Events

Managing camper behavior is a common (and often emotional) challenge for staff; it can make or break the camp experience. Even with training and policies in place, staff may struggle [...]

In this class, Teambuilding Guru Dr. Jim Cain shares dozens of tips and tools to help you become a better facilitator. Taken from more than 50 years of working and [...]

This will be a conversational and engaging session about camp employment law and HR issues. As camp operators, we serve as the heads of HR for our organizations. Considering that [...]

Struggling to get your staff on board with inclusion? A key principle for successful disability inclusion is organizational commitment—every position on your camp team should play a role in ensuring [...]

Learn the triumphs and misadventures of starting and growing a camp... all without the blood, sweat, and tears! This fast-paced session shares practical, battle-tested lessons learned over two summers of [...]

From safety protocols to camper care, there is a lot to get through during your staff training week! But this is also your staff members' first experience with your camp, [...]

Every year dozens of Counselors from different backgrounds and experiences land in one place with just days to figure out how to work and thrive together. But today’s screen-heavy culture [...]

We don't have to love the business side of camp to know it matters. This session helps you decode what your financial reports are really saying, and why understanding them [...]

Emergencies can happen at any time, from severe weather and medical incidents to missing campers or active threats. In all these situations, planning is key, but it can often feel [...]

Stop filling your camp with groups that drain your staff and your budget. Join us for an honest look at how a few smart shifts can help you sell out [...]

Discover how you can elevate your day camp culture by allowing campers to self-select their daily activities and how to overcome barriers for implementation. This session will discuss how SummerCollab [...]

Join two of ACA's most recent Legends of Camping Award recipients as they share stories from their journeys, reflect on today's challenges, and inspire us with a vision for the [...]