Our goal is to make sure you have the most enjoyable experience possible- we want to keep you informed of the need-to-knows in order to make your conference experience a success. Please click each drop-down below to learn more, and ensure you take advantage of everything the conference has to offer! 

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Conference check in 

​​Conference Check-In:  TBD, Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Check-In Location:  TBD 

All registrants must be paid in full by Tuesday, January 13th. Checks from your association can be handed in at check in, we just ask that you include the last name of each participant or invoice number with the payment. Credit card payments can also be made at check-in.

Early arrival (onsite housing)

Early arrival begins at 4:00pm on Monday for those staying onsite at YMCA Camp Copneconic.  There is an additional fee ( Price Coming Soon) which includes Monday night lodging, Monday dinner (5:30p) and Tuesday breakfast (8:00a.)  This option should be added at the time of registration or as soon as possible to ensure we’re prepared for your arrival. 
 
Forgot to book your early arrival?   Coming Soon: Click here to let us know you’re coming early.
Early Arrival Check-In Location:  Coming Soon!

Looking to make the most of your early arrival? Check back for our Pre-Conference offerings! 

packing list

​• Pillow, Linens or Sleeping Bags (or you can register for linens for a fee that is coming soon – Coming Soon: click here to add linens, coming soon!)
• Clothes— Conference is casual (jeans are fine); consider bringing your swimsuit and workout gear! Conference attendees will have access to the Y facilities 
• Winter clothes & footwear—for outdoor activities and traveling between buildings
• Toiletries
• Shower shoes- some showers you must travel outside to access 
• Towels for showering
• Flashlight
• Reusable water bottle
• Face coverings (optional) 
• Business cards
• Notebook and pen (or other form of note-taking!) 
• Donation of at least one Auction Item (see Silent & Live Auctions section below for more info)
• Cash, check or credit card to purchase items from Silent & Live Auctions as well as items from vendors at the Resource Fair
• Backpack for day use of conference materials
• Any materials you want to share (Camp Brochures, Song Book, Vendor Information of any great deals, etc)
• Job Posting information if you’re an employer looking for staff or a resume if you are a job seeker

directions 

Address:  10407 N. Fenton Road Fenton, MI 48430

• FROM THE NORTH: Follow I-75, US-10, US-23 south until they split. Follow US-23 (not I-75) south until you come to the Grand Blanc exit. Exit, turn left (east) and follow to Fenton Road. Turn right (south) and follow Fenton Rd. to the camp entrance (on the left). 
• FROM THE EAST: Follow I-69 west to I-475 south. (This intersection is in Flint). Follow I-475 south to the Hill Road exit. Turn right (west) off of exit and go to the next traffic light, which is Fenton Road. Turn left (south) on Fenton Rd. until the camp entrance (about 5.5 miles on the left.)
• US-23 FROM THE SOUTH: Follow US-23 north to the Thompson Rd. exit. Exit, turn right on Thompson and follow until you come to the second stop light, which is Fenton Road. Turn left (north) onto Fenton Road. The camp entrance is about one mile on the right.
• I-75 FROM THE SOUTH: Take I-75 north and exit at Holly Rd., which is #108. DO NOT EXIT AT EAST HOLLY RD., WHICH IS EXIT #98. Turn left and go about 1/2 mile to the light. This is Baldwin Road. Turn right (west) on Baldwin and go a few miles to the traffic light. This is Fenton Road. Turn left (south) onto Fenton Road. The camp entrance is on the left.

​Airports:  YMCA Camp Copneconic is about 20 minutes from Flint International Airport (FNT), 75 minutes from Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), and 2 hours from Kalamazoo/Battlecreek International Airport (AZO). 

shuttle information 

More Information to Come!

lodging 

Camp Copneconic has wonderful dorm style cabins onsite which will be assigned and communicated upon arrival. Linens (sheets, blanket, pillow, pillowcase, towels) are available for an additional fee. Please reserve before arrival, Coming soon! click here to add now. There is no private housing available onsite. 

You can learn more about the lodging options on the Host Site page of our website. 

If you have questions or concerns about housing arrangements, please contact MACC registrar, Shelly Hilton, at [email protected]. 

meals 

Registration includes meals from lunch Tuesday through breakfast Friday, and ​YMCA Camp Copneconic is well known for fabulous food services and accommodations for any dietary needs. They are well-equipped to handle any special diets! 

Help us ensure we are able to suit your dietary needs by filling out the form during registration, and visit the Host Site page for more information. 

Silent & live auctions

Don’t forget about the Camp Service Auction Night! The recipient of these funds will be announced in the months leading up to the conference.

Please bring your donation item to check-in. We are looking for unique, high-end items of varying styles and sizes for the auction and raffle- coffee mugs are great, but T-Shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, fleeces, blankets, and backpacks are even better! During the live auction we look to engage the audience with t-shirt pulls, giveaways and more! You’ll find there’s something for everyone. Bring the type of items that you would be interested in bidding on.

Don’t forget to bring money to spend… after all, it is for a great cause! We accept cash, checks and credit/debit cards, so there is no excuse for you not to spend! In addition to all the great camp gear, many of our vendors have donated amazing items this year that we know you are going to want to bid for!

Awards

As we come together as peers in camping, we take a moment to recognize individuals in our field who have made an impact through two different presentations- the Legend of Camping and Spotlight on Camping awards.

The Legend of Camping Award (also known as “The Skippy Award”) recognizes professionals who have given over and beyond to the YMCA Camping Movement in the Mid America Region. It is understood that this is to be a “capstone” award, recognizing the career of an individual whose contributions have impacted the very core of the institution of camping.
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The Program Innovation Award recognizes a camp or individual that demonstrates a commitment to Program Innovation in the YMCA Camping movement highlighting youth development, healthy living, social responsibility, and DEI.
  
The MACC Mission Award recognizes a leader in the camping industry who actively contributes to education, connection and motivation within the MACC community.
To learn more or nominate someone for one of these awards, please visit the Awards page of our website

schedule 

The MACC strives to be a source of information, motivation and connection for our attendees. We provide a fast-paced and interactive schedule, filled with opportunities to grow and learn in a collaborative environment, attend high-quality interest sessions and keynotes, and built a community of support.  

To view an up-to-date version of the conference schedule, please visit the Schedule page of our website

guidebook 

The Mid America Camping Conference is mobile and paperless! We use the app "Guidebook," which allows us to post schedules, participant lists, interest sessions and more in one easy location. 

Before you arrive, check out our conference schedule and interest sessions via your Android or iOS device or your web browser. Coming Soon: 2026 Guidebook here! 

Andriod and iOS users:

• Download the free Guidebook app in your app store
• Tap “Enter Passphrase” and enter "macc2026" to download our guide ​
• Create a FREE account to unlock all the benefits and receive real time information during the conference.