ACA CampForward Conference 2026


Grand Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva, WI   Visit Website
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 - Thursday, October 29, 2026   Export to iCalendar Central Standard Time

Join fellow camp and youth development professionals for three days at the ACA CampForward Conference in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

Early bird registration is available through September 28, 2026. If you miss the early rate, you can still save by registering before or on October 20, 2026. After October 20 you will register at the final wave registration rate. 

The full conference registration includes:

  • Full conference program
  • Wednesday breakfast
  • Thursday breakfast
  • Exhibit Hall
  • Networking and social events

The Wednesday only registration includes:

  • Wednesday's full program
  • Breakfast
  • Exhibit Hall
  • Wednesday evening networking event

Preconference Events (add to your registration):

  • EPIC Workshop | Monday, October 26 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Join fellow EPICs (Emerging Professionals in Camping) in this half-day preconference workshop, focused on career development and creating connections.
  • Executive Director Workshop | Monday, October 26 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - This half-day workshop is for executive directors and senior management, focused on networking, two education sessions, and sharing resources.
  • Local Area Camp Tours | Tuesday, October 27 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Join in on touring camps in the local area. Each tour will highlight different programs and facilities that are unique to their site.
  • Accreditation Visit Mini Boot Camp | Tuesday, October 27 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (separate registration required) - Get a jumpstart on your 2027 ACA accreditation visit preparations by attending the Accreditation Visit Mini Boot Camp. You'll learn from experienced accreditation volunteers and have dedicated time to work on your camp's specific visit preparations.

Lodging:

Book your stay at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa or Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. Two hotels, all on one resort property, with lodging choices to meet your team's needs and budget. Take advantage of the exclusive conference hotel rates and book by October 5 to save on your accommodations. Reserve early to lock in this great deal!

*If applicable, register early to take advantage of early bird rates.

 Price Level*Early Bird:

07/01/2026 - 09/28/2026

Cost:

09/28/2026 - 10/20/2026

Final Wave:

10/21/2026 - 10/29/2026

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Registration: 1st Person - CampForward 2026

 Member$299.00$329.00$362.00
 Non-Member$399.00$440.00$484.00
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Registration: Additional Person (from SAME organization) - CampForward 2026

 Member$280.00$308.00$338.00
 Non-Member$380.00$418.00$460.00
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Registration: Consultant (Full Conference) - CampForward 2026

 Member $498.00 
 Non-Member $639.00 
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Registration: Consultant (Wednesday Only) - CampForward 2026

 Member $254.00 
 Non-Member $324.00 
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Registration: Preconference Workshop ONLY - EPIC Workshop | Monday, October 26

 Member $50.00 
 Non-Member $100.00 
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Registration: Preconference Workshop ONLY - Executive Director Workshop | Monday, October 26

 Member $75.00 
 Non-Member $125.00 
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Registration: Speaker - CampForward 2026

 Member $190.00$240.00
 Non-Member $190.00$240.00
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Registration: Wednesday ONLY - CampForward 2026

 Member$150.00$165.00$182.00
 Non-Member$185.00$204.00$224.00
Grand Geneva Resort   Visit Website


262-248-8811

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Additional Information

Consultants: Consultants may not self-promote at the conference and must register under the consultant rate unless they are a confirmed speaker at the conference.

Minors: Minimum age to register for American Camp Association professional development events is 18 years. Minors cannot be registered for the ACA CampForward Conference. All minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian at all times.

Use of Images in ACA Publications: Through my registration, I give American Camp Association full rights and permissions with respect to any photographs, video, and audio recording taken during the ACA event. These images and recordings may be used by ACA, and its agents, in education and promotional media.

Code of Conduct for Events: By participating in an ACA event, you agree to follow the code of conduct for events.

Cancellations must be in writing and can be faxed to 765-342-2065 or emailed to events@ACAcamps.org. Phone cancellations are not accepted. The cancellation deadline is 10/13/2026. Cancellations received by 10/13/2026 will be eligible for a refund, minus a $25 cancellation fee. Cancellations received less than 2 weeks before the event will not be refunded. If ACA cancels the event, the registration fee will be fully refunded.

Contact Us

For questions or help registering, contact Abbie Parker, aparker@ACAcamps.org, 765-349-3526.

For sponsorship questions and information, contact Kim Fitzgerald, kftizgerald@ACAcamps.org, 765-349-3309.