ACA Evergreen Section Award history

Section Recognition Awards (for information on ACA National Awards click here)

ACA Evergreen Nominations Form

GORDIE HAMILTON AWARD  - For Excellence in Camp Programming 

CRITERIA

•  Creative and imaginative planning, programming and implementation

•  Relevance to the needs of camper (and staff)

•  Involvement of campers (and staff) in planning and implementation

•  Potential for replication and adaptability

•  Cooperative efforts with other organizations, agencies or camp

•  Activity evaluated in of attainment of stated objectives

HENDERSON AWARD - The Henderson Award is given to individuals in recognition of exceptional service to camping and the Evergreen Section of the American Camping Association. The Award was established in 1973 to honor Frank and Lucille Henderson for their many years of dedication and service to the field of camping in this area. 

CRITERIA

•   Contributions to camping in the Evergreen Section

•   Significant involvement in offices (local or national)

•   Involvement in own agency, or in camp

•   Length of ACA service

•   "Uniqueness" of contribution over long period

•   Impact on camping, staff or agency

SECTION SERVICE AWARD -  This award is given to a member who has been associated with the Evergreen Section for at least 5 years and who has given outstanding service above and beyond expectations.

SECTION NEWCOMER AWARD - This award honors newer members (less than 5 years) who have been actively involved in Section activities. 

ACA Evergreen Nominations Form