Youth Development and the Camp Experience

Research & Tools

• Tools for Measuring Camp Outcomes
  • "Creating Positive Youth Outcomes"- workbook for training staff how to target youth outcomes; a 7-step process for program evaluation (book and CD).
  • "Camper Outcomes Surveys" - questionnaires that measure 7 different youth life skill outcomes, available for both younger and older campers
• Quick-Fact Flyer: Directions, Innovations, and Inspirations (PDF)
• Camping Magazine Articles
• Books through Healthy Learning
• Related PowerPoint Presentations

ACA National Research Reports for Professionals

• Directions:  Youth Development Outcomes of the Camp Experience
• Inspirations:  Developmental Supports and Opportunities of Youths' Experiences at Camp
• Innovations:  Improving Youth Experiences in Summer Programs