NWCOA - Events

National Wildlife Control

Operators Association

Call Us: 1-855-466-9262

NWCOA is dedicated to offering training to the wildlife control industry that assists WCOs with developing strong business practices and effective technical knowledge and skills. Science-based information and research is at the forefront of all training protocol. Training is conducted by Certified NWCOA Instructors (CNIs) and Master NWCOA Instructors (MNIs). NWCOA’s training coordinator develops new curriculum based on the needs, desires and trends in the industry and continually refreshes existing courses. Training is offered regionally and during the national training event.

We also offer some of our courses online and on demand. To learn more about the on demand training, CLICK HERE. To register for those courses, please visit our learning platform, Thinkific.

Upcoming events

Switch to Calendar View

Virtual Information Night: Advocacy Campaign & Year-End Reporting

When
18 Dec 2025

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

Virtual Information Night: Advocacy Campaign & Year-End Reporting

December 18, 2025 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

Join us for an update for NWCOA members and supporters. We’ll review our 2025 accomplishments, share year-end insights, and discuss our new advocacy campaign aimed at funding a full-time advocacy position to strengthen our industry’s voice nationwide. Learn how this initiative supports your work, why it matters, and how you can get involved moving into the new year.

FREE for All!

Presenter:

Chris Lunn,

VP of NWCOA

Show details
From Infestation to Intervention: What Works in Wild Pig Control

When
8 Jan 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

From Infestation to Intervention: What Works in Wild Pig Control

January 8, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

With over 6 million wild pigs tearing through the U.S., waiting isn’t an option. In this webinar, Dr. Aaron Sumrall lays out the science, debunks the myths, and dives into the biology, behavior, and fast-evolving threats of feral swine. He will share how adaptive tools like the Pig Brig Trap System offer a smarter, more humane path forward before the damage gets worse.

FREE for All!

Presenter:

Aaron Sumrall

Pig Brig Trap Systems

Thank You to Our Sponsor!

Show details
Exhibitor/Sponsor Registration - 2026 NWCOA/NPMA Wildlife Expo

Start
10 Feb 2026

End
12 Feb 2026

Location
Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, NV

Join the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA) and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) for an educational program that will provide both technical and business-related information to professionals who are involved in wildlife management or are considering offering this valuable add-on service. With wildlife management being one of the fastest growing segments in the pest management industry, featuring your products at the annual Wildlife Expo is a winning investment for your company.

Click here to register:

Register Today

Hotel/Exhibit Location information:

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

3667 Las Vegas Blvd S

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Exhibit Hall Events & Hours

Subject to change

Tuesday, February 10

1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Exhibitor Set Up

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Welcome Reception

Wednesday, February 11

7:00 am – 8:00 am | Continental Breakfast

10:00 am – 10:15 am | Refreshment Break

12:15 pm – 1:30 pm | Lunch

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Refreshment Break

Thursday, February 12

7:30 am – 8:30 am | Continental Breakfast

9:30 am – 9:45 am | Refreshment Break

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Lunch

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Exhibitor Tear Down

Hotel information:

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

3667 Las Vegas Blvd. S

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Book your stay by January 25, 2026, to lock in the group rate of $135.63/night plus a $49.95/day resort fee. After January 25, 2026, rooms & rates are subject to availability.

BOOK NOW

Thank you to our Expo Platinum Sponsors:



Thank you to our Expo Gold Sponsors:



Thank you to our Expo Silver Sponsors:





Show details

2026 NWCOA/NPMA Wildlife Expo

Start
10 Feb 2026
8:00 AM
End
12 Feb 2026
5:00 PM
Location
Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas, NV

Registration is Open!

At the Wildlife Expo, you’ll gain a powerful mix of technical expertise and business strategies designed to help you grow. Whether you’re part of a large organization or an independent operator, this is your opportunity to strengthen your skills, discover new solutions, and take your wildlife management business to the next level.

Why attend?

Innovative Education: Stay ahead with the latest techniques and best practices from leading experts.

Valuable Connections: Build relationships with peers and industry leaders who share your challenges and goals.

Exhibit Hall Access:Experience the newest tools, technologies, and services shaping the future of wildlife management.

Professional Growth: Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and enhance your credentials.

Register by Thursday, December 18, 2025, to take advantage of early-bird pricing. After this date, prices will increase.

Questions? Email meetingsteam@pestworld.org.

Click here to register:

Hotel information:

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

3667 Las Vegas Blvd S

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Book your stay by January 25, 2026, to lock in the group rate of $135.63/night plus a $49.95/day resort fee. After January 25, 2026, rooms & rates are subject to availability.

