The 13th International Camping Congress (ICC2026) is hosted by the International Camping Fellowship (ICF) and organized by the Children’s Camp Education Alliance (CCEA), in collaboration with multiple leading industry partners. The Congress aims to present a high-caliber, deeply engaging, and widely connected international event for camp education professionals worldwide.

Host: International Camping Fellowship (ICF)

Website: ICF – International Camping Fellowship – A hub for camp professionals

The International Camping Fellowship (ICF), established in 1987, is the authoritative global organization driving the development of camp education. Much like the International Olympic Committee in the sports world, ICF’s mission is to facilitate communication across the global camp education community, promote consensus on camp philosophies, set industry standards, and foster international cooperation. Through outdoor education, ICF supports the growth and development of children and youth while contributing to the creation of a better society.

Over the past nearly 40 years, ICF has connected more than 100,000 camp and outdoor education professionals worldwide, building a network spanning over 100 countries and regions. Through flagship programs such as the International Camping Congress (ICC), the International Camp Directors Course (ICDC), the Camp Academy, and the Youth Achievement Award (YAA), ICF continues to exert a significant and positive influence on the development of camps globally.

Organizer:  Children’s Camp Education Alliance (CCEA)

Website: CCEA| Children‘s Camp Education Alliance |ccea、camp, education

CCEA is a non-profit industry advancement organization jointly initiated by 11 leading Chinese youth education institutions, including Beijing Sailing Center (BSC), IDEAS Camp Education, Century Mingde, Angel & Nut Pie, UWC China Changshu, Vanke Meisha Outdoor Education, DE Future Training Camp, New Oriental Study Tours & Camp Education, Yitong Camp Education, Uca Creative Academy, and Youmei Camp Education.

Focusing on academic research, talent development, and international collaboration, CCEA provides industry insights and resource connections for governments, enterprises, and educational institutions. It promotes the healthy and sustainable development of China’s pan-camp education sector and supports the holistic growth of young people. To date, CCEA has expanded its governing membership to 38 organizations across education, cultural tourism, investment, real estate, media, and other fields, jointly building China’s camp education ecosystem.

ICC2026 Organizing Committee (OC)

The ICC2026 Organizing Committee is led jointly by ICF and CCEA, bringing together multiple council members and industry partners. The committee is responsible for the overall planning, organization, and operation of the Congress, aiming to deliver an inclusive, professional, and inspiring international camp education event.

We warmly invite camp education professionals, youth leaders, and representatives of related organizations from around the world to gather in China, share knowledge, spark innovation, and establish meaningful connections, collectively advancing the global development of camp education.