money. In this session we will review data fromdozens of private/non-profit camps to determine where exactly youshould be focusing your efforts. Using these successful camps as ourguide, we’ll pick apart their approach to marketing online and identify afew of the most effective marketing strategies. Perhaps most importantly,we’ll having this discussion within the context of a marketing plan so you’llbe able to take home a comprehensive framework for use at your camp.

Spring Creek

The Secret to Attracting and Serving Chinese Campers

Tim Nielsen and David and YuYan MooreEach year, China sends more students to the US than any other country.Many Chinese tour groups are looking for partnerships with Americancamps. Their goal is to give the students a language emersion experiencein a fun and safe environment. Learn how to build good workingrelationships with Chinese tour groups. We will discuss expectations,contracts, goals for camper development and much more!

Mountainside

Mandated Reporting Q&A Session (Part 2 of 2)

Cindi HorshawThis workshop is designed to provide participants with informationrelated to the 20 pieces of Child Protection Legislation that havesignificantly changed the way child abuse and neglect is addressed inPennsylvania from both the identification, reporting and investigativeprocesses. Participants will understand the amendments to the ChildProtective Services Law and the impact on their respective discipline.

Noon � CONCURRENT EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS

Bear’s Den

Creating a Positive Culture Within Your Leadership & Staff

Alicia DanenbergHow to develop and maintain professional relationships among yourleadership team and staff. This session will give you the specific tools,personality traits, and the essential skills needed in developing your ownleadership style that others will want to follow. Learn how tocommunicate effectively with your staff’s wide range of age andexperience while promoting a positive camp culture this summer!

Mountainside

Implementing 21st Century Skills at Your Camp

Andy PritikinExperts confirm that our children are lacking the life skills necessary toprepare themselves for college, the job market and life in the 21st century,and WE know that Camp is the perfect setting for this to take place.Terrific. Now how do we make that happen? Focus your mission, slatherthe language and goals all over everything you say, do, create aframework and guidelines for your staff, create a check in system thatensures that it’s taking place, and outcomes surveys/data to prove it. Thissession is not about talking the talk about 21st century skills, it’s aboutwalking the walk..

Spring Creek

Infectious Diseases and Camps - What you need to know to keep your camp clean and free from Ebola, Enterovirus D68, and More Common Infectious Diseases

Jennifer Wallace Camps can be a source for outbreaks of infectious diseases. This talk willdiscuss some of the common infectious diseases that can be transmittedat camp and ways to recognize, treat, and stop outbreaks from occurring.We will discuss common infectious diseases and other commonchildhood infections including head lice, bed bugs and scabies.

Evergreen

AMSKIER SESSION: Sexual Abuse at Camp

Gary Kimball, CAMP-ALERT Network, AMSkierWhether sexual abuse is revealed at camp or a counselor is arrested inthe off-season for illegal online activities, there is a trusted formula forworking with campers, counselors, families and the authorities. Whenhandled correctly, responsibility and public relations intersect so youprotect both your campers and your reputation. An expert who hashandled thousands of cases successfully will present case studies fromacross the country, proven protocols and a template for communicatingwith camp families and media.

1:00 PM - LUNCH with Exhibitors (included)

Presentation of Don McClain AwardSWAP MEET! � RAFFLES! � PRIZES!(don’t miss your chance to win great prizes!)

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Thank you for coming to the ACA Keystone Retreat!We welcome your feedback. Have a safe trip home!

8:30 am REGISTRATION HOTEL LOBBY

PROGRAMThursday, November 20

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� The BIG Program: Successfully Running Programs andSpecial Events You Never Thought You Could

Steven Bernstein, DirectorDiamond Ridge Camps & Sesame/Rockwood Camps

1965 Deer Run DriveP.O. Box 297 Jamison, PA [email protected]

Steven is the Camp Director at Diamond Ridge Camps(Jamison, PA) as well as the Director of Marketing forDiamond Ridge Camps and Sesame/Rockwood

Camps (Blue Bell, PA). Prior to joining Diamond Ridge andSesame/Rockwood, Steven was a Director at Julian Krinsky Camps andPrograms (King of Prussia, PA). He has also served on the ACA KeystoneCouncil of Leaders since 2007 and is the current Vice-President andEducation Chair.

� Interactive Panel Discussions on ACA Standards

Michael Chauveau, Executive DirectorACA Keystone Field Office

[email protected]

Michael began camping as a youth in England.Coming to America to work as a counselor at PineForest Camp, where he met his wife, Phy, Michaelbegan a lifelong career in camp. Celebrating his28th year running ACA Keystone, he is ACA’slongest-serving field office executive director, withnearly three decades serving ACA members and

families, and tremendous experience in ACA Standards.

