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2010 September/October Camping Magazine Magazine 08/26/2010

The Educational Value of Camp


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Being an ACA Member Pays: Check out Special Pricing from 150 Popular Retailers 08/16/2010

One of the latest ACA individual member benefits is special pricing from over 150 of the world's most popular retailers — on everything from shoes to food. Discounts are available from Target, Hertz, Foot Locker, Costco, Best Buy, Restaurant.com, Office Depot, the Apple Store, AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, Walmart, JC Penny, Netflix, Adidas, Eddie Bauer, Anne Taylor, J.

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Promoting SUCCESS Act Introduced in House 08/02/2010

The American Camp Association® Supports Landmark Legislation to Provide Children With Positive Summer Camp Experiences

Indianapolis, IN (August 2, 2010) — On Thursday, July 29 Rep. Carolyn McCarthy (NY) introduced HR 5963 — Promoting Students Using the Camp Community for Enrichment, Strength, and Success, also known as the Promoting SUCCESS Act, in the House of Representatives.


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AP Article: Malia’s Latest Adventure Is Camp 07/30/2010

On July 15, 2010, President Obama announced that his oldest daughter, Malia, would be spending part of her summer at camp. This is a wonderful  affirmation  that the camp experience is an important learning environment that complements a young person's positive growth and development. The camp community has been celebrating summer learning for 150 years.


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An American Tradition — Camp 07/26/2010

Millions of Children Nationwide Become Part of History

Indianapolis, IN (July 26, 2010) — This week, President and Mrs. Obama’s daughter becomes part of an American tradition — camp. For 150 years, millions of children have learned life lessons and made lasting memories in a positive, supportive camp environment. This year, over 10 million children and youth will attend camp nationwide. 


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House Passes Child Protection Improvements Act 07/22/2010

HR 1469 Provides Access to Fingerprint-Based FBI Background Checks for Youth-Serving Organizations

Indianapolis, IN (July 22, 2010) — Today, the House of Representatives passed a historical, bipartisan bill aimed at protecting our nation’s children. Passed with overwhelming support (412 – 4), HR 1469, The Child Protection Improvements Act, expands and makes permanent a background check pilot program created in the PROTECT Act of 2004.


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So Much to Do — At Camp, the Opportunities are Unlimited 07/21/2010

Indianapolis, IN (July 21, 2010) — As President and Mrs. Obama send their daughter to summer camp, they may be wondering what activities will fill her day. Depending on interests and camp offerings, a day at camp can vary greatly — including so many exciting experiences and opportunities to learn something new. Every summer, happy campers return home after their time at camp with new found skills, greater confidence, and a sense of community that can only be found at camp.


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Camp is For All Children — Including the President’s 07/19/2010

Malia Obama to Join 10 Million Children Attending Camp Nationwide

Indianapolis, IN (July 19, 2010) – The American Camp Association® (ACA) is excited to learn that First Daughter Malia will be attending camp for four weeks this summer. In an interview last week, the President announced that his oldest daughter would be joining the millions of children who attend camp each summer.


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2010 July/August Camping Magazine 06/30/2010


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New Business Partner Announcements 06/29/2010

American Camp Association has partnered with BZ Emergency Training a full service emergency company. Get your AED's through this partnership for only $849.99! This partnership will offer ACA camps advanced life-saving equipment and training at the absolute lowest prices available. Learn More.


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