ACA, Ohio Camp Conference
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Please join us for the 2025 Ohio Camp Conference! The Ohio Camp Conference, located at the Ohio 4-H Center at Ohio State University, is a one-day event for camp professionals. The day will feature breakout sessions covering topics such as camp administration, programming, latest trends, and risk management, and more! Attendees have the opportunity for professional development and networking with peers and experts. Additionally, there is an exhibit hall showcasing products and services for camps.
Call for Proposals
The Conference Program Committee is accepting proposals for innovative and dynamic sessions that help to support the conference mission: create a community of camp professionals to educate, inspire, and prepare them to provide a high-quality camp experience for their staff and campers.
Learn More & Submit a Session!
Awards
Ohio Awards - Each year during the Ohio Camp Conference, the Local Council of Leaders presents six awards, which recognize individuals and programs for the impactful work they are doing throughout Ohio and nationally. Consider nominating a colleague or friend today. Information coming soon!
Registration Information Coming soon!
- Registration includes full day of professional development, networking and luncheon.
- Not an ACA Member? Join today for FREE and get the best rates for this event!
| Type | Early-Bird | Regular |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Person Member | $125 | $165 |
| 1st Person Nonmember | $175 | $195 |
| Additional person from SAME camp-Member | $110 | $150 |
| Additional person from SAME camp-Nonmember | $155 | $175 |
| Student/Retiree Member |
$95 |
$95 |
| Student/Retiree Nonmember | $100 | $100 |
Information Coming Soon!
More speakers and information to be announced soon!
Chris Rehs-Dupin, Founder of Transplaining for Camps and Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of TQAMP.
Chris Rehs-Dupin is the Founder of Transplaining for Camps, and Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of TQAMP. For the past 4 years, Chris has been working in training and internal policy work on behalf of 2SLGBTQIA+ young people and staff with a specific focus on summer camps and youth organizations- and has become one of the most established and prolific camp industry subject matter experts in this area. Chris has spoken at conferences from California to New Hampshire, and has trained thousands of direct service camp leaders to support campers of all genders and sexualities- with compassion and joy.Chris has 21 years of camp experience under his belt and has been at the forefront of building spaces of belonging at summer camps- especially for trans* young people. Besides working with camps, Chris loves gardening, building wooden art, women’s college basketball, and spontaneous dance parties with his wife, Amy and their two children, Hayden and Milo. You can read more about Chris’ background and experience here.
Tracey Gaslin PhD, CPNP, FNP-BC, CRNI, RN-BC
CEO, Alliance for Camp Health
Dr. Gaslin completed her PhD in Educational and Organizational Leadership and taught for 10 years specializing in pediatric development, service leadership, and research on gratitude. Dr. Gaslin publishes the majority of her work in the areas of pediatrics, camp nursing, behavioral health, and service leadership and has co-authored several texts. She currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer for the Alliance for Camp Health where she travels and trains individuals regarding health services and well-being of youth and young adults. She continues to be an active speaker, writer, and publisher representing the Leading Voice in Camp Health to promote hope and healing in youth serving programs across the US and Canada.
SITE INFORMATION
Our event will be taking place at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus, Ohio. The Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center is a facility for youth, adult volunteers, community organizations, and Ohio State University partners.
Our pre-conference and conference events will be taking place at the center.
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HOTEL INFORMATION
If you plan on spending the night in Columbus, check out the Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU . We have reserved a block of rooms at an ACA discounted rate.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Pre-Conference Schedule Coming Soon!
Thursday, January 16, 2025
9:00a.m.-9:30a.m.- Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:30a.m.-10:45a.m.- Welcome and Opening Session
10:45a.m.-11:00a.m.- Unopposed Exhibit Hall Time
11:00-12:00- Educational Breakout Session I
12:15 p.m.-1:30p.m.- Luncheon and Awards
1:30p.m.-1:45p.m.- Unopposed Exhibit Hall Time
1:45p.m.-2:45p.m.-Educational Breakout Session II
3:00p.m.-4:00p.m.-Educational Breakout Session III
4:00p.m.- Safe Travels!
Character Preconference Gathering - January 15, 2025
Wednesday: 9:00am-4:30pm
Workshop #1: 9:00am-12:00pm
Funding Character Development at Camp: Steps and Strategies for Successful Grant-Writing
The purpose of this workshop is to equip participants with the skills to successfully apply for grants to support their camp mission. With a specific focus on the Character at Camp grant program (opening January 2025), participants will learn the steps and skills necessary for applying for basic grants, including how to find grants, how to tell if they're aligned with your needs, components of a basic grant application, and what happens next if you do or do not receive a grant.
Workshop #2: 1:30-4:30pm
Character Development at Camp: What it is and How to Get There
The purpose of this workshop is to understand what character is (and what it's not!) from the perspective of science of learning & development. With this knowledge, participants will identify specific character development goals for their campers and staff and develop a road map for achieving those outcomes through staff training, program design, and parent and community engagement.
Just a note: These Character preconferences are free, but space is limited! Register Early! You will need to register for each session individually. Meals will not be provided but we will break for lunch.
The exhibit hall date is January 16, 2025
For questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Fitzgerald kfitzgerald@acacamps.org
Thanks to our sponsors!
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring an ACA event will extend your brand identity and marketing capabilities. For questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Fitzgerald.
