Mark your calendars! NOWRA’s 2025 Onsite Wastewater Mega-Conference will take place October 19–22, 2025 at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in Sandusky, Ohio. Hosted in cooperation with the Ohio Onsite Wastewater Association (OOWA), this annual event is a collaborative effort between the National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association (NOWRA), the National Association of Wastewater Technicians (NAWT), and the State Onsite Regulators Association (SORA).
As the largest event of its kind in the industry, the Mega-Conference brings together professionals from across the country for top-tier education, training, and networking. This year’s theme, “Clean Water Strategies at the Heart of it All”, reflects a strong focus on innovative, science-based approaches to protecting water resources.
Conference highlights include:
- Opening sessions featuring updates on Lake Erie initiatives, federal partner activities, and NOWRA’s latest research and advocacy efforts
- Multiple technical session tracks, including a dedicated Service Provider track offering CEU opportunities
- A bustling exhibitor’s hall showcasing the latest in technology and services
- The fan-favorite Ro-D-Hoe backhoe competition
- An Emerging Professionals Contest with oral and poster presentations
- Optional Monday night social event and a Wednesday full-day field trip
Whether you’re an installer, regulator, educator, technician, or engineer, this conference offers something for everyone in the onsite/decentralized wastewater community. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and advance your career in a beautiful, family-friendly resort setting.
Stay tuned for registration details coming soon!
