Camp Events Around the World
These are some events camp professionals around the world can look forward to, in chronological order. If there is an event you think should be added to this list, please email us the information at communications@icfconnect.net Date / Place November 3-4, 2021 – Australia/Online…
Read MoreBeverly Ball (1928 – 2021)
We wanted all the ICF friends to know that Beverly Ball died on September 22, 2021. She was 93 years old and the wife of Armand Ball. When Armand was the Executive Director of the American Camping Association, Bev was the director of book publishing…
Read MoreNews from ASOVENCAMP – Venezuela
After a year of uncertainty and adaptation to the new reality due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, Venezuelan Camp Association (ASOVENCAMP) and its members, assumed the challenge of opening their doors again to bring joy and magic to children who need it today more…
Read MoreDouble Reduction policy and Camp Education in China
Under the “双减 – Double Reduction” policy, how does Subject Training transform to Camp Education? Originally published on WeChat, by author Xiaofang Camp Instructor on August 26, 2021 In recent times, due to the impact of the “double reduction” policy, I have received a…
Read MoreICF President’s Remarks – September 2021
Dear ICF Family, Two summers have passed since Covid-19 entered our lives and we began living with the new reality. Many countries have vaccinated more than half of their populations and every other month more countries get access to vaccines. Schools have opened almost everywhere…
Read MoreEuropean Camp Meeting – Russia comes to Greece
After almost 2 years of a pause due to pandemic restrictions, the Russian Camp Association MOO “SDO” recently took the initiative to re-open camp conversation s by organizing a gathering of European camp professionals in Greece. The meeting took place in the picturesque resort community…
Read MoreFeedback from the #ThanksToCamp 2021 Post Survey
The TTC 2021 Post Survey was sent out in 7 different languages and the responses came back in all 7 languages! Below you will find some of the comments. If you would like to be more involved with the next TTC campaign, please contact ICF…
Read MoreС днем рождения!
On July 16, 2021, the Russian community of organizers of children’s recreation celebrated the 75th birthday of the legendary person and friend of camping – Galina Sukhoveyko. Galina began her pedagogical path as a counselor in a simple Soviet school, her formation took place within…
Read MoreNews from the Asociación Mexicana de Campamentos
Mexico City September 2021 This summer 2021, Mexican camps have taken the crucial job to operate safe and successful summer camps for kids from 4 to 17 years old. Around 25 Mexican organizations around the country, affiliated with the Mexican Camps Association, held summer camp…
Read MoreOutdoor Education in Three Asian countries
Outdoor Education in Three Asian countries History and overview of “Outdoor Education” in the context of some Asian countries Presenters: Dr MAETA Kazushi, Hokkaido University of Education (JAPAN); Dr Susanna Ho, Ministry of Education (SINGAPORE); Ms Ruth Feng CEO Jingle International Education (CHINA) Organisers: TAKANO Takako,…
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