https://www.acacamps.org/book/101-games-activities-teach-leadership-teamwork

101 Games & Activities That Teach Leadership and Teamwork is an excellent resource for camp staff, group leaders, educators, and other youth development professionals, as well as...

https://www.acacamps.org/book/waterfront-management-camp-recreation-settings-3rd-edition

The waterfront is where campers take risks, test their courage, and have the most fun, but keeping it safe is no small job. Lakes, rivers, and open swimming areas bring changing conditions,...

https://www.acacamps.org/book/100-activities-build-unity-community-connection

This collection of icebreakers, energizers, get-acquainted games, opening and closing activities, and team challenges and games are my favorite ways to build unity, community, and connection within...

https://www.acacamps.org/book/101-games-activities-strengthen-families

101 Games and Activities to Strengthen Families provides a treasure trove of easy-to-follow activities that are fun, yet carefully designed to bring out the best in all kinds of...

https://www.acacamps.org/book/basic-camp-management

Armand and Beverly Ball Basic Camp Management: An Introduction to Camp Administration (Ninth Edition) is a comprehensive guide to camp administration for camp administrators, recreation...

https://www.acacamps.org/book/101-nature-activities-kids

Jane Sanborn and Elizabeth Rundle 101 Nature Activities for Kids is a “one-stop shop” for anyone who is seeking a “perfect” and memorable nature activity for their group....

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/navigate-explore-empower-orienteering-camp

Orienteering at camp can help campers learn to analyze errors, support one another and learn from mistakes.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/staffing-summit-2025-26-commitment-process-leads-progress

During the 2026 ACA Staffing Summit, experts from both inside and outside the camp field will share valuable insights around staff recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/three-creative-activities-keep-kids-engaged

Here are three summertime activities that are fun for campers of all ages. Moving Water About the Game: For this game you will need two containers and one sponge, cut in half,...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/explore-our-dynamic-sun

Discover NASA’s Our Dynamic Sun tool kit — free activities, images, and facts to spark curiosity about the sun for camps, educators, and astronomy fans.