ACA, Rocky Mountain Fall Conference
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Below you’ll find everything you need to join us—registration info, why this event is worth your time, and how to access scholarships.
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8.75Welcome to the Rocky Mountain Fall Conference!
November 11–13, 2025 | The Nature Place, Florissant, CO
Whether you’re decompressing after a whirlwind summer or planning for the year ahead, this regional gathering is your space to reconnect, recharge, and refocus.
At the Rocky Mountain Fall Conference, you’ll:
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Unpack the summer – Celebrate wins, reflect on challenges, and swap solutions with peers who truly get it.
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Plan for the off-season – Dive into collaborative sessions on marketing, staffing, risk management, programming, and more.
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Connect with your people – Build relationships, spark new ideas, and return home re-energized and supported.
This event is designed for camp professionals at all levels—directors, leadership staff, and anyone looking to grow in their role. Expect a dynamic keynote, relevant breakout sessions, an exhibit hall, and meaningful moments of connection in a beautiful mountain setting.
Pre-Conference Workshops | November 11 & 12
We’re excited to bring back the Rocky Mountain EPIC (Emerging Professionals in Camping) Pre-Conference! This free, half-day gathering is for newer camp leaders across all roles—a chance to connect, reflect, and build your community before the main event begins.
EPIC Pre-Conference:
🗓️ Wednesday, November 12
🕥 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Just before the Rocky Mountain Conference kickoff
Registration is free – we’d love to see you there! (Registration link coming soon.)
Stay tuned for more details on additional pre-conference offerings.
Register early to get the best deal! Early Bird pricing is the lowest available and includes lodging, meals, and all programming—it’s a true bargain. Prices increase beginning Tuesday, October 7th, so don't wait!
| Type | Early-Bird (Ends 10/7) | Standard (Ends 11/3) | Final Wave |
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| Member | $425 | $450 | $480 |
| Nonmember | $475 | $525 | $560 |
| Commuter Member | $325 | $325 | $325 |
| Commuter NonMember | $375 | $375 | $375 |
| 1-Day Commuter (M) | $185 | $185 | $185 |
| 1-Day Commuter (NM) | $225 | $225 | $225 |
| Speaker | $275 | $275 | $275 |
Standard registration includes shared lodging in double or triple-occupancy rooms. A limited number of single rooms are available upon request.
To inquire about single room availability, please contact Anne Izard at [email protected] or 765-349-3537.
Why Registration Costs Go Up
We encourage you to register early—not just to save money, but to help us plan the best possible event!
As we get closer to the conference, our team is busy finalizing meals, lodging, room setups, materials, and more. We’ve contracted with our host site in advance and must submit our final participant numbers well before the event begins. Late additions are always welcome when possible—but they add extra complexity during an already busy time.
Registering early helps us serve everyone better—and ensures you get the full experience without the scramble. Thanks for helping us make it all happen smoothly!
Not an ACA Member? Join today for FREE and get the best rates for this event!
This is a bargain—and we mean it. Your conference registration covers everything you need for a meaningful, refreshing, and fun professional development experience:
- 2 nights of lodging at The Nature Place—these aren’t just bunk beds! Think hotel-style comfort with a camp vibe.
- 6 delicious meals, starting with dinner on Wednesday and wrapping up with lunch on Friday.
- All educational content, including workshops, keynote presentations, TED-style talks, panels, and facilitated discussions.
- Access to the exhibit hall—meet vendors, explore new gear, and get outfitted for the year ahead!
- Evening socials & networking time—because great conversations happen after hours too.
- Connection, reflection, and inspiration alongside incredible camp professionals from across the region.
For the cost, it’s one of the best professional development investments you can make all year. You’ll head home recharged, reconnected, and ready to lead with fresh energy.
Let this be your fall reset—you’ve earned it.
Schedule to Come! Here is 2024 for reference.
All Events in Mountain Time
Wednesday, November 12
- 10:30 a.m.--1:30 p.m.--EPIC Pre-Conference
- 1:00 p.m.--2:00 p.m.--Registration Open
- 2:00 p.m.--3:30 p.m.-- Opening Keynote
- 3:45 p.m.--5:15 p.m.--Open Space Planning
- 5:15 p.m.--6:30 p.m.--Social and Networking
- 6:30 p.m.--Dinner
- 7:45 p.m.--Coffee House Social, Dessert, and Thunderball
Thursday, November 13
- 7:30 a.m.--8:30 a.m.--Breakfast
- 9:00 a.m.--10:15 a.m.--Breakout 1
- 10:30 a.m.--11:45 a.m.--Breakout 2
- 11:45 a.m.--1:15 p.m.--Lunch and Business Meeting
- 1:30 p.m.--2:45 p.m.--Breakout 3
- 3:00 p.m.--4:15 p.m.--Breakout 4
- 4:30 p.m.--7:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall and Dinner with Exhibitors
- 7:00 p.m.--9:00 p.m.--Fall Conference Fun
Friday, November 14
- 7:30 a.m.--8:30 a.m.--Breakfast
- 9:00 a.m.--10:15 a.m.--Breakout 5
- 10:30 a.m.--12:00 p.m.--Closing Keynote
- 12:15 p.m.--Lunch & Departure
We’re excited to be launching our inaugural Rocky Mountain EPIC (emerging professionals in camping) preconference! This is a chance to connect with other folks new to camping leadership regardless of your position.
This preconference will be on Wednesday, November 13, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm, prior to the Rocky Mountain keynote kick off! Registration is free. Learn more and register here.
The Nature Place is a year-round conference facility and educational center located one hour west of Colorado Springs, Colorado. It offers a unique combination of modern facilities amid the splendor of pine and aspen forests. Housing will be in studio apartments, each with a fireplace, sitting area, work station with wireless internet, and full bath.
The exhibit hall date is Thursday November 14, 2024, 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Social time and Exhibit Hall with host bar and snacks followed by dinner with exhibitors.
Exhibitors can begin setup at 3:30 p.m. and tear down is 7:30 p.m.
Booth cost: Member $350 / non-member $900
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 logo recognition on signage at the event, and on the events web page.
Sponsorships with an (*) also include a booth and two- minutes to address the participants.
For questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Fitzgerald.
Thanks to our sponsors!
