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https://www.acacamps.org/conference
2027 ACA National ConferenceThe 2027 National Conference will be held February 16-19, 2027, in Louisville, KY.
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/common-good
Common GoodEmphasizing the common good in a camp setting involves fostering an environment where the well-being of the entire community is prioritized, and every individual contributes positively to the...
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/safety-camp-resources
Safety at Camp ResourcesThe 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/building-safety-culture-training-frontline-staff-respond-critical-incidents
Building a Safety Culture: Training Frontline Staff to Respond to Critical IncidentsFrontline staff members are responsible for direct supervision of campers, and their training is integral to building a safety culture at camp.
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sun-safety-all-free-resources-help-camps-protect-campers-staff
Sun Safety for All: Free Resources to Help Camps Protect Campers and StaffBuilding 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/blog/deepfakes-peer-pressure-power-no
Deepfakes, Peer Pressure, and the Power of “No”Kids and teens are increasingly being pressured online to share explicit photos and to engage in harmful activities. Camp counselors and staff can help by reinforcing a simple online safety skill: “...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/seven-tree-mendous-activities-promote-appreciation-forests
Seven “Tree-mendous” Activities to Promote an Appreciation of Forests“Earth and sky, woods and fields . . . teach some of us more than we can ever learn from books.” – John Lubbock A camp experience is filled with vibrant learning opportunities. It often...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/sun-safety-summer-camp-protecting-campers-today-lifetime
Sun Safety at Summer Camp: Protecting Campers Today and for a LifetimeSummer 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....
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/enhancing-camp-safety
Enhancing Camp SafetyIs your camp prepared to manage conflict, respond to threats, and protect your community? In this recorded webinar, experts from the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) share...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/online-safety-child-abuse-prevention
Online Safety Is Child Abuse PreventionIn today’s connected world, protecting campers means more than just physical safety, it requires a strong focus on digital safety and awareness of online threats that can affect camper behavior. This...