OCTOBER 6-7, 2026
HYATT REGENCY, TWO BAY STREET, SAVANNAH, GA 31401
Join conservation leaders from across the country in the heart of historic Savannah, Georgia, for the 2026 Association of Conservation Executive Directors (ACED) Conference. Set along the iconic Savannah River, this year's conference offers an inspiring setting to exchange ideas, strengthen professional relationships, and explore innovative approaches to advancing conservation programs.
Thank you to our Conference Sponsor!
REGISTRATION & HOTEL INFORMATION
Registration Information
Late Registration: $400
Deadline October 2, 2026
Registration includes all meals, activities and tours noted in the agenda below. No refunds after September 14.
Limited number available of scholarships. Enter “SCHOLARSHIP” as the coupon code. If you would prefer to pay via check, mail a copy of registration form along with check to GACD, PO Box 1134, Ringgold, GA 30736.
Hotel Reservations
Deadline for room reservations is September 14, 2026.
Group rate is $259/night plus taxes and fees per night. Parking is valet only at $50/ night.
To make a reservation, call 912-238-1234 and make sure to tell them the GA-GAC1 group code or use the following link: https://www.hyatt.com/events/en-US/group-booking/SAVRS/G-GAC1
AIRPORT INFORMATION
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is a commercial and military-use airport in Savannah, Georgia, United States.
Address: 400 Airways Ave, Savannah, GA 31408
Code: SAV
TENTATIVE AGENDA
Monday, october 5
4:00pm: Hotel Check In
Tuesday, October 6
7:00am-8:00am, Plimsoll: Breakfast
8:00am-9:45am, Plimsoll: Meeting
9:45am-10:00am: Break
10:00am-11:30am, Plimsoll: Meeting
11:30am-12:00pm: Walk to The Pirates House, 20 E Broad St, Savannah, GA 31401
12:00pm-2:15pm: Lunch Meeting at The Pirates House
3:00pm-4:00pm: Bus Tour of Port of Savannah Ocean Terminal
7:00pm-9:00pm: Savannah Riverboat Cruise (boarding starts at 6pm)
wednesday, october 7
7:00am-8:00am, Plimsoll: Breakfast
8:00am-12:00pm: Tybee Oyster Company Tour (via boat) (meet at UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant to board boat, 10 Ocean Science Cir, Savannah, GA 31411)
12:00pm, UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant: Low Country Boil Lunch
1:00pm-5:00pm, UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant:
UGA Shellfish Research Lab Tour
Aquarium Tour and Presentations
5:00pm: Meeting Adjourns
Dinner On Your Own
Thursday, october 8
11am: Hotel Check Out