https://www.acacamps.org/resources/safety-camp-resources

The American Camp Association (ACA) believes that the physical and emotional safety of campers and staff are of paramount importance in the delivery of any camp experience.  This curated...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/compensating-camp-staff-2024-key-wage-issues-consider-setting-your-pay-policies

This article provides an update on the new "white collar" rule and discusses key issues regarding the compensation of camp staff, with a particular focus on the nuances of the 13(a)(3) "seasonal"...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/online-course/camp-risk-management-essentials-package

No camp is immune to risk — but every camp can be prepared. If you’re responsible for campers, staff, or programs in any capacity, this bundled...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/aca-camp-crisis-hotline-annual-review-2025

Each year, ACA tracks the themes and lessons from confidential calls received by the Camp Crisis Hotline. Check out these important insights from crisis trends over the last five years and helpful...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/educational-partner/know2protect

Through their partnership, ACA and Know2Protect deliver online safety education and prevention resources that help camps protect youth and empower communities.

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/preparing-emergencies-waterfront

The better prepared and trained your team is for waterfront emergencies, the better they’ll react when disaster strikes. 

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...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sun-safety-all-free-resources-help-camps-protect-campers-staff

Building sun-safe habits is an essential part of creating a healthy, supportive camp environment where everyone can participate fully and confidently.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/sun-safety-summer-camp-protecting-campers-today-lifetime

Summer camp means fresh air, outdoor adventures, and long hours in the sun. Whether campers are swimming, hiking, playing ball, or gathered at the campfire, the outdoors becomes their second home....