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https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/everybodys-nobodys-out
Everybody’s In, Nobody’s Out!As a camp counselor this summer, you are about to meet campers from all walks of life. Just a casual look at the changing demographics in the United States suggests that your chances of having an...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/intergenerational-music-making-how-music-connects-generations
Intergenerational Music-Making: How Music Connects GenerationsExplore how intergenerational music-making at camps fosters connection and inclusivity. Learn why outdoor music activities are perfect for bringing together people of all ages.
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/igniting-positive-change-interview-rachel-rosen
Igniting Positive Change: An Interview with Rachel RosenRachel Rosen, founder of SPARK Equity in Action, believes that everyone’s story counts. A seasoned facilitator and DEI strategist, she is committed to helping people work better together — and...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/camp-includes-me-conversations
Camp Includes Me ConversationsJoin us for Camp Includes Me, a welcoming space for allies and individuals eager to support and learn about diversity, belonging, inclusion, equity, access, and more. Whether...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/toward-understanding-adhd-developmental-delay-self-control
Toward an Understanding of ADHD: A Developmental Delay in Self-controlJosh can't keep his hands to himself when waiting in line. Seth seems to act irresponsibly. Megan never completes an arts and crafts project. These campers' behaviors may have a common link -...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/learning-disabilities-campers
Learning Disabilities in CampersHow often do you see the following examples occur in campers? Kenny, a bright ten-year-old, focuses his attention on the counselor's directions during an activity. He appears attentive, but always...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/senior-citizens-day-residential-camping
Senior Citizens in Day and Residential CampingCamp professionals know that camp is a positive and beneficial experience for everyone. All too often, when speaking of camp and the benefits of camp, the senior community is overlooked. Camp is not...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/planting-seeds-inclusion-practical-strategies-inclusive-mentoring-camps
Planting Seeds of Inclusion: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Mentoring in Camps“A society grows great when elders plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit.” — Greek Proverb. Growing up, my family always said it takes a village to raise a child, and it most definitely...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/inclusive-outdoor-programs-benefit-youth
Inclusive Outdoor Programs Benefit YouthInclusion for persons with disabilities is rapidly occurring in all areas of living - school, work, and recreation. However, until recently, not much was known about inclusionary practices and their...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/camp-all-special-place-special-people
Camp for All: A Special Place for Special People"Dear Mom and Dad, I’m having a great time at camp," writes twelve-year-old Michael. "Today, I rode a horse for the first time. I thought it would be scary, but it was loads of fun. Tonight I’m going...