New England Pest Management Association upcoming events

NEPMA Long Range Planning Meeting (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Loc

Cafe Escadrille

26 Cambridge Street

Burlington, MA 01803

Time: 12:00PM

Please RSVP by Thursday, July 31, 2026*

*this event is by invitation only

Please click this link to review a preliminary agenda and questions to consider. We value your time and opinions and are excited to engage with you this year!

NEPMA Newsletter Advertising Deadlines (17 Aug 2026)

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

NEPMA Newsletters are emailed the last week of each month between August and April.

Bronze sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad with their sponsorship.
Silver sponsors receive 6 complimentary ads with their sponsorship.
Gold sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad in each newsletter with their sponsorship.

Email your ad to the NEPMA Executive Office on or before the stated deadlines below.

Ad submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026
29 May 2026

NEPMA Newsletter Submission Deadline (17 Aug 2026)

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

NEPMA Newsletters are emailed the last week of each month between August and April. Please email the requested information and/or links to the NEPMA Executive Office on or before the stated deadlines below.

Submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026

NEPMA Newsletter Advertising Deadlines (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

NEPMA Newsletters are emailed the last week of each month between August and April.

Bronze sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad with their sponsorship.
Silver sponsors receive 6 complimentary ads with their sponsorship.
Gold sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad in each newsletter with their sponsorship.

Email your ad to the NEPMA Executive Office on or before the stated deadlines below.

Ad submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026
29 May 2026

NEPMA Newsletter Submission Deadline (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026

NEPMA Newsletter Advertising Deadlines (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

NEPMA Newsletters are emailed the last week of each month between August and April.

Bronze sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad with their sponsorship.
Silver sponsors receive 6 complimentary ads with their sponsorship.
Gold sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad in each newsletter with their sponsorship.

Email your ad to the NEPMA Executive Office on or before the stated deadlines below.

Ad submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026
29 May 2026

NEPMA Newsletter Submission Deadline (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026

NEPMA Fall Training 2026 (03 Nov 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The New England Pest Management Association, NEPMA, is pleased to present its 2026 Fall Training—a convenient, high-quality virtual learning experience designed for pest management professionals across New England. Taking place November 3–5, this three-day program offers focused, expert-led sessions from 8 - 950am Eastern each day, allowing attendees to gain valuable insights while minimizing disruption to their work schedules. All sessions will be approved for continuing education (CE) credits in the New England states (ME, MA, NH, RI, VT)

This year’s program covers a range of timely and essential topics for today’s pest management professionals.

Daily Schedule

Time Eastern	Tuesday, November 3 Subject to change
8 - 9am	*Ticks*
9 - 10am	*Delusional Parasitosis*

	*Wednesday, November 4*
8 - 9am	*Termites*
9 - 10am	*Cockroaches*

	*Thursday, November 5*
8 - 9am	*Bed Bugs*
9 - 10am	*Small Flies*

Whether you are looking to strengthen your technical knowledge or stay current with industry trends, NEPMA’s Fall Training provides practical education delivered by experienced professionals committed to advancing excellence in pest management.

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $100, Non-NEPMA Members: $125
The registration fee covers the 3-day training program.
The fee cannot be prorated for partial attendance.
No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend all three days.

Cancellation Policy:

On or before October 31, 2026: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning November 1, 2026: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant.
For NH Pesticide Applicator License holders, the home address must be the address that the NH license is mailed to.
You will be required to enter the applicable state Pesticide Applicator License #'s for each registrant.

NEPMA Fall Training 2026 (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

This year’s program covers a range of timely and essential topics for today’s pest management professionals.

Daily Schedule

Time Eastern	Tuesday, November 3 Subject to change
8 - 9am	*Ticks*
9 - 10am	*Delusional Parasitosis*

	*Wednesday, November 4*
8 - 9am	*Termites*
9 - 10am	*Cockroaches*

	*Thursday, November 5*
8 - 9am	*Bed Bugs*
9 - 10am	*Small Flies*

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $100, Non-NEPMA Members: $125
The registration fee covers the 3-day training program.
The fee cannot be prorated for partial attendance.
No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend all three days.

