https://www.acacamps.org/resources/j-1-visa-update-november-2021

As of November 8, 2021, the travel bans have been lifted and international travel has resumed. All J-1 exchange visitor applicants (age 18 or older at the time of travel) will be required to show...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/campwire-episode-44-starting-camp-podcast

So you're interested in starting a podcast? Tune in for a conversation on podcast fundamentals, including technology, guests, logistics, and more. Lauren McMillin, ACA's public relations and...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/how-can-group-purchasing-organization-help-your-camp

A group purchasing organization (GPO) is a platform that allows a business to join a group of other buyers who are interested in the same products and services. When you join a GPO — which can be...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/needed-new-editorial-advisory-committee-member

The American Camp Association (ACA) is searching for a new Camping Magazine Editorial Advisory Committee (EAC) member. EAC members review current needs of camp professionals, help to develop...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/lessons-learned-acas-crisis-hotline-2021

Part of the magic of camp is the unexpected. In most cases, the unexpected means spontaneous, unscripted moments of connection, growth, and renewal — but the unexpected can also mean uncertainty, or...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/developing-certification-program-staff-recruitment-retention-tool

So what are — and what aren’t — certifications, exactly?

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/covid-19/mental-health-resources

Camps Support Social-Emotional Growth and Mental Health Needs in the Time of COVID-19.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/continuous-improvement-camp

Camp Twin Lakes (CTL) serves campers who have medical illnesses, disabilities, and other life challenges at two year-round camp locations in Georgia. CTL operates as a partner model camp, serving...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/campwire-episode-43-are-you-living-your-mission-through-your-employment-practices

ACA’s Professional Development Manager of the Western Region, John Beitner, sits down with the Executive Director of ACA, Illinois, Colette Marquardt, to discuss the growing trend in camps to make...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/ppe-covid-19-test-kit-vendors-camps

ACA's Buyer's Guide has a list of business affiliates that can help camps with their medical supplies this summer, including testing kits and PPE supplies. The American Camping...