ACA, Heart of the South Fall Gathering
Date
Location
Columbiana, AL 35051
Cost
See Below for Pricing Information!
CECs
4.25Save the date for the Heart of the South Fall Gathering at Alabama 4-H Center. Don't miss out on this two-day event of top-notch professional development and networking. A variety of educational opportunities will be offered.
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Early Bird registration is available through October 15th, 2024
- Registration includes conference program. Register for lodging and meal packages separately. Please select your options during registration (step 4).
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Type | Early-Bird | Regular |
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Member | $115 | $130 |
Non-Member |
$135 |
$150 |
Additional person from same organization |
$90/Member $100/Non-Member |
$105/Member $125/Non-Member |
Retiree / Student / Speaker
|
$80 |
$95
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Lodging & Meal Packages will be available at Alabama 4-H. Lodging and Meal Packages are an option to add on in step 4 of your event registration. Please let Erin Flores, eflores@ACAcamps.org, know of any dietary restrictions by Nov. 1st.
*Linens included in Lodging *Meals include, Dinner on 13th, Breakfast and Lunch on 14th |
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Hotel-Style (Single) Lodging & Meal Package | $210 |
Hotel-Style (Double) Lodging & Meal Package | $160/person |
Meal Package Only $45
Gathering Schedule
Wednesday, November 13th
- 1:00-2:30pm: Registration & Check-in
- 2:30-3:45pm: Welcome & Keynote
- 4:00-5:00pm: Educational Sessions I
- 5:15-6:15pm: Educational Sessions II
- 6:30-7:30pm: Dinner
- 8:00-9:00pm: Evening Social
Thursday, November 14th
- 8:00-8:45am: Breakfast
- 9:00-10:00am: Keynote
- 10:15-11:15am: Educational Sessions III
- 11:30-12:30pm: Round Table Discussions
- 12:30-1:15pm: Lunch
- 1:30-2:30pm: Educational Sessions IV
- 2:30-3:00pm: Closing & Raffle
Sessions Preview
Dr. Chad Nelson: Beyond the Handshake, Intentional Ice Breakers
Briana Mitchell: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Character Development
Kevin Pettigrew: Rise to Greatness! Unleashing Camp Staff Potential Through Multimedia Connections
Melissa Conner & Katie Jenkins: ACA Accreditation, Your Roadmap to Success
Kelie Cook: AMPP'ed UP on Conflict Resolution
Dr. Chad Nelson: Mission Possible, Applying the Five Elements of Developmental Relationships in Camp Leadership
Jimmie Rowan: C.A.M.P Champs, Teambuilding for Well-Being, Character and Growth
Tanner Cecil: Giant Group Games, Activities for Hundreds
Chris Rehs-Dupin is the founder of Transplaining for Camps and has found so much self-healing and joy in working with camps around the country on building belonging into their culture. With a patterned shirt collection bigger than a costume closet, Chris uses humor, storytelling, and a theater background to ignite people into action. Chris meets people where they are and educates with empathy, not shame. He brings seventeen years of combination day/overnight camp experience and a passion for helping others be their best selves and make their biggest impact. Through Transplaining for Camps, Chris has helped hundreds of camps create broader belonging for campers and staff.
Opening Keynote: Our Character: When No One Is Looking
Chris turned 40 this year, and realized even after all those years of being himself there were still questions that he held that he couldn't answer without deep solitude. So for 10 days in September, he moved into the woods, walked barefoot, reconnected with his country roots, danced alone at sunset, ditched social media, and found out who he was when no one was looking. Chris will share stories of his time away: what he learned about his character and how he wants to really exist in the world.
Closing Keynote: Belonging Has To Start With Community
Sometimes it feels like the world is just more angry than it used to be- in fact a 2019 poll done by Gallup showed that people worldwide are sadder, angrier and more fearful that ever before. Join Chris in this session where he will breakdown some of the causes for this trend as well as how we can work to change it. Rooted deeply in an understanding that connection is key, Chris will share stories of building community and belonging and challenge each of us to dig deeper and love louder
Alabama 4-H Center
Address:
892 Four H Rd.
Columbiana, AL 35051
Website:
Bring your stickers and camp swag for a fun exchange at the Fall Gathering! What a great way to get new ideas for summer 2025, get free stuff and represent another area camp/organization!
Sponsorship opportunities:
- $3,000 Title Sponsor*
- $2,000 Keynote sponsor*
- $1,500 Meal sponsor*
- $1,000 Session sponsor
- $500 Snack/Break sponsor
All sponsorships come with a table and logo recognition on signage at the event, and the events web page.
Sponsorships with an (*) also include two minutes to address the participants.
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring an ACA event will extend your brand identity and marketing capabilities. For questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Bruno.