Leadership Institute
National Conference

July 14 – 17, 2024 | Nebraska City, NE 
Lied Lodge and Conference Center

Grounding Ourselves in Nature

Join our growing network and take the opportunity to ground yourself in reflection and rejuvenation. Enjoy a great mix of nature-based experiences indoors and out, through hands-on sessions, discussion groups, and inspiring connections. Return home ready to integrate a wealth of ideas and perspectives into the important work you do with and for children each day.

Choose from one of these interest groups:

• Administrators
• Teachers in elementary programs
• Teachers in preschool programs
• Teachers in infant toddler programs
• Home child care providers
• College/university instructors
• Educational consultants/trainers
• Representatives from educational professional associations, conservation organizations or organizations in public natural settings

Highlights:

• A fresh mix of indoor and outdoor experiences – with more hands-on experiences than ever before.
• A balance of discussion times with those who do similar work, and others who will bring you new ideas.
• Whole-group experiences balanced with small group conversations tailored specifically to the work you do.
• Inspiring social times; many outdoor activities and experiences
• Delicious breakfasts and lunches, included in the price of registration.

Centers Tour:
On Wednesday, July 17 (in the afternoon), take a tour of four very different and engaging Nature Explore Classrooms. Explore the possibilities with all your senses. This includes a box lunch for the 45 minute drive to Lincoln and a celebration snack at the end of the tour.

Accommodation: 

Make your room reservation directly with Lied Lodge and Conference Center by:

• Calling Lied Lodge and Conference Center at 1-800-546-5433 and reference he Leadership Institute so you receive the reduced rate. Credit card information will be requested to guarantee the room.
• Or, book online HERE. Please select your dates, select “special codes” in the drop down box, and select “group/block”. Enter block code: 2407Leader_001.
• Reservation cutoff date: May 31, 2024. Reservation requests received after this cutoff date will be accepted and confirmed upon availability.

Shuttle Service from Airport:

We recommend flying into Omaha to Eppley Airfield. If you make your room reservation by phone, let Lied Lodge and Conference Center know if you would like a shuttle. If you make your room reservation online, please call Lied Lodge and Conference Center at 800-546-5433 to request a shuttle. Shuttle cost is $65 per person, per trip.

Registration:

• The Institute registration fee includes an Opening Reception, breakfast and lunch buffet, and healthy snacks each day. (Note that dinner will be on your own.)
• The Tour registration fee includes a box lunch, transportation to/from Lincoln, and a snack.
• Early Bird Registration Fee: $465.00 (available until May 17, 2024); Regular Registration Fee: $495.00
• Tour Registration Fee: $100
• Registration Deadline: July 5, 2024

Cancellation Policy: 

Refunds will be made until June 30 minus a $50 processing fee. After June 30, refunds will not be available.

Please contact [email protected] or 402-467-6112 with any questions.