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https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/make-your-camps-next-registration-big-success-technology
Make Your Camp’s Next Registration a Big Success with TechnologyThe results of registration season have a huge impact on the success of your camp! It’s a lot of pressure on such a short period. Even though this time is exciting, the same challenges always seem to...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/how-make-your-camp-more-inclusive-lgbtq-friendly-conversation-brave-trails
How to Make Your Camp More Inclusive and LGBTQ+ Friendly: A Conversation with Brave TrailsChaco interviews Jessica Weissbuch, cofounder and executive director of Brave Trails, a nonprofit organization dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth leadership. It was 2015, and Camp Brave Trails just...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/aca-redwoods-group-working-together-bring-safety-training-camps
ACA and Redwoods Group Working Together to Bring Safety Training to CampsThe American Camp Association (ACA) is excited to announce a collaboration with The Redwoods Group to further the availability of camp safety training courses.
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/hosting-lgbtq-sessions-camp-interview-eric-meier
Hosting LGBTQ+ Sessions at Camp: An Interview with Eric MeierIn this interview, the American Camp Association (ACA) sits down with Eric Meier, director of camps and outdoor programs of Camp Fire Green Country, to discuss Camp Fire’s statement of inclusion and...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/seasonal-recruitment-timing-everything
With Seasonal Recruitment, Timing Is EverythingWhen is the optimal time to recruit for staffers who are not familiar with your camp, or maybe even with the camping industry in general?
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/how-discuss-demonstrate-consent-your-camp
How to Discuss and Demonstrate Consent at Your CampSafeguarding campers' physical and emotional well-being is one of the most important responsibilities of any camp organization. Consent education shouldn’t end in a classroom. To truly create a...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/campwire-episode-51-stacey-morgan-space-travel-taking-risks-embracing-adventure
CampWire Episode 51: Stacey Morgan on Space Travel, Taking Risks, and Embracing AdventureJoin us for an adventure-filled conversation!
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/dont-become-ladder-casualty
Don't Become a Ladder CasualtyWe’ve all heard the term "Jack/Jane of all trades." Many camp professionals have likely even worn that title as a badge of honor. Versatility and a varied skill set can mean success when leading or...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/caught-between-two-staff-seasons-looking-back-moving-forward-veteran-staff
Caught Between Two Staff Seasons: Looking Back Before Moving Forward with Veteran StaffNow is a great time to develop a plan for inviting staff back and securing their commitment, offering leadership roles and opportunities to advance, and keeping staff engaged in...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/cost-camp-frequently-asked-questions
The Cost of Camp: Frequently Asked QuestionsHere are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the cost of camp. How much does it cost to go to camp? It depends! There are a number of factors that can affect...