ACA, Southeastern Fall Camp Conference
Date
Location
Melbourne, FL 32901

Cost
See pricing details below
CECs
7.00Please join us for the 2023 Southeastern Fall Camp Conference! This year we are heading to the space coast, and our conference will be held in Melbourne, Florida. You won't want to miss out on first-rate professional development, great networking opportunities, and sunshine!
Call for Proposals
The Conference Program Committees are 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. Submit a proposal today! Deadline to submit is August 25,2023
Registration coming soon!
Full Conference Registration — Includes opening keynote on Tuesday, October 24 through closing keynote on Thursday, October 26, as well as exhibit halls, socials, luncheon, and networking events.
Not an ACA Member? Join today for FREE and get the best rates for this event!
Type | Early-Bird | Regular |
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1st Person Member | $270 | $320 |
1st Person Nonmember | $325 | $375 |
Each Additional person from SAME camp - Full Conference Member | $250 | $305 |
Each Additional person from SAME camp - Full Conference Nonmember | $310 | $320 |
Student/ Retiree Member | $95 | $95 |
Student/ Retiree Nonmember | $145 | $145 |
Commuter - Wednesday ONLY Member | $160 | $160 |
Commuter - Wednesday ONLY Nonmember | $215 | $215 |
Need a hard copy of registration; email kschaefer@ACAcamps.org
Information coming soon!
We are excited to be at the Hilton Melbourne. Located less than a mile from Orlando Melbourne Airport, near US Route 1. Work out in the fitness center, have a relaxing swim in the outdoor swimming pool, and recharge after a long summer camp season.

Room Reservation Includes:
- Check-in is 4pm & Check-out is 12 pm
ACA Room Rates:
- $149 Single/Double plus applicable sale & room tax
Reserve your room by October 2, 2023
Schedule at a Glance
Tuesday:
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12:30. – 3:00 p.m. - Registration Open
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2:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. - New Comer's Orientation
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3:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. - Opening Keynote Session
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4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - State Meetings
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6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Network and Conference Social Reception
Wednesday:
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9:00 a.m. -10:15 a.m. - Educational Breakout Session (5 sessions)
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10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. - Exhibit Hall & Coffee Break
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10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Educational Breakout Session (5 sessions)
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Luncheon
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1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. - Exhibit Hall
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1:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Educational Breakout Session (5 sessions)
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3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. - Exhibit Hall & Snack Break
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4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. - Educational Breakout Session (5 sessions)
Thursday:
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9:00-10:00. - Educational Breakout Session (4 sessions)
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9:00-9:30- Micro Session 1 (2 sessions)
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9:45-10:15: Micro Session 2 (2 sessions)
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10:30-11:30: Closing Keynote
New Director Orientation
New Director Orientation (NDO)
NDO is an interactive course that includes activities, lectures, and discussions in a group problem-solving environment designed to address real-life situations at camp. This course covers five critical areas to help directors and supervisors develop the skills they need to be effective leaders. The core areas covered include:
- leadership and supervision
- camper and staff development and behavior
- staff training
- risk management
- evaluation and assessment
In addition to building skills, this curriculum incorporates introspection, perspective-shifting, and awareness building. This course has been influenced by years of iteration, internal and external research, and feedback from new directors. NDO is designed to be offered at the local or regional level by interested ACA volunteers. Completion of this training results in seven continuing education credits (CECs) for ACA members.
More information coming soon!
Booth Pricing:
- $675 member
- $1,055 non-member - Save money and join as a business affiliate.
Your Booth Includes:
- Two representative badges ($50 for each extra badge). You can attend conference sessions with your badge.
- Skirted 6’ x 30” table
- 2 chairs
- wastebasket
- power by request (no fee)
- WI-FI
- Lunch for booth personnel
Certificate of Liability Insurance is required to exhibit.
Exhibit Schedule:
- Set-up: Wednesday, October 25, from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
- Your booth location will be assigned upon arrival
- Tear Down: Wednesday, October 25, from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sponsorships:
- Title Sponsor - $4,000
- Keynote Sponsor - $3,000
- Session Sponsor - $1,500
- Snack/break Sponsor - $800
Contact Kim Fitzgerald for exhibitor questions and sponsorship packages and details.