We are thrilled to announce that Katie Johnson, Senior Risk Consultant at Chalmers Camp Insurance, will be sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience at several major conferences this year. From crafting essential eligibility criteria to integrating mission, vision, and effective supervision, Katie’s sessions promise to offer valuable insights for camp professionals. Below is a detailed look at her schedule, session topics, and descriptions.
CODACON 2025 | Dallas, TX
Sponsored by Chalmers
Session: Insurance Panel
Stay tuned for more information!
ACA National Conference 2025 | Dallas, TX
Tuesday, February 18th | 4:00pm – 5:15pm CST
Session: Crafting Essential Eligibility Criteria for Camper Success
What does a camper need to succeed at your camp? What minimum skills are required for them to thrive? How well do you communicate these to families? Essential Eligibility Criteria (EECs) are a powerful but often overlooked tool for defining the physical, social, and emotional skills necessary for success. Join us to explore EECs, review examples from other programs, and begin evaluating your own program to draft a customized set of EECs.
Wednesday, February 19th | 1:15pm – 2:30pm CST
Session: Integrating Mission, Vision, & Effective Supervision
At camp, our mission and philosophy are often steeped in values of free play, unstructured time, and opportunities for independent growth. However, claims data is clear – this is the most common time for incidents of bullying, hazing, or abuse to occur. This session will explore the juxtaposition of these competing priorities at camp – maintaining your camp’s philosophy of independence while also effectively supervising to keep campers safe.
Thursday, February 20th | 8:30am – 9:45am CST
Session: Ask the Insurance Experts
Join a panel discussion led by Tony Oyenarte, where Katie will contribute her insights alongside other industry experts. This interactive session will cover pressing insurance questions and challenges faced by camp professionals.
Tri-State Camp Conference 2025 | Atlantic City, NJ
Wednesday, March 12th | 8:30am – 9:30am EST
Session: Crafting Essential Eligibility Criteria for Camper Success
What does a camper need to succeed at your camp? What minimum skills are required for them to thrive? How well do you communicate these to families? Essential Eligibility Criteria (EECs) are a powerful but often overlooked tool for defining the physical, social, and emotional skills necessary for success. Join us to explore EECs, review examples from other programs, and begin evaluating your own program to draft a customized set of EECs.
ACA New England Conference 2025 | Manchester, NH
Thursday, March 27th | 9:00am – 10:30am
Session: Finding the Banks of the River
At camp, just as rivers need banks to guide their flow, our campers require clear boundaries to navigate their interactions. In today’s world, influenced by social media, technology and the lasting effects of isolation brought on by COVID, campers arrive with varied “norms” and behaviors that can sometimes create confusion. This session will discuss the importance of establishing the "banks of the river"—clear and developmentally appropriate boundaries that help shape a positive camp experience. We will equip leaders and staff with practical tools to effectively communicate these boundaries, fostering a safe and nurturing environment where campers can thrive.
Friday, March 28th | 11:15am – 12:30pm
Session: Crafting Essential Eligibility Criteria for Camper Success
What does a camper need to succeed at your camp? What minimum skills are required for them to thrive? How well do you communicate these to families? Essential Eligibility Criteria (EECs) are a powerful but often overlooked tool for defining the physical, social, and emotional skills necessary for success. Join us to explore EECs, review examples from other programs, and begin evaluating your own program to draft a customized set of EECs.
Mark your calendars and join Katie Johnson at these sessions to gain actionable strategies, learn from real-world examples, and engage in meaningful discussions that will enrich your camp programs. Stay tuned for further details on the CODACON Insurance Panel and other session updates. See you there!