Camp Training
Certification, Training and Professional Development
4Points Expeditions

Matt May

805-320-7602 matt@4pointsguides.com https://4pointsguides.com/

4points Paramedic and EMT Instructors are outdoor professionals ready to train your staff in CPR, First Aid, Wilderness First Aid and Wilderness First Responder. We are:*Authorized Guides for the National Park Service* American Heart Association CPR and First Aid Instructors* SOLO Schools authorized providers for Wilderness Medical Training (WFA/WFR)* Proud members of the American Camping Association *Members of ISEEN--The Independent Schools Experiential Education Network.

ACA Basic Camp Director Course

765-342-8456 regbcdc@ACAcamps.org http://www.ACAcamps.org/education/bcdc.php

The BCDC provides the basics and more for camp directors with fewer than six years of experience or for seasoned program directors and site managers. Develop well-rounded knowledge of the core areas & begin building a personal network of camp professionals.

ACA e-Institute Online Training

765-342-8456 kbrosnan@ACAcamps.org http://www.ACAcamps.org/einstitute

The e-Institute provides cutting-edge, camp-related, online courses for the camp & youth development communities. It is also a mechanism for training large groups of people, and facilitates learning via both self-directed courses & live meetings.

Adventure Experiences

Brandon Burt

936-594-2945 bailey@advexp.com http://www.advexp.com

Adventure Experiences, LLC is a full service challenge course and zip line company committed to excellence in training, expertise in construction, comprehensive inspections, and supplying the best equipment in the industry. If you have any challenge course or zip line needs, please feel free to visit our website at www.advexp.com or contact us at: P: 800-595-2945 E: info@advexp.com

Alpine Towers International

Kara Ridenhour

828-733-0953 programservices@alpinetowers.com http://www.alpinetowers.com

BUILDING EXPERIENCES SINCE 1989! For more than 3 decades, Alpine Towers has been delivering the best in Adventure Course Design and Technology. We create facilities that Educate, Inspire and Empower every user with experiences that will last a lifetime. Driven by true craftsmanship, we design, build, service and equip world class experiential learning and recreational environments. We are a comprehensive, full-service challenge course provider.

American Outdoor School

Eliot Goodwin

518-636-9131 eliot@americanoutdoorschool.com https://www.americanoutdoorschool.com

We are a community of nature lovers who believe outdoor education should be available to everyone, regardless of experience. Whether you’re a first-time hiker, a birdwatcher, a fungi enthusiast, or not sure what you like, we have classes to help you foster your connection with the outdoors and each other.

Outdoor Content Publisher

Challenge Towers

Andrew Miller

828-265-0602 info@challengetowers.com http://www.challengetowers.com

Challenge Towers was born from the idea that challenge changes lives. Twenty years working with camps across the country and that idea still rings true. Challenge Towers offers industry leading ropes course and zip line design, installation, and support along with top notch ACCT accredited inspections and trainings. Our goal is to help you achieve your goals.

Challenge Works, Inc.

831-440-1421 nick@challengeworks.com http://www.challengeworks.com

We are all things Aerial Adventure and Ropes/Challenge Courses! California bred and based; we have been proudly supporting camps and their aerial adventure operations for 25 years! Whether you need a new course designed and built, your existing course inspected and maintained, your staff trained and certified, or new harnesses and helmets, we’ve got you covered. Our mission is to support you and keep your courses and staff top notch. ACCT PVM (Fully Accredited Professional Vendor Member).

Evolution Mentoring Intl.

Jeffrey Leiken

415-441-8218 leiken.consulting@gmail.com http://www.evolutionmentoring.com

Motivating and inspiring training for staff and leadership communication and strategic coaching for camp leaders. Specializing in defining your mission and making your camp hugely successful in spite of the economy or the culture. Extraordinary track record of success.

ExpertOnlineTraining.com

Evan Heltay

877-237-3931 info@ExpertOnlineTraining.com https://www.ExpertOnlineTraining.com

Staff training starts today! We offer 140+ videos hosted by the most respected educators in youth development. Pre-season, web-based training saves you time and puts all of your staff in a professional mindset. Discover why more than 2,500 camps have chosen ExpertOnlineTraining.com to be the perfect complement to their on-site training.

Gratz College

Dave Malter

215-635-7300 x154 dmalter@gratz.edu http://www.gratz.edu

Gratz College offers a 36 credit online Master's in Camp Administration and Leadership. It provides practical and applied instruction on best camp practices through highly engaging courses that empower camp professionals with knowledge and skills for successful camp leadership. This program prepares students to engage in strategic and tactical activities focused on camp management, operations and logistics, human capital management, budgeting and finance, and productivity metrics.

Morrow Insurance Agency, Inc.

Marsh Dark

800-228-3132 mdark@morrowinsurance.com http://www.morrowinsurance.com

Get a second opinion on your specialized insurance needs. Our extensive experience in safeguarding camps and campers have given us the ability and expertise to offer a series of unique programs and specially designed coverages. Select and qualified camps are eligible for this special program.

The Redwoods Group

Katie Johnson

919-462-9730 kjohnson@redwoodsgroup.com http://www.redwoodsgroup.com

Redwoods uses caring to create change. We provide insurance and management consulting to socially responsible, youth-serving organizations. Our work is to serve, and our purpose is to transform. We use data gathered through insurance to guide behavior through consulting. So that together with our customers, we bring prevention to the forefront and healing to all.

Training Wheels

Michelle Cummings

888-553-0147 michelle@training-wheels.com http://www.training-wheels.com

Training Wheels is a known leader in the portable, adventure equipment industry and prides itself in creating quality, affordable activities, books and trainings for those seeking experiential resources. Michelle Cummings, owner, is a known author and trainer in the industry. www.training-wheels.com

Viristar

Jeff Baierlein

206-473-8050 info@viristar.com http://www.viristar.com

Viristar provides training and consulting services to camps worldwide. Viristar offers four services: 1) risk management training, resources, and expert guidance; 2) program and curriculum development, 3) business management consulting, and 4) wilderness medicine training. Led by a team of experienced industry experts, Viristar has provided staff training, safety audits, strategic planning, and risk management consultation to camps and related programs in dozens of countries and across the USA.

Vital Camps

Thomas Christensen

778-239-5477 thomas@vitalcamps.com http://vitalcamps.com

Train your staff online before arriving at camp. Vital Camps converts your existing training materials and customizes an online training platform. This can include reading, videos, interactions, quizzes, forms, etc. Vital Camps does all the customization. We track staff progress and issue certificates. Used by camps in over 20 states.

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