https://www.acacamps.org/research/special-projects/character-camp-initiative

ACA’s Character at Camp Initiative is a six-year effort to expand, strengthen, and celebrate character development at camp. Funded in 2023 by Lilly Endowment, Inc., the initiative includes the...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/character-matters-running-camp-polarized-world

An Interfaith Conversation on Navigating Political and Social Tensions at Camp

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/character-academy

ACA Recorded Webinars and Videos The Pathway to Character Development at...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-ohio-camp-conference

Please join us for the 2026 Ohio Camp Conference!  The Ohio Camp Conference, located at the Ohio 4-H Center at Ohio State University, is a one-day event for camp professionals....

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/article/camping-magazine/what-character-development-looks-camp

Camp counselors play a crucial role in shaping character by creating positive environments, role modeling values, and teaching important life lessons — leaving a lasting impact on campers for years...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/five-camp-axioms-live

Discover how working at camp offers lessons in leadership, community, personal growth, and lifelong skills through real stories of connection, acceptance, and empowerment.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/friends-foes-figure-it-out-creating-positive-relationship-your-co-c

Build a strong, positive co-counselor relationship at summer camp with practical tips on communication, planning, and teamwork to ensure a successful season for staff and campers alike.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/when-campers-have-big-feelings-helping-them-navigate-life-news-growing

Discover practical tools for camp counselors to support youth through self-discovery, emotional growth, and tough conversations. Learn how to foster a safe, reflective, and nurturing camp environment...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/2026-aca-national-conference

Join us for the 2026 ACA National Conference, February 17-20, 2026, in San Diego, CA. Four-plus packed days of quality education, social and issues-based networking, professional trade-show...