2026 OWRA Annual Conference Nov 6-8th
"Migrating Toward the Future." Join us for our 33rd Annual Wildlife Rehabilitators Association Conference!
Time & Location
Nov 06, 2026, 6:00 PM – Nov 08, 2026, 3:00 PM
Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center, 1750 State Park Road #2, 1750 Park Rd 2, Oregon, OH 43616, USA
About the event
OWRA Member pre-sale: Sept 1. Open sales: Sept 7.
Join us for the 33rd Annual OWRA Conference "Migrating Toward the Future". This year's pre-conference workshops include Introduction to Wildlife Rehabilitation, Rabies Vector Species training, Animal Behavior training and bandaging. Regular conference sessions will include species profiles, fundraising, neurological disease management and feature our guest veterinarian Dr Vincent-Sturdivant. Courses will feature beginning to advanced rehabilitation skills as well as general courses for our wildlife enthusiasts!
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Tickets
Introduction to Wildlife Rehab
Nov 6: 9am-5pm: Lunch break 12-1pm: Lunch is NOT included IWR covers wildlife rehabilitation regulations in Ohio, handling wildlife calls, neonatal care of orphaned wildlife, zoonotic diseases, stabilization and transportation of Category I species. This class, or an equivalent, is required by the Ohio Division of Wildlife to apply for a Category I Rehabilitation Permit. Registration fee includes manual, handouts and certificate of completion.
From $30.00 to $55.00
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
$55.00
+$1.38 ticket service fee
$45.00
+$1.13 ticket service fee
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Rabies Vector Species
Nov 6: 9am-5pm: Lunch break 12-1pm: Lunch is NOT included Rabies Vector Species (RVS) class encompasses current regulations, status of rabies in Ohio, special considerations in RVS rehabilitation, capture and restraint, exposure protocol, testing, species information and health considerations of raccoons, skunks, foxes and bats. This workshop, or equivalent, is required by Ohio Division of Wildlife to accept rabies vector species for rehabilitation
From $30.00 to $55.00
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
$55.00
+$1.38 ticket service fee
$45.00
+$1.13 ticket service fee
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Animal Behavior Training
Nov 6: 8am-12pm Using positive reinforcement and the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, participants will be guided through assessing an animal’s behavior, comfort, physical limitations, learning history, and environment to develop practical, individualized training plans. Full description at: https://www.owra.org/conference-details.
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
Bandaging for Mammals
Nov 6th: 8am-11am This is a hands on session where participants will practice applying the common bandages used in mammals. Examples include a padded limb bandage with stirrups, Velpeau's bandage for humerus fractures, and various splints for fracture management.
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
Fluid Therapy
Nov 6th: 11am-1:45pm (lunch break from 12-12:45pm - lunch is NOT included) Fluid therapy is one of the most common forms of treatment done in rehabilitation. In this session we will review the science behind fluid therapy, what the difference in types of fluids, the different routes of fluid administration, and end with a practical hands-on practice.
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
Friday add-on lunch
Friday lunch is NOT included with ANY workshop. If you would like to order a lunch, please do so here. Menu coming soon
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
Bandaging for Birds
Nov 6th 2-5pm This is a hands on session where participants will practice applying the common bandages used in birds. Examples include a wing, body wrap, curved edge splint for wrist injuries, shoes, tibiotarsus splints and figure of 8 bandages.
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
Everything Education (almost!)
Nov 6th: 1-5pm Join us as we explore how to conduct environmental education programs that support your mission and generate needed funds. This session covers setup, fees, volunteers, program design, formats, evaluation, and more.
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
2026 OWRA Conference Nov 6-8
Conference ticket includes icebreaker appetizers Friday evening through breakfast Sunday morning including Saturday dinner banquet. All Saturday and Sunday classes are included in the conference registration. Does NOT include pre-conference workshops.
From $125.00 to $200.00
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
$200.00
+$5.00 ticket service fee
$175.00
+$4.38 ticket service fee
$125.00
+$3.13 ticket service fee
Conference Vendor
Sale ends
Nov 08, 3:00 PM
Vendor registration includes Friday icebreaker hors d'oeuvres, Saturday breakfast/lunch and Sunday breakfast. Banquet is not included; tickets may be purchased separately.
$100.00
+$2.50 ticket service fee
Vender plus Conference bundle
This ticket provides a vendor table plus one ticket to the full conference including meals.
$225.00
+$5.63 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 3:00 PM
Saturday Banquet only
This is for the Saturday Banquet ONLY. If you are registered for the whole conference the banquet is already included.
$50.00
+$1.25 ticket service fee
Goes on sale
Sep 01, 8:00 AM
Become a Sponsor
Sale ends
Nov 08, 3:00 PM
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