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/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/emergency-disaster-readiness-camps

Emergency and disaster preparedness is critical to the safety and success of camp programs. Preparing staff, campers, and the broader community requires proactive planning, informed decision-making,...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/immunization-recommendations-summer-2026

Immunizations have historically been an important consideration in building a healthy camp structure.  The requirements and recommendations for immunizations are currently being considered, and...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/building-camp-centered-risk-management-framework

This recorded webinar provides camp and youth-serving organization leaders with a practical, holistic understanding of risk management as both a protective framework and a strategic decision-making...

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/resources/severe-weather-season-year-round-preparing-your-camp

Severe weather can occur during any time of the year. Hurricanes, tornadoes, tsunamis, wild fires, floods, etc. are in the news throughout the year.  In preparation, the American Camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/exhibithall/sponsorships

Extend your brand identity and marketing capabilities with a strong, visible presence at the ACA national conference. Let ACA customize a unique sponsorship package for you.

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/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...