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GLWA/MWEA Training Classes 2026
1/1/2026 - 12/31/2026
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Operations Challenge Program Sponsorship 2026
1/1/2026 - 10/1/2026
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Operations Training Classes: 2026 Spring
1/1/2026 - 6/30/2026
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2026 Inductee 5-S Donations
4/1/2026 - 7/31/2026
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32nd Annual MWEA Scholarship Golf Outing
5/20/2026

Registration is Full for this event

Northern MI Committee Tour and Lunch: East Jordan
5/21/2026
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2026 WFP Paddle with Purpose at MWEA's 101st Annual Conference
6/15/2026
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MWEA 101st Annual Conference - Exhibit / Sponsor
6/15/2026 - 6/18/2026
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MWEA 101st Annual Conference Golf Scramble
6/15/2026
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MWEA's 101st Annual Conference
6/15/2026 - 6/18/2026
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MWEA Member Appreciation Detroit Tigers Game
8/14/2026
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MWEA PFAS Seminar
8/20/2026
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Section 11 Annual Golf Outing @ The Timbers
9/25/2026
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Events in the next 60 days...
5/20/2026
Registration is full, please email swicks@mi-wea.org if you are interested in being put on a waitlist. 

Enjoy a Day on the Links with Colleagues!

The 32nd Annual Scholarship Fund Golf Outing to benefit 4 MWEA Scholarships:
- Jack H. Wagner Scholarship
- John P. Hennessey Scholarship
- Antenore C. "Butch" Davanzo Scholarship
- WRRT Future Leader Scholarships
Thank You to our EVENT Sponsor(s):








Thank You to our BLOODY MARY BAR Sponsor:




Thank you to our HOLE Sponsors:
Actemium
Applied Science, Inc.
Commerce Controls, Inc.
Core and Main
Detroit Pump
DuBois Cooper Associates
FH Paschen
Fleis & VandenBrink
Giffels Webster
Hamlett Environmental Technologies
Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc.
Jacobs
Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd.
Kennedy Industries
Peterson and Matz
Prime Controls
USALCO
Waterworks Systems & Equipment

Sponsor registration closes Wednesday, May 6th to guarantee printing for event signage!

Golfer spots usually sell-out so register soon to guarantee your spot! 

5/21/2026

 

Register Now for our Northern Michigan Tour and Lunch in East Jordan!
 

FREE TO ATTEND!                         ALL ARE WELCOME!


Join us for an exclusive networking opportunity and guided tour of the City of East Jordan Wastewater Treatment Plant! Discover the latest advancements in wastewater technology, gain insights from industry experts, and connect with peers in the field. This tour offers a hands-on look at sustainable practices and innovative solutions in wastewater management. Whether you're looking to stay current on industry practices or simply spend an afternoon engaging with peers, this event is a great opportunity to do both.

When: Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 11AM - 2PM
Timing: Plant tour at 11am, Lunch at 12:30am

What: Plant tour of the City of East Jordan WWTP with lunch to follow. 
LUNCH Address: Coming Soon

Thank you to our Lunch Sponsors:
  *Your company logo and website linked here.   
 

 

5/27/2026
Course Title: Fundamentals of Maintenance Practices 1
Description: Persons completing this class wil have a better base of knowledge and/or skills towards contribution to the overall success of any maintenance program.
 
 
Precourse Requirement: None    
Instructor: Jared Grabinski
5/28/2026
Course Title: Fundamentals of Maintenance Practices 2
Description: This course takes the concept of providing proper training for maintenance staff to the next level. After completing this class, attendees will have a better base knowledge of any maintenance program.
 
 
Precourse Requirement: None  ( Maintenance 1 recommended)    
Instructor: Jared Grabinski
6/15/2026 - 6/18/2026
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MWEA's 101st Annual Conference
June 15-18, 2026  |  Boyne Falls, MI
Conference, Meals, Exhibits and Lodging: 
Boyne Mountain Resort


NEW for 2026: the conference is shifting to a MONDAY - THURSDAY format.

