https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/character-academy-preconference-workshops-spring-leadership-conference
The Character Trait Series, Preconference Spring Leadership ConferenceThis workshop is free for members and $48 for nonmembers when you register by 4/4/2026. Not an ACA member?...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/pathway-character-development-camp
The Pathway to Character Development at CampUnlock the secrets to enhancing character development at your camp with this research-driven, recorded webinar. Available for viewing at your convenience, this recorded webinar is designed...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/wildfires-west
Wildfires in the WestThe threat of wildfires impacts camps in the west more each year. This webinar explores wildland fire preparation, response and recovery from four critical perspectives: Public Policy, Fire...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/us-secret-service-agents-guide-creating-safe-camps
A U.S. Secret Service Agent's Guide to Creating Safe CampsThis webinar is meant to provide participants with concepts to proactively develop and/or improve safety and security at their camps and outdoor venues. The presentation will include discussion...
https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/it-can-happen-you-10-things-you-can-do-tighten-security-your-camp
It Can Happen to You: 10 Things You Can Do to Tighten Security at Your CampWith 3 sites, 14 individual day camps, 500+ acres and more than 5000 campers and staff on our grounds each day, the Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds has spent the last 5 years focusing on its unique...
https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/consequence-character-how-summer-camp-promotes-character-leadership-entrepreneurship
A Consequence of Character: How Summer Camp Promotes Character, Leadership, and EntrepreneurshipEven casual observation reveals the powerful role the summer camp experience plays in accelerating character development in children and teens. The question then becomes "What's next?" The answer, it...
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/character-camp/frequently-asked-questions
Character at Camp Initiative: Frequently Asked QuestionsUpdated 4/27/26 This page provides answers to frequently asked questions about ACA’s Character at Camp Initiative and the...
https://www.acacamps.org/resources/character-academy
Character AcademyHere you will find a collection of free resources for members to learn more about character development. For additional information on the grant program and the opportunities that await your camp,...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/how-outdoor-musical-play-supports-character-inclusion-camp
How Outdoor Musical Play Supports Character and Inclusion at CampOutdoor musical play builds character, resilience, and inclusion, helping campers of all abilities feel confident and connected.
https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/american-camp-association-selects-77-camps-receive-grant-funding-part-its-character-camp-initiative
ACA Selects 77 Camps to Receive Grant Funding as a Part of Its Character at Camp InitiativeFunds will support the development of new and expanded character programs at day and overnight camps in the United States.