� Creating a Positive Culture Within Your Leadership & Staff

Alicia Danenberg, Director Camps and Special ProgramsChatham University

1 Woodland Road, Pittsburgh PA [email protected]/daycamp

Alicia Danenberg joined the Chatham Music andArts Day Camp staff in the summer of 2008teaching music to campers. As her passion forworking with children, and showcasing herleadership skills began to grow throughout hercollege career, she pursued leadership opportunitieswithin the camp and in the summer of 2011 became

the Camp Director of the Chatham Music and Arts Day Camp, leadinga group of 60 staff members and 350 children. Over her four years ofdirecting the camp and developing professional relationships with thecommunity, the program has grown to now host 8 weeks of summerprogramming, a staff of 80, and 600 children in 2014. Danenberg hasrecently been promoted to Director of Camps and Special Programsat Chatham University where she will oversee the development ofcamps and children’s programs while working on the creation of anenvironmental camp at Chatham’s new Eden Hall Campus.

� How to Bring WOW to Your Camp Faculty

Don DeHaven, Property Director YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, Camp Soles134 Camp Soles Lane, Rockwood, PA 15557 [email protected]

I have over 25 years of experience in theconstruction industry dealing with the installation

of water lines, sewage systems, electrical systems and buildingconstruction. I have 6 years Electrical Power Plant industry experienceworking on the critical infrastructure of steam systems and turbinesbefore coming on board with YMCA Camp T Frank Soles as PropertyDirector in May of 2011. I became a certified through the State of Ohioas a fire fighter while with the Perry Nuclear Power Plant in fire safetyand security division of the plant. My experiences in these industrieshave taught me to always expect the unexpected and to havecontingency plans. I’ve trained with the Pennsylvania Rural WaterAssociation in aspects of leak detection, water treatment and waterline distribution and installation. I also run a small farm on my ownproperty and maintaining equipment is essential. My time with theYMCA of Greater Pittsburgh at Camp T Frank Soles has taught methat keeping with in my budget is critical to keeping the doors open.I have incorporated my previous experiences into this Camp toproduce effective methods to streamline operations and cut costswhile maintaining the practices that are safe and effective andreflective of the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh. In this time of astruggling economy it is critical that as Property Directors we workto keep our camps working at peak efficiency in all areas whilemaintaining a positive image that directly impacts to keeping ourguests returning year after year. The bottom line in any business isbudgets and it requires constant adjustments of how we operate ourfacilities to ensure that we will be there for years to come.

� How to Get the Most of Your Camp Clothing Budgetand What to DEMAND from Your Clothing Supplier

Kenn Dranoff, OwnerMr. D’s Tees

2446 Huckleberry Way, Jamison, PA [email protected]

I graduated from Temple University and have ownedand operated Mr. D’s Tees since 1980. I have been

exhibiting with ACA for 27 years and am well acquainted with theclothing needs of the camping industry. I am also a licensed GSUSAand 4-H vendor and familiar with the new YMCA printing standards.

� Targeting a Better Camp Archery Experience

Jonathan Duckett, Program AssociateKinsey’s Outdoors

[email protected]@KinseysOutdoors.com

Jonathan has been employed by Kinsey’s Outdoorssince Spring of 2014. Jonathan is very passionateabout sharing his archery knowledge with others. Onhis free time he likes to shoot in small competitions.

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� OPENING SESSION: Addicted to Camp� Raining Cats and Dogs…Responsibly � A School 2B Cool

Chicka Elloy, Camp Keynote, Trainer and AuthoriKnucklebump P.O. Box 621, Lebanon, GA [email protected]

Chicka Elloy is responsible for leadershipdevelopment and talent management for 11,000employees with a leader in corporate travelmanagement based in Atlanta. Raised andeducated in Australia, Chicka earned his degreesin education before moving to California to work15 years for SuperCamp, an academic and life skillsresidential camp operating at universitiesthroughout the US and 16 other countries. Chicka

has written for USA Today Education, was featured in Target's firstvirtual runway, and has appeared as a parent expert on Huff Post Live.His blog "The Frequent Flyer Father" was voted 2012/2013 BestDaddy Blog by Parents Magazine. Most recently, Chicka was electedonto the ACA Board of Directors and has published Addicted ToCamp: An Intervention for Staff and Future Leaders, which climbed to#1 on Kindle under Education in 2014. He is the founder ofiKnuckleBump.com, which now serves 2,000+ educational leaderseach month as a staff training and engagement platform.

� Saving Money by Using a Group Purchasing Organization

Rod EndersonTrinity/HPSI

P.O. Box 1674, White House, TN [email protected]

H.S educator and coach for 10 years/Corporate SalesTrainer for 21 years/Headmaster/Director ofMembership Services with Trinity/HPSI for 7 years.Co-Chairman for 14 years of Christmas for the Childrencharity that takes 200+ underprivileged children

shopping at Christmas shopping at Christmas. Active member of 20years at Long Hollow Baptist Church.

� What is a Master Plan and Why Bother?

Doug Gillespie, National Operations ManagerManaged Services

601 Holiday DrivePittsburgh, PA 15220 [email protected]

Doug Gillespie is a National Operations Manager forRicoh, USA based in Pittsburgh, PA. Doug has been alife-long Deer Valley camper and is a former AssistantExecutive Director of the camp. He is currently aBoard Member of Deer Valley and the chair of the

New Facilities Committee, the Waterfront Committee and the AlumniCommittee.

