North Carolina Ground Water Association upcoming events

Book Your Room for the NCGWA Convention! (01/27/2027)

Wed, 27 Jan 2027 05:00:00 GMT

Save the Date & Book Your Room!

Join us for the 2027 Winter Event, January 27–29, 2027!

While event registration is not open yet, you can reserve your hotel room now using the group block information below. We recommend securing your room early to take advantage of the group rate.

Hotel Reservations

Great Wolf Lodge
Phone: (866) 751-9653
Website: www.greatwolf.com
Reference/Block Code: 2701NCGW

When making your reservation:

Book your room for January 27–29, 2027
Let the reservation agent know you are part of the association
Provide the Reference/Block Code: 2701NCGW
The first night’s room and tax are required as a deposit and must be paid using a major credit card

Important Hotel Deadline

Hotel reservations must be made by Monday, December 28, 2026.

Please note that booking your hotel room does not register you for the event. Event registration will open at a later date, and additional details will be shared as soon as registration becomes available.

Tentative Event Schedule

Here is a brief look at the overall schedule to help you plan your trip.

Wednesday, January 27

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
NCWCC Exam Prep Course

Thursday, January 28

12:00 p.m.
NCGWA Board Meeting

3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Classes

5:00 p.m.
Reception

6:00 p.m.
Dinner and Auction

Friday, January 29

8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Classes

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Exhibits Open for All

12:00 p.m.
Business Meeting

1:00 p.m.
Lunch

We are working hard to finalize class topics and additional event details. Registration information will be sent out soon.

We look forward to seeing you in January!

81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow — Exhibitors/Sponsors/Advertisers (01/28/2027)

Thu, 28 Jan 2027 05:00:00 GMT

NCGWA 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow

Exhibitors/Sponsors/Advertisers

Click here to download/print the PDF version of this registration.

Join the North Carolina Ground Water Association for the 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow, January 28–29, 2027, at Great Wolf Lodge in Concord, North Carolina.

This annual event brings together groundwater professionals for educational sessions, industry updates, networking, exhibits, and opportunities to connect with fellow professionals from across the state.

Booth registration includes a 10' x 6' booth with draping, a skirted table and two chairs, and two complimentary booth representatives. Additional booth representatives may be added for $55 per person. All booth representatives may attend event sessions at no additional cost and are also welcome to attend the Thursday night banquet.

Location
Great Wolf Lodge
10175 Weddington Rd.
Concord, NC 28027

Hotel Information

NCGWA has secured a limited block of rooms at Great Wolf Lodge at a group rate of $104++ per night. Rooms are available on a first come, first served basis.

Use Group Code: 2701NCGW when making your reservation to receive the group rate.

The group rate is available until December 29, 2026, or until the room block is filled, whichever comes first.

To reserve your room, contact Great Wolf Lodge at (866) 925-9653 and mention that you are attending the NCGWA event.

Please note that attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations.

Event Schedule

Wednesday, January 27

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
NCWCC Exam Prep Course

Thursday, January 28

8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Room B – NCWCC Exam

12:00 p.m.
Room A – NCGWA Board Meeting

3:00–4:00 p.m.
Room A – Who Is Responsible for Water Quality? – Business Owner Track

3:00–4:00 p.m.
Room B – Digger, Driller, or Groundwater Professional – Dave Schulenberg

4:00–5:00 p.m.
Room A – Know Your Cost – Buddy Sebastian

4:00–7:00 p.m.
Vendor Setup

5:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception

6:00–9:00 p.m.
Banquet and Auction

Friday, January 29

7:00–9:00 a.m.
Vendor Setup

8:00–9:00 a.m.
Room B – Mud Machine vs. Mud Pit – Where Is the ROI?

8:00–9:00 a.m.
Room C – PFAS – What the Contractor Needs to Know – Dave Schulenberg

9:00–10:00 a.m.
Room A – DMV Requirements – SME to Water Truck, When Is a Hoist a Crane?

9:00–10:00 a.m.
Room B – Slot Size for the Job – Are You Choosing Correctly?

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
Vendors may tear down after noon until 3:00 p.m.

