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/sponsored/focus-growth-learning-how-implement-aquatic-test-mark-protect-practices-camp

In the past decade, aquatic facilities across the country have adopted Test, Mark, Protect policies as a core set of strategies to reduce risk, and to set clear expectations for anyone wanting to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/top-5-waterfront-safety-tips-get-your-camp-swimmer-ready

While there are many camp activities that require constant supervision, swimming and other water-related activities need special attention to ensure camper safety and most importantly, fun.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/energize-your-waterfront-five-easy-steps

What's the most popular program at American Camp Association camps? Waterfront activities! That's why at RAVE Sports, the most common questions...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/5-life-lessons-learned-sleep-away-camp

Guest blog by Stacey Ebert For sleep-away campers, the end of June brought endless smiles. School closed for two whole months and our second family greeted us with open arms. Mornings were...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camp-counselors-gain-professional-skills

Summer camp is a beneficial experience for both the campers and the summer camp staff, who learn valuable professional skills that translate to their future careers.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camp-counselor-skills-are-professional-skills

As we work to connect with potential camp staff members, it is important to make sure they truly understand the value of working at summer camp. 

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/step-your-hiring-game-attracting-interns-through-field-experience-manual

Here are some easy steps to get you started putting together your own field experience manual.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/get-it-online-site-ongoing-point-training

How will you tailor your training approach to ensure that staff are well-trained and equipped for the diverse challenges they’ll face?

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/hiring-summer-2021-making-most-your-job-posting

As the recruitment season heats up, we thought we’d share our proven tips for how to write the best job descriptions and generate the most interest in your post.