The American Camp Association (ACA) is focused on guiding camp owners and their administration to provide superior camp conditions, especially regarding the quality of programs, and the health and safety of campers and staff. Every standard plays a vital role in guiding appropriate polices, practices, and procedures. “Earning and maintaining ACA-Accreditation takes time and commitment,” according to ACACamps.org. We …
A Fun Way for South Florida Teens to Earn Community Service Hours
Community service hours help teens fulfill certain high school requirements and embellish college resumes, all while teaching valuable life skills. Teens love our Teen Eco Experience, it allows them to accumulate community service hours and have a whole lot of fun! The program involves working alongside certified teachers and college students to help campers complete activities in a safe and …
7 Fun Fort Lauderdale Summer Activities For Kids: Keep Your Kids Entertained All Summer Long
Summer activities for kids in Fort Lauderdale are endless. From summer camps to interactive museums for kids and parks filled with gators, there are endless opportunities for some fun in the sun. The best part about the activities on this list is that they can be fun for parents too. With the heat of summer just around the corner, how …
How Much Time Should Kids Be Out In Florida’s Hot Sun?
Kids living in South Florida have a lot of exposure to the sun. Kids need enough sunlight to stay healthy but too much sunlight can cause heat stroke or sun damage. As a safe and reputable summer camp, sun safety is very important to us and we understand that every child has different levels of sun sensitivity that must be …
7 Important Safety Tips For Swimming With Kids
From constant supervision to preventing drain entrapment, here are some of the most important safety tips for swimming with kids in. In South Florida there are so many types of waters that kids go swimming in, from well-regulated swimming pools to less predictable ocean waters. Pools are the best learning environment for young swimmers. Any pool that children swim in …