12:00–1:00 p.m.
Classrooms A, B & C – Business Meeting, Awards and Legislative Update

1:00–2:00 p.m.
Classrooms A, B & C – Lunch

Schedule is current as of October 12, 2026, and is subject to change.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Increase your company's visibility at the NCGWA 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow by becoming an event sponsor. Participating sponsors will be recognized in the on-site program/directory, at the convention, and in the follow-up newsletter.

Platinum – $10,000

Free booth with premium location
Sole sponsorship of Friday lunch
Contact the NCGWA office for badge details
One available

Diamond – $5,000

Free booth with premium location and eight badges
Company name and logo on event signage and in the newsletter

Gold Level – $2,000

Free booth with premium location and five badges
Company name and logo on event signage and in the newsletter

Corporate Level – $1,000

Free booth with premium location and two badges
Company name and logo on event signage and in the newsletter

Reception Sponsorship – $5,000

Sponsorship signage at the bar
Opportunity to provide company items for attendees

81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow — Attendees (01/28/2027)

Thu, 28 Jan 2027 05:00:00 GMT

NCGWA 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow

Attendees

Click here to download/print the PDF version of this registration.

Join the North Carolina Ground Water Association for the 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow, January 28–29, 2027, at Great Wolf Lodge in Concord, North Carolina.

Location
Great Wolf Lodge
10175 Weddington Rd.
Concord, NC 28027

Hotel Information

NCGWA has secured a limited block of rooms at Great Wolf Lodge at a group rate of $104++ per night. Rooms are available on a first come, first served basis.

Use Group Code: 2701NCGW when making your reservation to receive the group rate.

The group rate is available until December 29, 2026, or until the room block is filled, whichever comes first.

To reserve your room, contact Great Wolf Lodge at (866) 925-9653 and mention that you are attending the NCGWA event.

Please note that attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations.

Event Schedule

Wednesday, January 27

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
NCWCC Exam Prep Course

Thursday, January 28

8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Room B – NCWCC Exam

12:00 p.m.
Room A – NCGWA Board Meeting

3:00–4:00 p.m.
Room A – Who Is Responsible for Water Quality? – Business Owner Track

3:00–4:00 p.m.
Room B – Digger, Driller, or Groundwater Professional – Dave Schulenberg

4:00–5:00 p.m.
Room A – Know Your Cost – Buddy Sebastian

4:00–7:00 p.m.
Vendor Setup

5:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception

6:00–9:00 p.m.
Banquet and Auction

Friday, January 29

7:00–9:00 a.m.
Vendor Setup

8:00–9:00 a.m.
Room B – Mud Machine vs. Mud Pit – Where Is the ROI?

8:00–9:00 a.m.
Room C – PFAS – What the Contractor Needs to Know – Dave Schulenberg

9:00–10:00 a.m.
Room A – DMV Requirements – SME to Water Truck, When Is a Hoist a Crane?

9:00–10:00 a.m.
Room B – Slot Size for the Job – Are You Choosing Correctly?

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
Vendors may tear down after noon until 3:00 p.m.

12:00–1:00 p.m.
Classrooms A, B & C – Business Meeting, Awards and Legislative Update

1:00–2:00 p.m.
Classrooms A, B & C – Lunch

Schedule is current as of October 12, 2026, and is subject to change.

Be sure to stay Friday night and enjoy the water park with friends!

North Carolina Ground Water Association upcoming events

Book Your Room for the NCGWA Convention! (01/27/2027)

Save the Date & Book Your Room!

Hotel Reservations

Important Hotel Deadline

Tentative Event Schedule

Wednesday, January 27

Thursday, January 28

Friday, January 29

81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow — Exhibitors/Sponsors/Advertisers (01/28/2027)

NCGWA 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow Exhibitors/Sponsors/Advertisers

Hotel Information

Event Schedule

Wednesday, January 27

Thursday, January 28

Friday, January 29

Sponsorship Opportunities

81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow — Attendees (01/28/2027)

NCGWA 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow Attendees

Hotel Information

Event Schedule

Wednesday, January 27

Thursday, January 28

Friday, January 29

NCGWA 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow

Exhibitors/Sponsors/Advertisers

NCGWA 81st Annual Conference and Tradeshow

Attendees