American Camp Association

ACA serves the interests of niche communities of camp professionals. Take a look at some of the upcoming kindred and affinity group events happening in September and October. https://bit.ly/4fPI5XX

Make sure to register before October 1 for the best rate on this year's virtual Staffing Summit, October 28–30. Learn more about our dynamic keynotes and then get yourself registered. https://bit.ly/3yPT4jt

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 2025 ACA National Conference in Dallas. Check out the video to learn more and submit your nominations by October 26, 2024. https://bit.ly/3AsYQbo

We are accepting Staffing Summit session proposals through September 6! Join us in sharing practical solutions addressing the staffing shortage, innovative ways to recruit staff, and best practices for staff retention. Learn more and submit your proposal: https://bit.ly/4cnFlOC

CampWell is a skills-based training course that guides participants to identify, understand, cultivate, and create a community of well-being. We have several upcoming CampWell training cohorts at regional ACA events. Visit the CampWell web page to learn more and find a training near you. https://bit.ly/3WC4orm

This Camping Magazine article discusses why day camps would benefit from hiring staff outside their local areas. https://bit.ly/4fCdsFr

Did you take great photos at camp this summer? Enter your most eye-catching images into the 2025 Golden Lens Contest. You could win a $200 cash prize and a $500 ACA professional development gift card! Submissions are due November 10, 2024. https://bit.ly/3M118Rz

We are excited to announce that our keynote speakers for the 2024 Staffing Summit are Jill Lyons, Patrice Buckner-Jackson, EdD, and Leah Mesches, MSW. Check out the event page to learn more about our dynamic keynotes, submit a speaker proposal, or register to attend the Staffing Summit on October 28–30. https://bit.ly/3M3ljOB

The #SummerForAllAct will make summer learning more accessible to all families by establishing $4 billion in grant programs to help community-based organizations and states expand access to summer learning programming. Join us in supporting this legislation! https://bit.ly/3WC901Y

Have you ever wondered how technology is transforming the traditional camp experience? https://bit.ly/3yt70zI