My first ACA national conference was in 2007, in Austin, Texas. What an incredible experience! Around 1,000 camp professionals congregated in the same place to talk about what we love. There were interesting keynote speakers, energizing education sessions, and so much more. I walked away with new friends, new ideas, and renewed energy and excitement. Here’s just a sample of things that the 2012 ACA National Conference in Atlanta will have to offer . . .

Michele Rothstein is a program director at Camp Sunshine in Atlanta, Georgia, and is on the planning team for the 2012 ACA National Conference. She has worked in the camp field for over fifteen years. You can contact her at Michele@mycampsunshine.com.