Announcements and News

NH Camps hosted an online meeting with Tracey Gaslin from the Association of Camp Nursing filled with advice and guidance in preparing for a healthy, safe summer this year in the face of COVID-19 as well as all of the usual concerns. Tracey was gracious enough to allow us to record the session and supply her slides for those who weren't able to attend.

A $200 check from the camp made out to “Treasurer, State of NH” A completed “Youth Recreation Camp Program Application,” found here: https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/oos/cclu/ycp/documents/campapplication.pdf A completed Rules Checklist found here: https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/oos/cclu/ycp/documents/checklist.pdf A COPY of the results of the national background check for the camp’s owner and/or director – both if they are different people. If the camp is...

On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, NH Camps hosted its spring membership meeting remotely using Zoom. We had an unfortunate glitch for the first 20-25 minutes before we were able to lift the 100-participant cap, so for those who were kept out and missed some or all of the meeting, or for anyone who was unable to attend, the 1:30 recorded video is available here. This presentation is not without its glitches – the speaker isn't always highlighted, the shared-screen image of the agenda...

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...

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...