Rocky Mountain EPIC Spring Retreat
Date
Location
Cost
$80 ACA Members / $125 ACA Non - Members
CECs
5.00Join EPICs (emerging professionals in camping) in the Rocky Mountain region for a weekend of collaboration, connection and creativity as we get ready for the upcoming camp season! We’ll share in robust peer learning around topics important to EPIC like middle management and career growth, staff training, mental health and more. Registration includes lodging and meals from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast.
We intentionally keep the costs low for this event to make it accessible for emerging camp professionals. We hope your organization recognizes the value of this content-rich, action-packed opportunity for professional development and supports your participation.
| Type | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Member | $80 | |
| Nonmember | $125 | |
Friday, April 25
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Arrival
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m. 0 10:00 p.m. Evening Activity & Social
Saturday, April 26
This day is packed with workshop sessions, a camp tour, and dedicated time for connection and creation. Our goal is to equip you, as an emerging leader in the camping world, with valuable insights, resources, and tools to ensure a successful summer program.
Sunday, April 27
Breakfast and morning sessions with an 11 a.m. departure.
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Nestled on 300 scenic acres near Ward, Colorado, YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake offers the perfect retreat setting in the heart of the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area. Located just 20 miles from Boulder and under two hours from Denver, Fort Collins, and other North Metro areas, this brand-new lakeside camp provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor adventures and community connection.
With its welcoming atmosphere and unparalleled natural beauty, Camp Tumbleson Lake is an ideal location for the EPIC Retreat, blending professional development with the serene environment of Boulder County’s newest and most unique camp experience.
We hope you don’t have to convince your supervisor to support you in this PD opportunity, but if you do...here are some great talking points!
1. Practical Tools for a Successful Camp Season
The retreat offers hands-on workshops and discussions on key topics like staff training, mental health, career growth, and middle management, providing actionable strategies and resources to improve programs and operations.
2. Peer Learning and Networking
Connect with emerging camp professionals from across the Rocky Mountain region to share ideas, solve challenges, and strengthen professional networks—benefiting both individual growth and the camp community.
3. Cost-Effective Professional Development
With affordable registration that includes lodging, meals, and a full program, this retreat offers an excellent return on investment for professional development.
4. Insight into the Latest Industry Trends
Gain valuable insights into current trends and best practices in the camping industry, helping camps stay competitive, adapt to new challenges, and enhance the experience for campers, staff, and families.
5. Building Leadership Skills
Designed for emerging leaders, the retreat focuses on developing leadership skills needed to take on greater responsibilities and lead effectively, contributing to the success of the team and camp community.
