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Camp is just around the corner, and you’ve still got to pack! You might be a pro at packing for camp, but there are always a few things you might forget. That's why The Clorox Company is partnering with the ACA to bring you a simple list of great suggestions for what counselors and staff should make sure is on their packing list this summer. Take a look – it just might save you from leaving something really important off your list!

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Learn the skills you need to succeed. Camping Magazine is your primary source for the most recent trends in the camp industry,  the latest research in the field of youth development, critical management tools,  and innovative programming ideas. The July/August 2010 issue features articles that address programming, history, 20/20 Toolbox, and more.

Children and youth need a community that:  encourages achievement and builds self-esteem; promotes healthy lifestyles, fitness, and activity; teaches in a classroom without walls; instills appreciation, respect, and responsibility for the natural world around them; and inspires the confidence and courage to become the leaders of tomorrow.

A Voice for Excellence

ACA's Because of Camp…™ outdoor advertising campaign officially launched in early January. Since that time, orders have been arriving daily for billboards, posters, and transit shelters. Several orders have been placed already, and are being shipped to vendors nationwide. Visit ACA's Say It Big Web page to view a map of advertising placements as they are confirmed.

Preserving the rich history of the camp experience is essential for the future. The American Camp Association (ACA) is proud to celebrate our 100th Anniversary in 2010 and the 150th Anniversary of Organized Camping in 2011, and to honor our past with this Web-based tribute.

Celebrate ACA's 100th Anniversary

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Make the ACA Connections — Become a Sponsor

Extend your brand identity and marketing capabilities with a strong visible presence at the ACA national conference. Let ACA customize a unique sponsorship package for you. Take advantage of the opportunity to tie your brand identity not only to ACA but to the educational aspects of this conference. Your sponsorship might be tax-deductible. Check with your tax advisor.

Name Badge Holder Sponsor — SOLD
CampMinder
Name Badge Holder Sponsor
 
Keynote Speaker Sponsor — SOLD

Markel Insurance Company
Keynote Speaker Sponsor - All Keynote Sessions

 
Tote Bag Sponsor — Cost: $10,000
 
 
Program Book — Cost: $10,000
 
 
ACA Centennial Sponsor - Cost: $15,000

Sponsor the ACA Historical Web site and Historical DVD. Join us in celebrating 100 years of ACA and 150 years of camp.

  • Company Banner on the homepage of ACA Anniversary Web site (Two years)
  • Logo and slide on ACA’s historical DVD that will be shown at the 2010 ACA National Conference keynote luncheon and live on ACA’s website.
  • One free booth at the 2010 National Conference
  • Banner ad on www.ACAcamps.org - may have more than one banner on two to three landing pages
  • Highway Billboard sponsor recognition for two billboards
  • Announcement and logo in two separate issues of ACA Now (member e-newsletter to 5,100, sent every Tuesday)
  • Listing on ACA’s Partnership/Sponsorship web page with logo and link www.ACAcamps.org/partnerships under Camp Champion category (2 years)
  • Full page ad in the 2010 Conference program book (b/w)
  • Logo on Partner page in Camping Magazine 6 issues
  • One e-mail blast to ACA camps
 
*Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Reception — Cost: $10,000

The Exhibit Hall Grand Opening is one of the most attended and anticipated activities at the conference. This sponsor will have the opportunity to showcase its support through integrated signage and interpersonal interactions outside the Exhibit Hall entryway through which nearly all 1200 conference attendees will pass at the Exhibit Hall opening. 

  • Full-Color Signage – Signage will be displayed in high-traffic areas throughout conference locations indicating premier sponsorship.
  • Free Exhibit Booth
  • Customized Conference Presentation – Your company will be guaranteed a 45-minute commerce/education session at the ACA National Conference in Denver, Colorado, Feb. 16-19, 2010 – session date TBD.
  • Program Book Acknowledgement – ½ b/w ad in the program book.
  • Exhibit Hall Carpet Logo – Your company will have their logo stylishly imbedded in the exhibit hall carpet along  the entrance of the hall where every conference attendee entering the hall will see your support of ACA.
  • Conference Web Site – Your company will be featured as a premier sponsor on the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Conference Sponsor Page – Your company will be featured with logo and a 30-word marketing statement on the sponsor page of the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Grand Opening Entrance - Sign recognition at the hall entrance.
  • Marketing Promotion at the Opening – Your company and ACA will work together to create a breath-taking opening – maybe confetti falling from the ceiling, logo on all the napkins and signs at every food station.
  • Guaranteed Visibility - Your company will be included in ACA's conference marketing plan starting on the date of execution (NOW) through February 2010 including:

    Your logo on all print and electronic marketing done by ACA. This includes a special SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT section in Camping Magazine (January/February issue); ACA's electronic member newsletter, ACA Now (December, January, and February) to 5,500 e-mails each issue.
Any post-conference promotion will include acknowledgement of the premier sponsorship.
 
