https://www.acacamps.org/blog/how-take-stress-stride

In a recent report, young adults were shown to be the most stressed-out generation (Sifferlin, 2013). This summer at camp, odds are you’ll have your share of stressful moments, so it’s important to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camp-real-job

Everyone has skills and abilities. Some are your unique aptitudes and talents that come to you naturally and easily. Other skills and abilities will be added or improved upon through education,...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/handling-campers-homesickness

According to author and psychologist Michael Thompson, PhD, 97 percent of children experience at least some occasional homesick feelings at camp. Considering that statistic, you’ll probably have...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-august-20-2024-submit-aca-award-nominations

In this issue: Award nominations video Staffing Summit registration Reimagining Faith-Based Family Camp article...

https://www.acacamps.org/ohio/grants

ACA, Ohio is proud to be able to offer the Grants Program. This program awards grants for the purpose of improving and expanding the camp experience in Ohio. Any member (camp or individual) of...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-august-13-2024-staffing-summit-keynotes

In this issue: 2024 Staffing Summit keynotes announced CampWell trainings Article on why day camps would benefit from hiring staff outside their local areas....

https://www.acacamps.org/about/inclusion-belonging/our-commitment

Through this work, the American Camp Association commits to prioritizing and appropriately resourcing inclusion and belonging to increase the reach, relevance, and equitable access to camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/about

The American Camp Association is a community of camp professionals who, for over 100 years, have joined together to share our knowledge and experience and to ensure the quality of camp programs...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/child-abuse-prevention-resources

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https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-august-6-2024-start-planning-conference-season

In this issue: Upcoming regional and national conference and events Article on dangerous heat conditions and preventing heat-related illnessess ACA national award nominations Sponsored...