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DESCRIPTION: Get ready for a day and a half of education, networking, and collaboration at the 2026 Winter Operations Conference. Whether you work in public works, transportation, fleet management, or winter maintenance, this conference offers practical insights and opportunities to connect with professionals dedicated to keeping our roads safe throughout the winter season.\nWhy Attend?\n\nLearn from industry experts through technical sessions\nDiscover the latest equipment, products, and services at the Exhibitor Show\nGain practical strategies to improve winter operations\nLearn from industry experts through technical sessions\n\nOptional In-Person Networking Event\n\nMonday, October 19 | 5:00pm-8:00pm (ET) at Socibowl\nJust a two-minute walk from the Delta Muskegon Hotel.\nUnlimited Arcade, Duckpin Bowling, Darts, Yard Jenga, Cornhole, Fun-Size Connect 4 & Tic Tac Toe.  Arcade includes items such as Basketball Shootaround, Skeeball, Guitar Hero, Air Hockey, Pin Ball and more!\nCash bar, burgers, brats, and sides. (vegetarian and gluten free options available)\n\nHybrid Conference Sessions\n\nTuesday, October 20, 2026 | 8:00 AM-3:00PM (ET) – In-Person Exhibitor Show to follow\nWednesday, October 21, 2026 | 8:00 AM-12:00PM (ET)\nKey session topics include winter maintenance operations, equipment and fleet management, weather and decision support, technology in winter operations, safety, materials and treatment practices, operations management, peer case studies and innovations.\n\nIn-Person Exhibitor Show\n\nTuesday, October 20 | 3:00–6:00 PM (ET)\nIn-person participants will enjoy access to up to 30 exhibitors featuring information on the latest equipment, products, and services designed to improve winter operations.\nA selection of appetizers will be served during the exhibitor show.\n\nHotel Accommodations\n\nA conference room block is available at the Delta Hotels Muskegon Conference Center.\nConference Rate: $144/night (Book by October 7, 2026)\nGovernment Rate: $110/night (Book by September 19, 2026) – limited rooms available\nTo reserve a room, use the links above, or call 1-833-999-0181 and use code: MWO to request the conference rate, or code: MWG to request the government rate.\n\nRegistration Deadline\n The registration deadline for this hybrid event is October 11, 2026. Registration after deadline: $240/person.\n\n\nFor details, click here: https://ctt.secure.nonprofitsoapbox.com/2026winterops
SUMMARY:2026 Michigan Winter Operations Conference - Muskegon & Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN=Michigan Technological University:MAILTO:ctt@mtu.edu
UID:1709-2026-10-20 08:00:00@ctt.nonprofitsoapbox.com
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LOCATION: 939 3rd St, Muskegon, Michigan, 49440
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