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Promoting sustainable ground water development and management for maximum beneficial use without waste or contamination.




UPCOMING EVENTS

    • 08/07/2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • 08/09/2026
    • 12:00 PM
    • Pelton Park
    Register

    OGWA Picnic-Campout

    Pelton Park - August 7-9, 2026

    Click Here for more information.

    Map of Pelton Park

    There are still many of the original 67 total campsites to be reserved.  AS OF JUNE 17TH, ALL YOMES AND CABINS ARE OCCUPIED.  If you have any questions about the campout, please email us at office@ogwa.org.

    All site reservations will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. See campground map.

    No more than 6 people and/or 2 vehicles allowed per site.

    *Sunday night stay is based on availability of campsites. Call the OGWA office for further information.

    Boat? Watercraft? Moorage available by calling (541) 475-0516 or visiting PeltonParkMarina.com

    Friday, August 7
    2:00 p.m. – Campsite Check-in (or as campsites become available)
    7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Potluck/Cooking Contest

    • Adult: Main Dish and Salad
    • Children: Dessert (1st and 2nd place)

    Saturday, August 8
    7:00 a.m. – Morning Coffee
    7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Breakfast provided by the OGWA Memorial Fund Committee
    9:30 a.m. – Annual Horseshoe Tournament (near the volleyball net)
    10:00 a.m. – Noon – Children’s Games & Activities (Piñata & Snow Cones)
    9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Family Fun Time
    5:30 p.m. – Oysters on the BBQ
    6:30 p.m. – “Beach Party” Themed Dinner
    7:30 p.m. – Bingo with lots of great prizes
    8:30 p.m. – Ice Cream & S’mores Sundaes

    Sunday, August 9
    7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Morning Coffee and Breakfast Leftovers
    10:00 a.m. – Camp cleanup and load OGWA trailer (help appreciated!)
    12:00 p.m. – Campsite Check-out

    Note: Schedule subject to change.

    If you have any other questions, call the OGWA office at (503) 390 -7080.

    • 10/23/2026
    • 6:30 AM
    • 10/24/2026
    • 4:00 PM
    • Redmond, OR
    Register

    Oregon Ground Water Association Fall Convention

    October 23-24, 2026
    Eagle Crest Resort
    Redmond, Oregon

    Dear Friends of the Oregon Ground Water Association:

    Welcome to the OGWA 2026 Fall Convention at Eagle Crest! We once again have a great lineup of classes and events for you to experience while you are here!

    Your continued efforts and participation are vital to grow our voice and speak up for groundwater professionals within the state and for the industry.

    Take a few moments to review this information and register today! And don’t forget to reserve your hotel room as well.

    See you in Oregon!
    Dave Schulenberg Executive Director, OGWA

    Click here to download a PDF version of the registration form & brochure.

    Preliminary Schedule of Class Topics (Subject to change)


    Venue and Hotel Information

    Eagle Crest Resort
    1522 Cline Falls Rd. Redmond, Oregon 97756
    (855) 682-4786

    The OGWA has reserved a block of rooms (1 bedroom suites, 2 and 3 bedroom condos and double queen room) for our event, with rates ranging from $140 to $239 a night (depending on type of room). To make a reservation for a sleeping room, you must call (855) 682-4786, no later than September 19, 2026.


ANNUAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES


Spring Technical Convention

The OGWA Spring Technical Convention is hosted in Wilsonville Oregon. This includes hazmat, first aid and safety training. Biennially is the manufactures and vendors exhibition. Come join us at the spring convention.

Oregon Ag Fest

Each year, the OGWA hosts a booth at the Oregon Ag Festival at the Salem Fairgrounds. With thousands of attendees, this is an opportunity for professionals to educate and inform the public about the groundwater industry and groundwater in our state. Get involved with the OGWA at Ag Fest!

OGWA Picnic Campout

Join us at the annual OGWA Picnic! Every year OGWA members assemble at Pelton Park campgrounds in Madras Oregon. The event consists of barbeques, games, activities and prizes. Bring the family and come relax!


Fall Convention

The OGWA Fall Convention is hosted at the Eagle Crest Resort in Redmond Oregon. Groundwater professionals can receive continuing education credits and sharpen their skills. Fall convention hosts the OGWA general membership meeting and the annual golf tournament. Biennially is the OGWA scholarship fund auction. Come join us at the OGWA Fall Convention!



Contact Us

2755 Commercial St. SE
STE 101-333
Salem, OR 97302 


Phone: (503) 390-7080
Fax: (614) 898-7786
E-mail: ogwa@ogwa.org

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