https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-western-camps-virtual-conference

Join us for the ACA Western Camps Virtual Conference on December 6-7, 2022.  This two-day online conference is an affordable and convenient way to connect with other camp professionals and learn...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/cyber-week-webinar-promotion

Discounted webinar package and limited time deal on a recorded webinar.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/online-course/aquatic-safety-trainings-package-redwoods

Drowning and spinal injuries at swimming pools and aquatic areas are some of the most traumatic and costly events any program can face. The trauma is not restricted to the child who is injured or...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/confessions-disciplinarian-how-managing-camper-behavior-can-save-summer

Like many camp directors — and other educators for that matter — I am frequently thrust into the unenviable role of disciplinarian. And, frankly, I don't feel that I'm very good at it. That is my...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/campline/general-guidelines-social-security-numbers-tax-withholding-international-employees-j-1-visas

We have received numerous questions regarding social security numbers and the need for tax withholdings on international staff. While some questions on this topic can be answered clearly, others are...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/evolving-risks-employment-practices-sexual-harassment-unlawful-discrimination

In 2015, there was a sharp increase in the number of calls to the ACA Crisis Hotline about accommodation and inclusion of individuals, both staff and campers, who identify themselves as transgender,...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/new-data-staff-compensation-benefits-how-does-your-camp-compare

Here's a snapshot of new data we collected from ACA camps about all things staff-related.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/results-2019-spring-snapshot-survey

In the latest Research 360 blog, Director of Research Dr. Laurie Browne shares the results of 2019 Spring Snapshot Survey. The purpose of the survey was to gain insight into summer camp spring...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/campline/compensating-camp-staff-five-key-issues-consider-setting-your-2019-pay-policies

When it comes to personnel issues, one of the foremost areas of risk for all employers — camps included — is employee compensation.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/partner-online-course/campsafe-child-sexual-abuse-prevention-training

Training your staff to the level of safety and professionalism that you and your camp families expect becomes a greater challenge each year.  Your primary focus is safety and that includes the...