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Baseball,
Apple Pie, and Camp
It seems that we cannot turn on the TV
or open a newspaper without hearing a discussion
on the state of the economy, corruption,
and loss. Not only is this constant negative
bombardment emotionally exhausting, it
gives the impression that everything is
just a mere flush away from being sucked
down the giant bowl of economic failure,
and leaves us wondering "what is left?"
Well, the good news is that not everything
has headed south in a hand-basket. Yes,
America, a tradition prevails that we can
still count on — there is still summer
camp.
American summer camps have been weathering
economic climate changes for nearly a century
and a half, and have remained viable throughout
good times and bad because of the strength
and value in their mission to change lives
for the better. The camp experience is
an American tradition because of the value
camp adds to the lives of kids.
Camp helps children:
- Grow emotionally
- Develop values like respect, honesty,
caring, and sharing
- Develop critical skills, such as leadership,
independence, personal responsibility
- Participate in physical activities
and exercise
- Connect to nature
- Form authentic relationships
- Take healthy risks in a safe and nurturing
environment
It is because of these types of positive
outcomes that summer camp has retained
its value with American parents for nearly
one hundred and fifty years. Camp is a
legacy worth preserving. Research provides
evidence that all children benefit from
the camp experience, and that now, more
than ever, camp is an essential part of
a child's development.
Contact Public Relations at 765.349.3317
or pr@ACAcamps.org to
interview an ACA
spokesperson for more information about
the essential camp experience. For customizable public
service announcements or article
reprints, visit our Media Center at http://www.ACAcamps.org/media.
About ACA
The American Camp Association® (ACA) works to preserve, promote, and enhance
the camp experience for children and adults. ACA-Accredited® camp programs
ensure that children are provided with a diversity of educational and developmentally
challenging learning opportunities. There are over 2,400 ACA-accredited camps
that meet up to 300 health and safety standards. For more information, visit www.ACAcamps.org.
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