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Resources for Camps

ACA provides an abundance of resources, tools, books, podcasts, and articles to help you prepare and plan for your camp season. Below are a number of go-to resources to help with staff recruitment, fundraising, advocacy, starting a camp, program evaluation, and much more!

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Popular Resources

Resources by Core Competencies

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Latest COVID-19 Information

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Starting a Camp

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Camping Magazine

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Camp Security

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Project Real Job

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CampWire Podcast

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Fundraising for Camps

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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.

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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.

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Tools for Evaluating Participants & Programs

Explore ACA’s measurement tools and evaluation support services for camps, as well as other youth outcomes and program quality assessment resources.

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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.

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Recent Blogs

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Learnings and Gaps Identified through the Camp Program Quality Initiative

July 19, 2022
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Behavior Management Techniques for Post-Pandemic Campers

July 18, 2022
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Allergies or COVID-19? Tips to Help Spot the Difference

July 11, 2022
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6 Reasons Why Online Forms Aren't Going Away for Summer Camps

June 27, 2022

Recent Articles

Brighter Futures through Innovative Programming: The 2022 Eleanor Eells Award Winners

July 1, 2022

Can We Do Even Better When It Comes to Mental Health?

July 1, 2022

Professional Development and Self-Care: A Dynamic Duo

July 1, 2022

Considering Access to Summer Camp, Part IV: Helping Families Overcome Barriers to Participation

July 1, 2022
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