https://www.acacamps.org/parents-families/why-accredited-camps/how-choose-camp-safety-tips

ACA accreditation assures parents that the camp has had a regular, independent safety audit that goes beyond regulations in most states. Accreditation Is Different than Licensing Licensing,...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/social-security-application-process-camps-j-1-camp-counselors

Applying for a Social Security number is an important required step for international camp staff.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/tools-help-domestic-staff-interact-respectfully-intentionally-international-staff

These tools and approaches will help to encourage, equip, and entice American summer camp staff to engage curiously, respectfully, and intentionally with their international peers.

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/aca-announces-collaboration-generac-support-camp-emergency-preparedness

New collaboration helps camps access reliable backup power solutions to strengthen safety and resilience.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/golden-lens-contest

The J. Wendell and Ruth T. Howe  Golden Lens Awards photography contest.

https://www.acacamps.org/wisconsin/awards

Wisconsin Awards We were delighted to announce and recognize the 2025 ACA, Wisconsin local office award winners at a special dinner at our Fall Gathering.  Congratulations...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/high-support-high-expectations-welcoming-global-staff-intention

Structure, language, and intentional hospitality set the foundation for stronger social bonds, smoother staff training, and a more cohesive camp culture.

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/aca-celebrates-launch-bipartisan-congressional-camp-caucus

Representatives Chris Pappas and Chuck Edwards File to Establish First-Ever Caucus Dedicated to the Camp Community.

https://www.acacamps.org/press-room/how-to-choose-camp/homesickness

How to Prevent Helping with Homesickness What is it? Homesickness is, above all, a normal feeling. It is the natural result of separating from home and loved...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/2026-aca-national-award-recipients-announced

The American Camp Association® (ACA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 National Awards. The award winners will be recognized at ACA’s National Conference in San Diego, California,...