Join us in La Crosse January 18-21, 2024, for the 100th Midwinter Conference. The Midwinter Conference is full of planning, learning and fun, and has become the can’t miss event of the year. (Scroll to the bottom of the page for registration and housing information.)
The weekend begins on Thursday, January 18th with move in and set up. The American Legion Foundation Meeting will be held at 5:00 PM.
Friday, January 19th come and witness the work of the Department Committees and Commissions in action as they work on ways to improve the lives of Veterans, their families, and their communities. That evening, enjoy the many hospitality rooms and meet the future leaders of The American Legion.
Saturday, January 20th is the day for ALL LEGIONNAIRES. There will be a full day of learning. Classes include some of your favorites such as Officer Courses, Funeral Honors, Service Officer training, and back by popular demand M-1 Garand.
NEW this year is American Legion Programs Spotlight and Q&A. The Americanism Committee, including the Program Chairs, will be giving overviews of The American Legion Programs and allow for panel discussions and Q&A.
Also NEW this year is Peer Mentor Training in partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin. Wondering how you can ‘Be The One’? This training will educate you on how to be that ‘One’ for someone who is struggling and give you the resources to guide them in the right direction.
Join Commander Karl on Saturday night for the Recruit the Next You Celebration. Sign up your new recruit for the banquet and be registered for prizes. There will also be an initiation of the new recruits in attendance. This will be a nautical theme with a delicious buffet and live music.
The American Legion Auxiliary will also be holding a session on Saturday, and the Sons of The American Legion will be holding sessions on Friday and Saturday.
Sunday, January 21st join the Chaplains for a Four Chaplains service, followed by the Department Executive Committee.
You will leave the weekend more knowledgeable of The American Legion and its many Leadership positions and programs and energized to go out and share this information with your fellow veterans and communities.
HOUSING INFORMATION:
Courtyard by Marriott Holiday Inn & Suites
500 Front Street 200 Pearl Street
La Crosse, WI 54601 La Crosse, WI 54602
608-782-1000 608-784-4444
Radisson Hotel La Crosse
200 Harborview Plaza
La Crosse, WI 54601
2-Night Minimum Stay
608-784-6680- Directly to hotel M-F 9 am-5 pm or 800-333-3333 24 hours- ask for ‘American Legion Rate’ (Cannot call and book until after October 30th)
2024 MW Registration Form (f) (pdf)
Download2024 MW Vendor Letter (pdf)
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