This book outlines standards that provide a basis for camp accreditation and site approval by the American Camping Association (ACA), Inc. The purpose of the ACA accreditation programs is to educate camp owners and directors in the administration of key aspects of camp operation, particularly those related to program quality and the health and safety of campers and staff. ACA accreditation is voluntary and focuses on standards that go beyond the minimum requirements of licensing. An introduction overviews eligibility requirements; program administration; and content, history and development, and format of the standards. Standards cover the following areas: (1) site, including fire protection, food service, sleeping quarters, and bathing and toilet facilities; (2) administration, including procedures for overall site safety, child protection, and administrative concerns; (3) transportation procedures concerning drivers, vehicles, and traffic on-site; (4) personnel, including staff qualifications, training, and supervision ratios and procedures; (5) program, including activity leadership qualifications, safety regulations, facility and equipment requirements, and procedures for conducting program activities; (6) health care, including staff qualifications, procedures, facility requirements, record-keeping, and health information requirements; and (7) activity requirements for aquatic programs, trip or travel camping programs, and horseback riding programs. The guide also includes a glossary; a form for self-assessment of additional professional practices; and sample forms, checklists, and outlines of materials to be included in various documents. (LP)