92nd Annual MAFWA Directors' Meeting

This annual event attracts senior-level professionals in wildlife and fisheries management, information and education, licensing and administration, law enforcement, and conservation. The conference typically offers educational sessions and updates on current issues in the field and pertinent topics to the agencies, as well as social networking events.

Location & Lodging

Overnight accommodations are available at the Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center, 1405 U.S. Highway 71, Okoboji, Iowa 51355, at a discounted rate of $160/night plus tax and resort fees. A limited number of rooms will also be available at the prevailing government rate to eligible individuals. To make a reservation, call (712) 332-2161 and indicate you are with the MAFWA Group.

Schedule at-a-Glance

Sunday, June 21

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Conference Registration Desk Open

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm MAFWA Executive Committee

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Welcome Reception*

8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Hospitality Suite*

Monday, June 22

7:00 am - 8:00 am Attendee Breakfast*

7:00 am - 5:00 pm Conference Registration Desk Open

10:00 am - 10:30 am Refreshment Break*

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Awards Luncheon*

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Refreshment Break*

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Dinner*

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Queen 2 Lake Tour*

9:30 pm - 11:00 pm Hospitality Suite*

Tuesday, June 23

7:00 am - 4:00 pm Conference Registration Desk Open

6:45 am - 7:00 am Load Buses

7:15 am - 7:45 am Attendee Breakfast*

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch*

8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Hospitality Suite*

Wednesday, June 24

7:00 am - 8:00 am Attendee Breakfast*

7:00 am - 12:00 pm Conference Registration Desk Open

10:00 am - 10:30 am Refreshment Break*

12:00 pm Conference Adjourns

Registration Options

• Full Conference Registration - $450, after 5/26/2026 - $500
  Includes Welcome Reception on Sunday; Breakfast, Awards Luncheon, Dinner, Snack Breaks, and Queen 2 Excursion on Monday; Breakfast, Lunch & Snack Breaks on Tuesday; Breakfast & Snack Breaks on Wednesday.
• 1 Day Registration - $225, after 5/26/2026 - $250
• Guest/Spouse Full Registration - $175
  Includes Welcome Reception on Sunday, Awards Luncheon, and Queen 2 Excursion on Monday.
• Sunday Welcome Reception Ticket - $40
• Queen 2 Excursion Ticket - $50