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2027 Annual Conference ATTENDEE Registration

The 2027 Rural Water Annual Conference

Monday, February 22, 2027 at 12:00 AM (MST) to Friday, February 26, 2027 at 1:00 AM (MST)
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At the Rural Water Association of Utah, we focus on providing Utah’s drinking water and wastewater sector with the highest quality training and assistance available – including hosting the best conferences in the industry.

Registration Opens December 1, 2026

NEW ITEMS THIS YEAR

  • Monday: Operator Certification classes start earlier this year! Wastewater Certification for Lagoons will start at 8:30 am and Math classes for Water and Wastewater Operator Certification attendees will begin at 10:00 am. These attendees may check in at the front desk at 9:00 am on Monday.
  • Vendor Study Hall: Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning the vendors in the Exhibit Hall will participate in a new Operator Vendor Study Hall to help operators study for their exams on Friday.
  • Friday: BONUS Training sessions available (Board and Council Member Certification, Flagger Training Certification, and Concealed Carry Permit) as well as Operator Certification exams.
  • Lunch Lines: as in previous years, two buffet lines will be staged in the Exhibit Hall; however, one will be on the East wall, and the other will be on the South wall. An additional lunch line will be available in Ballroom E, as well.

VIEW 2026 CONFERENCE AGENDA HERE

(2027 agenda coming soon)
Q:
A:		 My company/system is a member of Rural Water Association of Utah, but I only see "nonmember" tickets. What's wrong?
You must be logged in to the website in order to get the member discount. If you are having trouble logging in, feel free to e-mail admin@rwau.net for help.
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A:		 Which conference ticket should I register for?
If you are already certified: you are probably going to the conference for just CEUs and should select a "Regular Conference" ticket. If you want to earn even more CEUs, or if you need Cross Connection CEUs, you should select a "Regular + Tuesday Bundle" ticket. 
If you need to get certified: select the Water Operator Certification, Wastewater Operator Certification, or Cross Connection Control Program Administrator Certification. 
Attendees cannot attend certification courses and CEU classes at the same time.
Q:
A:		 I need to get certified in water (or wastewater), which "class placement" should I pick?
It depends on your system's size and needs. Your supervisor or director should know which level of certification you need. Otherwise, you will need to ask DDW (water) or DWQ (wastewater), directly. 
Q:
A:		 I need 0.6 Cross Connection CEUs. Can I earn these at the conference?
Yes! Register for Tuesday (either standalone or part of the bundle ticket) for the opportunity to attend the Cross Connection CEU track in Ballroom A. On Tuesday there will be a sign-in sheet passed around the room, and you MUST get your name on the sheet for credit, no exceptions.
Q:
A:		 Is Tuesday part of "Regular Conference"?
No, Tuesday is an optional add-on ticket. For a discounted price, an attendee can select the "Regular Conference + Tuesday Bundle" ticket and earn 0.6 CEUs more than if they had attended "Regular Conference". Tuesday is also the only oppurtunity to earn Cross Connection CEUs during the week.
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A:		 Is it possible to attend the golf scramble and/or sporting clays event, and Tuesday classes?
Unfortunately, no. It is not possible to attend the Tuesday's activities (golf and/or shooting) and Tuesday trainings, you will need to pick one or the other.
Q:
A:		 Can someone help me register a large group of people?
Yes! Kelsey Johnson, the Conference Coordinator is willing to help any large group get registered for the conference. Please e-mail kelsey.johnson@rwau.net.
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I need to make a hotel reservation, what day should I plan to arrive?
If you are registering for a certification course, you should plan to arrive on Monday around noon and check in to your hotel Monday evening. If you are registering for "Regular Conference + Tuesday," you should plan to arrive at the conference center on Tuesday morning and check in to your hotel on Tuesday evening. If you are registering for "Regular Conference," you should plan to arrive on Wednesday morning and check in to your hotel on Wednesday evening. 
For checking out of your hotel, many people will want to stay for Friday's training sessions or certification exams and checking out of your hotel Friday morning is likely the best fit for most attendees. 
Q:
A:		 What is going on Friday at the conference center?
Pre-registered certification exams are scheduled for Friday, plus a Concealed Carry Permit class, Flagger Certification class, and a free UOSH Safety Training class. Attendees MUST register SEPARATELY for their certification exams.
Q:
A:		 How do I register for an exam?
Once you register for a water or wastewater operator certification ticket, a confirmation e-mail will be sent with all the instructions, links, and deadlines required for exam registration. Exam registration for the conference is handled directly with the respective state agency (DDW or DWQ).
Q:
A:		 I missed the exam deadline for a water operator certification or cross connection control, what should I do?
Not a problem! Rural Water Assoc. of Utah works with the Division of Drinking Water to provide any water operator or cross connection control exams at our Bluffdale office or other locations. Click here for more information.
Q:
A:		 I missed the exam deadline for a wastewater operator certification, what should I do?
Visit the DWQ certification website for future exam dates and information.
Q:
A:		 When is the Drinking Water Board Meeting?
Thursday morning at 9 am.
Q:
A:		 When does the Exhibit Hall open?
Wednesday morning.
Q:
A:		 When is the Keynote Session?
We are no longer holding a Keynote Session at RWAU Annual Conferences. Instead, we are holding an "Opening Session and Awards Presentation" on Wednesday morning to kickoff the conference!
Q:
A:		 I have a family member receiving an award. When is the Awards Presentation, and do I need to buy a ticket?
The Opening Session and Awards Presentation is Wednesday morning in the Garden Room. Family members who are visiting for just this meeting do not need to register, come on in!

