https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-june-11-2024-compensating-camp-staff-staffing-summit-call-presenters

In this issue: a blog discussing key issues regarding the compensation of camp staff, session proposals for the Staffing Summit, a blog post on camp aquatic safety, and more....

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/sponsored/step-step-crucial-role-walkthroughs-camp-aquatic-safety

“Camp aquatic safety cannot solely be the responsibility of the lifeguards.” —Teresa Tucker, Consultant for The Redwoods Group  As leaders in your camp, your presence matters....

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/camp-spiritual-development

What are your earliest transcendent memories as a child? For me, they were in the woods or on the trail at camp with my counselors and cabin group. Sitting around the campfire feeling the warmth of...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-june-4-2024-economic-impact-study-final-report

In this issue: The National Economic Impact Study final report, CampWire podcast on the summer camp economy, NASA blog, and more....

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/assessing-youth-autism-spectrum-disorders-their-fit-camp

One of the best experiences for a child is that of being a camper. The opportunity to be in a child-centered environment, a setting that uses Mother Nature to help deliver a program resulting in...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/exciting-new-findings-highlight-summer-camps-role-us-economy

University of Michigan and the American Camp Association identify the positive economic impact of summer camps nationwide.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/national-economic-impact-study-camp-industry

This groundbreaking report includes economic impact analyses for the United States and each of the fifty states.

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/camp-or-college-families-face-hobsons-choice

In the long run up to high school graduation, many camp families may face a Hobson’s choice of camp or college, as it may not really be viewed as a choice at all. And truth be told, that may turn out...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/magazine/contributors-guidelines-camping-magazine

Camping Magazine is your primary source for the most recent trends in the camp industry — the latest research in the field of youth development, critical management tools, and...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/lighting-night-sky-camps-auroras

Did you see the Northern lights at your camp this spring?