https://www.acacamps.org/blog/2023-2slgbtqia-inclusive-practices-camp-survey

Content note: Statistics on suicide attempts among LGBTQ youth When people worry about what might happen, the fears we carry can get in the way of us doing really good...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/reflecting-camp-2023-preparing-2024

Once you know for sure what worked and what didn’t when it came to planning, marketing, and running your camp, you'll be more prepared and ready to make next summer even better.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/program-quality-continuous-improvement-tims-camps

Program quality (PQ) is essential to youth programs, and research shows that high-quality programs are directly linked to more positive outcomes for youth. PQ refers to the environment that is...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/campwire-episode-62-theater-camp-nick-lieberman

In this special bonus episode of the CampWire podcast, we are joined by Nick Lieberman, one of the directors of the new film Theater Camp! Tune in for a fun conversation about the movie, now...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/easy-online-tweaks-make-your-camp-more-accessible

The offseason is the perfect time to make improvements to your camp that you don't have the time or resources to do during the busy summer season. And while a lot of these improvements may be to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/crucial-role-infectious-disease-testing-protecting-immunocompromised

Infectious diseases pose a significant threat to individuals with weakened immune systems, known as the immunocompromised. Whether they are undergoing chemotherapy, organ transplantation, or living...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/ode-parks-recreation

The wise and enthusiastic Leslie Knope once said, “I care. I care a lot. It’s kinda my thing” (Scully & Miller, 2009). To all parks and recreation professionals, we know you care. You care a...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/next-summers-staff-recruitment-starts-today

Research suggests college-aged students are already thinking ahead to employment plans for next summer, so it's important to have conversations about the future with staff you'd like to return to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/how-prepare-your-camp-wildfire-season

The last few wildfire seasons have been more destructive than years' past. These tips can help you keep your summer camp safe during wildfire season.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/tips-using-camp-technology-create-sense-community

Strong, active communities are defining characteristics of successful camps. Ask any camp director or counselor; they'll have a hundred stories of how their camp fostered friendships, teamwork skills...