https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/beyond-drill-building-practicing-crisis-plan-camp

When a crisis hits — a missing camper, a flash flood, a wildfire, or an intruder on site — will your staff know what to do? Not just in the first five minutes but in the hours that follow? Most camps...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/leadership-skill-you-never-knew-you-needed-managing-decision-fatigue

It’s 9:42 a.m. and you’ve already made at least 17 decisions — all before double-digit o’clock! You weighed in on a staff discussion about how to handle a homesick camper, you figured out how to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/convincing-connecting-redefining-what-it-means-hire-staff-camp-2026

This blog post in support of Project Real Job outlines why it's important to find summer staff who connect with the important work of camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/belonging-backbone-leadership-what-staff-wellness-data-taught-us-2025

“I see how hard you’re working.” That was all it took. One counselor described this simple recognition as the highlight of their entire week. In the swirl of noise, energy, and long camp days,...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/strategic-planning-window-leadership-potential

  Strategic planning is often viewed as a senior leadership exercise — an infrequent process confined to the boardroom. But in camps, where staff come from diverse backgrounds and career...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/high-quality-cit-programs-key-solving-camp-staffing-challenges

When designed with intention, counselor-in-training programs can be one of the most effective tools for ensuring camps have strong and prepared summer camp staff.  

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/how-showcase-your-summer-camp-families

Writing a strong camp listing is paramount to encouraging parents to book with your camp over your competitors. This guide gives you everything you need to succeed.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/thinking-outside-box-creative-ways-find-hire-summer-camp-staff

Here are four powerful staff recruitment strategies — beyond the usual job postings — that can help you find the best staff for your summer camp or seasonal program.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/elements-good-job-posting-why-theyre-important

Hiring for camp jobs starts with a strong job posting. This guide shares key tips, examples, and a handy template to help you write postings that bring in the right candidates.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/season-season-steps-summer-camp-planning

Successful camp owners start planning for summer nine months in advance. Use our guide and planner to never miss a beat and make summer 2026 the best one yet!