https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/lgbtqia

Being inclusive of LGBTQIA+ individuals at camp means creating a safe, welcoming, and affirming space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual/aromantic...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/camp-security

According to the US Department of Justice (DOJ), the incidence of violent crimes committed against and by children and youth continues to rise in America. This alarming data has youth-serving...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/pride-camp-conversations

LGBTQIA+ camp professionals are invited to join the conversation with our affinity group, Pride at Camp. These monthly meetings allow us to discuss camp culture, collaborate on projects, and network...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/campfires-clicks-online-safety-campers-starts-here

Protecting young people today means thinking beyond the physical spaces we create—it means showing up in the digital world, too. As more youth connect virtually, so do the risks of grooming,...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/extreme-heat-preventing-identifying-heat-related-illness

In extreme temperatures and humidity, it is important to train staff on the dangers of heat-related illnesses, signs of heat-related illnesses, and appropriate preventative measures.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/building-safety-first-culture-camp

During my years as a camp director, safety became more than a set of rules or a checklist; it evolved into a daily practice with my entire team, embedded in everything from early morning activity...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/online-course/inclusion-belongingness-package

Help to create an environment that builds capacity within the camp community to understand, accept, value, and honor the unique contributions of all people in our camps.  ACA hope to encourage...

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

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...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/creating-camp-magic-gender-affirming-practices-welcome-all-youth

Our friends at Camp Fire share how the choices camp professionals make to create a sense of belonging for campers who are disconnected or afraid can help campers experience their first taste of camp...