https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/leadership-skill-you-never-knew-you-needed-managing-decision-fatigue

It’s 9:42 a.m. and you’ve already made at least 17 decisions — all before double-digit o’clock! You weighed in on a staff discussion about how to handle a homesick camper, you figured out how to...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/belonging-backbone-leadership-what-staff-wellness-data-taught-us-2025

“I see how hard you’re working.” That was all it took. One counselor described this simple recognition as the highlight of their entire week. In the swirl of noise, energy, and long camp days,...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/strategic-planning-window-leadership-potential

  Strategic planning is often viewed as a senior leadership exercise — an infrequent process confined to the boardroom. But in camps, where staff come from diverse backgrounds and career...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/magazine/2025-november-december-camping-magazine

This issue focuses on leadership development, featuring articles on topics such as strategic planning, belonging, managing decision fatigue, building and practicing a crisis plan, and more.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/camping-magazine

Learn the skills you need to succeed. Camping Magazine is your primary source for the most recent trends in the camp industry - the latest research in the field of youth...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/magazine/2025-september-october-camping-magazine

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https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/camp-director-insights-importance-it-all

Running a camp today is more demanding than ever. Discover how camp directors balance challenges, support families, and keep the magic of camp alive.

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Session Proposals ACA is looking for high-quality speakers and facilitators who will challenge our thinking, spark new ideas, and sharpen the skills essential to exceptional camp experiences....