The 1986 American Camping Association (ACA) annual report reviews the year's achievements and outlines goals for the future. An introductory message from ACA President Jean McMullan notes successful fund raising to improve the association's national headquarters, passage of federal legislation exempting camps from paying federal unemployment compensation taxes on student employees, and 5% growth in ACA membership over the past 2 years. Liability insurance and child abuse issues are listed as problem areas. Association achievements include continued revision and wide use of ACA camp standards, certification of 2,172 individuals in various levels of the Outdoor Living Skills program, and publication of two new books. A summary of government relations activities discusses the association's work on liability insurance, use of public lands, the Take Pride in America theme developed by Secretary of the Interior Donald Hodel, and programs which provide camping opportunities for youngsters from low income homes. The 1986 fiscal year financial statement is presented and introduced by the news that, for the first time, the association has a total worth in excess of $649,000, a balance sheet over $2 million, and contributions totaling $408,576. Contributors, life members, Acorn Society members, and national board, committee, and staff members are listed. (JHZ)