2026 Spring Conference

 

March 23, 2026
12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
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Unicoi State Park & Lodge
1788 Highway 356
Helen, GA 30545
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The SWANA-Georgia Chapter will hold its 2026 Spring Conference at Unicoi State Park & Lodge in Helen, Georgia March 23-25, 2026. This year’s program aims to offer a dynamic mix of technical presentations, an Opening Evening Reception with Indoor and Outdoor Equipment Exhibitors, a Cornhole Tournament, Casino Night with a Low-Country Boil & Live Music by the Campfire, 5K/1-Mile Fun Run, Keep Rabun Beautiful Service Project, Axe Throwing Event with Young Professionals, and more for all to enjoy!

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION STILL OPEN!

Conference registration is now live! Make sure to check out the opportunities for sponsorship and exhibitors. 

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED.  

LATE REGISTRATION (with increased registration fees):  begins Friday Monday, March 20, 2026 @ 12:00 AM EST.

Click here to Register Now for the Conference!

All payments must be received prior to or upon arrival at the conference.  SWANA-Georgia cannot offer reduced registration fees for partial conference attendance.

ATTENDEE fee covers: one (1) person / admittance to all sessions, breaks, receptions, meals and the exhibitor trade show.

EXHIBITOR fee covers:  one (1) person / one (1) skirted table / admittance to all sessions, breaks, receptions and meals, and the trade show.  Additional person needs to register as regular attendee.  

Reduced fees for Georgia Chapter members and discounted rates for members who have a valid "Life" membership status with SWANA.  Additional discounts offered exclusively and with limited availability for Georgia Chapter members who have a valid "Retired" membership status with SWANA and who also agree to volunteer at our registration area!

Additional NON-ATTENDEE registrations include reduced fees for spouses and guests to cover the costs of meals only and for speakers (fees waived) who are only attending the session in which they present.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE!

A limited number of sponsorship opportunities remain available. Sponsorship is open to companies, non‑profits, trade associations, and government agencies seeking visibility and engagement with SWANA members.

To explore the full range of sponsorship opportunities, please refer to the details provided here.
You can pledge your sponsorship directly on the registration page.
You can pledge your sponsorship directly on the registration page.

CONFERENCE AGENDA - SET

After receiving many strong and exciting presentation submissions, the conference agenda is set. We’re looking forward to an engaging line‑up of speakers covering topics that matter to the SWANA membership. Stay tuned for more details and speaker bios coming soon!

RESERVE YOUR HOTEL ROOM

Discounted Unicoi Lodge rooms & cabins are offered until sold out.  Instructions from Unicoi State Park & Lodge below:

1.Go to website: www.unicoilodge.com

2.In the upper right corner, Click on the White Box: BOOK NOW

3.On the left side of the page, click the drop-down menu Rate Options -  If making a reservation by phone, please mention this code to the hotel staff to get the room block availability and rate.

4.Enter "Promotional/Group Code": 21147

5. Select Arrival/Departure Dates - Any dates between Sunday, March 22nd - Wednesday, March 25th, and number of guests per room

6.Click CHECK AVAILABILITY

7.Select Room Type

8.Select Book It and Complete required information to make reservation

ADDITIONAL OVERFLOW HOTEL ROOMS
The Unicoi Lodge room block at a discounted rate is filling up fast!  Additional lodging options are available in Helen, at the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites and the Hampton Inn.  Please click here for hotel information.

More detailed information and a conference program (with updates periodically) can be found on our Spring 2026 Conference webpage at: https://gaswana.org/agenda

For any questions, please direct them to [email protected].

Tickets

$450.00 Member Attendee
$425.00 Earlybird rate before February 28

$525.00 Non-Member Attendee
$500.00 Earlybird rate before February 28

$625.00 Member Exhibitor - Indoor Only
$600.00 Earlybird rate before February 28

$925.00 Member Exhibitor - Indoor + Outdoor
$900.00 Earlybird rate before February 28

$725.00 Non-Member Exhibitor - Indoor Only
$700.00 Earlybird rate before February 28

$1,025.00 Non-Member Exhibitor - Indoor + Outdoor
$1,000.00 Earlybird rate before February 28

$125.00 Spouse / Guest (Non-Attendee)
$100.00 Earlybird rate before February 28

$0.00 Speaker Only (Non-Attendee)

$0.00 2026 Spring Event - Cornhole Tournament (March 23, 2026)

$0.00 2026 Spring Event - 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk (March 24, 2026)

$125.00 2026 Spring Event - Golf Tournament (March 24, 2026)

$0.00 2026 Spring Event - Community Service Project (March 24, 2026)

$25.00 2026 Spring Event - Young Professionals (March 24, 2026)

$1,500.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - NEW! Conference App Sponsorship (Exclusive Opportunity!)

$2,000.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Opening Lunch and Keynote Address

$1,500.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Opening Reception w/ Conference and Outdoor Exhibitors

$1,000.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Casino Night

$500.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Breakfast & Exhibitor Breaks

$500.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Cornhole Tournament

$500.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Golf Tournament

$400.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - YP Event

$400.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Community Service Project

$150.00 2026 Spring Sponsor - Supporting

$10.00 Mulligan