2026 CLM National Conference
National Conference Events
Frequently Asked Questions
Where and when is the conference?
Edelweiss House, 592 N CR 650 East, Greensburg, IN 47240 — August 28—30, 2026.
What's included with my ticket?
Admission includes access to all events, presentations, and speakers for the weekend.
Is camping available?
Yes, camping is available onsite and is first-come, first-served — no reservation required.
What camping facilities are available?
Latrines will be available onsite, but there are no shower facilities. RVs and campers are welcome, but there are no water, power, or other hookups available.
Is there parking?
Yes, parking is available in the camping area and by the retreat center.
Is there Mass on Sunday?
Yes, multiple Mass options will be available, including Saints Philomena and Cecilia Oratory in Brookville, IN. Please see the conference program for full details (handed out at the conference).
Who's speaking, and what's the schedule?
Friday
9:30 AM–12:00 PM: Off-site farm tour at Cottage Pastures (Winters Family Farm, Vevay, IN)
Registration open throughout the day
~5:00 PM: CDR John Sharpe, USN (ret.) — Conference Introduction: Distributism and the Catholic Land Movement
Friday Keynote: Jason Craig - Our Own Story on This Side of the Ocean: The Catholic Land Movement in America
Saturday
Confessions available in the morning
9:00 AM: Workshops in four blocks (A–D), covering topics from cheese making and blacksmithing to land regeneration and Catholic family gardening - full lineup available in the conference program
6:00 PM: Saturday Keynote: Dale Ahlquist — Localism, the Land, and G.K. Chesterton
Evening bonfire and fellowship
Sunday
CLM Leadership Meeting, following Prime
Closing talk, and then Holy Mass
Throughout the weekend
Divine Office, including Vespers and Prime
Family-friendly activities for children, young men, and young ladies
What should I bring cash for?
Vendors and suggested meal donations are the main things to bring cash for.
Are meals included in the ticket price?
Meals are not included in the ticket price.
Please see below for suggested donations:
| Meal | What's Served | Adult | Child | Family Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday Dinner | Fried fish, hushpuppies, coleslaw, mac and cheese - provided by the KoC | $10 | $5 (under 6 free) | $40 |
| Saturday Breakfast | Pancakes, bacon and sausage, eggs | $8 | $4 (under 6 free) | $30 |
| Saturday Lunch | Cincinnati-style meat sauce & spaghetti (Cincinnati chili), pasta, coleslaw, broccoli salad | $10 | $5 (under 6 free) | $40 |
| Saturday Dinner | Pulled pork (from the Fri. workshop), cornbread, green beans, potatoes, corn salad, dessert | $15 | $7 (under 6 free) | $60 |
| Sunday Breakfast | Baked goods, coffee - any donation appreciated | — | ||
