https://www.acacamps.org/blog/bringing-world-camp-adding-culture-camp-life

This blog post will discuss ideas about how to tap into the cultural well that comes with having international staff and uncover the spring of cultural wealth from which everyone can learn.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/crisis-communications-tool-kit

Unfortunately, a crisis can occur at anytime and can affect any camp at any location. It is for that reason that you should prepare for a crisis before it happens.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/extreme-heat-preventing-identifying-heat-related-illness

In extreme temperatures and humidity, it is important to train staff on the dangers of heat-related illnesses, signs of heat-related illnesses, and appropriate preventative measures.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/second-year-staff-members-capitalize-upside

“Thank you for this summer. I’ve loved every bit of it. This has been the best summer I’ve had. I’ve made new friends and done a load of new things. I think this has changed me as a person.”...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/leaders-build-leaders

Part of being a good leader is building future leaders through delegation, mentorship, and persistence.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/campfire-career-building-brighter-futures-retaining-staff

One summer camp explains their experience using a staff scholarship program as a camp staff retention tool.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/building-truly-inclusive-team-why-disability-inclusion-everyones-job

Disability inclusion in camp settings extends beyond hiring specialized staff or assigning one person to focus on accessibility. True inclusion means fostering a culture where every team member —...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camper-counselor-leader-my-journey-summer-camp-beyond

My name is Parker Evans, and I’m a senior at Indiana University studying Parks and Recreation. My passion for recreation has been a huge part of my life, from playing sports in school to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/cit-programs-empower-act-thrive

Don't overlook your counselor-in-training program when looking for opportunities to sustain and strengthen your camp culture.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/online-course/no-outbreaks-here-simple-strategies-reducing-spread-communicable-disease-camp

The emergence of COVID-19 highlighted the importance of preventative behaviors and practices to reduce the spread and impact of communicable diseases in camp. This short course is rooted in...