� The BIG Program: Successfully Running Programs andSpecial Events You Never Thought You Could

Eytan Graubart, DirectorHarlam Day Camp575 Smith Road, Kunkletown, PA 18058610.668.0423; [email protected]

Eytan is the founding director of URJ Harlam Day Camp,which opened its doors in 2014 and works in

coordination with URJ Camp Harlam. Eytan is a graduate of Universityof Maryland, Virginia Commonwealth University, and most recentlygraduated in the inaugural class of Touro University’s Master’s degreein Camp Administration and Leadership. Eytan has been working inthe field for over a decade in both residential and day camp settings,and has served on numerous boards and advisory committees.

� Monkey HardwareTM Climbing Kits

Ben HaaseMonkey Hardware™

1700 Post Rd. Ste. C-16, Fairfield, CT [email protected]@monkeyhardware.us; monkeyhardware.us

Ben has been working in the experiential learning andchallenge course industry since 2007. He has filled manyroles including facilitator, trainer, and course builder. Ben

truly enjoys watching groups transform as they progress through aprogram and learn to succeed together.

� The Sustainable Camps Movement

Thomas HartGreen Camps Initiative

704.450.1901www.greencampsinitiative.orgdanny@greencampsinitiative.org

Thomas Hart is the Programs Director at YMCA Camp Mi-Te-Na where he has also served at the CIT Director andDivision Director. Tom earned his BS in EnvironmentalScience and Environmental Sustainability, Health, & Safety

from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Tom has worked on manyenvironmental projects with organizations such as Green Camps Initiative(GCI), GrowRochester, the New York State Federation of Lake Associations(NYSFOLA), and the New Hampshire Department of EnvironmentalServices (NHDES). During the off-season, Tom also volunteers as anassistant zoo keeper and as a firefighter.

� What You Must Know About Mandated Reporting � Mandated Reporting Q&A Session

Cindi E. Horshaw, Acting Bureau DirectorDepartment of Public Welfare, Office of Children, Youth and Families

625 Forster Street, Room 103 Harrisburg, PA [email protected]; www.dpw.state.pa.us

Cindi Horshaw, MSW, LSW, is currently the ActingDirector within the Department of Public Welfare's,Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF),Bureau of Policy, Programs and Operations. She has

been employed with OCYF for the past 13 years and prior to that hadbeen a caseworker at Dauphin County Social Services for Childrenand Youth for 8 years.

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� What is a Master Plan and Why Bother?

Arch Horst, PresidentBlack River Architects

1640 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138617.661.3007 [email protected]

Arch Horst is a founding partner and President ofBlack River Architects. The firm works with campsthroughout the Northeast. Recent camp projectshave included a master plan, camper cabins and

travel program cabin for Becket Chimney Corners YMCA Camp inBecket, Massachusetts, and family cabins for Deer Valley YMCAFamily Camp in Somerset, PA.

� AMSkier Session: Sexual Abuse at Camp

Gary Kimball, Executive Director, CAMP-ALERT NetworkAMSkier

209 Main Avenue, Hawley, PA 18428800.245.2666610.417.3652 [email protected]

Gary Kimball is executive director of Camp-ALERTNetwork, an emergency management service offeredby AMSkier Insurance for the children’s camp

industry. In addition to helping camps manage emergencies for the last15 years, Gary is president of a public relations agency, KimballCommunications, and has taught communications at MuhlenbergCollege and DeSales University. He earned a bachelor’s degree ingovernment from Colby College and a master’s degree in journalismfrom Boston University.

� Non-Profit Roundtable

Rick Kone, Camp DirectorCCWA-Paradise Farm Camps

1300 Valley Creek RoadDowningtown, PA 19335610.269.9111rick@paradisefarmcamps.orgwww.paradisefarmcamps.org

Rick Kone has been the director CCWA-Paradise Farm Camps since 2007, and hasbeen working with camps since 2004. Rick

studied psychology at the University of Utah, before moving toPennsylvania where he received a degree in Human PerformanceManagement at Immaculata University, and is currently pursuing hisMaster’s in Educational Psychology at Temple University. CCWA-ParadiseFarm Camps is a non-profit youth development organization that servesnearly 7,000 children year round. Rick is also a current ACA Visitor, and amember of the Keystone LCOL. Rick has a beautiful wife and threewonderful children and resides in Downingtown, PA.

� Monkey HardwareTM Climbing Kits

Nick KrotkiMonkey Hardware™

1700 Post Road, Ste. C-16, Fairfield, CT [email protected];monkeyhardware.us [email protected]

In winter 2012, Nick Krotki was a personal belayer andset bouldering routes for Carabiners Rock Gym inFairfield, CT. In summer of 2012 he started working for

The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum in Bridgeport, CT as a ParkMonitor and was quickly promoted to Park Manager. As Park Manager,he has helped facilitate numerous rescue and maintenance trainingsessions at various parks and conducted park maintenance. He has aidedin the construction of three aerial courses at the Discovery AdventurePark and designed and implemented the Monkey Grove there as well.