*President's Reception — Cost: $10,000

This is a social event where ALL attendees come to meet and greet our ACA National President. We serve an extensive buffet for everyone, which provides an excellent opportunity for networking.

  • Full-Color Signage – Signage will be displayed in high-traffic areas throughout conference locations indicating premier sponsorship.
  • Free Exhibit Booth
  • Tent Cards displaying your company name and logo at every food station
  • Full color signage at the reception entrance
  • Customized Conference Presentation – Your company will be guaranteed a 45-minute commerce/education session at the ACA National Conference in Denver, Colorado, Feb. 16-19, 2010 – session date TBD.
  • Program Book Acknowledgement – ½ b/w ad in the program book.
  • Exhibit Hall Carpet Logo – Your company will have their logo stylishly imbedded in the exhibit hall carpet along  the entrance of the hall where every conference attendee entering the hall will see your support of ACA.
  • Conference Web Site – Your company will be featured as a premier sponsor on the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Conference Sponsor Page – Company featured with logo and a 30-word marketing statement on the sponsor page of the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Guaranteed Visibility – Your company will be included in ACA's conference marketing plan starting on the date of execution (NOW) through February 2010 including:

    Your logo on all print and electronic marketing done by ACA. This includes a special SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT section in Camping Magazine (January/February issue); ACA's electronic member newsletter, ACA Now (December, January, and February) to 5,500 e-mails each issue.
Any post-conference promotion will include acknowledgement of the premier sponsorship.
 
Exhibit Hall Breakfast/Bagel Sponsor — Cost: $8,000

This breakfast will be served in the Exhibit Hall. Get the attendees moving and motivated for the day with a coffee and bagel breakfast.  Attendees appreciate a free meal. This is a great way to get them in the hall before they start attending educational sessions.

  • Full-Color Signage in high traffic areas throughout conference locations indication premier sponsorship.
  • Free Exhibit Booth
  • Exhibit Hall Entrance – Sign recognition at the hall entrance for the morning only.
  • Tent Cards displaying your company name and logo at every food station.
  • Program Book Acknowledgement – ½ b/w ad in the program book.
  • Exhibit Hall Carpet Logo – Your company will have their logo stylishly imbedded in the exhibit hall carpet along the entrance of the hall where every conference attendee entering the hall will see your support of ACA.
  • Conference Web Site – Your company will be featured as a premier sponsor on the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Conference Sponsor Page – Company featured with logo and a 30-word marketing statement on the sponsor page of the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Guaranteed Visibility - Your company will be included in ACA's conference marketing plan starting on the date of execution (NOW) through February 2009 including:

    Your logo on all print and electronic marketing done by ACA. This includes a special SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT section in Camping Magazine (January/February issue); ACA's electronic member newsletter, ACA Now (December, January, and February) to 5,500 e-mails each issue.

Any post-conference promotion will include acknowledgement of the premier sponsorship.

 
Exhibit Hall Dessert/Snack Break Sponsor — Cost: $8,000

After lunch, attendees will be treated to cookies, brownies, etc. in the exhibit hall.

  • Full-Color Signage in high-traffic areas throughout conference locations indicating premier sponsorship.
  • Free Exhibit Booth
  • Exhibit Hall Entrance -  Sign recognition at the hall entrance for the afternoon only.
  • Tent Cards displaying your company name and logo at each of the food stations.
  • Program Book Acknowledgement – ½ b/w ad in the program book.
  • Exhibit Hall Carpet Logo – Your company will have their logo stylishly imbedded in the exhibit hall carpet along  the entrance of the hall where every conference attendee entering the hall will see your support of ACA.
  • Conference Web site – Your company will be featured as a premier sponsor on the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Conference Sponsor Page - Company featured with logo and a 30-word marketing statement on the sponsor page of the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Guaranteed Visibility - Your company will be included in ACA's conference marketing plan starting on the date of execution (NOW) through February 2010 including:

    Your logo on all print and electronic marketing done by ACA. This includes a special SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT section in Camping Magazine (January/February issue); ACA's electronic member newsletter, ACA Now (December, January, and February) to 5,500 e-mails each issue.

Any post-conference promotion will include acknowledgement of the premier sponsorship.

***You can sponsor both the Exhibit Hall Bagel/Breakfast and the Dessert/Snack for only $10,000.***

 
CommuniCamp/Cyber Café — Cost: $8,000
Rocky Mountain Sunscreen

CommuniCAmp is the networking place where all attendees will gather to share new ideas and talk about the sessions they have or will be attending. Attendees have the opportunity to update their membership records, post jobs, hold interviews, meet with camp leadership personnel, and pick up the latest news on ACA services. Attendees are only a step away from checking their e-mail accounts at the Cyber Café.  The atmosphere is set to be relaxing with comfortable seating and tables.

