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Learn the skills you need to succeed. Camping Magazine is your primary source for the most recent trends in the camp industry, the latest research in the field of youth development, critical management tools, and innovative programming ideas. September/October 2010 articles address education, research, history, 2020 Toolbox, and much more.

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Camp is just around the corner, and you’ve still got to pack! You might be a pro at packing for camp, but there are always a few things you might forget. That's why The Clorox Company is partnering with the ACA to bring you a simple list of great suggestions for what counselors and staff should make sure is on their packing list this summer. Take a look – it just might save you from leaving something really important off your list!

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Lasting Impressions
By Jim Parry

What we as camp staff are trying to do is make a lasting, positive impression. We want them to make friends with their bunk mates. We want them to remember the camp song. The camper should learn good habits, have good character, a sense of real companionship, and experience the value of hard work and play. Read More

ACA Resources
Camping Magazine has published many helpful articles on connecting children to nature and respect for the environment.

Take the Nature Pledge!
Start a checklist for green living and ways to include the outdoors in your camp. Encourage your campers and families to do the same when camp is over.