Empowering camps to create quality experiences that build a world of belonging and growth. The American Camp Association® (ACA) is a national 501c3 nonprofit.
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Please join us for the ACA, Indiana Camp Summit on December 2 in Indianapolis. Enjoy this day long summit that features an education session, an inspiring afternoon workshop, and lots of opportunities to network.
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The secret to on-campus staff recruitment isn’t handing out flyers at a generic career fair — it’s moving from transactional hiring to intentional academic partnership.
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This Bullying Prevention Month, Sanford Harmony, an ACA educational partner, is sharing practical strategies to help reduce bullying through relationship-building and well-being strategies.
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Save the date for December 9 in Livonia, NY, for the Upstate New York Winter Gathering. Enjoy this day long gathering featuring a keynote speaker and breakout educational sessions.
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Last call on accepting session proposals for the ACA, Ohio Camp Conference! Learn more and submit today. And don't forget to mark your calendars for the ACA Ohio Camp Conference is coming to Columbus, Ohio on January 14, and you won't want to miss it! ow.ly/yJmT50ZVsRt
Young Minds Inspired is partnering with the American Camp Association to bring a growing collection of free educational activities to camp programs.
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Get Your 2027 National Conference merch now!
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Don't miss the early bird deadline for the Southeastern Fall Camp Conference!
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Do you know someone who is doing exemplary work in the camp field and/or for ACA? Nominate them for an ACA national award! Awards will be presented at the 2027 ACA National Conference in Louisville.
Submit nominations by October 26: ow.ly/9m6T50ZZqLL
Register today for the ACA Texoma Winter Conference in Hunt, TX, happening January 19-21, 2027! ow.ly/qexI50ZVsPu
Time is running out – register for the ACA CampForward conference today!
Join us for three days of professional development. Bring your team, build your network, and return with new ideas, practical solutions, and renewed inspiration.
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We make a lot of judgments in an interview — which is kind of the point. But what if we’re interpreting what we’re seeing through too narrow a lens?
This blog post discusses ways to make the interview process more inclusive.
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Through the Texas Children's Emergency Preparedness Hope Program — a partnership between the Texas Children's Hospital, Gulf 7 Pediatric Disaster Network, and ACA — all US camps are invited to join a free emergency preparedness learning collaborative. ow.ly/FOUW50ZSV9X
Join The Safety Navigator for a free training program that will share how camp leaders can strengthen emergency preparedness, risk management, and staff readiness using expert guidance and actionable safety strategies designed specifically for camps.
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We want to hear from you! How did this summer go for your camp, and what's on your mind now? Your responses will guide the resources, education, and support we provide.
Share your perspective in the Fall 2026 Trends and Issues Survey, open through Oct. 13. ow.ly/b6cy50ZSV6K
Keep a little camp close wherever the season takes you with cozy sweatshirts, long-sleeve tees, hats, coffee mugs, and more.
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Day camp community! We want to hear from you.
We are seeking speakers with great day camp content to present at the 2026 Day Camp Convention. Learn more and submit your proposal by October 14: ow.ly/UaZc50ZSlVX
Day camp community! We want to hear from you.
We are seeking speakers with great day camp content to present at the 2026 Day Camp Convention. Learn more and submit your proposal by October 14: ow.ly/NaGV50ZRb1M
The American Camp Association and the International Camping Fellowship are pleased to announce a renewed, three-year educational alliance to expand professional development, joint events, and shared resources for camp leaders worldwide.
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ACA is pleased to share the results of the 2025 CampCounts survey! CampCounts collects key data on camps, camp programs, campers, staffing, finances, and facilities. Learn more about what we found and how your camp can support future CampCounts surveys.
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