https://www.acacamps.org/blog/convincing-connecting-redefining-what-it-means-hire-staff-camp-2026

This blog post in support of Project Real Job outlines why it's important to find summer staff who connect with the important work of camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/belonging-backbone-leadership-what-staff-wellness-data-taught-us-2025

“I see how hard you’re working.” That was all it took. One counselor described this simple recognition as the highlight of their entire week. In the swirl of noise, energy, and long camp days,...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/strategic-planning-window-leadership-potential

  Strategic planning is often viewed as a senior leadership exercise — an infrequent process confined to the boardroom. But in camps, where staff come from diverse backgrounds and career...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/inclusion-belonging/cultural-responsiveness

Cultural responsiveness values and celebrates individual cultures and identities, treating them as essential assets within the camp community.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/magazine/2025-november-december-camping-magazine

This issue focuses on leadership development, featuring articles on topics such as strategic planning, belonging, managing decision fatigue, building and practicing a crisis plan, and more.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/code-conduct-events

By participating in an ACA event, you agree to follow the code of conduct for events. Professionalism and Behavior: Maintain a professional demeanor, use polite...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-october-28-2025-national-conference-keynotes-announced

In this issue: 2026 National Conference keynote speakers announced. Day Camp Convention opening keynote announced. New Director Orientation course. CampWire podcast with Michael Brandwein...

https://www.acacamps.org/advertise/enhance-your-online-buyers-guide-listing

The ACA Business Member Directory is an excellent resource that gives buyers the confidence they need for sound purchasing decisions with over two hundred businesses, that...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-october-21-2025-national-awards-high-quality-cit-programs

In this issue: National Awards deadline In Memoriam: Ross Turner Blog post on high-quality CIT programs to help with staffing challenges Blog on how to showcase your summer camp to...

https://www.acacamps.org/research/special-projects/camp-school-partnerships-project

The Camp-School Partnerships Project, currently funded by the SMBC Global Foundation, is a regranting initiative that gifts one- to two-year grants to nonprofit camps to build their capacity to...