https://www.acacamps.org/blog/compensating-camp-staff-2024-key-wage-issues-consider-setting-your-pay-policies

This article provides an update on the new "white collar" rule and discusses key issues regarding the compensation of camp staff, with a particular focus on the nuances of the 13(a)(3) "seasonal"...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/why-summer-camp

Consider giving your kids an old-school, summer camp experience that they will learn from and cherish for the rest of their lives — it could end up being the wisest parental investment you ever...

https://www.acacamps.org/research/special-projects/leadership-pathways-project

This three-year grant program is designed to foster evidence-informed planning, testing, and improving initiatives to increase access to and engagement in counselor-in-training (CIT) programs and...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/grant-opportunities-camps

As a benefit to members, ACA researches government and private grants and funding opportunities that are relevant to the camp community.  These grants are from external organizations...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/understanding-camper-behavior-ensure-successful-summer

This blog post aims at helping summer camp staff understand why campers might act the way they do, how they can work with campers through their behaviors, and tools to use in behavior improvement.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/marketplace/aca-group-purchasing-trinity-hpsi

This strategic partnership with Trinity/HPSI offers significant discounts to ACA camps with trusted national vendors across multiple industries. You will receive unmatched, one-on-one customer...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/cracking-generation-z-code-recruit-train-support-inspire

Gen Z is reshaping the workforce, bringing fresh perspectives on work, loyalty, and authority. In recording, you'll explore their unique outlook and gain practical strategies to recruit, train, and...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/certificate-course/experienced-program-staff-certificate

Designed for seasoned program staff in camps, afterschool, summer enrichment programs, or other community-based youth settings, this certificate provides an opportunity to build on your existing...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/online-course/camp-camper

ACA's #1 Best Selling Course and Book! It is imperative that counselors see themselves as role models for campers and act accordingly. Parents place a great deal of trust in camps...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/empowering-camp-conversations-mastering-difficult-dialogues

Don’t miss this opportunity to equip your summer camp staff with the vital skills needed to handle difficult interactions with confidence! This recorded webinar is now available for purchase,...