Children's Oncology Camping Association International

Dave “Professor Dave” Malter, is a frequent speaker at camp conferences around the United States and has been involved with camps and youth development for over thirty years as a camper, counselor, administrator, educator and consultant. Dave grew up at Camp Discovery in New York, enjoying eight summers as a camper and seven summers working with special needs campers. He went on to become the “Director of Fun” at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp and joined the American Camp Association‐NY/NJ office working on educational initiatives. When he graduated from his Tri‐State position, Dave joined Pine Grove Day Camp in New Jersey as the Assistant Director for 5 years. Dave currently spends his Summers at Camp Canadensis as part of the Leadership Team with his wife, Pam, who is a co‐director and their dogs, Brock, Ellie and Franklin. Dave is a proud AMSkier Insurance Partner who facilitates the Ezersky Safety College and Child Safety Workshops. He also serves at the Chair of the ACA Keystone Local Council of Leaders. In addition to his work with camps, Dave has completed a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Gratz College. His passions are deeply rooted in providing innovative educational content to youth development professionals.