BRINGING TOGETHER A WORLD OF OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE

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ICF President's Remarks


Dear Members of the International Camping Fellowship and the Global Camp Community,

As we step into the promising embrace of the New Year, I extend my warmest greetings to each and every one of you.


Continue reading the ICF President’s remarks here

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ICF Awards: 2024 Nominations Open

 

The ICF Awards Program provides an opportunity to recognize contributions to the international camping movement. Individuals or associations are encouraged to recognize the work of their peers through several award nominations.

 

Nominations for the 2024 ICF Awards are open!

 

View the Award categories and nominate here

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ICF Academy S4 E1 - Lessons from ICC 2023

 

November 21, 8 am EST

 

This episode was a celebration of the learning and fellowship of ICC 2023 in Spain!

The main elements from several sessions were shared, and breakout rooms were offered to discuss content application and networking!

 

View the recording here

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ICF Academy S4 E2 – The Role of Camps in Green Education

 

December 12, 8 am EST

 

This episode provided a professional look at environmentally sustainable practices at camp. How can we walk the talk in sustainability, both in education and in practice?

 

View the recording here

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ICF Academy S4 E3 – Camp Staff Training Tips

 

January 23, 8 am EST

 

Join ICF Academy for a live episode where we will can discuss various ideas for camp staff training. Our panelists share their expertise and insights on effective training methods, creating engaging training sessions, and building a strong team culture. Whether you're a seasoned camp director or a new staff member, you won't want to miss this informative and interactive discussion. Tune in and get ready to take your camp staff training to the next level!

 

Join us here!

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ICF Academy S4 E4 – Camp Study Tour to Spain!

 

Join us to meet Carolina Fleix-Wright, the co-owner and director of English Summer S.A. camp in Spain and to take a tour of camp. We look behind the program successes and learn about all aspects of the English Summer S.A. camp operation – from history to administration, services to operations, camp operations in Spain and more. Learn how your camp can join the ICF Camp Study Tour Program and be featured in future episodes.

 

Exact date of the live episode to be announced soon!

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Reminder: Renew your membership!

 

We need you and we welcome you to continue to be part of our global camp community. Together we can give camp a voice, work together and make a difference in the lives of children - #ThanksToCamp

 

Membership payments can be made on www.myicfconnect.net , using a credit card/PayPal or by contacting ICF Membership Services at membership@icfconnect.net

 

Thank you for continuing to make a difference by bringing together the world of outdoor experience.

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ICF Milestone Program

 

One of the ways that ICF recognizes our members is through the presentation of certificates and announcements as camps or associations reach significant milestones in their camp life.

So, based upon the year of founding registered when a camp, organization or association first applies as member, ICF sends a certificate to acknowledge their current milestone achievement.

 

Participate in the Milestone Program!

Confirm or register your camp's birthdate in myicfconnect.net 

 

Camp and Camp Association milestones for 2024 here

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ASSOCIATION NETWORK NEWS
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2024 National Conference of ACA US


 

The 2024 ACA National Conference takes place February 6-9, 2024, in New Orleans, LA.  The conference theme is Empowering Camps to Create Quality Experiences.

 

Choose from more than 150 unique events! 

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Congreso National de Campamentos


February 10, 2024

Explore new frontiers in the world of camping!

The Mexican Camping Association invites you to prepare for its most anticipated event: National Camping Congress 2024!

 

If yours is a company passionate about camps; if you are a dedicated staff member, an intrepid coordinator, or thrives in industries like ecotourism and recreation, this event is for you!

This year, we are opening the doors to ALL to be a part of this unique experience.


Stay tuned for more information!

 

Here is what happened last year

 

WORLD NEWS

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OCA Connects 2024


Uniting Camp Leaders: Bridging Wisdom and Innovation Across Generations


February 14-15, 2024


Registration is Now Open! 

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With over 40 Professional Workshops, Campfire Chats, bite-sized Mini Sessions and a very special Keynote, there is something for everyone!

KEYNOTE:

ο»Ώ"Valuing the Future of Camping"

ο»Ώpresented by Chris Hudson

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Camps in Mexico Making a Difference

 

On Oct. 25, Hurricane Otis hit Acapulco, Mexico as a Category 5 hurricane, causing catastrophic damage to the region. With wind speeds increasing by 115 mph within 24 hours, the storm rapidly intensified, giving over a million people in and around the city very little time to prepare. Reports from the area show downed trees, severe flooding, mudslides, and catastrophic damage to structures, including hotels and high-rise buildings. The storm also knocked out power and internet communications across the region, with over 10,000 utility poles destroyed, and multiple transmission lines and electrical substations heavily damaged.

This devastating hurricane that practically teared apart that beautiful port leaving sorrow and sadness, also poverty and hundreds of kids without a home or, even worse, without a family…

On December 5th, 3 Mexican camps (Kin Camp, Cetia Ti and Camp Santa Ursula) joined with the Mexican Camp Association to bring some relief, happiness, joy and tons of fun to these communities though games and play in their public schools…


Because camps can make a difference in this world … if we try

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II National Congress of Leisure & Free Time - Spain


Date: 26 January 2024

Venue : @talentgarden_spain Madrid

Theme: "The Best Future, in the Present"

 

The ANEACAMP association in Spain is hosting this national event in Madrid. Attending are a multitude of entities and companies of camps, leisure, leisure and facilities, youth CEOs, speakers, suppliers and sponsors...


For information and participation, please contact info@aneacamp.com

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10th IOERC (International Outdoor Education Research Conference)

 

The 10th IOERC is scheduled for March 2024. ICF Board member Masako Harigaya is a member of the Conference’s organizing committee. This Conference hosts 150 research presentations from Japan and other countries.

 

10th IOERC in Tokyo Website

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Dare to Lead Award Winner


ICF Board member and mastermind behind ICF Academy, Dr. Gwynn Powell, has been recognized formally at the Women in Camp Summit held in December, 2023.

She is the 2023 recipient of Dare to Lead Award.


ICF congratulates Gwynn on this recognition that is incredibly well-deserved!

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