https://www.acacamps.org/blog/memoriam-chuck-ackenbom-john-howe

The American Camp Association (ACA) would like to acknowledge and honor two past presidents of the ACA Board of Directors who passed away in November. Charles “Chuck” Ackenbom...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/loving-memory-kim-brosnan

It is with a heavy heart that the American Camp Association (ACA) acknowledges and mourns the passing of our beloved colleague Kim Brosnan on October 27, 2023, at the age of 57. Kim was the...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/inflection-points-why-character-counts

Inflection points refer to everything from mathematical equations to management advice. But, equally, if not more, compelling is an application of the concept to the growth trajectory of youth....

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/ensuring-camp-safety-13-steps-get-most-out-your-background-screening-process

Camp is a place for adventure, exploration, growth, and lasting memories. Whether it’s a child’s first time at camp or they’re returning for another summer of fun, one thing remains paramount:...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-november-7-2023-latest-camping-magazine

In this issue: the November/December issue of Camping Magazine focused on risk management, Golden Lens contest deadline, Project Real Job blog, and more....

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/using-journals-help-your-summer-camp-staff-succeed

In support of Project Real Job, one camp shares why they started providing journals to their camp counselors in hopes it would help staff feel more organized, informed, and focused on their goals.

https://www.acacamps.org/advertise/webinar-sponsorship-packages

Be part of ACA’s education platform by sponsoring one or more of our webinars done by thought leaders in the industry. Webinar Cost*: The average cost is $4,500 depending on the webinar. ...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/value-adversity

At a virtual American Camp Association event in 2022, Tracey Gaslin, executive director of the Alliance for Camp Health, asked a simple but consequently profound question when she said, “How much fun...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/2023-november-december-camping-magazine

This issue covers risk management.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/risk-management-sexual-abuse-summer-camp-safeguarding-campers-well-being

Campers’ safety and well-being should be summer camps’ top priority. In order to create a secure environment, it is essential to focus on managing risk specifically related to the detection and...