Vernal Poolooza 2026 
SPONSOR & ENGAGEMENT 
OPPORTUNITIES

The Ohio Wetlands Association is proud to announce the 2026 Vernal Poolooza Conference!

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This fun and engaging 3-day conference will be held on April 9th through the 11th at Sauder Village – 22611 State Route 2, Archbold, Ohio 43502.  This well-attended conference offers valuable opportunities for networking and gaining knowledge about these unique ecosystems known as vernal pools.

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Vernal Poolooza 2026 will feature discussions with EPA H2Ohio, Black Swamp Conservation and Mark Dilley, with MAD Scientist Association.

 

Field trips will include excursions to Oak Openings Preserve, Goll Woods Nature Preserve and Weisgerber-Pohlmann Nature Preserve – just to name a few!

 

Midwest Biodiversity Institute will provide a lab workshop for participants to have hands-on experience to learn about macroinvertebrates.

 

As part of this fun-filled educational event, ODNR will be showing its documentary film WILD AT HEART.  Participants will be able to experience Ohio’s Natural Wonders on the large screen. 

 

There will be students, volunteer naturalists, park managers, landowners and environmental educators, and nature enthusiasts from around the state.

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Participating in the conference is an easy way to join Ohio Wetland members who are passionate about sharing the importance of vernal pools and wetlands.

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CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY!​​​

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For Hotel Accommodation Details - Click HERE.

 

If you are interested in presenting at the 2026 conference, please send an email to joyce@ohwetlands.org.

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