Health & Wellness

ACA has many resources available to help in the operation of your camp, including sample forms, policies, and procedures.

The safety and health of campers and staff is always the highest priority at camp, and camps have a long history of planning for and managing communicable diseases. With the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) within the United States, camps are reviewing and updating health-related plans and procedures.

Top Tips for Camps Establish a mental health support network . Build relationships with community mental health resources prior to your camp season. Have professionals in place...

With summer rapidly approaching, it is a good time to take an extra look at self-care. We often hear about the significance of taking care of ourselves, especially in the context of the sometimes overwhelming and all-consuming camp setting — but what does it really mean?

Discover how camp staff can harness the superpower of making time by mastering organization, efficiency, and prioritization—even in the fast-paced world of summer camp.

A practical guide for frontline camp staff to recognize, prevent, and respond to peer-to-peer abuse among campers — promoting safety, respect, and a supportive camp culture.

What if improving your staff's mental well-being could unlock your camp's success? A recent Gallup poll shows mental health is the top factor influencing performance, yet 65% of...

Transform Your Camp with a Focus on Well-Being

Imagine a camp where every individual—staff and campers alike—feels truly supported and connected. In this on-demand webinar...

Join Kelly for an on-demand session where you'll assess burnout and work/life balance both personally and organizationally. Discover how to recognize the stress cycle in...

Get ready for our May Emerging Professionals in Camping (EPIC) call where we will dive into hot topics for a successful summer, including balancing your personal life while running...