https://www.acacamps.org/conference
2027 ACA National ConferenceThe 2027 National Conference will be held February 16-19, 2027, in Louisville, KY.
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/custom-online-staff-training
Custom Online Staff TrainingTrain your camp staff before they arrive. Build a fully branded, trackable online training program using ACA's library of camp-focused courses — with pricing that scales as your team grows.
https://www.acacamps.org/conference/speakers/call-for-proposals
Call for Session Proposals at the 2027 National ConferenceThe 2027 CFP site is now open!
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/severe-weather-heat-stress-know-risks-be-prepared
Severe Weather and Heat Stress: Know the Risks and Be PreparedLearn how camps can prepare for severe weather and heat stress by understanding risks, recognizing warning signs, and implementing safety strategies to protect campers and staff.
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/learning-leading
Learning and LeadingCamp season is upon us, and the staff training that supports this time-honored summertime experience matters more than you may realize. As you gather around picnic tables, in cabins, and in meeting...
https://www.acacamps.org/conference/exhibithall
Exhibit at the 2027 National Conferencehttps://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/what-burnout-how-can-you-prevent-it
What Is Burnout and How Can You Prevent It?Camp provides a full range of activities where you can laugh, cry, think, be amazed, or try something new. While most experiences are positive and fun, the responsibility of leading campers can...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/safe-or-unsafe-brain-science-offers-transformative-approach-behavior-challenges
Safe or Unsafe? Brain Science Offers a Transformative Approach to Behavior ChallengesAlex, a seven-year-old, first-time day camper, arrives for his first day at camp. Almost from the moment he steps out of his mom’s car, he appears restless, constantly on the move, and difficult...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/addressing-camper-behavior-what-do-i-see-what-do-i-hear-what-do-i-do
Addressing Camper Behavior: What Do I See, What Do I Hear, What Do I Do?“I tried everything, and Jae just keeps acting out. What do I do? I’m ready to put that kid in timeout forever!” cried a desperate staff member. If you’re a returning staff member, this may be...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/teamwork-five-key-practices-help-counselors-succeed-together
Teamwork: Five Key Practices That Help Counselors Succeed TogetherCamp doesn’t work without teamwork. In fact, camp may be one of the most team-dependent environments there is. As counselors and activities staff, you must rely on one another constantly — during...