Popular Resources Resources by Core Competencies Creating Inclusive Camps Camp Security Starting a Camp Camping Magazine ACA Connect Project Real Job CampWire Podcast Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Camp At the American Camp Association, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of a thriving camp experience. Learn More Tool Kits for Camps Fundraising for Camps Crisis Communications Inviting Elected Officials to Camp BridgeUSA J-1 Visa Camp Crisis Hotline The Hotline serves as a resource for camps in crisis and provides callers the opportunity to talk through their crisis with a trained third-party. Find Out More Tools for Continuous Improvement We strive to improve all year, every year, by engaging in a continuous improvement cycle. This cycle is comprised of four steps: Prepare, Assess, Plan, and Improve. Learn More Marketplace Bookstore Buyer's Guide List Your Camp Product Spotlight Laws & Regulations State Laws & Regulations In many states, camps fall under the jurisdiction of the state health department; in others, licensing and permit fees can vary by county or city. Public Policy Updates As an educational nonprofit association, ACA is dedicated to providing quality, reliable, and up-to-date information about the laws and regulations applicable to the camp community. Advocacy Tools We can mobilize! We act! You have a voice! Find out the latest issues and legislation happening in your state. Recent Blogs Caring for the Whole Human: Making Employment at Your Camp Accessible and Sustainable October 7, 2024 Camp Is a Gift October 6, 2024 Resources and Support for Camps After Hurricane Helene October 1, 2024 Analyzing Camp Buying Behavior and How Registration Software Supports Growth September 23, 2024 Recent Articles Is Belonging Enough? Making a Case for Mattering within Camps’ DEI Efforts August 28, 2024 Making Outdoor Wilderness Experiences More Inclusive August 28, 2024 Empowering Camp Conversations: Mastering “Difficult” Dialogues August 26, 2024 Planting Seeds of Inclusion: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Mentoring in Camps August 26, 2024 Start a Camp We're happy you care about the successful development of children. Let ACA help! Get Started
