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/resources/magazine/2025-september-october-camping-magazine

 Features Create a Sense of Belonging for...

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/article/camping-magazine/moving-forward-together-engagement-belonging

As I reflect on the realities of the past few months, my heart continues to break for all the families, communities, and camps impacted by the terrible floods in Texas. This has been one of the...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/camping-magazine

Learn the skills you need to succeed. Camping Magazine is your primary source for the most recent trends in the camp industry - the latest research in the field of youth...

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/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...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/campwell-101

Transform Your Camp with a Focus on Well-Being Imagine a camp where every individual—staff and campers alike—feels truly supported and connected. In this on-demand webinar, discover how CampWell...

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,...