MONDAY, June 15
Golf Scramble
Canoe/Kayak Trip
Welcome Reception

TUESDAY, June 16
Opening Session
Technical Sessions
Exhibit Night

WEDNESDAY, June 17
Award Ceremonies
Technical Sessions

THURSDAY, June 18
Technical Sessions
Closing Session


For complete Annual Conference information, visit the main AC webpage.
6/15/2026

Don’t miss one of the most fun and talked-about events of Annual Conference—the Golf Scramble!

Grab your team and hit the course for a four-person scramble packed with great competition, prizes, and unbeatable views. We’ll be awarding prizes for top teams, plus extras for Longest Drive and Closest to the Pin.

Spots fill quickly—lock in your team early!

Day-Of Schedule (Monday, June 15th)
10:00 AM – Check-In
11:00 AM – Shotgun Start

Set against the stunning backdrop of Boyne Mountain, The Monument offers panoramic views of Deer Lake and a course that’s as fun as it is scenic. With its open, playable layout, you’ll have plenty of chances to let it rip off the tee—and forgiving greens that keep things moving.

Thank You to Our Event Sponsors

Thank You to Our Hole Sponsors

Commerce Controls, Inc.
Cummins Sales and Service
Detroit Pump & Manufacturing Co.
DuBois Cooper Associates
Fishbeck

Hazen and Sawyer
Job Site Services, Inc.
Jones and Henry Engineers, Ltd. 
Kennedy Solutions Inc. 

Peterson and Matz Inc. 
SAK Construction LLC
The Sherwin-Williams Paint Company, Protective & Marine Division

USALCO
VEGA Americas
Velocity Pump and Controls

Wade Trim 
6/15/2026

Join us for Paddle With Purpose, part of the 101st Annual Conference, and enjoy a relaxing paddle along the scenic Bear River while supporting a great cause.

This beginner-friendly river is slow moving and typically 2–6 feet deep, making it a great option for all experience levels. Canoe and kayak rentals are provided by Bear River Canoe Livery. Your trip includes parking, life jackets (PFDs), and paddles.

Participants will meet in the Mountain Grand Lodge main lobby at 11:45 AM. Transportation is not provided, so carpooling is encouraged. The launch site is approximately a 5-minute drive from the resort.

Registration Options:

  • Solo Kayak: $65 (includes $40 rental + $25 donation to Water For People)

  • Two-Person Canoe: $100 (includes $50 rental + $25 per person donation)

Proceeds from this event support Water For People, whose mission is to provide access to safe drinking water and sanitation services through sustainable, community-driven solutions.

Come enjoy the outdoors, connect with fellow attendees, and make an impact.

6/24/2026
Purpose and Fundamentals of Wastewater Treatment

This course appropriately begins with the water cycle. It is an overview of the wastewater treatment process, beginning to end. This gives the individual the concepts of the entirety and impact of the work done in treatment plants. 

This class is excellent for those new to the profession and those who have had a limited scope of job duties. This will be a unique opportunity of great value to persons providing products and services in the wastewater industry. 


 
Topics Covered:
  • Why We Treat Wastewater
  • Collections System
  • Basic Laboratory Analysis
  • Sources of Wastewater
  • Treatment Plant
  • Health and Safety
  • Mechanical Equipment
  • Effluent Disposal
  • Emerging Issues 






CEC Information:
0.5 Tech WW CECs
EGLE Code: 2424

Registration Costs:

MWEA/WEF Member - $95
*Non-member - $215

Instructor: Mark Houle
7/9/2026

Join Us for the Lagoon Operators Committee Tour, Meeting & Lunch!

CONNECT    GROW    LEARN


The Lagoon Operators Committee invites you to an upcoming gathering designed to foster collaboration, connection, and knowledge-sharing among lagoon system professionals. This special event will include a facility tour, committee meeting, and lunch — offering a valuable opportunity to engage with peers from across the industry.

In alignment with the committee’s mission to bring together wastewater lagoon professionals, regulators, engineers, and manufacturer representatives to share ideas and solve problems related to lagoons, this meeting will focus on discussing current challenges, highlighting innovative solutions, and providing updates on lagoon-related initiatives throughout the state.

When: Thursday, July 9, 2026. Time TBD

Timing: TBD
Speaker Topic:TBD

What: A Committee meeting with lunch and networking and a tour to follow. CECs will be provided.

Where: City of Yale

(Includes Seminars, Committee Meetings, Training Workshops, and More)