https://www.acacamps.org/resources/diversity-equity-inclusion/mental-emotional-social-health

Focusing on the mental, emotional, and social health (MESH) of campers and staff reflects a holistic understanding of well-being.

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/american-camp-association-announces-partnership-trellis-press-llc-expand-its-publishing-program

The American Camp Association (ACA) partners with Trellis Press to expand its publishing program, offering enhanced professional resources for the camp industry.

https://www.acacamps.org/press-room/reprint-articles

Reprint permission for any of these articles can be obtained by contacting Kaley Amonett, ACA's Editorial Communications Manager. Please...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/bunkmates-boundaries-understanding-dynamics-peer-peer-behaviors-camp

During an overnight campout, staff interrupt a group of 11-year-olds engaged in a “kissing game.” A mom calls and shares that her son did not care for his shower buddy while at camp. A camper...

https://www.acacamps.org/research/special-projects/campwell

CampWell is a six-hour skills-based, in-person, multitiered, training course that guides participants to identify, understand, cultivate, and create a community of well-being.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/campwell-level-two-training

  Join your fellow camp community leaders for an interactive, experiential, multi-day training program that equips camp leaders and program directors to build a culture of well-being across...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/partner-online-course/120-days-strong-child-protection-policy

Creating a strong child protection policy can feel overwhelming, but every youth-serving organization needs one that is clear, practical, and consistently followed to keep kids safe. This on-demand...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/american-camp-association-supports-texass-efforts-strengthen-camp-safety-standards

MARTINSVILLE, IN (August 7, 2025) — In the wake of the tragic July floods that claimed the lives of campers and counselors in Texas, the American Camp Association (ACA) is standing...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/online-safety-child-abuse-prevention

In today’s connected world, protecting campers means more than just physical safety, it requires a strong focus on digital safety and awareness of online threats that can affect camper behavior. This...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/mesh-framework-assessing-cost-employee-well-being

What if improving your staff's mental well-being could unlock your camp's success? A recent Gallup poll shows mental health is the top factor influencing performance, yet 65% of employees say it...