Cancellation Policy:

On or before October 31, 2026: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning November 1, 2026: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant.
For NH Pesticide Applicator License holders, the home address must be the address that the NH license is mailed to.
You will be required to enter the applicable state Pesticide Applicator License #'s for each registrant.

NEPMA Fall Training 2026 (05 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

This year’s program covers a range of timely and essential topics for today’s pest management professionals.

Daily Schedule

Time Eastern	Tuesday, November 3 Subject to change
8 - 9am	*Ticks*
9 - 10am	*Delusional Parasitosis*

	*Wednesday, November 4*
8 - 9am	*Termites*
9 - 10am	*Cockroaches*

	*Thursday, November 5*
8 - 9am	*Bed Bugs*
9 - 10am	*Small Flies*

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $100, Non-NEPMA Members: $125
The registration fee covers the 3-day training program.
The fee cannot be prorated for partial attendance.
No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend all three days.

Cancellation Policy:

On or before October 31, 2026: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning November 1, 2026: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant.
For NH Pesticide Applicator License holders, the home address must be the address that the NH license is mailed to.
You will be required to enter the applicable state Pesticide Applicator License #'s for each registrant.

2026 NEPMA Bocce Tournament Fundraiser (07 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Support NEPMA's Scholarship Fund, Professional Women in Pest Management and PestVet Unit when you join us for an afternoon of bocce with amazing raffle prizes and delicious food and beverages. Both members and future members are welcome!

Stay tuned for more information!

NEPMA Newsletter Advertising Deadlines (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

NEPMA Newsletters are emailed the last week of each month between August and April.

Bronze sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad with their sponsorship.
Silver sponsors receive 6 complimentary ads with their sponsorship.
Gold sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad in each newsletter with their sponsorship.

Email your ad to the NEPMA Executive Office on or before the stated deadlines below.

Ad submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026
29 May 2026

NEPMA Newsletter Submission Deadline (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026

NEPMA Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner (02 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

MORE INFORMATION WILL BECOME AVAILABLE SOON

DATE: December 2, 2026

TIME: 5pm

LOCATION: Cafe Escadrille, 26 Cambridge St, Burlington, MA 01803

Each year, the NEPMA Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner brings together professionals from across New England for an evening that’s both inspiring and enjoyable.

What makes this annual event special & memorable?

Connecting with peers and leaders in the industry
Updates on association initiatives and goals for the coming year
A celebratory dinner in a welcoming setting
Presentation of NEPMA’s highest honor — the Bartlett W. Eldredge Award.

You are cordially invited to join us. Your presence will truly make the the evening complete.

Members: PRICING TBD

Non-Members: PRICING TBD

Your ticket includes a four-course dinner and hosted bar (open for a limited time), so you can relax and enjoy the evening in style.

WDI Recertification 2026 (03 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

NEPMA WDI Recertification 2026

December 3, 2026 | 8AM-12PM | Boxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center - 242 Adams Place, Boxboro, MA 01719

COST: TBD

The NEPMA WDI Training and Registration Program is a specialized, industry-focused course designed for pest management professionals who conduct inspections and provide treatment recommendations for wood-destroying insects.

This comprehensive training covers the biology, behavior, and identification of WDIs, as well as the legal responsibilities involved in performing inspections. Participants also learn how to properly complete the NPMA-33 form, a key requirement in real estate transactions.

Professionals who successfully complete the program are added to the NEPMA WDI Registry, recognizing their expertise and commitment to maintaining high standards in WDI inspection and reporting.

This WDI Recertification 2026 class is a half-day training designed for professionals whose WDI certification has expired or will expire in 2026.

If you are interested in the WDI Certification training, the next class will be January 14-15, 2027.

NEPMA Newsletter Advertising Deadlines (15 Dec 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

NEPMA Newsletters are emailed the last week of each month between August and April.

