This revised edition of a 1961 publication outlines the steps involved in establishing a new day camp, and presents guidelines for day camp operation. Four chapters cover: (1) preliminary decisions and planning for a new camp; (2) site selection, legal and regulatory considerations, and property management; (3) deciding on buildings and equipment suited to the program; and (4) soliciting prospective campers, camper enrollment, and pre-camp mailings. Chapters on administrative details discuss public relations and parent contacts, administrative records and reports, financial management, insurance, transportation planning, health and safety requirements, food regulations and mealtime atmosphere, staff recruitment and hiring, staff training and supervision, and discipline. The final section offers help to directors and counselors in understanding the needs of campers and in using programs to meet those needs. It includes elements of a good day camp program, benefits of the spontaneous child-generated program, daily routines, arts and crafts, using natural resources, campcraft and overnights, athletics, music, counselors'"tricks" for group management, assembly activities, and rainy day activities. An appendix describes the standards and accreditation procedures of the American Camping Association. (SV)