https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/when-campers-have-big-feelings-helping-them-navigate-life-news-growing

Discover practical tools for camp counselors to support youth through self-discovery, emotional growth, and tough conversations. Learn how to foster a safe, reflective, and nurturing camp environment...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/financial-perks-savings-hacks-practical-tips-smart-financial-management

Discover how working at a summer camp can boost your savings and build positive financial habits. Learn budgeting tips, smart spending strategies, and how to make the most of room and board benefits...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/cups-conflict-coping-understanding-resilience-camp-staff-member

Discover how a simple camp conflict revealed powerful lessons about resilience and the importance of understanding your window of tolerance in high-stress environments like summer camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/cultivating-empathy-your-role-camp-counselor

Learn how empathy helps camp counselors build trust, support campers, and create a meaningful, connected summer camp experience.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/unlocking-codes-connection

Discover five powerful conversation codes counselors can use to build trust, spark connection, and transform camper relationships.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/campline/privacy-health-information-new-regs-who-needs-know-camp

Many of us remember the staff meeting before campers arrive when information, including information about health history, is shared. The scope of that sharing has been the subject of growing...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/campline/interviewing-americans-disabilities-act

Preparing yourself and your senior staff for interviewing potential staff? Here are some highlights from the latest EEOC guidelines concerning legal interview questions related to disabilities. The...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/lifestyle-impact-love-job

Discover why passionate camp professionals remain loyal despite the stress. This article explores the unique lifestyle, emotional rewards, and challenges of working in the camp industry.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/campline/camps-title-iii-americans-disabilities-act

Laws and regulations create a variety of risks for camp directors to manage. The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) presents an interesting risk management challenge. The Act was passed in 1990 to...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/building-sustainable-camp-culture-aligning-mission-financial-goals

Explore the challenge camp directors face in balancing their camp's mission with financial sustainability, and learn the importance of creating engaging experiences for campers while managing...