Register for the 2019 Fall Conference Register for the 2019 Fall Conference Jenne Walker // posted on Sunday, September 1, 2019 The 2019 Fall Conference is just around the corner! Register today! When? October 16, 2019 Where? Camp Brookwoods, Alton Bay, NH Cost? $10 per attendee CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The New Hampshire Camp Director's Association (NHCDA, also known as NHCamps) hopes that you will join us for a fantastic day at Camp Brookwoods, located near beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee. This conference serves as an opportunity for New Hampshire camps to network, be informed and to enjoy the camaraderie... Read more
HB 1301 - Youth Employment Laws Changing 8/23/16 Ken Robbins // posted on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 Our incredible Legislative Committee, chaired by Heather Riley, has provided all NHCDA members with this valuable information about changes to Youth Employment Laws that should be beneficial to camps. As of August 23, 2016, youth employment certificates can be issued by principles and parents only after the determination of a satisfactory level of academic performance by the student. The full text of this bill can be found here. Please take a minute and read the text of... Read more
Governor Hassan Signs Amendment to Youth Employment Law that Benefits Summer Camps Ken Robbins // posted on Thursday, June 16, 2016 NH Camps received notification from the Inspection Division of the NH Department of Labor on June 9 about the upcoming change to the law for 16/17 year-old employed youths. The law and the amendment (in bold and italic) are listed below: HB 1105 exempts 16/17 year olds working in summer camps for minors from the restrictions in hours under RSA 276-A:4 VII. 276-A:4 Prohibitions. VII. No youth 16 or 17 years of age who is duly enrolled in school shall work for more than 6... Read more