American Camp Association

Saturday, September 14 is International Observe the Moon Night! You and your campers are invited to observe the moon, learn about the moon, and honor the cultural and personal connections we have to the moon — with NASA and lunar enthusiasts around the world.

Share your photos from the summer! You could win a $200 cash prize, a $500 ACA professional development gift card, acknowledgement in Camping Magazine, and more! Learn more about the 2025 Golden Lens Contest and enter by November 10. (Photo: Camp Skylemar) https://bit.ly/3MoK0p6

TOMORROW is the last day to submit session proposals for the 2024 Staffing Summit! Learn more and submit your proposal: https://bit.ly/4cnFlOC

Registration is now open for the 2025 ACA National Conference, which is scheduled for February 18–21 in Dallas, Texas. Register by December 16 to take advantage of early bird discounts. Don't miss this great opportunity to save! ACA is also still accepting session proposals until September 16. https://bit.ly/47h6YYS

CampWell is a skills-based training course that guides participants to identify, understand, cultivate, and create a community of well-being. Find upcoming CampWell training cohorts at regional ACA events near you. https://bit.ly/3Z1mnKL

Happy Labor Day from the American Camp Association!

The 2025 ACA National Conference will be held at the Hilton Anatole. Discounted hotel rates are available on a first-come, first-served basis through January 22, 2025. The special reservation site is now open. https://bit.ly/4cCMLh2

Check out all the exciting offerings that ACA has scheduled this fall and next year.?You’ll hear from industry leaders, connect with like-minded professionals, and grow as an individual. https://bit.ly/4cMXjtY

The National Board of the American Camp Association is seeking candidates to fill a limited number of member‐at‐large positions for the 2025 class and beyond as skills and needs of the board align. The deadline to apply is September 27. https://bit.ly/4dXIFRI

Enter The 2025 Golden Lens Contest! Submit your photos for a chance to win: A $200 cash prize + a $500 ACA professional development gift card, acknowledgement in Camping Magazine, recognition at the ACA National Conference, and more! Deadline for submissions is November 10, 2024. https://bit.ly/3AHGKT7