https://www.acacamps.org/blog/conversation-about-fatigue-camp

Before fatigue becomes a serious problem, here are four suggestions for addressing fatigue at this point in the summer.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/5-tips-surviving-your-childs-first-overnight-camp-experience

Your child’s at summer camp? That’s so exciting! And hard. For some of you, an internal “WA HOO!” went off as the bus filled with excited campers and their duffle bags pulled away. But for...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/5-reasons-not-worry-while-your-kids-are-camp

Worrying when our kids are away from us is normal for parents. Every time I’ve ever dropped my kids off for a new adventure without me, I’m excited for them. But I’m also concerned about their safety...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/why-we-choose-be-aca-accredited-what-it-takes

The directors and staff of Geneva Glen Camp (Indian Hills, Colorado), have always approached the triennial ACA visit anticipating a very upbeat and affirming experience! Our...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sleepaway-camp-right-your-child

Sleepaway camp is a big step for many kids as they grow and learn to become more independent.  For parents and kids alike, it can be difficult to decide the right time to take the plunge and...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/nasa-stem-resources-camps

The NASA Wavelength site has a list of activities specifically selected for camps! Camp is the perfect environment...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/why-camp-culture-important-staff-training

At the 2018 ACA National Conference, our iconic former CEO Peg Smith was presented with the Association’s highest honor — the National Distinguished Service Award.  In her acceptance remarks,...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/emotional-readiness-camp

Spring has finally arrived; the school year is beginning to wind down, and summer is on its way. For me, summer always means summer camp. Very soon, parents will be sending their most precious...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/homesickness-dos-donts-parents-preparing-camp

Homesickness is a fact of life.  It is human nature to pine for what is known and comfortable.  And a stay at summer camp — even for a seasoned camper — can generate pangs of longing for...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/women-camp-industry-collective-force-good

March is National Women’s History Month. While some institutions need to be reminded of women’s contributions, that is not the case in the American Camp Association! From the early days of ACA, women...