https://www.acacamps.org/article/campline/prepare-lifeguards-takeoff-your-camp-aquatics-program

Last spring, I had lunch with an old high school friend of mine who had recently switched careers. After almost 30 years as a paramedic/firefighter, he had an opportunity to pursue his lifelong dream...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/step-step-crucial-role-walkthroughs-camp-aquatic-safety

“Camp aquatic safety cannot solely be the responsibility of the lifeguards.” —Teresa Tucker, Consultant for The Redwoods Group  As leaders in your camp, your presence matters....

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/focus-growth-learning-how-implement-aquatic-test-mark-protect-practices-camp

In the past decade, aquatic facilities across the country have adopted Test, Mark, Protect policies as a core set of strategies to reduce risk, and to set clear expectations for anyone wanting to...

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/events-education/event/autism-wandering-drowning-risk

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder face unique danger when missing, especially when the child has wandered or eloped from a safe location. Children who wander or elope are substantially...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/partnerships/collaborations/american-red-cross

In order to meet several of the American Camp Association standards, certification in CPR/AED, first aid, or lifeguarding is required. To assist ACA-accredited camps in meeting these standards, ACA...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/aca-accreditation-standards-reference

This page serves as the official public reference for the structure and categories of the ACA Accreditation Standards (November 2025 edition) published by the American Camp Association (ACA).

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/recorded-webinar/building-safe-spaces-campers-staff-abuse-prevention

Whether you are a Camp Director, Educator, Aquatic Staff or Camp Counselor, this webinar will provide you with valuable resources and actionable insights for building a safer summer. You will have...

https://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/accreditation-academy/certification-training-skills-verification-resources

Finding the qualified staff and volunteers is a big task. Here are some resources you can use to help you find the industry experts and providers that meet the standards for certification across...