S5E4: How to host a WICS pop-up event
How to host a WICS pop-up event February 25, 2025 Session description: Join the ICF Academy and Women in Camp team on February 25th at 8am (Eastern) for a webinar that brings the powerful message of the Women in Camp Summit to the worldwide community…
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ICF President’s Remarks – Jan/Feb 2025
Dear ICF Community, As we step into the new year, I want to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes to each of you. The beginning of the year is a time of renewal, planning, and looking ahead to the exciting opportunities that await…
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ICF President’s Remarks – December 2024
Dear ICF Members, As the year draws to a close, I want to take this moment to reflect on what we’ve achieved together in 2024 and share my hopes as we step into 2025. This year has been an inspiring journey for the ICF community….
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28th Annual Japan Camp meeting
National Camping Association of Japan (NCAJ) November 9, 2024 The 28th Camp Meeting in Japan (CMJ) took place in Tokyo on November 9, 2024. Since its inception in 1997, this annual conference has aimed to share achievements in camp practice and research among professionals across…
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ICF President’s Remarks – November 2024
Dear ICF Family, As we near the end of another dynamic and inspiring year, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on our recent achievements and share exciting updates for the months ahead. First, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Jeff Bradshaw for hosting…
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S5E2: You Asked, We Answered
You Asked, We Answered: 5 burning questions, 16 camp pros, 80 answers November 26, 2024 Session description Join us for Season 5, Episode 2 of ICF Academy, where we pose five burning questions to 16 seasoned camp professionals, uncovering 80 insightful answers! This info-packed session promises a wealth of knowledge, and…
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1st China Outdoor Education Conference (COEC)
From November 17–20, the inaugural 2024 First China Outdoor Education Conference (COEC) took place in Aranya Qinhuangdao, a conference and holiday resort just 1,5 hours from Beijing, by bullet train. The event was hosted by the cutting-edge educational institution Sun Watcher, led by Wang Hao…
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S5 E1: Stop, Start, Continue: Summer Recap for 2024
Stop, Start, Continue: Summer Recap for 2024 October 22, 2024 Session description In this kickoff episode of Season 5, we reflect on the highlights and challenges of summer at camp. Let’s debrief the highs and lows of summer camp and how we can use those…
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ICDC Guangzhou China 2024
The International Camp Directors Course (ICDC) has been developed as a professional development course for camp managers, directors and operators and other experienced camp staff professionals in administrative roles. All courses are approved and administered by the International Camping Fellowship (ICF) using both local and…
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ICF President’s Remarks – October 2024
Dear ICF Members, As we move into the final quarter of 2024, I am filled with gratitude for the strength and commitment of our global camping community. Your dedication continues to inspire and pave the way for meaningful growth and collaboration. We are making great…
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