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Assessing the Benefits of Camp with ACA’s New ABC Tool
July 19, 2021

This Research 360 blog post discusses ACA's new, easy-to-use, free survey tool that helps measure the outcomes of camp programs.
Update on the Camp Program Quality Initiative: Spotlight on the Assessment Development Working Group
July 12, 2021

To continue with our blog series spotlighting the work our Community of Practice has been doing, I’m sharing what our Assessment Development Working Group worked on over the winter. As a reminder, we created three distinct working groups focused... Read More

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Photograph Mosquito Babies and Map Mosquito Habitats at Camp
July 9, 2021

Mosquitoes are the world’s most dangerous animal, but monitoring efforts can bring early warning of potential disease outbreaks. Campers in your programs can help! Take photos of mosquito "babies" (larvae) and their habitats then use the GLOBE... Read More

Ongoing Efforts for COVID-19 Prevention: What about Face Masks?
July 6, 2021

When camps receive negative COVID-19 screening tests, it is a result of deliberate planning, excellent communication, earned compliance, diligent execution — and a little luck! The situation of achieving negative tests is reflective of the... Read More

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NASA eClips™ Provides Engaging and Flexible Resources for Camps
July 5, 2021

Captivating and interactive NASA eClipsTM resources use best practices to inspire youth through STEM experiences in nonformal and formal settings.  Because of their on demand availability, the short, content-rich activities and video segments are... Read More

Episode #39
CampWire Episode 39: Mindfulness Practices at Camp
July 2, 2021

ACA's Professional Development Manager of the Western Region, John Beitner, sits down with Susan Fee and Tanea Mills to discuss how mindfulness practices can enhance the camp experience. 
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Advance Child Tax Credit Payments - Toolkit to Share with Your Camp Community
June 28, 2021

The American Rescue Plan Act recently expanded the 2021 child tax credit and made advanced payments available. As a result, the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has created a toolkit (PDF) that you can share with your camp parents to help them... Read More

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Four Steps For Keeping Your Camp Safe This Summer
June 21, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a physical and mental health toll on everyone, especially young people. Adolescents and young adults have faced increased anxiety and depression, and parents are eager to get their children back safely to the... Read More

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