https://www.acacamps.org/press-room/how-to-choose-camp/homesickness
How to Choose a Camp: HomesicknessHow to Prevent Helping with Homesickness What is it? Homesickness is, above all, a normal feeling. It is the natural result of separating from home and loved...
https://www.acacamps.org/about/public-policy/camp-caucus
Camp Caucus — Bringing Camp Voices to Capitol HillThe Camp Caucus is a new bipartisan effort in Congress, supported by the American Camp Association (ACA), to champion high-quality camp experiences for all kids. Join the 1,000+ camp pros...
https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule/preconference-attendee-session
Preconference Attendee SessionThe Sea-Ya-Soon Social may have wrapped, but you can still watch the recording. This preconference info session shares helpful insights from locals and experienced attendees, along with practical...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/camps-sit-outside-politics
Camps Sit Outside of PoliticsAnd that’s why the Camp Caucus means so much.
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/culture-starts-contract-strategic-approach-staff-hiring
Culture Starts Before the Contract: A Strategic Approach to Staff HiringThe camp staff you hire help build the culture your campers experience.
https://www.acacamps.org/about/safety
Safety at CampThe American Camp Association (ACA) believes that the physical and emotional safety of campers and staff are of paramount importance in the delivery of any camp experience.
https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/american-camp-association-selects-77-camps-receive-grant-funding-part-its-character-camp-initiative
ACA Selects 77 Camps to Receive Grant Funding as a Part of Its Character at Camp InitiativeFunds will support the development of new and expanded character programs at day and overnight camps in the United States.
https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/aca-partners-safety-navigator-strengthen-safety-best-practices-camps
ACA Partners with The Safety Navigator to Strengthen Safety Best Practices for CampsMartinsville, Ind., Jan. 15, 2026 — The American Camp Association (ACA), the national accrediting body for camps in the United States and a trusted voice on camp safety,...
https://www.acacamps.org/blog/digital-boundaries-beyond-camp-helping-kids-balance-screen-time-year-round
Digital Boundaries Beyond Camp: Helping Kids Balance Screen Time Year-RoundKids and teens may spend more time online throughout the winter holidays, and their chances of crossing paths with online predators can rise. These free, family-friendly resources encourage healthier...
https://www.acacamps.org/accreditation/volunteers/visit-assignment-tools-resources
Visit Assignment Tools & ResourcesHere is information, tools, and resources to help best prepare yourself for any assigned accreditation visits.