T herefore, we have provided information about the ACA, who has thousands of accredited camps to choose from. The ACA was founded in 1910 and is dedicated to the highest quality camp experience possible. The ACA has strict standards and a code of ethics that camp owners and managers must adhere to and is enforced through regular review visits of camp properties and programs. C ounselors interact personally with campers and lead instruction and activities. In most resident camps they live with campers in a cabin, tent, teepee or other shelter.
Counselors serve as role models, helping youngsters deal with life's daily challenges.
Often they teach activities such as arts and crafts, archery and swimming. They also plan skits, stunts, campouts, campfires, trips and banquets. T he ACA has five regions comprised of 32 local section offices throughout the country and their camp membership is 2,200 camps strong. By contacting one of these offices, they will be able to provide you with the information you need about camps in those regions.