https://www.acacamps.org/about/get-involved/awards/marge-scanlin-outstanding-research-award

Marge Scanlin was a driving force behind many of the research efforts of ACA. Upon her retirement, this award was established as an ongoing tribute to recognize Marge’s contributions by supporting...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/mind-gap-bridging-student-expectations-camp-realities

The "Recruitment Reality Check" emphasizes that while students value personal growth from camp jobs, they prioritize compensation due to financial pressures, and suggests camps improve recruitment by...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-new-york-new-jersey-tri-state-camp-conference-2026

As the largest gathering of camp professionals in the world, the Tri-State CAMP Conference brings together our community of over 3,300 people to learn at over 170 educational sessions, find new...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/impact-technology-social-media-camp-staff

Miles is a first-time counselor at a sleepaway camp in the eastern United States. He had seen an online ad for the camp at which I met him and decided that a summer away from his Midwest town working...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/rocky-mountain-epic-spring-retreat

Join EPICs (emerging professionals in camping) in the Rocky Mountain region for a weekend of collaboration, connection and creativity as we get ready for the upcoming camp season! We’ll share in...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/professional-development-volunteer-leader-resources

Welcome to the Professional Development Resource Page for volunteers and ACA staff members in ACA local offices. Helpful templates, tools, and links are intended to support your work as leaders...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-michigan-camp-community-connection-call

Michigan Community Connection - 2/12/25 11am EST virtual Are you looking for a way to connect with other Michigan camp professionals? Well, look no further! Whether you are looking to expand your...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/resources-support-camps-impacted-la-area-fires

As a result of the devastating fires in the Greater Los Angeles area, we know that our Western region camp community is facing tremendous challenges. Over the past week, we have seen and heard...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/california-epic-chat-staffing

California EPIC Chat: Staffing Join other EPICs (emerging professionals in camping) from California, bring your lunch and chat staffing with us!  In breakout rooms we'll...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/2025-aca-national-award-recipients-announced

The American Camp Association® (ACA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 National Awards. The award winners will be recognized at ACA’s National Conference in Dallas, Texas, February 18...