https://www.acacamps.org/blog/creating-camp-magic-gender-affirming-practices-welcome-all-youth

Our friends at Camp Fire share how the choices camp professionals make to create a sense of belonging for campers who are disconnected or afraid can help campers experience their first taste of camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/aca-camp-crisis-hotline-annual-review-2023

Case studies and lessons learned from the ACA Crisis Hotline.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/aca-camp-crisis-hotline-annual-review-2022

Case studies and lessons learned from the ACA Crisis Hotline.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/music-making-camps

How can camps use music to enhance camper experiences, and why is it so important?

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/rhythm-power-drum-positive-benefits-group-drumming-camps

There are 3.2 million hashtags of #drumming on Instagram alone; it's no doubt one of the most popular percussion instruments around and is said to be the world’s oldest instrument. Research...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/how-support-camper-mental-health

Here are some steps you can take to support camper mental health.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camp-everyone-interview-sarah-kientz

In this interview, the American Camp Association (ACA) sits down with Rev. Sarah Kientz, minister to youth and director of Camp Akita, to discuss Camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/what-know-about-demographic-evaluation-questions-how-make-them-count-part-1

Wheewww! Summer is about over, if not over for most camps, which means that it's time to reflect on another eventful and exciting season. Along with a bit of a breather, this time of year brings lots...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/creating-inclusive-culture-increase-staff-retention

A camp culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging can lead to better staff retention.