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https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/events-calendar/certifications-trainings-camps

Certifications and Trainings by Camps

This calendar includes the following: Courses that result in a certificate (such as first aid, etc.) Educational events that are not endorsed by ACA nor are they eligible for endorsement by...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/partnerships/kindred-groups/emerging-professionals-camping-epic

Emerging Professionals in Camping (EPIC)

EPIC is a welcoming peer community for individuals new to camp work, transitioning into year‑round roles, or stepping into camp leadership for the first time. EPIC offers access to professional...

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

Severe Weather and Heat Stress: Know the Risks and Be Prepared

Learn how camps can prepare for severe weather and heat stress by understanding risks, recognizing warning signs, and implementing safety strategies to protect campers and staff.

https://www.acacamps.org/news/aca-names-new-chief-operating-officer-chief-engagement-officer

ACA Names New Chief Operating Officer and Chief Engagement Officer

Cory Harrison will serve as chief operating officer and Betsy Kelder will serve as chief engagement officer.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/aca-resource-roundup

ACA Resource Roundup

Are you getting the most out of your ACA membership? Join us to learn about the many resources, benefits, and opportunities available to you through ACA, including kindred and affinity groups, grant...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/get-involved/volunteer/volunteer-locally

Volunteer in Your Local Area

The personal benefits of volunteering go well beyond the emotional boost of “giving back.” 

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

Learning and 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

What Is Burnout and 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

Safe or Unsafe? Brain Science Offers a Transformative Approach to 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/addressing-camper-behavior-what-do-i-see-what-do-i-hear-what-do-i-do

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...