https://www.acacamps.org/resources/adventure-challenge-program-resources

The following organizations provide training and certification for challenge/adventure course supervisors and staff.

https://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/overview/standards-glance

For an overview of the structure and categories of the ACA Accreditation Standards (2025 edition), refer to Standards at a Glance published by the American Camp Association. The full text of...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/unconventional-recruitment-ideas-summer-ahead

Struggling with summer camp staffing? Discover new talent sources and smart scheduling strategies to strengthen your camp staff recruitment.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/high-quality-cit-programs-key-solving-camp-staffing-challenges

When designed with intention, counselor-in-training programs can be one of the most effective tools for ensuring camps have strong and prepared summer camp staff.  

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/thinking-outside-box-creative-ways-find-hire-summer-camp-staff

Here are four powerful staff recruitment strategies — beyond the usual job postings — that can help you find the best staff for your summer camp or seasonal program.

https://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/overview/introduction-aca-accreditation

The American Camp Association is the only nationwide accrediting organization for all types and designs of organized camps. ACA standards focus on health, safety, and risk management practices. ...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/fair-labor-standards-act-applicability-camps

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor standards affecting full-time and part-time workers in the private sector and in Federal,...

https://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/accreditation-academy

Expand your learning and professional development via accreditation and standards by using the tools and resources in the Accreditation Academy.

https://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/accreditation-academy/written-documentation-review

A fundamental learning opportunity in the accreditation program is receiving feedback from accreditation volunteers on your written documentation. The review and feedback allow the camp to ask...

https://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/accreditation-academy/closer-look-videos

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