https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/moving-forward-together-character-camp

At any given point in the summer, I can stop what I am doing and listen. Through the distance and the noise, I can hear the laughter and play of millions of children at camps across the country. As I...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/character-cultivation-character-controversy

Let’s be honest: as camp leaders, you deal with a lot of controversy. And it can be exhausting! Controversy may stem from drama with staff, parents, or your board — and camper drama is ever-...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/global-collaboration-creates-playbook-support-character-leadership-development-youth-disabilities

Learn how ACA’s global CIT initiative helps youth with disabilities and illnesses build character and leadership through medical specialty camp programs.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/camp-crisis-hotline

The Hotline serves as a resource for camps in crisis and provides callers the opportunity to talk through their crisis with a trained third-party.

https://www.acacamps.org/membership/character-camp

Join now and use the promo code "CHARACTER" at checkout.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/2026-aca-national-conference

Join us for the 2026 ACA National Conference, February 17-20, 2026, in San Diego, CA. Four-plus packed days of quality education, social and issues-based networking, professional trade-show...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/we-were-made-reflection-connection-camp

This blog post outlines the importance of creating, building, and growing connections at camp this summer.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/character-matters-running-camp-polarized-world

An Interfaith Conversation on Navigating Political and Social Tensions at Camp

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/summer-health-preparedness-measles-other-communicable-diseases

This webinar is for all staff working with youth this summer: camp counselors, lifeguards, program staff, unit leaders, activity specialists, nurses, directors, healthcare providers, educators, and...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/what-character-development-looks-camp

Camp counselors play a crucial role in shaping character by creating positive environments, role modeling values, and teaching important life lessons — leaving a lasting impact on campers for years...