https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-southern-california-hawaii-spring-leadership-conference

Please Join Us in Palm Springs for the Spring Leadership Conference! Spring Leadership Conference (SLC) is known for excellent professional development, unrivaled social events,...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-wisconsin-epic-conversation-november

Hiring & Staffing Description: Hiring seasonal staff is one of the most critical—and complex—tasks for camp professionals. In this month’s discussion, we will explore best...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/degrees-change-professional-development-camp-staff-using-computer

Professional development isn't just for counselors. Your camp's office team needs training in spreadsheets, databases, file organization, and marketing tools — because the behind-the-scenes work...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/convincing-connecting-redefining-what-it-means-hire-staff-camp-2026

This blog post in support of Project Real Job outlines why it's important to find summer staff who connect with the important work of camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/leadership-skill-you-never-knew-you-needed-managing-decision-fatigue

It’s 9:42 a.m. and you’ve already made at least 17 decisions — all before double-digit o’clock! You weighed in on a staff discussion about how to handle a homesick camper, you figured out how to...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/magazine/2025-november-december-camping-magazine

This issue focuses on leadership development, featuring articles on topics such as strategic planning, belonging, managing decision fatigue, building and practicing a crisis plan, and more.

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/blog/elements-good-job-posting-why-theyre-important

Hiring for camp jobs starts with a strong job posting. This guide shares key tips, examples, and a handy template to help you write postings that bring in the right candidates.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/staffing-summit-2025-26-commitment-process-leads-progress

During the 2026 ACA Staffing Summit, experts from both inside and outside the camp field will share valuable insights around staff recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining.