Camp Moves Me, a movement offering children an invaluable camp experience, kicks-off Oct. 1, 2014.

Camp Moves Me has three goals: raise money to send children to camp, encourage physical activity, and create awareness about the value of camp. All money raised will fund scholarships given by the association’s Send a Child to Camp Fund. Anyone that believes in the value of camp is encouraged to participate.

Many stand to gain from these efforts: Children across the country will reap the benefits of connecting with nature. The cause of camp will benefit as we raise public awareness around this unique endeavor. And participants will benefit by getting active!

The campaign offers opportunities to actively participate or be a sponsor. Learn more at www.athlete.com/aca.

The cost to send a child to camp for one day is $35; $500 will provide for a weeklong camp adventure. A single camp experience can positively change a child’s life forever.

“Camp gets kids out in nature. Unplugged from the computer, the videogames, the cell phone, they gain an appreciation for the natural environment and discover the wisdom and fun it has to offer,” said Peg Smith, CEO American Camp Association.

ACA advocates for quality, developmental experiences for children, youth, and families and firmly believes every child deserves a camp experience. The association is working to increase the number of children served to 20 million by 2020 through its 20/20 Vision initiative.