ACA, Texoma EPIC- Youth Camping Professional Conference: A Gateway to Growth
Date
Location
Cost
Members $40
Nonmembers $60
Register is now closed.
Join early-career professionals in the youth camping field for two days of immersive workshops, networking, and hands-on learning at Texas A&M University. Whether you're looking to refine your presentation skills, improve staff development, or build university partnerships, this conference provides actionable tools to take your career and camp program to the next level.
This conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders, improve your professional skill set, and bring innovative ideas back to your camp.
A couple of details:
- Registration costs cover lunch on Wednesday and snacks and drinks at our evening social gathering.
- There is not a hotel block for this conference.
This event hosted by: Texas A&M Youth Engagement Office
Conference Presentation Preparation Workshop
Learn the ins and outs of submitting strong proposals to youth camping conferences, master public speaking techniques, and receive peer feedback to fine-tune your ideas. Perfect for anyone wanting to take the next step in presenting their work on a larger platform.
Intentional Staff Development Trainings
Discover strategies to create impactful and purposeful staff training sessions. This workshop will focus on aligning your training with camp values, ensuring your staff are equipped to make a meaningful impact on youth.
University Connections: Partnering with Local Institutions
Explore how to connect with universities to recruit seasonal staff, form research partnerships, and support innovative projects. The Texas A&M Youth Engagement Office will present opportunities for collaboration with one of the nation’s largest universities.
Social Hours: Pickleball and Fun
Unwind and build relationships with peers through friendly games of pickleball and relaxed social time. Enjoy this chance to connect in a casual, fun environment while building camaraderie.
- Camp Directors & Assistant Directors looking to grow professionally and develop stronger camp programming.
- Emerging Leaders in youth camps who want to enhance their leadership and presentation skills.
- Staff Trainers interested in designing more effective staff development programs.
- Anyone Passionate About Youth Camping who seeks to expand their network, learn new techniques, and foster university partnerships.
- Practical Workshops: Gain hands-on experience in developing presentation skills, planning staff trainings, and establishing partnerships with local universities.
- Peer Feedback: Participate in small group sessions to receive constructive feedback from fellow professionals on your presentation ideas and program development strategies.
- Networking Opportunities: Build lasting connections with other professionals in youth camping through structured workshops, social events, and interactive discussions.
- University Engagement: Get insights from Texas A&M University’s Youth Engagement Office on how to leverage resources and create mutually beneficial partnerships.
