Camp Farley is a 4-H affiliated Summer Camp which was founded in 1934 and is independently owned and operated by the Cape Cod Camp Corporation, a non-profit organization representing Southeastern Massachusetts. The program meets or exceeds regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for operating a children's camp and is licensed by the Board of Health. Camp Farley has a commitment to safe and quality programming and is accredited by the American Camp Association. As such, Camp Farley undergoes a comprehensive process of operational review – from staff qualifications to training to emergency management – to ensure compliance with more than 300 standards. The American Camp Association collaborates with experts from The American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth services to assure that current practices reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards. ACA standards are the standards for best practices in camp operations.