https://www.acacamps.org/blog/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/preparing-emergencies-waterfront

The better prepared and trained your team is for waterfront emergencies, the better they’ll react when disaster strikes. 

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/building-safety-culture-training-frontline-staff-respond-critical-incidents

Frontline staff members are responsible for direct supervision of campers, and their training is integral to building a safety culture at camp. 

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sun-safety-all-free-resources-help-camps-protect-campers-staff

Building sun-safe habits is an essential part of creating a healthy, supportive camp environment where everyone can participate fully and confidently.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/deepfakes-peer-pressure-power-no

Kids and teens are increasingly being pressured online to share explicit photos and to engage in harmful activities. Camp counselors and staff can help by reinforcing a simple online safety skill: “...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/digital-boundaries-beyond-camp-helping-kids-balance-screen-time-year-round

Kids and teens may spend more time online throughout the winter holidays, and their chances of crossing paths with online predators can rise. These free, family-friendly resources encourage healthier...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/campfires-coding-tech-trends-shaping-modern-camps

Have you ever wondered how technology is transforming the traditional camp experience?

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/step-step-crucial-role-walkthroughs-camp-aquatic-safety

“Camp aquatic safety cannot solely be the responsibility of the lifeguards.” —Teresa Tucker, Consultant for The Redwoods Group  As leaders in your camp, your presence matters....

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/keep-good-learn-bad-moving-beyond-cultural-appropriation

Ryan Bean and Paul Hillmer are the coauthors of Inappropriation: The Contested Legacy of Y-Indian Guides, which examines Native cultural appropriation in camp settings.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/rule-three-virtual-world-keeping-safe-all-angles

Jamal Stroud, PhD, offers tips on how to keep kids safe online.