60th Annual PCOA Convention and Trade Show
This annual trade show, organized by the Pennsylvania Campground Owners Association (PCOA), is scheduled to take place on December 3 to 6. The venue for the event is the Spooky Nook Sports Complex, located in Manheim, Pennsylvania.
The trade show is a significant gathering for campground owners, suppliers, and other stakeholders in the camping industry. It offers an opportunity for attendees to network, learn about the latest trends and products in the camping world, and engage in educational sessions. Exhibitors at the event will showcase a wide range of products and services related to camping, from equipment and supplies to software solutions and marketing tools.
In addition to the exhibition, the event will feature various educational seminars and workshops, providing valuable insights into the camping industry’s best practices, innovations, and emerging trends. Attendees can expect a comprehensive experience, with ample opportunities for business development, learning, and collaboration.
The 2023 PCOA Trade Show is a must-attend event for anyone involved in the camping industry in Pennsylvania, offering a blend of networking, education, and business opportunities.
Hourly Schedule
Sunday (December 3)
- 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- ServSafe Food Safety Management Training Part 1
- 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Board Meeting
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Opening Reception in the Nile River Room
Monday (December 4)
- 7:30 PM
- Registration
- Bring auction item & award entries to registration desk.
- 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM
- Pesticide Training Category 24 (Pool) credits
- 8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
- Break
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Pesticide Core Credits
- 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
- Break
- 10:15 AM - 12:15 AM
- Pesticide Training Category 23 (Weed/Pests) credits
- 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- ServSafe Food Safety Management Training Part 2
- 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Trade Show Open
- 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
- Pesticide License Testing for both Category 23 & 24
- The special form must be submitted if you plan to take the test (back of registration form)
- 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- First Timers Session Including Trade Show Visit
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Speakers:
Eileen Vaughan
- 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Happy Hour in the Trade Show (wine, beer, soft drinks)
- Ticket required
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Young Professionals Meeting Including Trade Show Visit
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Speakers:
Tyler Grim
- 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
- Dinner, Opening Ceremony, Keynote Speaker, Auction
Tuesday (December 5)
- 8:00 AM - 12:00 NN
- Registration
- 7:30 AM
- Continental Breakfast
- 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Trade Show Open
- 1:00 PM - 2:20 PM
- Luncheon with HR Crackerbarrel led by Kelly Jones
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Speakers:
Kelly Jones
- 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- Automated Processes that Control Labor Expenses and Enhance the Guest Experience by Rachel Godbout
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Speakers:
Rachel Godbout
- 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- Guest Services and the ADA by Kelly Jones
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Speakers:
Kelly Jones
- 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- What Digital Marketing Is and How it Applies to Campgrounds by Josh Richardson
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Speakers:
Josh Richardson
- 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
- A Beginner’s Guide to Social Video by Kevin Furst
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Speakers:
Kevin Furst
- 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
- Guests Gone Wild: Mitigating Risks and Handling Long-Term Guests by Christine Taylor
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Speakers:
Christine Taylor
- 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
- KOA Marketing Report SWOT Analysis by Nichole Poisson
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Speakers:
Nichole Poisson
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Cybersecurity and Your Small Business by Ted Naratil
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Speakers:
Ted Naratil
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Making an Experience for Your Guests by Kate Gagnon
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Speakers:
Kate Gagnon
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Taking the Overwhelm Out of Social Media by Ellen Matis
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Speakers:
Ellen Matis
- 7:00 PM
- Banquet and Annual Meeting
Wednesday (December 6)
- 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM
- Breakfast Buffet with Regional Meetings
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Electrical 101 For Campgrounds by Mike Sokol
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Speakers:
Mike Sokol
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Why Cyber Insurance is Essential for Safeguarding Your Campgrounds by Steve McWilliams
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Speakers:
Steve McWilliams
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Maximize Site Traffic With Your PACamping.com Profile by Bryan Hickman and Curtis Buck
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Speakers:
Bryan Hickman, Curtis Buck
- 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
- Advanced Electrical Concepts for Campgrounds by Mike Sokol
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Speakers:
Mike Sokol
- 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
- Fun Activities for Your Campground Panel: Eileen Vaughan, Judy Laporta and Debby Yeager
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Speakers:
Debby Yeager, Eileen Vaughan, Judy Laporta
- 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
- Making the Most of Your ARVC Membership Benefits by David Basler
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Speakers:
David Basler
- 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Crackerbarrel: Stay, Sell or Work with a Management Company: What to Ask, What to Do, and Choosing the Right Option by Rachel Godbout
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Speakers:
Rachel Godbout
- 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
- Awards Luncheon with Guest Speaker David Basler, National ARVC and Airing and Sharing
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Speakers:
David Basler
- 2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
- Round Table Sessions
- 4:00 PM
- Wrap-Up Meeting
Speakers
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Ellen Matis
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Nichole Poisson
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Mike Sokol
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Christine Taylor
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Steve McWilliams
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Eileen Vaughan
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Bryan Hickman
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Tyler Grim
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Curtis Buck
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Kelly Jones
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Judy Laporta
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Rachel Godbout
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Debby Yeager
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Josh Richardson
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David Basler
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Kevin Furst
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Ted Naratil
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Kate Gagnon
