2026 WWA/WACD Annual Conference

Rivers, Rangelands, & Resources

November 18–20, 2026 | Laramie, Wyoming
University of Wyoming Conference Center
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What you can expect

  • Informative presentations on current Wyoming water and conservation issu
  • Updates on topics affecting water users, landowners, agriculture, and natural resources
  • Opportunities to hear from state and regional experts
  • Conversations focused on the connection between Wyoming’s rivers, rangelands, resources and communities
  • Networking with colleagues from across the state
  • An off-site tour highlighting local projects and resources

Schedule

The conference will feature a mix of presentations, discussions, networking opportunities, and opportunities to connect with others working throughout Wyoming’s water and conservation communities.

9:30 am – Registration Opens

10:30 am – Trade Show Opens 

11:30 am – Luncheon Main Room General Session & Opening Ceremonies 

12:15 pm – Keynote Speaker

7:00 am – Breakfast Buffet & Registration

8:00-11:45 am Mini Sessions

12:00 pm – Luncheon

1:00 pm –  Agency Updates

2:30-5:15 pm Sessions

5:30 pm – Banquet – Social Hour with Cash Bar  

6:30 pm – Prime Rib Dinner, Silent Auctions

8 pm – Silent Auctions End

8:15 am – WWA Membership Meeting 

9:30-11:15 – Sessions

11:30 am – Convention Adjourns – Safe Travels 

Conference Registration

Registration is now open!
We look forward to seeing you in Laramie!

Sponsor

Support the 2026 WWA/WACD Annual Conference and connect your organization with water, conservation, agriculture, and natural resource professionals from across Wyoming. 

Exhibit

Showcase your organization, products, or services to conference attendees. Exhibitor spaces provide an opportunity to connect with professionals and build relationships throughout Wyoming’s water and conservation communities.

Speak

Interested in sharing your expertise at the conference? We are looking for speakers to address timely topics and issues affecting Wyoming’s water, land, agriculture, and conservation communities.

Hotel & Travel Information

Planning to attend from out of town? Find information on conference lodging, hotel blocks, directions, and travel details to help make your trip to Laramie easy.

Hotels

We recommend booking your hotel room as soon as possible, as room availability is limited and the conference block will fill quickly.

Hilton Garden Inn

$119

Call (307) 745-5500

Hampton Inn

$116

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Holiday Inn

$109

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Quality Inn

$75

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