https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/camp-researchers-preconference-workshop

Individuals interested in discussing the latest camp research topics, challenges, and successes are welcome to attend this pre-conference gathering. This session is open to all camp professionals,...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/more-character-less-risk

Discover how fostering character in staff, campers, and community helps camps reduce risk, build culture, and strengthen safety through shared values.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/safe-try-safe-fail-cultivating-courage-growth-camp

At camp, failure isn't defeat—it’s growth. Discover how supportive staff, intentional culture, and safe spaces help kids build courage, resilience, and character.

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/new-director-orientation-ndo-training

NDO is an interactive course that includes activities, lectures, and discussions in a group problem-solving environment designed to address real-life situations at camp. This course covers five...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/pride-camp-lgbtqia-gathering-social

Please join us for the Pride at Camp LGBTQIA+ Gathering and Social, a networking event for all members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Held at the beginning of the conference, this event aims to foster a...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/camps-campus-coc-preconference

Join fellow higher education and K12 professionals as we come together to learn from each other and discuss issues affecting youth camps and programming on our campuses....

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/emerging-professionals-camping-epic-preconference

Additional details to come! Registration Fee: $99 ACA members, $139 nonmembers Register through ACA...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/camp-includes-me-gathering

At this year's national conference, we continue our commitment to fostering community. Join us for an opportunity to learn about our affinity spaces: BIPOC, Pride at Camp, Spanish Speakers, and Women...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/bipoc-affinity-group-meet

The BIPOC Affinity Group is a safe and inclusive space dedicated to fostering the success and support of Black, Brown, Indigenous, and people of color. This space is designed for those who identify...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/promoting-character-education-parents

Most parents want their children to develop traits like honesty, responsibility, kindness, empathy, respect, perseverance, self-confidence, curiosity, creativity, and compassion; essentially aiming...