� “Not Your Grandma’s Bingo” Host

David Malter, Program Director Master’s Program in Camp Administration and Leadership, Touro University Nevada

874 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89014702.777.4789; 917.292.1486 [email protected]@tun.touro.eduwww.tun.touro.edu

Dave Malter is the current Program Director of theMaster’s Program in Camp Administration andLeadership at Touro University. Prior to taking this

position, he was the Assistant Director at Pine Grove Day Camp inWall, NJ. He has spent 20 summers at Day Camp as a camper,counselor, Leadership Team member and Assistant Director. Prior tojoining Pine Grove Day Camp in 2009, he worked as the SpecialEvents Director at Meadowbrook Day Camp and in the ACA, NewYork office as the Event Manager. In addition to his role at camp, Daveis a member of the Tri-State Program Committee, a Standards Visitorand an Adjunct Professor at Temple University’s Fox School ofBusiness where he teaches Business Communication.

� In Emergency Response, Great Plans are a Smart Thing; Training is Everything!

� Protecting Your People, Property, Productivity and Your Posterior

Bo Mitchell, President911 Consulting

20 Indian Hill Rd, Wilton, CT 06897203.563.9999; 911consulting.net

Bo Mitchell was Police Commissioner of Wilton, CTfor 16 years. He retired in February 2001 to found911 Consulting which creates emergency, disasterrecovery, business continuity, crisis communications andpandemic plans, plus training and exercises for

organizations like GE HQ, Hyatt HQ, MasterCard HQ, four collegesand universities, 25 secondary schools and two camps. He servesclients headquartered from Boston to LA working in their facilitiesfrom London to San Francisco. Bo has earned 16 certifications inhomeland security, EM, DR, BC, safety and security. He also serves asan expert in landmark court cases nationally.

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� The Secret to Attracting and Serving Chinese Campers

David and YuYan Moore, Co-FoundersNavigate EDUGlobal Education Services

19588 Glastonbury Lane, Leesburg, VA [email protected]

David and YuYan Moore been working ininternational education for over 12 years. For 3years, David taught in China at an internationalschool (where he met YuYan). After returning to theUnited States, David worked in universityinternational departments, and then as a government

consultant with exchange programs. Seeing a need to help schoolsand educational organizations develop their international programsand student services, the Moores founded Navigate Edu: GlobalEducation Services. They also run several programs for Chinesestudents to experience America and attend summer camps.

� 4-H Camp Debriefing and A Look Ahead

Amy Murphy4-H Extension Educator – Potter County Penn State University Extension

24 Maple View LaneCoudersport, PA [email protected]://extension.psu.edu/potter

Amy Murphy is a 4-H Youth Extension Educator withPenn State Extension in Potter County. She hasworked for Cooperative Extension for over 20 yearscreating and delivering a variety of programs to youth

and adults. Her programming areas include: volunteer recruitment,screening and training, youth program coordination, safety trainings,residential camp coordination and delivery, teen leadershipdevelopment, and nutrition and fitness programs. Amy has aBachelor’s Degree in Human Relations from the University of Pittsburghand a Master’s Degree in Health and Nutrition Education fromHawthorn University and completing a Master’s Degree in CampAdministration and Leadership from Touro University.

� Standards Training - Latest Update Course� The Secret to Attracting and Serving Chinese Campers

Tim Nielsen, DirectorCamp Sandy Cove

60 Sandy Cove RdNorth East, MD 21901443.674.9454 [email protected]

Tim Nielsen has been the director of Camp SandyCove since 1989. He has a Master’s Degree in Christian

Education from Columbia International University. Tim is thePresident of the Keystone Regional Council of Leaders of theAmerican Camp Association (ACA). Tim has also helped to start andoperate camps in Russia and Australia.

� The Power of Video Marketing

Mike Perlow, President & FounderPerlow Productions

1 Eves Drive, Suite 141Marlton, NJ 08053856.669.1669mike@perlowproductions.comwww.perlowproductions.com

Perlow Productions’ Founder and President MikePerlow oversees every client production. In nearly twodecades as a TV sportscaster in markets from Florida

to Boston, he developed skills at every level of the industry fromvideography and editing to writing and on camera performance andinterviewing. He garnered a New England Sports Emmy nominationfor on-air work as well as “Best Sportscast” and “Best Sports Reporter”awards from the Associated Press. Mike is a graduate of SyracuseUniversity’s S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. PerlowProductions creates sales/marketing videos for a diverse base ofclientele ranging from summer camps and toy companies topharmaceutical, manufacturing and faith-based organizations. Giftedindustry veterans, most with decades of experience, complete thePerlow Productions team. They assign their producers,videographers, graphic designers, and on camera and voiceovertalent to projects that match their strengths and thus delivering videoproductions that consistently exceed client expectations. PerlowProductions has worked with summer camps all over the countryincluding Camp Echo Lake, Camp Wicosuta, Camp Judaea, CampTwin Creeks, Camp Eagle Hill, Camp Saginaw and JCC Camps inMedford, New Jersey. You can view Perlow Productions’ full videoportfolio at www.perlowproductions.com.

