Welcome to the 2025 WWOA Conference registration page!

We’re excited to have you join us for the Wisconsin Wastewater Operators Association (WWOA) Annual Conference — a premier event for wastewater professionals across the state. This year’s conference offers a dynamic schedule packed with Keynote speaker, technical sessions, networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall showcasing the latest industry innovations.

Whether you're a long-time member or a first-time attendee, this event is designed to support your professional growth, connect you with peers, and keep you up-to-date on the latest in wastewater management.

Please review the information below and complete your registration to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you at the conference!

Conference registration includes a 1-year 2025-2026 WWOA membership!

Membership term is September 1 through August 31. If you are already a current member, a year will be added to your membership end date. Memberships from conference registration will be added AFTER the conference. 


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New This Year – Take the DNR Certification Exam at the WWOA Conference!

We’re excited to offer a new opportunity at this year’s conference: attendees can take the DNR Operator Certification Exam on-site!

Exam Date:
Tuesday, October 14
Two sessions will be available:

  • Session 1: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  • Session 2: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

To participate, you must register directly with the DNR by submitting an exam application.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 16

For more information and to apply, visit the DNR website: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/opcert/exams.html

Don’t miss this convenient chance to get certified while attending the conference!


Early Registration Rates

DEADLINE EXTENDED - BEFORE/ON September 18, 2025

Pre-Conference Workshop (Tuesday, October 14) $60
Full Conference $200
One Day - Wednesday Only $165
One Day - Thursday Only $145
Retiree - Full Conference (Must be at least 60 years old & retired from wastewater industry) $145
Student - Full Conference $85
Student - Wednesday ONLY $65
Student - Thursday ONLY $55

 

Late Registration Rates

ON September 19, 2025

Pre-Conference Workshop (Tuesday, October 14) $60
Full Conference $260
One Day - Wednesday Only $225
One Day - Thursday Only $205
Retiree - Full Conference (Must be at least 60 years old & retired from wastewater industry) $205
Student - Full Conference $100
Student - Wednesday ONLY $80
Student - Thursday ONLY $70

Additional Functions:

  • Golf Outing (Tuesday, October 14) - 10:00 AM Shotgun start at Fox Hollow Golf Course | W4131 Co Rd O, La Crosse, WI 54601.
    • $95/person - cost includes golf with cart, 18 holes, hole prizes and door prizes, appetizers, and boxed lunch with two drink tickets.

  • Sporting Clays (Tuesday, October 14) - 10:00 AM shotgun start at Woods and Meadow Hunting Preserve | N4335 Potter Road, Warrens, WI 54666
    • $70/person - cost includes 50 target shoot, Lewis Class, and lunch included (please bring your own shells, since shells may not be available at Club)
    • Prizes: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Team & Individuals
    • Station Sponsor: $50 each
    • Major Sponsors: $100+
    • Cash bar on-site after shoot!

  • Bike Outing (Tuesday, October 14) - Start/Finish 905 Joseph Houska Park Dr., La Crosse, WI 54601 (La Crosse WWTP) | 15 miles out, 15 miles back.
    • 10:00 AM meet up
    • $30/person
    • Cost includes continental breakfast, meal & drinks after ride at location to be determined
  • Operator Business lunch (Thursday, October 16, 2025) - $30

  • Awards Banquet (Thursday, October 16, 2025) - $45

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Registration Policies:

  • Requests for refunds of conference registration must be made in writing and postmarked on or before September 23, 2025 to be considered. Requests for refunds of conference registration postmarked after September 23, 2025, will not be honored unless they are requested as a result of serious illness, death in the family, or other unforeseeable emergency.

WWOA

The Wisconsin Wastewater Operators' Association's (WWOA) mission is to foster an environment that promotes the teaching and sharing of knowledge within the water industry. We do this by providing education, innovation, collaboration, promotion, and connection within the water industry.