https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/putting-sustainability-practice-simple-strategies-implement-camp

Next to national, state, and municipal parks, camps manage some of our most important natural resources. Camp settings not only introduce children to natural resources, build their skills to recreate...

https://www.acacamps.org/link/environmental-protection-agency-lead-based-paint-resources

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/lead-contamination-laws-regulations-applicable-camps

Lead Laws and Regulations Many of the laws and regulations related to the hazards of lead are state and local.  However, there are a number of federal laws related to lead. These laws...

https://www.acacamps.org/link/federal-emergency-management-agency-fema

https://www.acacamps.org/link/us-department-agriculture-summer-food-service-program

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/public-lands-use-resources-camps

Use of public lands and waters is essential for many camp programs.  It is estimated that at least 9 percent of all camps use public lands and waters for at least a portion of their...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/pool-spa-safety-federal-laws-applicable-camps

Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act (VGB) promotes the safe use of pools, spas and hot tubs. The act imposes mandatory federal...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/talking-parents-about-protecting-their-children-camp-summer

Key Messages for Camps Camps are communities where nurturing adults support children emotionally and are committed to their safety and well-being. As camp professionals, we are painfully aware...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/talking-children-about-tragedies-death-national-disasters

Top Tips for Camps  Establish a mental health support network. Build relationships with community mental health resources prior to your camp season. Have...