Download or read book Camp Standards with Interpretations for the Accreditation of Organized Camps written by American Camping Association and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The American Camping Association's (ACA) Camp Standards Program assists camp administrators in providing a quality camp experience and assists the public in selecting camps that meet standards accepted by the industry and recognized by the government. ACA Camp Standards represent desirable practices basic to quality programs. Accredited camps and approved sites have voluntarily invited ACA-trained teams to verify their compliance with the Standards in all operational areas. Core standards cover site, administration, personnel, program, and health care, while selected program standards apply to aquatic activities, trip-camping, horseback riding, and travel activities. Each standard is in the form of a yes/no question, accompanied by an interpretation of terminology and intent, and information on additional resources. The document includes a glossary and describes the ACA, Standards content, history of Standards development, and procedures for accreditation and reaccreditation. Appendices contain sample checklists and agreement forms, health and medical forms, plans, objectives and implementation outlines, and information concerning lifeguarding ratios, foreign equivalents of aquatic certifications, and the physical soundness of riding horses. The accompanying "Basic Standards Course Participant Workbook" can serve as a study guide for camp directors seeking accreditation. (SV)