https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/what-gets-watered-will-grow-including-you

"Do not  water the plants! Thank you." I actually took a photo of that very sign at an airport’s TSA line. The intent was to deter someone like me, who had forgotten to empty their...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/camp-crisis-hotline

The Hotline serves as a resource for camps in crisis and provides callers the opportunity to talk through their crisis with a trained third-party.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/energy-enthusiasm-find-your-sweet-spot

Optimize energy and enthusiasm at camp. Learn how camp staff can adjust energy levels, maintain engagement, and use a simple system to stay effective all summer.

https://www.acacamps.org/about/inclusion-belonging/land-appreciation

We gather today with appreciation for the people of indigenous tribes of the United States, whose ancestral lands are where we come together.  We say these names to acknowledge those that are...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/games-activities-strengthen-positive-mental-health

“Remember this — every member of your staff and every camper in your program has been through a traumatic experience!” One of my absolute favorite ACA National Conference moments came a few years...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-february-10-2026-unconventional-staffing-solutions-camp-school-partnerships-project-awardees

In this issue: Unconventional Recruitment Ideas for the Summer Ahead Camp-School Partnerships Project 2026 Awardees Announced Send a Child to Camp Grant Application Severe Weather Safety...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/useful-techniques-maintaining-physical-distancing-groups

Anytime a group of people gathers together there is an atavistic human instinct to draw closer. Closer to the speaker so to be able to hear what is being said. Closer to friends and family. Close...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/unconventional-recruitment-ideas-summer-ahead

Struggling with summer camp staffing? Discover new talent sources and smart scheduling strategies to strengthen your camp staff recruitment.

https://www.acacamps.org/advertise/camping-magazine

The official publication of the American Camp Association delivers seasonal print and digital issues designed to provide timely, inspiring, and practical content for child and youth development...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/expanding-camp-staffs-concept-well-being

Building a foundation of well-being supports camp staff members’ ability to anticipate challenges, recognize emotions, and respond appropriately.