    • Your Logo as the Screen Saver and Homepage on four Internet stations for use by all conference participants to check their e-mail, search the Web, etc. 
    • ½-page program book ad (black/white)
    • Sign Recognition on CommuniCamp banner with company name and logo.
    • Free Exhibit Booth
    • Full-Color Signage in high traffic areas throughout conference locations indication premier sponsorship
    • Table Top Display in CommuniCamp (Tuesday-Friday). Your company will be the first Exhibit to be seen since the hall does not open until Wednesday night, and CommuniCamp opens Tuesday morning.  You gain 2 ½ more days of exposure.
    • Exhibit Hall Carpet Logo – Your company logo stylishly imbedded in the exhibit hall carpet at the entrance of the hall where every conference attendee entering the hall will see your support of ACA.
    • Conference Web Site – Your company featured as the exclusive sponsor for the program pages of the conference Web site with your logo and link.
    • Guaranteed Visibility. Your company will be included in ACA's conference marketing plan starting on the date of execution (NOW) through February 2010 including:

      Your logo on all print and electronic marketing done by ACA.  This includes a special SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT section in Camping Magazine (January/February issue); ACA's electronic member newsletter, ACA Now (December, January, and February) to 5,500 e-mails each issue.

    Any post-conference promotion will include acknowledgement of the premier sponsorship.

 
BAGGO Social Tournament - Cost: $2,500

This event will be held right after the Exhibit Hall closes on Wednesday evening. The BAGGO Social is a fun game of beanbag toss that is held in the March Madness style. Last year we had over 44 teams participate. This is a fun evening for all and a great gathering for more networking. Cash bars and food will be provided to attendees.

  • Full-Color Signage at the entrance of the BAGGO Social room.
  • Tent Cards displaying your company name and logo at cash bar(s) and on each cocktail round table
  • Program Book Acknowledgement – 1/6 b/w ad in the program book
  • Conference Web Site – Company featured as a Friend of Camp sponsor on the conference Web site with your logo and link.
  • Guaranteed Visibility - Your company will be included in ACA's conference marketing plan for the BAGGP Social starting on the date of execution (NOW) through February 2009 including:

    ACA's electronic member newsletter, ACA Now (December, January, and February) to 5,500 emails each issue.

Any post-conference promotion will include acknowledgement of the premier sponsorship.

 
Tote Bag Stuffer Sponsor - Cost: $1,500

Sponsor is allowed to place their catalog or a special promotional item in every attendees tote bag. Make sure your product gets into the hands of every attendee become a bag stuffer sponsor.

  • Program Book acknowledgement – 1/6 b/w ad in the program book
  • Conference Web site – Company featured as a Friend of Camp sponsor on the conference website with your logo and link.
 
EPIC Luncheon (Emerging Professionals in Camp) Sponsor - Cost: $1,500

Sponsor is allowed to place their catalog or a special promotional item in every attendees tote bag. Make sure your product gets into the hands of every attendee become a bag stuffer sponsor.

  • Full color signage at the entrance of the EPIC room
  • Sponsor introduction at the beginning of the luncheon
  • Sponsor may have handouts on the chairs in the room of the forum
  • Tent Cards displaying your company name and logo at food stations and/or tables of the luncheon
  • Company logo on any marketing materials the group passes out and on the EPIC web site
  • Conference Web site – Company featured as a Friend of Camp sponsor on the conference website with your logo and link
 
Research Forum - Cost: $500

ACA's Research Forum provides camp directors, students, researchers, and educators with an opportunity to learn about and discuss new and emerging research topics, issues, and opportunities relevant to the camp community. The evening social provides Forum attendees, and others interested in camp research, with outstanding networking opportunities.

  • Full-Color Signage at the entrance of the Research Forum room and where the social is being held.
  • Sponsor Introduction at the beginning of the forum.
  • Sponsor may have handouts on the chairs in the room of the forum.
  • Tent Cards displaying your company name and logo at food stations and/or tables of the evening social.
  • Company Logo on any marketing materials the group passes out.
  • Conference Web Site – Company featured as a Friend of Camp sponsor on the conference website with your logo and link.
 
EAC Breakfast (Editorial Advisor Committee) - Cost: $500

This is a breakfast for the Editorial Advisory Committee to meet and review the work of last year, strategize emerging issues, and discuss articles and meeting the needs of ACA’s readership.

  • Full-Color Signage at the entrance of the EAC room.
  • Tent Cards displaying your company name and logo at food stations and/or tables.
  • Company Logo on any marketing materials the group passes out.
  • Conference Web Site – Company featured as a Friend of Camp sponsor on the conference Web site with your logo and link.

Additional gift-in-kind opportunities are available such as volunteer T-shirts, pens, coffee breaks, luncheons, etc. To learn more, contact Business Development, 765-342-8456, ext. 309 or 319.

 
 
 

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