July 26, 2025 1 minute read
Protecting Campers – A Mid-Summer Abuse Prevention Refresh
As we enter the second half of the summer, here’s some encouraging news: while a few reports of inappropriate behavior have surfaced, early recognition and reporting by campers and staff have led to timely interventions. This speaks volumes about your team’s commitment to strong abuse prevention practices and the effectiveness of your training efforts—thank you.
That said, abuse…
July 19, 2024 1 minute read
ACA New England Partner Check-In: Mid-Summer Risk Management Tips
Join Carissa Chipman from Chalmers Camp Insurance, Katie Johnson, Senior Risk Consultant and Bud Copeland from American Camp Association New England in a recent ACA Partner Check-In for a discussion around their recent camp visits and claims they are seeing this summer.
They discuss key strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of campers and staff, emphasizing the…
March 1, 2024 3 minute read
Navigating Maine's Title 22, §4010-A: A Practical Guide for Camp Directors
The introduction of Maine's Title 22, §4010-A brings new requirements your way, aimed at ensuring the utmost safety for every child in your care. This guide is designed to help you navigate these requirements with ease, so you can focus on what you do best: making camp unforgettable.
February 20, 2024
ACA New England Partner Check-In: Safe Camps Start with Smart Hiring & Screening
Join Ethan Johnson and Carissa Chipman from Chalmers Camp Insurance as they sit down with Bud Copeland from ACA New England in a recent ACA Partner Check-In. They discuss crucial hiring and screening practices to ensure a safe camp environment. They highlight common pitfalls such as the lack of comprehensive job descriptions for all positions, from cabin directors to maintenance staff. They…
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March 1, 2023
Bus Safety & Supervision
All kinds of incidents happen on buses. Here are some important aspects to consider to prevent these incidents from happening at your organization.