Bronze sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad with their sponsorship.
Silver sponsors receive 6 complimentary ads with their sponsorship.
Gold sponsors receive 1 complimentary ad in each newsletter with their sponsorship.

Email your ad to the NEPMA Executive Office on or before the stated deadlines below.

Ad submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026
29 May 2026

NEPMA Newsletter Submission Deadline (15 Dec 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Submission deadline

20 Feb 2026, newsletter emails on the 4th Friday of the month
20 Mar 2026
17 Apr 2026

NEPMA WDI Program 2027 (14 Jan 2027)

Thu, 14 Jan 2027 13:00:00 GMT

MORE INFORMATION TO COME

NEPMA WDI Program 2027

January 14 - 15, 2027 | 8AM - 4PM

Crowne Plaza Boston-Woburn

15 Middlesex Canal Park Road Woburn, MA 01801

COST: TBD

MDAR Core Exam Coaching - Session 1 (18 Feb 2027)

Thu, 18 Feb 2027 13:30:00 GMT

DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THIS SESSION IS FEBRUARY 10, 2027

This interactive Core Exam Coaching Session is intended to supplement each attendees already-in-process studying. The study materials from which the state exam is based include:

Chapter 132B (Massachusetts Pesticide Control Act)
333 CMR (Massachusetts Pesticide Regulations)
Massachusetts Core Supplement
Northeast Core Manual (Edition 3)

The source for these study materials can be referenced at the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources' website.

Each attendee will receive a link before the session to download and print work exercises used in the meeting.

While our program cannot guarantee participants will pass the exam, it is intended to offer pointers and tips to help exam takers better position themselves to take the exam.

Each attendee should be on their own dedicated desk or laptop computer with audio and video capability. (The session does not work well on cell phones or tablets).

For questions feel free to reach out to our instructor, Richard Berman at rcberman.46282@gmail.com or NEPMA at admin@nepma.org.

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $100, Non-NEPMA Members: $125
The registration fee covers the 2 part session training.
The fee cannot be prorated for partial attendance.
No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend both sessions.

Cancellation Policy:

On or before January 31, 2027: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning February 1, 2027: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant; add additional attendees using the "Add guest" button on the registration form.

MDAR Core Exam Coaching - Session 1 (19 Feb 2027)

Fri, 19 Feb 2027 13:30:00 GMT

DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THIS SESSION IS FEBRUARY 10, 2027

This interactive Core Exam Coaching Session is intended to supplement each attendees already-in-process studying. The study materials from which the state exam is based include:

Chapter 132B (Massachusetts Pesticide Control Act)
333 CMR (Massachusetts Pesticide Regulations)
Massachusetts Core Supplement
Northeast Core Manual (Edition 3)

The source for these study materials can be referenced at the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources' website.

Each attendee will receive a link before the session to download and print work exercises used in the meeting.

While our program cannot guarantee participants will pass the exam, it is intended to offer pointers and tips to help exam takers better position themselves to take the exam.

Each attendee should be on their own dedicated desk or laptop computer with audio and video capability. (The session does not work well on cell phones or tablets).

For questions feel free to reach out to our instructor, Richard Berman at rcberman.46282@gmail.com or NEPMA at admin@nepma.org.

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $100, Non-NEPMA Members: $125
The registration fee covers the 2 part session training.
The fee cannot be prorated for partial attendance.
No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend both sessions.

Cancellation Policy:

On or before January 31, 2027: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning February 1, 2027: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant; add additional attendees using the "Add guest" button on the registration form.

MDAR Category 41 Certification Exam Coaching (25 Feb 2027)

Thu, 25 Feb 2027 13:30:00 GMT

This interactive one day session is designed to help licensed personnel prepare for the MDAR Category 41 Certification exam. It is intended to supplement each attendees already-in-process studying.

Registration Requirements

Licensed applicator for at least two years,
Employed in a pesticide-use related field (such as turf, ornamental, landscape or arboriculture) for two years,
Have a related college degree, technical training or completed a pesticide related correspondence course.

