https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/common-good

Emphasizing the common good in a camp setting involves fostering an environment where the well-being of the entire community is prioritized, and every individual contributes positively to the...

https://www.acacamps.org/parents-families/why-accredited-camps/how-choose-camp-safety-tips

ACA accreditation assures parents that the camp has had a regular, independent safety audit that goes beyond regulations in most states. Accreditation Is Different than Licensing Licensing,...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/juneteenth

At camp, we create spaces where young people grow, learn, and build community. Including Juneteenth in your celebrations is a meaningful way to honor freedom, resilience, and joy. 

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/aca-announces-collaboration-generac-support-camp-emergency-preparedness

New collaboration helps camps access reliable backup power solutions to strengthen safety and resilience.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/partner-online-course/darkness-lights-camp-counselor-training

Darkness to Light's Camp Counselor Training empowers counselors in camp settings to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.  Define child sexual...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/partner-online-course/summer-camps-abuse-prevention-program

ASAP's abuse-prevention program is being used to ensure healthly physical and behavorial interactions and safety.  It includes a Director's Guide, screening protocol, staff training - animated...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/aca-celebrates-launch-bipartisan-congressional-camp-caucus

Representatives Chris Pappas and Chuck Edwards File to Establish First-Ever Caucus Dedicated to the Camp Community.

https://www.acacamps.org/press-room/how-to-choose-camp/homesickness

How to Prevent Helping with Homesickness What is it? Homesickness is, above all, a normal feeling. It is the natural result of separating from home and loved...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/aca-partners-safety-navigator-strengthen-safety-best-practices-camps

Martinsville, Ind., Jan. 15, 2026 — The American Camp Association (ACA), the national accrediting body for camps in the United States and a trusted voice on camp safety,...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/american-camp-association-receives-400000-grant-strengthen-disaster-preparedness-response-camp

Investment will support vulnerable camps through accreditation access and nationwide climate-preparedness training.