ACA, Ohio Camp Conference
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Please join us for the 2024 Ohio Camp Conference! A variety of educational sessions, networking opportunities, an exhibit hall! Enjoy a time of inspiration, first-rate professional development, and fun at The Ohio 4-H Center at Ohio State in Columbus, OH.
Awards
Ohio Awards - Each year during the Ohio Camp Conference, the Local Council of Leaders presents six awards, which recognizes individuals and programs for the impactful work they are doing throughout the Ohio office and nationally. Consider nominating a colleague or friend today. Submit by December 11, 2023
Registration Information
- 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!
- Early Bird Deadline is December 18, 2023
| Type | Early-Bird | Regular |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Person Member | $120 | $170 |
| 1st Person Nonmember | $170 | $195 |
| Additional person from SAME camp-Member | $103 | $150 |
| Additional person from SAME camp-Nonmember | $155 | $175 |
| Student/Retiree |
$95 |
$100 |
Kat Shreve
Just minutes after the Shreve Family station wagon arrived at Camp Meadowlea in Bridgeport, WV Kat’s career path in camp began. Kat has worn several hats in the professional camp field as a Professional Girl Scout, an Executive with the YMCA, private camps, and, now, in the specialty medical camps space. As an active member of the ACA, Kat serves as an Accreditation Visitor and Instructor Trainer and a volunteer on the local level for several years with ACA Southeast and ACA Evergreen regions. Kat has spoken at several youth professional gatherings from camp professionals to recreation professionals to educators. She was on the writing team for two books, Creating Positive Youth Outcomes and Designing Quality Youth Program. Kat graduated from the Recreation & Leisure Studies program at the University of Georgia with a B.S. in Education. In 2007, Kat was honored as the University of Georgia College of Education Professional Alumni of the Year. ACA, Inc. awarded Kat the National Service Award celebrating her work volunteering for both multiple ACA regions and on the national level. She is a current chair of the ACA National Awards Committee and serves on the Editorial Advisory Committee as both a frequent contributor and reviewer of content of Camping Magazine. Kat is the Associate Executive Director of Camp Kudzu, a program serving the type 1 diabetes community in Georgia. And, most weekends you can find her cheering on her teenage son who is a travel baseball player.
Keynote: Have an Ace Up Your Sleeve- Building the RIGHT Camp Community from the start!
Hey, we are camp professionals... we all know that! In a room full of collective knowledge and wisdom, let's come together and collaborate to increase the odds of a powerful, energizing start to getting ready for our campers by putting a new spin on things and raising the stakes.
We will double down on breaking the ice and gathering together to share activities and narratives on improving staff training. You'll hit the jackpot with new, fresh ideas to bring back to your program. Be ready to move around and enjoy!
Coming in early? Join us for a social gathering at High Banks Co. on Wednesday evening. We will be meeting there at 6:30! ( just a note this is optional and food and drink will be on your own)
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.
View the Full Schedule with Sessions, Descriptions and Bios! - More details to come!
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course & Intentional Camp Communities: The Cornerstone of Exceptional Experiences with Trevor Dunlap & Matthew Broda
Coming in early? Join us for a social gathering at High Banks Co. on Wednesday evening. We will be meeting there at 6:30! ( just a note this is optional and food and drink will be on your own)
Thursday, January 18, 2024
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!
Intentional Camp Communities: The Cornerstone of Exceptional Experiences
Join us for a fun, hands-on, true-to-life pre-conference session, as we navigate the central tenant of cultivating, and nourishing, intentional camp communities. If your aim is to foster an environment where camp staff and counselors view themselves as part of a cohesive whole, rather than isolated units, then this session is your roadmap! With a blend of insights from publications like Teambuilding from the Toy Aisle and Crowd Words: Doing a lot with a Little, alongside proven activities, we aim to empower camp professionals with a robust toolkit to strengthen community ties among their camp staff.
Here’s What Awaits You:
- Community Building Strategies: Delve into proven methodologies tailored to camp settings that enhance staff cohesion and unity.
- Effective Communication: Understand the pivotal role communication plays in shaping a thriving camp culture.
- Team-Building Masterclass: Experience hands-on, impactful team-building activities that resonate with shared camp values.
- Cultivating Connections: Gain insights on fostering meaningful relationships, ensuring every staff member feels connected and integral.
- Empowerment & Growth: Explore frameworks that foster a sense of belonging, while also facilitating personal growth within your camp’s organizational structure.
By the session’s conclusion, participants will be well-equipped, confident, and prepared to shape environments wherein staff members are motivated, valued, and empowered to deliver unparalleled camp experiences for their attendees.
This session will be led by Trevor Dunlap & Matthew Broda.
Matthew Broda is an Associate Professor of adolescent and young adult education and chair of the Department of Education at The College of Wooster. His areas of expertise include instructional technology, curriculum design, and instructional methodologies, teacher leadership, experiential and adventure education, and professional development. He received his B.S. from Kent State University (1999), M.Ed. (2004) from Ashland University, and a Ph.D. (2007) from Kent State University. Prior to his work at the College, Matthew served as a K-12 curriculum and instruction specialist, and middle school science, social studies, and language arts teacher. Matthew has published and presented in numerous local, state, national and international venues on the use of experiential methodologies in teaching, learning, and student development. If you can't find him, chances are he and his wife Kristin, are out searching for the perfect stretch of gravel to ride.
Trevor Dunlap is a 1997 graduate of Wittenberg University with degrees in Elementary and Special Education. Trevor has published and presented in numerous local, state, and national venues on the use of experiential methodologies in building personal and organizational capacity. As Executive Director of Nuhop, Trevor is an innovative facilitator of experiential methodology who loves fostering creative environments where people can succeed through self-discovery and teamwork. His high energy and zeal creates a contagious atmosphere of transforming fun where people can develop a new appreciation of themselves and their peers. When not "working" Trevor can be found adventuring with his wife, Sarah, and their three amazing children - Ashton, Mattie, and Lydia.
This pre-conference course will begin at 9am and finish around 5pm. Lunch is not provided but there will be a break if you need to get lunch or please bring your own. This pre-conference course will be held at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center, Columbus, OH
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course
The Youth Mental Health First Aid Course is designed to teach individuals how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
This pre-conference course will begin at 9am and finish around 5pm. Lunch is not provided but there will be a break if you need to get lunch or please bring your own. This pre-conference course will be held at the Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center, Columbus, OH
The exhibit hall date is January 18, 2024
For questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Fitzgerald kfitzgerald@acacamps.org
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