https://www.acacamps.org/resources/2024-camping-magazine-editorial-index

View an archive of ...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/annual-report/2024-annual-impact-report

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

https://www.acacamps.org/about/get-involved/awards/eleanor-p-eells-award-excellence-evaluation-research

The Eleanor P. Eells Award for Excellence in Evaluation & Research is designed to honor programs in which camp professionals conduct or apply meaningful, quality research or evaluation to...

https://www.acacamps.org/ohio/awards

In 1997, the American Camping Association, Ohio Board established a means of paying tribute to those who make an extraordinary contribution to the advancement of the camp movement in the State of...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-december-17-2024-work-summer-camp-or-take-internship

In this issue: New Project Real Job blog about one camp's experience creating a professional network to support staff in their careers. Character at Camp grant review volunteer...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/work-summer-camp-or-take-internship-staff-shouldnt-have-choose

Learn how one camp helps their staff thrive through an alumni and professional network.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/extreme-heat-preventing-identifying-heat-related-illness

In extreme temperatures and humidity, it is important to train staff on the dangers of heat-related illnesses, signs of heat-related illnesses, and appropriate preventative measures.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/planting-seeds-inclusion-practical-strategies-inclusive-mentoring-camps

“A society grows great when elders plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit.” — Greek Proverb. Growing up, my family always said it takes a village to raise a child, and it most definitely...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/crisis-communications-tool-kit

Unfortunately, a crisis can occur at anytime and can affect any camp at any location. It is for that reason that you should prepare for a crisis before it happens.

https://www.acacamps.org/parents-families/planning-camp/coping-homesickness-camp

The prescription for homesickness at summer camp is a simple solution of preparation and patience.