https://www.acacamps.org/conference/hotel

Hotel Reservations ACA’s contracted discounted rates are available on a first-come, first-served basis through January 22, 2026, and may be extended up to three days before and...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/speakers/session-proposal-instructions

Learn how to submit a session proposal for the 2026 ACA National Conference, including login tips, submission steps, editing guidelines, and contact information for support. How to Submit a...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/speakers/keynotes

ACA will be announcing the 2026 general session speakers soon. You can see our lineup from the 2025 conference below.

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/exhibithall/schedule

The conference schedule has been designed to "showcase" exhibits!  Tuesday, February 17, 2026 7:00 a.m.-  4:00 p.m.   — Exhibitor...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/five-camp-axioms-live

Discover how working at camp offers lessons in leadership, community, personal growth, and lifelong skills through real stories of connection, acceptance, and empowerment.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/friends-foes-figure-it-out-creating-positive-relationship-your-co-c

Build a strong, positive co-counselor relationship at summer camp with practical tips on communication, planning, and teamwork to ensure a successful season for staff and campers alike.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/when-campers-have-big-feelings-helping-them-navigate-life-news-growing

Discover practical tools for camp counselors to support youth through self-discovery, emotional growth, and tough conversations. Learn how to foster a safe, reflective, and nurturing camp environment...

https://www.acacamps.org/research/help-camp-research/aca-research-forum

The 2026 Camp Research Forum will be held in conjunction with the American Camp Association National Conference, February 17-20, in San Diego, CA.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/essential-behavior-skills-your-frontline-staff-will-need-summer

The challenge: behavior and group management skills — one of the skill sets needed first and most by staff — must compete for schedule space during training with so much other critical information...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/exhibithall