Why ACA? — For Camps Outside the U.S.
Connect with the best camp resources. With today's technology, you can access ACA resources from your home country.
Why join the American Camp Assoociation?
- Promote Your Camp — A listing for your camp on ACA’s Find a Camp database. Parents who are searching for a camp will be able to find your camp in many ways.
- Your camp will appear when a parent selects criteria that matches your camp’s program.
- Your camp will also appear on a separate list of international camps.
- Easy Access — Access almost everything from your own office: online courses, downloadable e-books, unlimited streaming videos for training and education,
- A Connection — Access to the Camp Gives Kids a World of Good logo.
- Discounts — On educational events in the U.S.
- More Discounts — On books, DVDs, and e-books from the ACA Bookstore.
- Community — Each year, individuals come from around the world to the ACA National Conference from places like Australia, Canada, China, Ireland, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, Venezuala, and more.
Membership — Yes, Your Camp Can Be a Member of ACA!
ACA does not accredit camps outside the USA, but your camp can be a member of the American Camp Association. The fee ranges from US$350 to $US3,250. Here's what to do:
- Download and print the application
- Fill out the application (fees are on the application)
- Send it back to us (mail, email, or fax)
- We will send you a packet of information
International Community — You might also be interested in knowing about the International Camping Fellowship. You can join now for free.
Call 800-428-2267 or e-mail membership@ACAcamps.org for more information.






