AmeriCamp Blogs
Stories, Tips & Camp Adventures
Your go-to guide for summer camp life in the USA, cultural insights, and travel inspiration from the AmeriCamp community.

Day #36 of #80DaysUntilCamp: Columbus, Ohio
Countdown to camp: discover Columbus, Ohio — home of the Horseshoe stadium and Ohio State pride. Big-ten energy for your post-camp trip.

Day #37 of #80DaysUntilCamp: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Countdown to camp: explore Oklahoma City — cowboy culture, memorials, and midwestern warmth for your post-camp travels across the USA.

#38 Days Until Camp: Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
Countdown to camp: explore Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota — bison, badlands, and campfire history for your post-camp US road trip.

#40 Days Until Camp: Charleston, West Virginia
Countdown to camp: explore Charleston, West Virginia — state museums, riverside walks, and Appalachian culture for your post-camp US adventure.

#41 Days Until Camp: Princeton, New Jersey
Countdown to camp: visit Princeton, New Jersey — Ivy League campus tours, historic streets, and easy NYC day trips for your post-camp travels.

#42 Days Until Camp: Jacksonville, Florida
Countdown to camp: soak up Jacksonville, Florida — beaches, sunshine, and big-city energy in the US's fifth-largest city. Post-camp travel inspo.

#44 Days Until Camp: San Jose, California
Countdown to camp: explore San Jose, California — from the Winchester Mystery House to Silicon Valley sights. Post-camp travel ideas from AmeriCamp.

#45 Days Until Camp: Boulder, Colorado
Countdown to camp: discover Boulder, Colorado — a modern mountain town at the base of the Rockies. Hiking, food, and views for your post-camp trip.

#46 Days Until Camp: Franklin, Tennessee
Countdown to camp: visit Franklin, Tennessee — music, festivals, and Civil War history just 21 miles from Nashville. Post-camp travel inspiration.

#47 Days Until Camp: New Orleans, Louisiana
Countdown to camp: experience New Orleans, Louisiana — jazz, beignets, and the French Quarter. Kick off your post-camp US travels with AmeriCamp.

This Super Bowl Sunday, Never Underestimate the Bite of An Underdog…
Super Bowl Sunday explained for Brits — underdogs, halftime shows, and why America's biggest game is worth staying up for.

AmeriCamp Costs
AmeriCamp costs explained — a clear breakdown of programme fees, what's included, and how you'll earn a minimum of $2,250 at a US summer camp.

American Summer Camps
What makes American summer camps special? The history, traditions, and magic of camp life in the USA — and how you can be part of it.

Summer camp in America events
Summer camp in America events — camp fairs, orientations, and key dates to prepare you for a summer working at a US camp.

AmeriCamp’s Five Fascinating New York Facts
Five fascinating New York facts from AmeriCamp — surprising trivia about the city that never sleeps, perfect prep for your first NYC visit.

Our Top 10 American Christmas Facts!
Our top 10 American Christmas facts — how the USA shaped modern Christmas, from Coca-Cola Santa to festive traditions Brits never knew.

Zoe’s Tips for Stage Two!
Zoe's tips for stage two of your AmeriCamp application — references, videos, and how to sail through to camp placement.

Outdoor adventure (OA) specialist
What it's like being an Outdoor Adventure specialist at US summer camp — bug bites, snakes, and why it's absolutely worth it.

Top 10 haunted places to visit in the USA
The top 10 haunted places in the USA — ghost tours, eerie hotels, and chilling stories for anyone brave enough to explore America's dark side.

Happy Independence Day, America!
Happy Independence Day! The story of July 4th — how America celebrates its biggest holiday and what camp counsellors can expect on the day.

Deadliest animals in USA
The deadliest animals in the USA — what camp counsellors should know about American wildlife, from snakes to bears (and why not to worry).























