https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/foster-feeling-cross-generational-divide

As leaders interacting with the next generation we have a choice. We can spin our wheels trying to understand why they aren’t where we are, where we believe they “should be,” or we can consider the...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/lets-play-nicely-eight-tips-creating-safe-spaces-camp

For generations, a camp director’s focus on safety meant protecting campers from physical harm. In today’s reality that is still a necessity though insufficient. Safe space at camp has now evolved...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/cultural-bias-risk-management

When bias is discussed in wilderness risk management, it is often explored from the perspective of decision-making. Heuristics are the processes by which we make decisions using mental shortcuts that...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/confronting-barriers-belonging-camp

Providing access to camp is only the start. An important part of an inclusive camp experience is creating a sense of belonging.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/courage-create-access-moving-beyond-conversation-action

Sustained engagement along the journey to making camp accessible for all will take courage.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/livin-prayer-celebration-difference-camp

We’ve made some amazing progress with regard to diversity in our camp populations — race, socioeconomic status, gender identity, nationality, physical ability, mental ability, and more. And while...

https://www.acacamps.org/link/gender-spectrum-lgbtq-resources

https://www.acacamps.org/link/cities-counties-non-discrimination-ordinances-include-gender-identity

https://www.acacamps.org/link/supporting-lgbtqia-participants-outdoor-travel-experiences

https://www.acacamps.org/link/glsen-safe-space-kit