American Camp Association

Prepare Your Child for an Independent, Fun-filled Overnight Camp Experience

One of the many joys of parenthood is helping children navigate new waters. And, while often these situations are met with hesitation, slight anxiety...

Summer Camp Is Even More Important for 2022 and Beyond

The pandemic has had a significant global impact, especially on those who will experience their long-term aftermath: children and adolescents. While processing this is...

Camp During a Pandemic

With schools closed and child care options at a minimum, parents and carers may be struggling to entertain their kids. With this in mind,...

Need a Mentor? Go to Camp! 

Mentors are critical to the development of children and youth. And these positive relationships with mentors are developed and encouraged each year at camp.   The...

Take Camp Skills to School 

Millions of parents chose camp for their child or teen because of the immense benefits of the experience. Not only does camp foster making...

Preparing for Camp 

Summer camp season is quickly approaching. If you’ve already taken the first step and registered your child for camp, it’s now time to start...

Babes in the Woods 

Sending your child to camp for the first time is a major milestone for most families — one that is often marked by excitement,...

A Camp for Every Budget 

Camp is a life-changing experience, and one that’s possible for every child at almost any budget. “While prices vary from camp to camp, 93...

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