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https://www.acacamps.org/blog/celebrating-indigenous-peoples-heritage-month

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month

In honor and acknowledgment of Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month, this blog post discusses the work of ACA's Indigenous Peoples Task Force. For the month of November, we are also offering...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/belonging-rhythm-camp

Belonging Is the Rhythm of Camp

Summer camp settings are uniquely positioned to foster the feeling of belonging because they create immersive environments where relationships develop quickly and shared experiences build connection...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/theres-no-roadmap-being-adult-disability-so-im-making-my-own

There's No Roadmap for Being an Adult with a Disability — So I'm Making My Own

To show young people that everyone can live a full life with a disability, Emmy®-Award winning films The Ride Ahead and My Disability Roadmap are free to nonprofit camps and summer...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/powerful-programming-character-development-camp

Powerful Programming for Character Development at Camp

This blog is adapted from Powerful Programming: How to Build Great Character Qualities with Outstanding Program Planning and Leadership, an ACA Webinar presented by Michael Brandwein.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/how-outdoor-musical-play-supports-character-inclusion-camp

How Outdoor Musical Play Supports Character and Inclusion at Camp

Outdoor musical play builds character, resilience, and inclusion, helping campers of all abilities feel confident and connected.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/we-were-made-reflection-connection-camp

We Were Made for This: A Reflection on Connection at Camp

This blog post outlines the importance of creating, building, and growing connections at camp this summer.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/character-matters-running-camp-polarized-world

Character Matters: Running Camp in a Polarized World

An Interfaith Conversation on Navigating Political and Social Tensions at Camp

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/opals-walk-freedom-nationwide-camp-initiative

Opal's Walk for Freedom: A Nationwide Camp Initiative

Join camps nationwide on June 19, 2025, for Opal’s Walk for Freedom — honoring Juneteenth through education, community, and youth engagement. Celebrate freedom, resilience, and unity with this...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/camp-counselor-lifesaver-stem-cell-donors-journey

From Camp Counselor to Lifesaver: A Stem Cell Donor's Journey

A camp counselor registered as a stem cell donor and later gave a stranger a second chance at life. Learn how easy it is to register, save lives, and inspire others to do the same.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/intergenerational-music-making-how-music-connects-generations

Intergenerational Music-Making: How Music Connects Generations

Explore how intergenerational music-making at camps fosters connection and inclusivity. Learn why outdoor music activities are perfect for bringing together people of all ages.