https://www.acacamps.org/resources/character-camp/grant-program

Apply for ACA's Character at Camp Grant — funding for day and overnight camps to build or grow character development programs. Wave 2 closes October 1, 2026.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/custom-online-staff-training

Train your camp staff before they arrive. Build a fully branded, trackable online training program using ACA's library of camp-focused courses — with pricing that scales as your team grows.

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.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/wave-two-office-hours-character-grant-program

Wave Two of ACA's Character Grant Program opened on May 1st! Is your camp or organization thinking about applying and have questions or need support? Sign up for any of the Character at Camp Grant...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/engaging-meaningful-character-reflection

As a camp staff member, you have endless opportunities to help shape young people’s character and identity. You have the potential for powerful influence — and with intention your impact can be...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/learning-leading

Camp season is upon us, and the staff training that supports this time-honored summertime experience matters more than you may realize. As you gather around picnic tables, in cabins, and in meeting...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/what-burnout-how-can-you-prevent-it

Camp provides a full range of activities where you can laugh, cry, think, be amazed, or try something new. While most experiences are positive and fun, the responsibility of leading campers can...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/safe-or-unsafe-brain-science-offers-transformative-approach-behavior-challenges

Alex, a seven-year-old, first-time day camper, arrives for his first day at camp. Almost from the moment he steps out of his mom’s car, he appears restless, constantly on the move, and difficult...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/severe-weather-heat-stress-know-risks-be-prepared

Severe weather can occur in many different forms, and each type presents unique safety risks. Thunderstorms are one of the most common weather hazards during outdoor activities. They can produce...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/addressing-camper-behavior-what-do-i-see-what-do-i-hear-what-do-i-do

“I tried everything, and Jae just keeps acting out. What do I do? I’m ready to put that kid in timeout forever!” cried a desperate staff member. If you’re a returning staff member, this may be...