� KEYNOTE: Skills for the 21st Century � Marketing Camp to Non-Traditional/Neophyte Families� Implementing 21st Century Skills at Your Camp

Andy Pritikin, President, ACA-NY/NJOwner/Director/FounderLiberty Lake Day Camp

1195 Florence Columbus RoadBordentown, NJ 08505609.499.7820andy@libertylakedaycamp.comwww.libertylakedaycamp.com

Andy Pritikin is the President of the American CampAssociation NY/NJ, and has served as ACAProfessional Development Chair, and the Chairman of

the Tri-State Camp Conference, the largest annual gathering ofCamp professionals in the world. For 20 years, Andy has served onnumerous ACA national and regional committees and facilitatesworkshops across the country. Andy is also the Founder and pastpresident of the New Jersey Camps Government Affairs Project, anorganization created to protect the interests of all New JerseyCamps. Prior to starting Liberty Lake Day Camp in 2002, Andyworked for 10 years with two of the most successful Day/ResidentCamp organizations in the country. In 2011, Andy co-foundedEverwood Day Camp in Sharon, Massachusetts, which has quicklybecome the "Liberty Lake" of the greater Boston suburbs!

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� How to Market Your Camp Online� Getting More From Facebook

Peter Thomas Ross, Camp Owner/Co-founder829 Studios

1330 Beacon St, Ste 300, Brookline, MA 02446 617.933.9824 [email protected]; www.829llc.com

Peter is the owner of an overnight camp in NewHampshire as well as the co-founder of a boutique web-marketing firm called 829 Studios. He currently helps over75 overnight and day camps with their online marketing,

social media, and website strategy. He has spoken on web strategy at ACATri-State, CampMinder Camp, and several other ACA Conferences.

� Targeting a Better Camp Archery Experience

Dakota Royer, Program LeadKinsey’s Outdoors

[email protected]@KinseysOutdoors.com

Dakota Royer has been employed by Kinsey’s Outdoorssince 2013. Dakota is an avid archer and really enjoys thesport. Dakota has been shooting archery since he was 12years old and is very passionate about helping otherslearn and experience the fun in shooting archery!

� Campfire Songs

Glen Waldeck409 Manhattan StreetLester, PA [email protected]

To whom it may concern. This letter of confirmationis in reference to a musical performance by Glen “Wreckin’ Ball” Waldeckfor the ACA Keystone Retreat Experience being held at Bear CreekMountain resort in Macungie, PA.The music is scheduled to start afterdinner on the evening of Wednesday November 19th, 2014. The 90minute show will be a blend of original songs and covers that lend theirthemes of environmental, travel log and life in general with an audienceready to participate in a lyrical journey.

� Infectious Diseases and Camps

Jennifer L. Wallace MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatricsat Penn State and Lead Physician

MS Hershey Medical Center and the MiltonHershey SchoolGovernor Road, Hershey PA [email protected]; [email protected]

Jennifer Wallace obtained an MS in epidemiology and preventativemedicine and an MD from the University of Maryland. While in medicalschool she worked during the summers at Camp Arcadia in CascoMaine. After medical school, Jen completed her pediatric residency atPenn State in 2001. She was then hired by Penn State and the MiltonHershey School, where she has served as the Lead Physician since 2003.Jennifer has two daughters, and her youngest just completed her firstsummer at Camp Arcadia.

� The Genius Bar - Your Personal Technology Consultant

Fred [email protected]

Fred Weiner has over 25 years of experience helpingcompanies build and grow their businesses. Mr. Weiner

has worked with numerous well known Corporate 1000 and middle marketcompanies in a variety of vertical industries. Fred lives at the intersectionof Technology, Marketing and Business. Mr. Weiner uses his unique skillset to help businesses develop and executed technology strategies,business plans, and marketing & sales strategies at the highest levels withina variety of organizations. As the President of Dragonfly Forest, aresidential summer camp for children with Autism and Medical Needs,Fred has built, grown, and raise the necessary funds for the Dragonflyprogram to support over 3,000 children.

� 4-H Camp Debriefing and a Look Ahead

Kelly Weisner4-H Extension Educator – Potter County, Penn State University Extension

24 Maple View LaneCoudersport, PA [email protected]://extension.psu.edu/potter

Kelly Weisner is the 4-H Youth Development Educatorin Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. A 4-H Educator for 13years, Kelly has been a Residential and Day Camp

Director for 13 years. She serves as the Pennsylvania state 4-H CampTeam Chair. Her program areas include livestock, equine, teen leadership,and volunteer training. Kelly has B.S. in Agriculture Education fromDelaware Valley College and a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction fromPenn State University.

� Standards Training - Latest Update Course� Interactive Panel Discussions on ACA Standards

Sue Williams, Associate Executive DirectorSouth Mountain YMCA

P.O. Box 147Wernersville, PA [email protected]

Sue has been involved in camping and outdooreducation for the past 20 years. Initially as a naturalist and educator,she has worked with children and staff instilling a sense of wonder andappreciation for working and playing outside. Sue has been a CampDirector and Outdoor Center Director in both 4-H and YMCA programs.Currently she is the Associate Executive Director at South MountainYMCA Camps and volunteers as the ACA Standards Chair for Keystone.

