Charting the Course:  Navigating the Future of Court Reporting
February 19–20, 2027 | The Lodge at Gulf State Park | Gulf Shores, Alabama
 
ACRA is meeting at the beach again!
 
The last time we gathered at the Gulf in 2019, we had a blast — and we’re ready to do it all over again! This February, we’re heading back to beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama, for our 2027 conference at The Lodge at Gulf State Park.
 
And if you’ve never stayed at The Lodge, you’re in for a treat.
 
A Room With a View — and So Much More!
 
Conference room rates will start at just $179 for Gulf View rooms and $149 for Park View rooms, making this a perfect opportunity to turn conference weekend into a little getaway.
 
The Lodge sits right on the Gulf Coast and offers guests direct access to 2.5 miles of beautiful white-sand beach.  Whether you want to catch a sunrise, take a walk along the shore, watch the sunset, or simply sit back and enjoy the view, the beach is right outside your door.
 
And there’s plenty to enjoy beyond the beach.  The Lodge features two pools — including a new family-friendly pool and a 21-and-over infinity pool — with plenty of space to relax and soak up the sunshine. Poolside food and drinks are available, too.
 
For those who like to stay active, The Lodge is surrounded by 6,150 acres of Gulf State Park, with 28 miles of hiking and biking trails to explore.  Complimentary bike-share access makes it easy to hop on a bike and see a little more of the park. And, of course, there’s the food!
 
The Lodge offers several on-site dining options, from Foodcraft’s coastal favorites to Perch’s upscale seafood, steaks and handcrafted cocktails, along with Roasted Oak Coffee & Wine Bar in the lobby.
 
Work Hard. Play Hard. Stay Longer.
 
The Lodge is also a beautiful setting for our conference itself, with more than 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, Gulf-facing meeting areas and a spectacular beach-view ballroom.
 
So bring your professional goals, your beach clothes and your appetite for a great time!
 
And There’s More to Come…
 
Vicki Clark, President-Elect, has been working on a GREAT lineup of speakers, and we can’t wait to share what she has in store for us. This is shaping up to be a conference you won’t want to miss!
 
Mark your calendar. Call your favorite court reporter friends. Start planning your beach weekend.
ACRA is going back to the Gulf — and we’re ready to chart the course for the future together!
 
February 19–20, 2027
The Lodge at Gulf State Park
Gulf Shores, Alabama