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/resources/campcounts-2025

CampCounts is ACA’s business operations and development survey, which seeks to collect key data on camps, camp programs, campers, staffing, financials, and facilities.

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/resources/marketplace/product-spotlight/camp-usa-interexchange

Camp USA by InterExchange connects summer camps with highly qualified, enthusiastic international counselors from around the world — carefully screening each applicant to ensure they are prepared to...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/navigate-explore-empower-orienteering-camp

Orienteering at camp can help campers learn to analyze errors, support one another and learn from mistakes.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/so-youve-hired-j-1-camp-staff-now-what

Here is a guide to help you remember everything you need to do when hiring J-1 visa camp staff.

https://www.acacamps.org/research/get-involved-camp-research

The ACA research team considers itself a hub that connects researchers and youth development professionals from a wide variety of organizations.  We are small but mighty! Read more about the...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-january-13-2026-combating-staff-burnout-january-february-camping-magazine

In this issue: Blog on staff benefits to combat burnout Character at Camp Grant Program Wave 2 webinar January/February Camping Magazine External funding opportunities for camps...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/staff-benefits-combat-burnout

Burnout isn’t just a buzzword; it's a reality for camp pros. Discover systematic ways to support your staff with intentional benefits that actually make an impact.

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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...