https://www.acacamps.org/blog/10-rainy-day-activity-ideas

The fun doesn’t have to stop when it rains! If you’re looking for some ways to spend a rainy day at camp, try these activities out.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/10-tips-making-most-your-first-year

Guest post by Tamsin Andrews So you’ve made it. You’ve finally got that e-mail or phone call or snail mail letter and you’re over the moon, you’re on staff, and it’s like being a camper...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/how-take-stress-stride

In a recent report, young adults were shown to be the most stressed-out generation (Sifferlin, 2013). This summer at camp, odds are you’ll have your share of stressful moments, so it’s important to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camp-real-job

Everyone has skills and abilities. Some are your unique aptitudes and talents that come to you naturally and easily. Other skills and abilities will be added or improved upon through education,...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/handling-campers-homesickness

According to author and psychologist Michael Thompson, PhD, 97 percent of children experience at least some occasional homesick feelings at camp. Considering that statistic, you’ll probably have...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-october-22-2024-campwell-101-breaking-down-employment-barriers

In this issue: CampWell 101 Webinar Blog on breaking down employment barriers through staff grants Three podcasts previewing the upcoming Staffing Summit Mental Health First Aide Course...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/attend/important-details

It’s almost time for the 2025 ACA National Conference! Here are some final details to help with your trip and your experience in Dallas.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/breaking-down-employment-barriers-through-staff-grants

Learn how one camp helps address barriers to summer camp employment by paying out grants at the end of the season.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-texoma-legends-camping-awards-dinner

Texoma is excited to be the host region for the 2025 ACA...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/virtual-youth-mental-health-first-aid-3

The Youth Mental Health First Aid Course is designed to teach individuals how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. The course...