BOOK NOW

Thank you to our Expo Platinum Sponsors:

Thank you to our Expo Gold Sponsors:

Thank you to our Expo Silver Sponsors:

Show details

Using AI to Perfect Your Paid Advertising

When
26 Feb 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

Using AI to Perfect Your Paid Advertising

February 26, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

This webinar explores how wildlife and pest control operators can leverage artificial intelligence to improve their ad performance. Learn how to use AI tools to craft better headlines, automate audience targeting, and optimize your budget for maximum ROI. Whether you manage your own ads or work with a marketing team, this session will give you actionable insights to make your paid campaigns smarter, faster, and more effective.

Presenter:

Tate Morgan

Animal Control Marketing

Show details
What’s Your Workflow Process and Why?

When
12 Mar 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

What’s Your Workflow Process and Why?

March 12, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

Do you have a process when you perform a rodent or wildlife service? Workflows are essential in the modern day Wildlife and Pest Control industries. Having a process reduces mistakes on record keeping on material applications and keeps accurate communications to staff and customers. Also when you have steps in place correctly you will have better sales opportunities. We will walk through some workflow processes that you can make your own.

Presenter:

Jackie Thornton

Alvin Pest Control, LLC
Associate Certified Entomologist

Show details
WCS New, Rediscovered and Overlooked Products

When
9 Apr 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

WCS New, Rediscovered and Overlooked Products

April 9, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

We will be featuring and explaining new products we have added to our inventory throughout the year. We will also be showing some useful tools and supplies you may not be currently using in your operations. This will be a live event with products being shown, explained, and demonstrated.

FREE for All!

Presenter:

Gregg Schumaker

Wildlife Control Supplies

Thank You to Our Sponsor!

Show details
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Safety, and Zoonotic Disease Awareness for Technicians

When
7 May 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Safety, and Zoonotic Disease Awareness for Technicians

May 7, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

This presentation will cover the basics of proper PPE, safety and zoonotic disease prevention for professionals. WCO's need to choose the proper equipment and know their limitations for the work they will be conducting. Gloves, respiratory protection, and other important PPE will be covered. Evaluating and mitigating risks associated with wildlife control will be covered. Prevention of heat stroke and exhaustion will be discussed. A few diseases of special concern will be covered including risks from ectoparasites.

Presenter:

Gregg Schumaker

Wildlife Control Supplies

Show details
Winning as a Team

When
11 Jun 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

Winning as a Team

June 11, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

Winning as a Team explores how collaboration, communication, and shared goals can elevate wildlife control operations. This session highlights practical strategies for building strong field teams, improving customer outcomes, and fostering a culture of accountability and support within your organization.

Presenter:

Stephanie Hoffer
Precision Predator Removal and Wildlife Management

Show details
Biting Pests Associated with Wildlife and Pets

When
9 Jul 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

Biting Pests Associated with Wildlife and Pets

July 9, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

This session provides an in-depth look at structural pests commonly associated with wildlife and domestic animals, including fleas, bat bugs, rodent mites, bird mites, and brown dog ticks. Attendees will learn to recognize when biting pests are present, understand each pest’s biology and importance, and accurately identify them. The session will also cover effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and treatment strategies tailored to each pest group.

Presenter:
Benjamin Hottel

Entomologist

Rollins, Inc.

Show details
A How-To with Hand Tools

When
13 Aug 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

A How-To with Hand Tools

August 13, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

Gain the confidence and skills needed to perform high-quality wildlife exclusion work using the tools you probably already have. This session provides a practical, step-by-step overview of essential hand tools, how to use them safely and efficiently, and the techniques that lead to clean, durable, and professional-grade results. Whether you're new to exclusion work or looking to sharpen your craftsmanship, you’ll walk away with clear guidance, pro tips, and a better understanding of how to get the job done right—no fancy equipment required.

Presenter:

Jon Cischke

Exclusion Masters / Mighty Mock

Show details
Branding on Social Media

When
1 Oct 2026

5:30 PM

Location
GoToWebinar

Register

Branding on Social Media

October 1, 2026 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time

(4:30pm Central, 3:30pm Mountain, 2:30pm Pacific)
GoToWebinar

Discover how to use your story, your voice, and intentional content to build a memorable social media brand. Jaclyn Ricci will guide you through the key elements of branding that attract, engage, and build trust.

Members - FREE

Non-Members - $25

Presenter:

Jaclyn Ricci,

The Lady Bug Pest & Wildlife Control

Show details