There are approximately 8000 camps in the U.S., & this is the only complete listing of the 2,000 camps which have earned American Camping Association accreditation by meeting over 300 standards that apply to health, safety, program quality & operating practices. The Guide, published annually, features special indexes that allow a parent to find a camp by activity, special need, special group or location. The American Camping Association has been setting standards for camps since 1935 & has been accrediting camps since 1965. It is the recognized voice of camps in the United States. This directory will play a prominent part in an intensive public relations campaign to promote the camping experience beginning in February 1997. The campaign includes a satellite media tour featuring members of RADD (Recording Artists Against Drunk Driving) Kids - a group of child celebrities who speak out for safe causes. Buyers can order the book directly from American Camping Association, Inc., 5000 State Road 67 North, Martinsville, IN 46151-7902, 800-428-2267, or from Independent Publishers Group, (800) 888-4741. Look for the 1998-99 edition coming in January 1998.