Special Events

The NEWEA Spring Meeting & Exhibit offers the following additional events and activities for attendees:

Opening Session & Lunch:  Wednesday, June 7, 11:30am
Start the meeting off right by participating in the opening session. See who’s speaking >>.  All registered attendees are welcome to attend.

President’s Reception: Wednesday, June 7; 4:30pm
Join NEWEA’s President Robert Fischer and NYWEA President Donna Grudier for a networking reception to kick off the Spring Meeting & Exhibit.  All registered attendees are welcome to attend.

Young Professionals Meet & Greet: Wednesday, June 7, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at High Rock Park
Chill out with us after a long day of presentations! Please join the Young Professionals for barbecue and drinks in High Rock Park. Special thanks to F.R. Mahony and Siewert Equipment for sponsoring the event!

Fun Run/Walk:Thursday, Thursday, June 8, 7:00 – 8:00am
For early risers and people who like to exercise, we have fun walks/runs in the Village of Saratoga Springs, both Thursday and Friday mornings (see programs page 17). Sign up at Registration Desk.

Operations Challenge Competition:  Thursday, June 8, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Operators from throughout the Northeast will compete in five categories.  The top teams will be sent to compete in the national competition during WEFTEC in Chicago, IL in October. Come and watch the best wastewater collection and treatment personnel display their skills.  Separate registration for teams. Register>>

Operations Challenge Awards/5S Ceremony: Thursday, June 8, 4:30pm
Join us for a great networking reception in the exhibit area and see who’s being inducted into the 5S Society! Included as part of the full meeting registration.  Those attending on Monday will need to purchase a ticket separately. Register online >>

Fun Run/Walk: Friday, June 9, 7:00 – 8:00am
For early risers and people who like to exercise, we have fun walks/runs in the Village of Saratoga Springs, both Thursday and Friday mornings (see program page 17). Sign up at Registration Desk.

Stormwater Tour: Friday, June 9, 12:30pm
In the Saratoga Spa State Park Tour, learn about the Brook trout habitat restoration of Geyser Creek with a focus on stormwater BMPs in the Park. Following the State Park Tour, the County Stormwater Tour introduces its stormwater management and green infrastructure practices around Saratoga Springs. (See program page 17.) Sign up at Registration Desk.