About Us
Preserving, Promoting and Enhancing the Summer Camp Experience for All
The American Camp Association, NY and NJ (ACA, NY & NJ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the summer camp experience. We are an association of a diverse range of organizations, including nonprofit and private camps, day and overnight camps, religiously affiliated camps, programs serving people with special needs, specialty camps, youth development organizations, and independent and private school programs.
Our organization primarily focuses on these four areas:
Camper Placement Service
Families and caregivers looking for a summer camp can search our Find-A-Camp website for Accredited summer camps based on location, activities, session length, cost, and more. They can also contact our Director of Camper Placement Renee Flax for free, personalized guidance in finding the right camp for their child. We also offer an opportunity for those looking to work at camp to find a day or overnight camp hiring.
Professional Development
We are the premier source for camp professionals looking to learn, network, and stay current on the latest happening in the camp industry. Our organization offers numerous conferences, webinars and networking opportunities throughout the year and runs the Tri-State CAMP Conference, which is the largest summer camp conference in the world.
Advocacy
We support our member camps legislatively, at both the local and state levels, from Maine to Pennsylvania. We help advocate for the issues that matter most to our member camps. We work tirelessly to ensure the best interests of our members are being represented.
Membership
When you become a member of ACA, NY and NJ, you are opening the door to invaluable benefits that support both your camp program and you as a camp professional. From networking opportunities to educational events to one-on-one support from our staff, your membership will serve as one of your greatest professional assets.
Meet the Staff
We believe our staff is the backbone of this organization and what makes your experience with us so distinctive. With a combined 90+ years of experience, we offer our members a personalized, boutique service for all your camp needs.
Find-A-Camp
Search our Find-A-Camp database to find the right Accredited day, overnight or specialty camp for your child. You can search by type of camp, activities offered, session length, cost and more! At any point in your search, you can contact our Camper Placement Specialist for one-on-one free advice in finding your child’s summer home.
Work at Camp
There is no better summer job than working at camp! When you work at a summer camp, you can make a difference in a child’s life, gain important work skills transferable to any future career, work outdoors all summer, and make friends that will last a lifetime. If you are searching for your dream summer job, look no further!
PR Inquiries
Are you interested in doing a story on summer camp and speaking with a spokesperson from the American Camp Association, NY and NJ or with a camp director? We are happy to help with all your media needs.