Event Information

This meeting is scheduled for September 8–11, 2026, in Bar Harbor, Maine. Travel days are scheduled for the 8th and 11th. These CLA Regional Meetings unite members to strengthen professional connections, enhance leadership capabilities, and discuss critical corrections issues impacting both the region and the broader field. 

Corporate Partner Company Representatives 
 
As a reminder, for 2026 regional meetings:

• Gold Partners: Limited to two (2) company representatives

• Silver Partners: Limited to two (2) company representatives

• Bronze Partners: Limited to one (1) regional meeting per year, which includes one (1) company representative

Partner representative registrations are non-transferable.
“Tag teaming” or rotating attendees is not permitted. Each registered representative must be the individual who attends the meeting.

CLA Associates (former DOC Directors)

Associates may attend all regional meetings for $500 per meeting. This registration provides full access to open sessions and scheduled meals. Associates do not count against the company numbers. 

Thursday Afternoon Activities 

Commissioner Randall Liberty is pleased to highlight Bar Harbor Maine with an afternoon built around outdoor experiences in its coastal setting. This time is intentionally set aside to step outside the meeting space, take in the harbor and trails, and reset in a way that supports both personal energy and professional focus for the remainder of the conference.

Once you sign up, we ask that you commit to your selected activity, since a spot will be reserved specifically for you. If your plans change, please let us know as soon as possible so we can adjust accordingly. 

Guided Sea Kayaking Tour – Frenchman Bay
Paddle through the calm waters of Frenchman Bay on a guided sea kayaking experience with scenic views of the surrounding coastline and islands. Along the way, guides share local insight as you explore the natural beauty and marine wildlife of the area.

Site Seeing Tour – Acadia National Park (Bus Tour)
Travel comfortably through Acadia National Park in executive-style buses with large viewing windows designed for optimal sightseeing. The tour includes a drive to the summit of Cadillac Mountain with stops for photos and sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.

Explore Bar Harbor on your own!

Bar Harbor is a charming coastal town with lots to offer. Get ideas for your own afternoon here!

Registration 

All attendees must be registered by August 8th, 2026.

Partners & Associates: 
A $75 late registration fee will apply to registrations submitted after August 8, 2026.
An additional $100 onsite registration fee will be charged for onsite registrations. 

Airport 

We recommend flying into the Bangor International Airport (BGR). There are a handful of airports within a three-hour radius of the resort; they are listed below. The 8th and 11th are travel days. 

We recommend renting a car as transportation services may be limited in the area.

Attire

New England Classic 
Preppy & Coastal 

Schedule 

You can view the tentative CLA 2026 Northeast Region Meeting Agenda here. We will have an event app that will include the speakers, locations, session descriptions, resources, partners, attendee list, and much more!