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 Creating Camp Magic: Gender-Affirming Practices to Welcome All Youth September 16, 2024 The Key to Medical Evaluation: Asking the Right Questions to Get the Right Answers September 13, 2024 Hire Like a Startup: Lessons from Tech to Supercharge Your Hiring September 9, 2024 Ensuring Safety in Rental Programs: Key Steps for Effective Abuse Prevention September 7, 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
