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Clubs who sent their Presidents Elect to PETS are offered a $65 attendance credit for Saturday. Read below for details!
Rotary District 6600 Conference
April 24–25, 2026
Sawmill Creek • Huron, Ohio
Join Rotarians from across District 6600 for a weekend of connection, learning, service, and celebration.
Why Attend?
The District Conference is more than a meeting — it’s an opportunity to reconnect with Rotary, gain fresh ideas, and experience the impact of our work across District 6600.
When you attend, you will:
Reconnect with fellow Rotarians and strengthen relationships across the district
Gain practical ideas from keynote speakers and breakout sessions you can bring back to your club
Celebrate the work of our clubs through the House of Friendship and district highlights
Make a difference together through our “Fill the Trucks” service initiative
Experience Rotary at its best — from Casino Night to the Uncorked Wine Dinner
Whether you attend for a day or the full weekend, you’ll leave inspired, informed, and connected.
Check out our event trailer!
Registration Details
Full Conference Package – $275
Includes:
Friday afternoon on- and off-site events
House of Friendship
Casino Night (Friday evening)
Saturday keynote and breakout sessions
Saturday evening Uncorked Wine Event with food pairings
Can't attend the full conference? Pick the events that work for you:
Casino Night (Friday) - $75
Saturday Day & Programs - $75
Uncorked Dinner (Saturday Evening) - $125
Golf Outing (Friday) - $35
Saturday Breakfast - $20
Did your club send your Presidents-Elect to PETS?
As a token of appreciation for Presidents-Elects who participated in PETS and to help them continue their leadership journey as President of their club in 2026-2027, The District is pleased to offer a $65 attendance credit for Saturday, April 25.
How the credit works:
Flexibility: This credit can be applied toward registration on Saturday.
Transferability: While we would love to see Presidents-Elect there personally, if they are unable to attend, this $65 credit can be used by any other member of their club.
Reimbursement: To simplify the process, please register as usual. Following the conference, a reimbursement check for $65 will be issued to the Presidents-Elect or their designated club representative who attended.
Hotel Reservations
Stay On-Site at Sawmill Creek
Hotel reservations are separate from conference registration.
Button: Book Your Room – Group Code ROTARY2026
Event rate valid: April 24–26, 2026
Block cutoff date: March 31, 2026
Booking Instructions
Select your overnight dates (04/24/2026–04/26/2026).
Under “Special Codes,” select “GROUP/BLOCK.”
Enter code: ROTARY2026
Central Reservations: 419-627-2106
If paying with a credit card, booking online is recommended to avoid processing issues.
Important Policies
First night’s full payment due at booking
$50 fee applies to any cancellation
First-night deposit is forfeited for cancellations received within 72 hours
Optional Add-Ons
Optional Activities
Golf Outing - Friday Afternoon
$35 per golfer (includes cart)
weather permitting
Saturday Breakfast Buffet
$20 voucher at Sawmill Creek Resort Restaurant
(regular cost is $30 plus tax and tip)
Conference Highlights
Keynote Speakers: Dr. Mary Berge and Michael Angelo Caruso
Breakout Sessions
Service Project: Fill the Trucks Initiative and Birthday Cake Kit
Major Donor Reception
House of Friendship
Casino Night
Uncorked Wine Dinner
Weekend Schedule at a Glance
Plan your conference experience — whether you join us for the full weekend or select individual events.
Friday, April 24
Friday, April 24
Morning / Midday
PDG & Governor Line Brunch and Meeting [PDG's click here for more info]Afternoon
Golf Outing
City Highlights Tour
Scavenger Hunt
Birding Tour
Evening
Major Donor Reception
Welcome Party / Hospitality Suite
Casino Night
Hospitality Suite
Saturday, April 25
Saturday, April 25
Morning
Conference Program Begins (9:00 AM)
Keynote Speaker Mary Berge
Breakout Sessions
Midday
Lunch, Awards, and District Highlights
Birthday Kit Service Project and Ongoing Fill the Truck
Afternoon
Breakout Sessions
Keynote Speaker Michael Angelo CarusoEvening
Uncorked Wine Dinner
Detailed session schedule and timing will be shared closer to the conference.
Keynote Speakers
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Mary Berge
Licensed psychologist, Rotary leader, and international speaker, Dr. Berge brings deep insight on leadership, mental health, and personal growth through her work with first responders and communities.
Michael Angelo Caruso
Communication expert and two-time TEDx speaker, Caruso helps leaders and organizations become more effective presenters and communicators — with practical tools you can use immediately.
Breakout Sessions
We've got some great breakouts lined up! Topics include:
From Chaos to Community - ShelterBox Responds,
Renee Brouse, ShelterBox USA Rotary Relations Manager
Understanding Human Trafficking through an Interprofessional Lens
Tracy McGinley & Lara B. WILKEN, DNP, RN
Hello and a Handshake: Building Stronger Connections in Rotary and Beyond
Greg Peters, The Reluctant Networker
Chair Yoga & Wellness
Johnnie Leonhardt, Registered Yoga Teacher
Ohio's Hunger Relief Networks and Rotarians United
Joree Novotny, Executive Director of Ohio Association of Food Banks and Ohio Food Bank Representatives
Leadership Learning: How People Can Best Learn Together
Dustin Dale, Motivational Speaker and Author
Supporting Brain Health in our Community
Dakota Stone & Denise Pauley of Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter
Climate Change: World View and Local View
The Climate Reality Project NW Chapter Representatives
Rotary Youth Services
Mary Aufdenkampe, PDG District 6600 Rotary Youth Exchange Chair
🚛 Fill the Trucks 🚚- Service in Action
🚛 Fill the Trucks 🚚- Service in Action
Help us make an impact by participating in our “Fill the Trucks” initiative during the District Conference.
We will have two trucks on site:
MESA (Medical Equipment and Supplies Abroad)
Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio
Attendees are encouraged to bring donations to help fill both trucks and support important local and global efforts. Please view the donation guidelines at the link below.
Participants who bring donations will be recognized and rewarded during the conference.
🎂Birthday Cake Service Project 🎉
🎂Birthday Cake Service Project 🎉
As part of this year’s District Conference, participants will take part in a hands-on service project assembling Birthday Cake Packages for children in foster care, kinship care, and families facing financial hardship.
Each package includes non-perishable items needed to celebrate a child’s birthday, including cake mix, frosting, candles, and more.
Why It Matters
Why It Matters
Every child deserves to celebrate their birthday.
Help us put smiles on faces by making it possible for families to create a special moment for their child.
How You Can Help
How You Can Help
We invite attendees to support this project by contributing today.
$10 provides supplies for one Birthday Cake Package
Donations will be used to purchase materials in advance so that participants can assemble the kits during the conference.
Completed kits will be distributed to local nonprofits and agencies serving families in need.
Donate today at the venmo link below or mail your check (payable to Rotary District 6600) to:
Dianne Brehm, Treasurer
4281 Lucinda Court, Lorain, OH 44053
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