*The state requires at least two years experience in a pesticide related field to qualify to sit for the category 41 exam.*

Preparing for the session - Study Materials

Approximately 1/2 of the 125 questions in the exam are based on core manual material.

MDAR study materials include:

Chapter 132B (Massachusetts Pesticide Control Act)
333 CMR (Massachusetts Pesticide Regulations)
Massachusetts Core Supplement
Northeast Core Manual (Edition 3)

The remainder of the exam is based on Truman's Scientific Guide To Pest Management Operations (7th edition).

While our program cannot guarantee participants will pass the exam, it is intended to offer pointers and tips to help exam takers better position themselves to take the exam.

Each attendee should be on their own dedicated desk or laptop computer with audio and video capability. (The session does not work well on cell phones, tablets or individuals sharing the same computer).

For questions feel free to reach out to our instructor, Richard Berman at rcberman.46282@gmail.com or NEPMA at admin@nepma.org.

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $75, Non-NEPMA Members: $100

Cancellation Policy:

On or before January 31, 2027: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning February 1, 2027: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant; add additional attendees using the "Add guest" button on the registration form.

Spring Training 2027 Save the Date! (04 Mar 2027)

Thu, 04 Mar 2027 14:00:00 GMT

MDAR Core Exam Coaching - Session 2 (18 Mar 2027)

Thu, 18 Mar 2027 12:30:00 GMT

DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THIS SESSION IS March 11, 2027

This interactive Core Exam Coaching Session is intended to supplement each attendees already-in-process studying. The study materials from which the state exam is based include:

Chapter 132B (Massachusetts Pesticide Control Act)
333 CMR (Massachusetts Pesticide Regulations)
Massachusetts Core Supplement
Northeast Core Manual (Edition 3)

The source for these study materials can be referenced at the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources' website.

Each attendee will receive a link before the session to download and print work exercises used in the meeting.

While our program cannot guarantee participants will pass the exam, it is intended to offer pointers and tips to help exam takers better position themselves to take the exam.

Each attendee should be on their own dedicated desk or laptop computer with audio and video capability. (The session does not work well on cell phones or tablets).

For questions feel free to reach out to our instructor, Richard Berman at rcberman.46282@gmail.com or NEPMA at admin@nepma.org.

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $100, Non-NEPMA Members: $125
The registration fee covers the 2 part session training.
The fee cannot be prorated for partial attendance.
No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend both sessions.

Cancellation Policy:

On or before February 28, 2027: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning March 1, 2027: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant; add additional attendees using the "Add guest" button on the registration form.

MDAR Core Exam Coaching - Session 2 (19 Mar 2027)

Fri, 19 Mar 2027 12:30:00 GMT

DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THIS SESSION IS March 11, 2027

This interactive Core Exam Coaching Session is intended to supplement each attendees already-in-process studying. The study materials from which the state exam is based include:

Chapter 132B (Massachusetts Pesticide Control Act)
333 CMR (Massachusetts Pesticide Regulations)
Massachusetts Core Supplement
Northeast Core Manual (Edition 3)

The source for these study materials can be referenced at the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources' website.

Each attendee will receive a link before the session to download and print work exercises used in the meeting.

While our program cannot guarantee participants will pass the exam, it is intended to offer pointers and tips to help exam takers better position themselves to take the exam.

Each attendee should be on their own dedicated desk or laptop computer with audio and video capability. (The session does not work well on cell phones or tablets).

For questions feel free to reach out to our instructor, Richard Berman at rcberman.46282@gmail.com or NEPMA at admin@nepma.org.

Pricing & Attendance Policy:

NEPMA Members: $100, Non-NEPMA Members: $125
The registration fee covers the 2 part session training.
The fee cannot be prorated for partial attendance.
No refunds will be issued if you are unable to attend both sessions.

Cancellation Policy:

On or before February 28, 2027: 90% of total registration fee.
Beginning March 1, 2027: No refunds due to cancellation.

For Group/Company Registrations:

You will be required to enter complete contact information for each registrant; add additional attendees using the "Add guest" button on the registration form.