The 2026 Northeast Aquatic Biologists (NAB) Conference will be held on February 4-6 at the Water’s Edge Resort in Westbrook, Connecticut.
The NAB Conference, coordinated by NEIWPCC in partnership with member states and EPA, preserves the spirit and tradition of providing a forum for the professional sharing of knowledge and collaboration that the aquatic and environmental biologist community in the Northeast represents.
NAB is open to all registrants. Attendees include representatives in New England and New York State, including participants from state, federal, tribal, and municipal governments; the private sector; academia; and watershed organizations. View the save the date flyer.
Registration and Lodging
Conference registration is open through January 16. Register here.
NEIWPCC has a room block available at the Water’s Edge Resort, located at 1525 Boston Post Road in Westbrook, Connecticut. Reserve a room here.
Conference Program
Planning for the 2026 NAB Conference is in progress. View the draft agenda here.
Exhibitors & Sponsors
You are invited to join the conference as an exhibitor or sponsor!
The NAB Conference is the premier gathering for aquatic biologists in the Northeast. It’s an invaluable opportunity to showcase your work and engage with influential leaders in the field. As an exhibitor or sponsor, your company will benefit from direct access to a targeted, regionwide audience and enhanced visibility throughout the event.
Please contact NAB@neiwpcc.org for further details.
Location
Water’s Edge Resort, Westbrook, CT
The Legendary Aquatic Biologist Award is presented at the NAB Conference to honor distinguished colleagues who have devoted their careers to furthering science and policy to protect the region’s aquatic resources.
Conference Archives
To view select information from past NAB Conferences, including the agenda and presentation slides, visit the Conference Proceedings page.
Read more about the 2025 NAB Conference.
Contact
For general NAB Conference questions or information, please contact NAB@neiwpcc.org.