https://www.acacamps.org/kindred-groups/association-independent-camps

Independent camps have been leaders in the camp industry since the inception of that great American tradition — the camp experience. Since 1954, the private camp committee, under the chairmanship of...

https://www.acacamps.org/my-visits-v-2019

Features The following functions are available for use through the “My Visits” site: Ability to convey your availability as a visitor to your local office...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/acas-best-resources-girl-scout-councils

Did You Know? The American Camp Association (ACA) has an array of products and services that can support the development of your local volunteers running outdoor programs to your CEOs. In...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/being-mentor

Two of my professional mentors recently passed away after horrific battles with cancer. Their funerals gave me pause to reflect on the deeply profound impact they each had on who I am today, both...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/aca-logos-language

You may be eligible to use one of the logos of the American Camp Association. ACA logos are carefully protected by trademark laws – logos are not to be altered in any way, except for size....

https://www.acacamps.org/article/campline/three-new-mandatory-standards-2019

After thorough discussion and review, the ACA National Standards Commission felt it appropriate to change the status of two current accreditation standards to "mandatory" status and add a mandatory...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/criminal-background-checks-issues-resources-camps

ACA believes that camps should utilize multifaceted screening and hiring programs and support practices appropriate to the clientele, staffing, supervision, and program consideration of each camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/why-we-choose-be-aca-accredited-what-it-takes

The directors and staff of Geneva Glen Camp (Indian Hills, Colorado), have always approached the triennial ACA visit anticipating a very upbeat and affirming experience! Our...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/ross-november-2016

I am pleased to introduce myself as the new chairperson for the Board of Directors of the American Camp Association. My name is Ross Turner and I have been an ACA member since 1983. For me, a...

https://www.acacamps.org/camp-news-parents

Check out these recent articles on tips for choosing a camp:...