Big Sandy Family Conference
April 19 – April 23, 2027
Conference Overview
Fellowship Around the Word of God.
Family Conferences are weeklong, life-changing family events. Rich fellowship, inspiring messages, and engaging children’s programs make Family Conference something to look forward to by anyone who has experienced one. Whether making new friendships with other families or rekindling relationships from previous years, the conference is an annual highlight for many.
The conferences are structured to foster spiritual growth as young and old alike are challenged to honor God’s Word in every area of their lives.
Schedule
Conference Begins:
Monday, April 19, 2027
6:30pm
Ends:
Friday, April 23, 2027
5:00pm
speakers
Programs
Opportunities
Lodging & Meals
Rentals
Registration
2027 Conference Speakers
Continue to check back as we add to our 2027 speaker lineup, or sign up for our email updates!
2027 Conference Theme
Love the Lord
Loving the Lord wholeheartedly is central to our lives as believers. At the 2027 Big Sandy Family Conference we want to focus on how everything in our Christian life really flows out of receiving the Lord’s amazing love for us and loving Him back.
The bombardment of social media, the busyness of daily life, and the worries of the world can all attempt to crowd out a vibrant, burning love for the Lord. Scripture warns in Matthew 24:12 that “. . .the love of many shall wax cold.” In Revelation 2:4 the Lord Jesus says to the church at Ephesus: “Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love.” It is so important that we as believers keep a fiery, first love for the Lord burning on the hearth of our hearts through spending time daily communing with Him. It is our hope that all who attend this Family Conference will be encouraged and challenged through the messages and fellowship to love the Lord deeply and share His love with those around them.
Conference Programs
Team Leader Opportunities
DORM ROOMS
Rooms hold a double bed, bunk and single—sleeping 5 people. Private Rooms have access to their own bathroom, while Semi-Private rooms share bathroom accommodations with the adjoining room (ideal for larger families or for sharing with friends). Both room types have access to a refrigerator, microwave and kitchen sink.
Private Room $90
Semi-Private Room $75
CABINS
These cozy, air-conditioned cabins hold three (3) twin beds: one bunk and a single. You have access to the Pine Lodge for a common area, microwave/sink access, and bathrooms. (No fridges/freezers available; ice available at Pine Lodge for purchase.) Bedding, pillows, and towels are also provided for all cabins.
Cabin $40
Tent beside Cabin $20
CAMPSITES
Sites are approximately 60′ long and vary in width. Campground guests have access to large bathhouses with restrooms & showers. Rates accommodate up to 6 people; additional guests are $2/night, age 4 and up.
Premium Full Hookup $50
Full Hookup 50 AMP $45
Full Hookup 30 AMP $40
Electric/Water 50 AMP $35
Electric/Water 30 AMP $30
Electric $25
Primitive $20
Meals
Enjoy our delicious, made-from-scratch meals!
Pricing:
Adults (12+), Children (4–11), 0–3 year-olds are free.
Continental Breakfast $7/adult, $5/child.
Lunch/Dinner $9/adult, $7/child.
Order Meal Packages
Meal Packages (Monday dinner–Friday Dinner) can be purchased here.
$28.00 – Simple Breakfast Adult (4 breakfasts)
$20.00 – Simple Breakfast Child (4 breakfasts)
$36.00 – Lunch Adult (4 lunches)
$28.00 – Lunch Child (4 lunches)
$45.00 – Dinner Adult (5 dinners)
$35.00 – Dinner Child (5 dinners)
Please note: ALERT Cadet/Pre-EXCEL’s lunches are included in their program costs, except for Thursday lunch. On Thursday, ALERT Cadet and Pre-Excel students will be with their families for the morning. This meal can be purchased individually online.
If you would like to purchase additional meals before or after the normal meal package, you can do so online here. To purchase meals individually, please call 903-636-9201.
Conference Menu
Check out our 2026 Family Conference Menu!
Golf Cart Rentals
If you would like to rent a golf cart for the week, the following vendors are available—
East Texas Golf World
903-297-3188
The Golf Kar Konnection
903-877-3535
Mission Golf Cars (Tyler)
903-839-9800
Golf Car Ranch
903-769-3600
RV Rentals
Some of our local vendors have worked out special discount pricing for our guests! Please call them directly for specifics.
2 GUYS RV and Storage (Tyler)
Ask for the Big Sandy Group Rate of $115/night!
David Murphy 903-594-8028
Fireside RV Rental (Gladewater)
Mark Rauch 903-991-0701
KM RV Rentals (Longview)
Zach McDonald 903-424-3711
Campers4Rent (Rockwall)
Scott Huizenga 469-532-2267
International ALERT Academy
1 Academy Blvd.
Big Sandy, TX 75755
Lodging Options
Where to Stay During the Conference
We have numerous dorm rooms, cabins, and campsites available onsite for our guests. For more information, please visit our Campus Lodging website.
Dorm Rooms (starting at $75 per night)
Our Guest Lodges are two-story, dormitory style buildings. Each wing of four rooms shares a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. The lodges have a living room and recreation/meeting room on each floor. Linens and towels are provided.
Private Rooms have access to their own bathroom, while Semi-Private rooms share bathroom accommodations with the adjoining room (ideal for larger families or for sharing with friends). Both room types hold a double bed, bunk, and single—sleeping 5. “Dormitory Style” Semi-Private Rooms hold four twin beds. Rooms sleep 4–5 people; maximum occupancy: 7.
Please note that there are no elevators in these buildings. If you are unable to use stairs, you’re welcome to request a room on the first floor.
Cabins (from $40 per night)
Our cozy, air-conditioned cabins hold three (3) twin beds: one bunk and a single. You have access to the Pine Lodge for a common area, kitchenette (several refrigerators, microwave, coffee maker, sink) and bathrooms. Bedding, pillows, and towels are also provided for all cabins.
Campground
- From $20 per night – Primitive Campsite
- From $25 per night – Electric Campsite
- From $30 per night – Electric & Water Campsite
- From $40 per night – Full Hookup Campsite
- From $50 per night – Premium Paved Campsite
RV and Golf Cart Rentals
Area vendors offer RV and Golf Cart Rentals during the Family Conferences. Please contact them directly to arrange rentals.
2027 Pricing
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Registration
|
(Early Registration discountSign up by March 19! |
| Family Registration | $350 — $315 |
| Individual Registration | $150 — $135 |
(Programs |
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| Children’s Institute | $70 — $63 |
| ALERT Cadets | $105 — $94.50 |
| Pre-EXCEL | $105 — $94.50 |
| COMMIT | $70 — $63 |
| Photography Workshop | $115 — $103.50 |
$50 cancellation fee for all cancellations.
No refunds for cancellations made on or after Monday, April 19.