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3 ADVENTURES INTERNATIONAL STAFFING SERVICES

Matt Buczek, Co-Founder16 Edgemere Terrace, Washington, NJ 07882888.724.4292, ext [email protected]:matt.buczek

3 Adventures is a full service international staffing agency. Weare owned and operated by Camp Directors with over 50 years’experience in camping. By choosing to partner with the 3Adventures team, you will have round the clock access tofriendly, experienced placement professionals and the highestquality of people, waiting to become your next great camp staff.

ALL4STAFF

Peter Holter, Business Development1035 Pearl Street, Fifth Floor, Boulder, CO. [email protected]@all4staff

Born out of the outdoor industry and designed specificallyfor seasonal businesses, All4Staff is a cloud-based softwareto manage the paperwork process of hiring new employees.We drive the traditionally paper-heavy process of"onboarding" to a digital one that can be completed from asmart-phone, tablet, or laptop before the first day of work.New-hires can sign forms digitally, complete their W4s andI9s, and use their phone's camera to upload copies of licensesand certifications. All the forms are filed neatly in the cloudwhere a manager can access them from anywhere on theglobe. At the point in the year when your time is mostvaluable, don't waste another minute filing, scanning ortracking down forms from your new staff.

AMSKIER

Jeffrey Skier, Vice President Johanna Bush, Assistant Vice PresidentKaren Gillman, Claims Coordinator 209 Main Ave., Hawley, PA 18428570.226.4571/[email protected]@[email protected]

AMSkier is the largest direct insurer of children’s camps in thecountry. We are a family business founded in 1920 by AbramM. Skier, followed by his son, Henry Skier and joined by hischildren, Jeffrey & Aimee Skier.

BERG USA, LLC

Daniel Snader, Commercial Sales [email protected] [email protected] N. Broad Street, Suite 100, Lititz, PA 17543717.625.2374www.bergtoys-usa.com Facebook: BERG USA

BERG manufactures pedal karts and the MOOV construction toyfor commercial and residential use. The pedal karts are for ages 2to 99 and come as single and multi-seaters. Founded in 1985 byHendrik van den Berg, BERG has emerged as the leader in theworld-wide pedal kart market. BERG products are found in summercamps, camp grounds, agritainment centers, rental companies, andthousands of residential homes all over the USA and Canada. TheMOOV construction kits are for indoor/outdoor use geared towardsages 5-12. You imagine, build, and then ride. Make it, move it! Multipleapplications for summer camp programs that are economical anddevelopmental. BERG products provide safe, developmental, andhealthy fun for all ages and for a low investment.

BUNK1.COM

Ed Metzendorf, Managing Director461 Park Ave., So., 9th Flr., New York, NY 10016888.465.CAMP; 212.974.9112 x [email protected]; www.bunk1.com

Established in 1999, Bunk1 has been exclusively serving thecamp community for 15 years. Since that time, our productsand services have evolved tremendously but our mission hasremained the same: To continually enhance the summer campexperience for everyone involved, while maintaining thetraditions and unparalleled childhood experience offered byour customers. Our All-Inclusive Camp Management Platformis revolutionary. It's elegantly designed to exceed parents’expectations, improve your efficiency, and allow you to focuson providing children with the best opportunities andexperiences. The Bunk1 summer services will make your campan unforgettable experience for the whole family.

CAMP AMERICA

Sam Roberts, National Field Representative1 High Ridge Park, Stamford, CT 06905Cell + 203.918.0059; Toll Free + 1.800.727.8233 Ext [email protected]; www.campamerica.aifs.com

Camp America has been the nation's leading provider ofinternational staff to summer camps since 1969. We take greatpride in providing excellent customer service and offering awide selection of exceptional staff. CA will provide qualifiedstaff for virtually every position at your camp, from qualifiedactivity leaders and specialist and general counselors tokitchen, maintenance, and office staff. We serve every type ofcamp, from not for profit to profit, special needs to faith based,day to residential. We aim to be your easiest and friendliestoption for quality matches and smooth logistics. We specializein serving camp directors who are new to the internationalstaffing process and those who have done it for over 30 years..



CAMPBRAIN

Jeff Bowman866.485.8885 x [email protected]@campbrain.com

CampBrain provides camp and conference center managementsoftware to over 1000 camps and has been doing so since 1994.We provide CampBrain on 2 platforms – entirely web-based andlocally-installed. Choose the one that suits your situation best.We are known for providing a complete feature set for all aspectsof camp management, intuitive design, customizable reporting,robust registration structure and caring, personal support. Ourlatest release includes a new camper medical module, takingelectronic health records to the next level. Come chat with Jeffabout your needs to see if CampBrain might be a good fit.

CAMP COUNSELOR USA (CCUSA)

Lauren Purcell901 E. Street, Suite 300, San Rafael, CA 94901800.999.CAMP (2267) x [email protected]@ccusa.comwww.ccusa.comSkype: laurenbucknopurcell

Since 1986, CCUSA has placed over 100,000 internationalstaff at summer camps across the USA. As a US Departmentof State designated J-1 visa sponsor, you are guaranteedexcellent service and up to date information on visaregulations. We recruit from over 60 countries around theworld and all our camp clients are assigned a designatedPlacement Coordinator (PC) who will assist you with yourstaffing needs. CCUSA provides an online account for you tomanage your account, search for international staff and stayup to date on all information and news from CCUSA 24/7. Weprovide 24-hour support during camp season. As an industryleader, you can trust that you will receive excellent quality andservice from CCUSA.