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 What is the Rural Water Service Project?
The Rural Water Service Project for 2027 is a Red Cross Blood Drive, where attendees can take a break from classes and donate blood for the Red Cross. The blood drive will take place in the Garden Room on Wednesday afternoon. (Participation is free for attendees.)

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 I have a food allergy/intolerance, will I be able to eat the provided meals at the conference?
The Dixie Convention Center can accommodate food allergies and intolerances, but we need to know ahead of time. Please e-mail kelsey.johnson@rwau.net to request allergy/intolerance meals for your time at the conference center.

There are many hotels to choose from in the St. George area. The hotels listed here have offered our attendees a discounted rate. Unless otherwise noted, when making your reservations with these hotels, mention you are with the Rural Water conference to get the specialty rate. Attendees can also access exclusive discounted rates through the Engine app and website. Simply scan the QR code below to access these discounts through the app and view participating hotels to book your stay. Rooms in St. George fill up quickly, and most discounts expire about a month before the Conference—so make your reservations early!

Fairfield Inn click here or call 435-673-6066
Holiday Inn click here or call 435-628-8007
Hyatt Place click here or call 435-656-8686
Tru by Hilton click here or call 435-634-7768

  1. Create your Engine account

  2. Book your travel (hotel, flight, car)

  3. Earn your rewards

Need help? Contact Maxine at maxine.marion@engine.com

Exhibitor List

Map

Exhibit Hall

Garden Room

Hallway Space

For More Information:

Kelsey Johnson
Kelsey Johnson, Cross Connection Control Program Administrator
Conference & Cross Connection Coordinator Rural Water Association of Utah (801)756-5123
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CEU Credits:

You must fill in your Water / Wastewater / Cross Connection Certification number(s) if you want to receive CEU Credits

Not sure of your numbers? Look them up here: 

WATER CERT # LOOKUP

WW CERT # LOOKUP

CCCPAC # LOOKUP

- MAKE SURE YOU ARE LOGGED IN BEFORE YOU REGISTER TO GET THE MEMBER RATES -

You must be logged in to your member profile and have a current membership to access the member rates for this event.

If you check out as a guest without logging in to your member profile, or your membership has expired, you will only see the nonmember rates.