Enjoy your summer!

Dear Readers,

On behalf of NH Camps, welcome to this publication focused on all things summer camp! Thank you to New Hampshire Magazine for bringing these expert voices to life through this resource.

The NH Camp Directors Association represents day, resident, nonprofit and private camps across the state. NH Camps has more than 90 member camps, all licensed by the State of New Hampshire. We are proud to collaborate with organizations across the state and strive to be the collective voice for camps in New Hampshire.

Our member camps support each other in so many ways. The power of collaboration and the sharing of best practices are what makes the industry so strong. Our focus in this publication is to share some words of wisdom from camp professionals to support you in planning for this summer.

This year, we’re looking at current trends in camping, covering a wide breadth of opportunities ranging from sustainability and outdoor experiences to increased focus on inclusion and strong social/emotional bonds. Whether you’re a seasoned camp parent or just beginning to explore summer camps in New Hampshire, we hope you find that this collection of articles highlights the value of a summer camp experience and what it can offer all children.

New Hampshire has a long and rich tradition of camping, extending back almost 130 years. It was here that organized summer camps began and New Hampshire continues to be the location of some of the finest programs and facilities across the United States. There truly is a camp program for everyone!

For more information on member camps, please visit our website www.nhcamps.org

Enjoy your summer!

Sincerely,

SUSAN HILD PRESIDENT, NEW HAMPSHIRE CAMPS