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https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/race-ethnicity

Race and Ethnicity

Acknowledging and affirming racial and ethnic diversity enriches the camp experience for everyone.

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Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month

In honor and acknowledgment of Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month, this blog post discusses the work of ACA's Indigenous Peoples Task Force. For the month of November, we are also offering...

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/article/camping-magazine/three-essential-tools-recipe-conversion

Three Essential Tools for Recipe Conversion

To give my campers and staff the best dining experience possible, I made it a policy to prepare our camp meals with more of a home-cooked flavor, using some of my family’s favorite recipes. In the...

https://www.acacamps.org/parents-families/planning-camp/expert-advice/camp-every-child-traditional-specialty-special-needs

A Camp for Every Child - Traditional, Specialty, and Special Needs?

Understanding the strengths in camp focus may help you make your choice. Traditional Means Wide variety of activities Chance for campers to try new activities Exposure to more campers...

https://www.acacamps.org/parents-families/planning-camp/expert-advice/camp-every-child-right-camp

A Camp for Every Child - The Right Camp

Camp can last from just a few days or stretch to all summer long. It's well worth the trouble to investigate camp programs before your camper packs a backpack. These questions help you explore the...

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BIPOC Affinity Group Conversations

The BIPOC Affinity Group is a safe and inclusive space dedicated to fostering community and centering BIPOC camp professionals. This virtual space is designed for those who identify as Black,...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/cooking-oil-considerations-nutrition-variations-applications-calefaction

Cooking Oil Considerations: Nutrition, Variations, Applications, and Calefaction

Navigating the nutritious qualities, multiple varieties, cooking/food prep applications, and the heating process of cooking oils can be a challenging task. A good starting point is knowing what...

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What to Bring to Camp

Travel Light — Tips on Packing and Gear for Summer Camp Plan Ahead — Living Out of a Backpack, Duffel Bag, Suitcase, or Trunk Review Camp Packing Lists Label Everything — Classic Iron-on/...

https://www.acacamps.org/parents-families/preparing-camp/planning-checklist

Planning Checklist

Spring Review Expectations and Values of Camp Seek Recommendations from Friends Consult Faith Communities, Community Centers Attend...