Day Camp Convention
Date
Location
Cost
Member: $100
Nonmember: $125
CECs
8.00Day Camp IS Camp!
Get ready to learn, grow, and connect with fellow day camp professionals at this can’t-miss virtual conference. Over two dynamic days, you’ll dive into inspiring keynotes, interactive educational sessions, and engaging roundtable discussions—all designed to spark new ideas and strengthen your camp community.
The event will be held virtually on Zoom, making it easy to join from anywhere. Plus, all sessions will be recorded and available to registrants for 30 days after the event—so you can revisit your favorite moments or catch up on anything you missed.
Come be part of the energy, the learning, and the fun—because Day Camp IS Camp!
*Early-Bird rates through November 3.
| Type | Early-Bird | Regular |
|---|---|---|
| Member | $75 | $100 |
| Nonmember | $100 | $125 |
| Student | $50 | $65 |
Kim Aycock, MST — Opening Keynote
Connections, Lasting Impact: The Power of Culture and Community at Day Camp
Kim equips emerging leaders with skills robots are unable to do. While blending the talents of a master teacher with the knowledge of a seasoned camp expert, she ignites learning for varying levels of camp pros worldwide through her interactive and innovative presentations.
Kim also speaks at regional/national conferences, contributes regularly to Camping Magazine, and serves as co-chair of ACA’s Staff Recruitment and Retention Committee/Staffing Summit.
Dan Weir & Eddie Norgard — Closing Keynote
Every Camp Counts: Why Day Camp Deserves a Seat at the Table
Dan has been developing day camps for over 20 years. With a Master's Degree specializing in youth development, Dan's work has been recognized for program and research excellence. He has volunteered in multiple capacities for the American Camp Association, American Camp Foundation, and the New York State Camp Directors Association. Known for taking on the challenges facing youth-serving organizations, Dan is the Co-Founder of Day Camp Community and Senior Consultant at Immersive1st.
Eddie serves as the District Executive Director for the YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth, overseeing all You Development programs across Fort Worth including 11+ day camps. Eddie has led both day and overnight camps, serving as a national advocate for youth development. Eddie's leadership experience spans all YMCA operations bringing a 360 degree view of opportunities and challenges in elevating day camp within the YMCA.
| Speaker | Educational Session |
|---|---|
| Kim Aycock & Jolly Corley | Culture in Action: Building a Staff Community That Shapes the Day Camp Experience |
| Liia Richmond & Samantha Rubenstein | Choice-Based Programming at Day Camp: Balancing Freedom and Structure |
| Katie Peterson & Michael Carmody | The Core Memory Confectionery |
| Tiffany Searles & Shira Woolf Cohen | Creating Camp Communities that Thrive: Integrating SEL into Everyday Routines |
| Dr. Anne Larson | Using Intentional Feedback and Reinforcement to Build Intentional Skills in Young People that Optimize Thriving |
| Erica Hruby, Jeffrey Leiken & Allison Miller | Coaching as a Leadership Tool: Inspiring Growth at Day Camp |
| Chris Rehs-Dupin | From Heat to Heart: Strategies for Responding to Angry Caregivers |
| Laurie Ehrlich | Choosing the Right Channel for the Right Message |
| Kelie Cook | The Magic of Summer Camp - Day Camp Edition |
| Bekah Carmichael | ACA Accreditation: Barriers and Benefits for Day Camps |
| Bo Mitchell | In Emergency Response, Great Plans Are a Smart Thing; Training Is Everything! |
| Tracey Gaslin & John Hamilton | MESH(+) - Health Screening 101: Consider the Transition of Care for Campers, Staff, and Caregivers |
| Dave Boyle | A Trauma Informed Approach to Behavior Management |
| AJ Woosley | From Brainstorm to Pen to Program: Creating Curricula with Purpose |
| Kendra Perkins | Bringing Policies to Life |
| Matt Cornish | Leading the Leaders: How Pre-Season Culture Shapes Summer Morale |
| Morgan Green | Keep the Fire Burning: Harnessing the Power of Awesome Volunteers at Camp |
| Stephan Lockney | Connected Counselors: The Heart of a Thriving Camp |
*Note: all times are in Eastern Standard Time.
December 3:
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m. — Welcome & Keynote
- 12:50 p.m. – 1:40 p.m. — Education Session
- 1:50 p.m. – 2:40 p.m. — Education Session
- 2:50 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. — Education Session
- 3:50 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Collab Hub
December 4:
- 11:30 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. — Collab Hub
- 12:20 p.m. – 1:10 p.m. — Education Session
- 1:20 p.m. – 2:10 p.m. — Education Session
- 2:20 p.m. – 3:10 p.m. — Education Session
- 3:20 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Keynote & Closing
There is only space for one sponsor on a first-come, first-served basis.
The cost is $3,000 member / $5,000 non-member
Benefits include:
• Verbal recognition from the host
• Company contact information slide shown at the beginning and at the end of the event
• Logo on event confirmation
• Logo on event reminder
• Logo on event update emails to attendees with a high-visibility banner (only one sponsor will be alternated for this spot)
• Logo on event landing page
• One educational session
• Two minutes to address attendees at the opening of the event
• One educational blog to be shared in an issue of ACA Now of your choosing. Sent to 19,000+ emails
Please email Kim Fitzgerald or call 765-349-3309 if you are interested.
For questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Fitzgerald.
