https://www.acacamps.org/about/get-involved/awards/marge-scanlin-outstanding-research-award

Marge Scanlin was a driving force behind many of the research efforts of ACA. Upon her retirement, this award was established as an ongoing tribute to recognize Marge’s contributions by supporting...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/indigenous-appropriation-assessment-tool

This assessment tool — developed by Maine Summer Camps (MSC) — is intended to help camps examine their ethos with an openness to experiencing the camp’s symbols and practices from other perspectives...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-june-18-2024-celebrate-juneteenth-mental-martial-art-readiness

In this issue: a blog discussing Juneteeth with 100 Black Men of Indianapolis’s Summer Academy program, article on how to train yourself to control your internal state, new Campwire podcast,...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/celebrate-juneteenth-100-black-men-indianapolis-interview-joseph-eldridge-marcus-r-hatcher-keli

Join ACA staff in conversation with 100 Black Men of Indianapolis discussing the importance of Juneteenth and learn more about the 100's Summer Academy program.

https://www.acacamps.org/about/annual-report/2023-annual-impact-report

This was a year to reconfirm that camp as a socially enriching, experiential environment plays a significant role in helping today’s youth and future leaders thrive — and a great time to focus on...

https://www.acacamps.org/donate/mini-takes-the-states

MINI Takes the States is helping raise money this summer to send more children to camp!

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-june-11-2024-compensating-camp-staff-staffing-summit-call-presenters

In this issue: a blog discussing key issues regarding the compensation of camp staff, session proposals for the Staffing Summit, a blog post on camp aquatic safety, and more....

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/toward-understanding-adhd-developmental-delay-self-control

Josh can't keep his hands to himself when waiting in line. Seth seems to act irresponsibly. Megan never completes an arts and crafts project. These campers' behaviors may have a common link -...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/learning-disabilities-campers

How often do you see the following examples occur in campers? Kenny, a bright ten-year-old, focuses his attention on the counselor's directions during an activity. He appears attentive, but always...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/senior-citizens-day-residential-camping

Camp professionals know that camp is a positive and beneficial experience for everyone. All too often, when speaking of camp and the benefits of camp, the senior community is overlooked. Camp is not...