https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/how-summer-camp-prepared-me-hospital-wards

Early in the morning in a physician workroom on the 15th floor of a busy county hospital, I thought about summer camp. My mind drifted to warm, sunny days by the lake and the sweet sounds of...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/character-cultivation-reimagining-character-curriculum

I often hear that camp leaders feel they have been doing character, but not naming character. Herein, you will find a step-by-step guide to developing your own character curriculum that...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/solo-conference-travelers-meet

This is a welcoming session for solo conference travelers and anyone looking to connect, share stories, and find friendly faces before the conference even begins! Join Kevin and Jessicah for an easy...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/local-office-affiliate-groups-meetings

Connect with your local ACA leaders and fellow camp pros on Tuesday, February 16, at 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.  Questions? Visit the on-site Resource Center where ACA staff and...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/severe-weather-heat-stress-know-risks-be-prepared

Learn how camps can prepare for severe weather and heat stress by understanding risks, recognizing warning signs, and implementing safety strategies to protect campers and staff.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/letter-first-year-camp-staff

When you sign up to be a camp counselor, there’s a lot people don’t tell you. Regardless of whether you were a camper or not, there are things you can’t understand about living and working at camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/magic-you

Let me start by taking you back . . . Young Camp Eleven years ago, I got out of a van that had taken me from my house to this random park. I was with 12 other kids from my neighborhood, some of...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/seven-tree-mendous-activities-promote-appreciation-forests

“Earth and sky, woods and fields . . . teach some of us more than we can ever learn from books.” – John Lubbock A camp experience is filled with vibrant learning opportunities. It often...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/sun-safety-summer-camp-protecting-campers-today-lifetime

Summer camp means fresh air, outdoor adventures, and long hours in the sun. Whether campers are swimming, hiking, playing ball, or gathered at the campfire, the outdoors becomes their second home....

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/engaging-meaningful-character-reflection

As a camp staff member, you have endless opportunities to help shape young people’s character and identity. You have the potential for powerful influence — and with intention your impact can be...