CAMP LEADERS

Gail Leopold, Business Development [email protected] Joy, Relationship [email protected]. Box 4384m, Stamford, CT 06907866.803.7643www.campleaders.com

Camp Leaders has been providing opportunities for participantsto have meaningful cultural exchange opportunities at Americansummer camps since 1999. We've built a strong reputation inthe summer camp industry based on the quality of ourapplicants, customer service, innovation, and value.

CAMPSITE

Scott Schwartz, General Manager855.599.2267; [email protected]

Camp Management Software, designed by Camp Directors forCamp Directors. CampSite offers an innovative and easy-to usesystem for managing every aspect of your camp online. Withdecades of experience in running camps and designingsoftware, we know what you need to make your camp andbusiness processes more efficient. From camper lead andenrollment management, to billing and financial analysis, to staffrecruiting and alumni tracking, CampSite is your one-stop-shopfor all of your camp management needs!

KINSEY’S OUTDOORS

Dakota Royer, Program [email protected] Duckett, Program [email protected]; [email protected]

Kinsey’s Outdoors is here to serve your organization in any waypossible. We constantly strive to exceed customer expectations.Our dedicated staff is committed to increasing their knowledgethrough continual product education and by staying currentwith the trends that affect the industry. Technical support isprovided by our professional staff with years of target archeryand retail experience. In this session we will cover the “ArcheryBasics” along with informing you on everything that we have tooffer. We go further than just the bows and arrows!

MERCHANTS FLEET MANAGEMENT

Mike Snyder, Regional Sales Executive, PA484.661.7070; [email protected] Fier, Regional Sales Executive, NJ609.203.0201; [email protected]. Box 16415, 1278 Hooksett Road, Hooksett, NH 03106www.merchantsfleetmanagement.com

Merchants will be featuring the all-new 2015 Ford Transit 10Passenger Van. Merchants Short-Term Solutions providestransportation solutions to the camp and tour industry nationwide.With over 30 years’ experience, currently over 1,100 vehicles on theroad and more than 120 camps being serviced, we are the premierleader in camp transportation. Merchants Short-Term Solutionsdivision has offered camps multi-passenger vehicle and activity busleasing solutions for terms as little as two months and up to 60months, as well as daily truck and passenger van rentals. We offerone of the largest selections of short-term, multi-passenger vehiclesand shuttle buses in the U.S. Our automobile selection includes SUVs,trucks, sedans, 8, 10, 12 and 15 Passenger vans plus a variety of activitybuses. All vehicles meet the highest safety standards. We understandcamp transportation is just one of your is just one of your many campresponsibilities. Our goal is to streamline the process for you. Afterworking with one of our experienced representatives to find theprogram most suitable for your organization, all vehicles will becompletely prepared for you and ready for pick up or delivery at yourconvenience. Merchants’ goes the extra mile!

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MONKEY HARDWARE

Ben [email protected] [email protected] Post Road, Suite C-16, Fairfield, CT [email protected]; monkeyhardware.us

Turn a tree into a Climbing Wall! Monkey Hardware is theGerman sensation now available in the USA through Ropes-ParkEquipment.com. Economical, movable, tree-friendly, andexpandable with kits for different budgets, ages and needs.Easy DYI installation. Great for camps, schools, etc. Treeclimbing has never been so cool! Make sure to stop by ouredu-commerce session during the conference or come tryfree climbing for yourself outside the hotel.

MR. D’S TEES

Kenn Dranoff, Owner2446 Huckleberry Way, Jamison, PA 18929888.343.8337215.343.8337 [email protected]

Mr. D’s is currently celebrating its 34th year in business. Weare a full service company that can take you through all ofyour printing and embroidery possibilities with ease. We haveartists that can bring your design dreams to a reality as wellas a full line of promotional products, signs and banners tocomplete your printing needs. Our satisfied customersinclude the Philadelphia 76ers, Patti LaBelle, McDonalds,schools, sports leagues, camps nationwide, companypromotions and family reunions. Mr. D’s is proud to be anAmerican Camp Association member for 26 years and workswith YMCA’s, JCC’s, Christian Camps, and is a licensed GirlsScouts USA vendor. From parties and events to updating yourcompany’s printed wardrobe, Mr. D’s can handle the largestjob down to the smallest detail. Contact Kenn for quotes andideas for your next project!

NATIONAL CAMP GROUP

Bjorn Waldron, Director – Sales & Marketing25 Greenway Drive SW, Leesburg, VA [email protected]

National Camp Group provides insurance and risk managementsolutions to protect your camp, campers, and their campingexperience. We are dedicated to meeting the diverse needs ofcamps, both large and small, throughout the United States. ‘TheNCG team is extremely courteous and very professional. They arealways pleasant and willing to help. I would highly recommendthem to any camp.’ – Janice Kaltenbaugh, Camp Harmony.

