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
Guests
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
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
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
$55.00
+$1.38 ticket service fee
$45.00
+$1.13 ticket service fee
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Rabies Vector Species
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
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
$55.00
+$1.38 ticket service fee
$45.00
+$1.13 ticket service fee
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
Let’s Go Birding!
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
Nov 6: 8am-12pm Grab your binoculars (or borrow ours) and join in on a fun, hands-on introduction to birding! This session will be facilitated by Jamey Emmert, Avian Education Coordinator with the Ohio Division of Wildlife. Weather permitting, much of the time will be outdoors exploring the park and putting bird identification skills to work in the field. Whether you’re an experienced birder or just beginning to spread your wings, come ready to look, listen, learn, and enjoy!
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
Animal Behavior Training
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
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
Bandaging for Mammals
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
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
Fluid Therapy
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
Nov 6th: 11am-2pm (lunch break from 12-1pm - 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
Friday add-on lunch
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Nov 01, 5:00 PM
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
Bandaging for Birds
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
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
Everything Education (almost!)
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Nov 06, 5:00 PM
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
2026 OWRA Conference Nov 6-8
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Nov 08, 3:00 PM
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
$200.00
+$5.00 ticket service fee
$175.00
+$4.38 ticket service fee
$125.00
+$3.13 ticket service fee
Conference Vendor
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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
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Nov 01, 3:05 PM
This ticket provides a vendor table plus one ticket to the full conference including meals.
$225.00
+$5.63 ticket service fee
Saturday Banquet only
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Nov 01, 8:38 AM
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
Become a Sponsor
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Nov 08, 3:00 PM
From $25.00 to $1,500.00
$1,500.00
$1,000.00
$500.00
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