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Join Idaho DEQ March 3-4, 2026, for the 36th annual Idaho Water Quality Workshop, the state’s largest and longest-running event for water quality professionals.This year’s agenda features classic topics like mercury, nutrients, and restoration, and some new ones like nonpoint funding and floating solar. Presentations will be delivered in person, and attendees can choose to participate either in Boise or virtually.
The workshop brings together a mix of community members and professionals representing agencies, tribes, and municipalities of Idaho and neighboring states. It’s a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and build partnerships.
The workshop is free to attend. This includes refreshments, snacks, and a hosted social hour.
Sign up for workshop updates here and submit a poster presentation here.
Attend Remotely
Virtual attendance will be offered through Zoom at this link, meeting ID 977 0114 9993. Conference brochures will be emailed to all remote attendees a week before the event. The brochure will also include the Zoom link.
Accommodations
DEQ has reserved a block of hotel rooms at Home2Suites Boise Downtown at a government rate of $167 per night, fully cancellable. The hotel is a 20-minute walk from the venue. Reserve a room online or by calling (208) 336-8277.
Location and Parking
The workshop will be held in the Simplot Ballroom at the Boise State University Student Union Building. Free parking will be provided at the Lincoln Avenue Garage by using this link. Note there will be no code available on the parking meters this year.