PERLOW PRODUCTIONS

Mike Perlow, President & Founder1 Eves Drive, Suite 141, Marlton, NJ 08053856.669.1669; [email protected]

Perlow Productions is a video production company based outsideof Philadelphia that works with summer camps throughout thecountry to create powerful promotional videos. Our clients includeCamp Echo Lake, Camp Wicosuta, Camp Eagle Hill, Camp Judaea,Breezemont Day Camp, Camp Saginaw and JCC Camps atMedford. We capture the warm emotional heart of your camp withsingle & multi-camera shoot approaches, aerial videography, aproduction team that blends into your camp environment &creative animation that gives your video that extra “Wow” factor.Summer camps choose Perlow Productions when they want avideo that’s as unique and memorable as the camp itself.

PEST-HEAT

Vince LaMantia900C Tryens Road, Aston, PA 19014 [email protected]; www.pestheat.com

Pest-Heat is a division of Sunbelt Rentals, one of the largestequipment rental companies in the United States. Pest-Heatspecializes in pest eradication equipment for the campingindustry, as well as pest control companies, propertymanagement companies, hotels and housing authorities, to namea few. Pest-Heat is a business affiliate of the American CampAssociation and works closely with the camping industry inproviding heat treatment equipment to eradicate bed bugs andother pests in their overnight facilities.

PHILADELPHIA INSURANCE COMPANIES

Heather Bowlin, Assistant Vice President of MarketingOne Bala Plaza, Suite 100, Bala Cynwyd, PA [email protected]; www.phly.com

Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) designs, markets,and underwrites commercial property/casualty and professionalliability insurance products, incorporating value-addedcoverages and services for select industries. By maintaining adisciplined approach to business, we provide greater securityfor our policyholders and superior value for our shareholder.

TANDY LEATHER FACTORY

Michael Thompson, Store Manager, Tandy Leather #1611115 Union Boulevdard, Allentown, PA 18109866.875.6737; 610.437.3424 (Store) [email protected]

Tandy Leather is a leading supplier of leather, leather craftsand kits.

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TOURO UNIVERSITY NEVADA

Dave Malter, Program Director874 American Pacific Drive, Henderson NV 89014917.292.1486 [email protected]@tun.touro.edutun.touro.edu/camp

The Touro University Nevada ONLINE Master of Science inCamp Administration and Leadership enables you to earn anadvanced degree with speed and efficiency. You cancomplete the program in just four semesters (and onesummer) with the flexibility to study on your own schedule.With multiple admission dates throughout the year, we’reready to begin when you are. Graduates of the CampAdministration Program will be equipped with a strongfoundation of knowledge and skills for a leadership positionat camps throughout the country. Each course is focused onexamining a specific aspect of a year-round camp position(camp management, budgeting, finance, operations,leadership and ethics). This graduate program gives you theopportunity to implement new ideas and concepts which willprovide you with an edge in this competitive field. Yourapplication package should include a TUN admissionsapplication, official transcripts from all colleges attended, andtwo letters of recommendation. Scholarships and financialaid are available.

TRINITY/HPSI

Rod EndersonP.O. Box 1674, White House, TN [email protected]

Trinity/HPSI is the Official ACA Group Purchasing Partner.Free Membership in Trinity/HPSI enables you to takeadvantage of the huge buying power of several thousandmembers across all 50 states. More than 500 ACA membersare already Trinity/HPSI members and are collectively savingnearly $3,000,000 per year (nearly $6,000 per averagemember). Foodservice is the largest purchase category formost camps and thus presents the largest savingsopportunity for ACA members. Choose from the outstandingTrinity/HPSI agreements with Sysco, US Foods, Gordon FoodService or Feeser’s for great savings. For a complimentaryanalysis of your camp’s foodservice savings opportunity,email Travis Claypool at [email protected].

As an ACA/Trinity/HPSI member you will also be able to saveon purchases from recognizable companies such as Sherwin-Williams, Lowe’s, HD Supply, Grainger, Office Depot, Staples,Suburban Propane, Ferrellgas, New England CampDiscounter, American Hotel Register, School Specialty andmany more. Go to www.trinity-usa.net for more informationand membership forms.

2014

December 5 9:00am � December 6 11:00am Pennsylvania

ACA Associate Visitors Course

December 9 6:30pm Pennsylvania

Annual Keystone Holiday Party

2015

January 17 12:00pm to 3:00pm PennsylvaniaACA Keystone Bucks County Camp Fair/Expo 2015

March 6 12:00am to 4:00pm Pennsylvania

ACA Full Standards Course

March 19 7:30am to 9:00am New Jersey

ACA Keystone Annual Meeting and no cost Breakfast AT TRI-STATE!

That means it’s party time and everyone is invited!(even though Philly and DE folks have a shorter trip than Pittsburgh!)

P.J. Whelihan’s � Blue Bell, PA

December 9, 2014 � 6.30 pm

$20 buys super food and soft drinks including open cash bar.

$5 of that is given straight to Keystone’s very own campership fund.

This event, as well as those highlighted below, are ready for you

to sign up by trucking over to acakeystone.org.

Holiday Season’s here!



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