Greetings State Park Volunteer Administrators!
We hope you are looking forward to joining us this October 19th-23rd for the 2026 NASPVA conference in Newport, Oregon. Our theme is “Tides of Service: Evolving Volunteer Programs Together”. Join us as we explore ways to strengthen volunteer engagement through structure, culture & practice. We’ll share ideas for recruiting volunteers in urban & rural areas, creating greater access within volunteer roles by utilizing ADA accommodations, and volunteer recognition.
Conference registration is now open!
Each person attending the conference will need to complete the steps below to complete their registration.
Visit the NASPVA 2026 Website for more detailed conference information including the
Preliminary Conference Schedule.
Conference Registration Steps
Registration for the 2026 NASPVA Conference in Newport, Oregon is a two-step process. Both steps must be completed for your registration to be considered final.
1) Attendee Information Form - completed by submitting this form
2) Attendee Registration Payment - after completing the above form, submit payment here
Airport Shuttle Registration
Airport shuttle registration is now open! Conference shuttles will only be provided between the Eugene Airport (EUG) and the Hallmark Resort Newport.
Complete the Shuttle Reservation form here.
Self-Pay Lodging Reservations at Hallmark Newport
Call (855) 391-2484 to reserve your room at the Hallmark Resort Newport, our host hotel for the conference. Book your hotel room by September 15th to secure the group rate. All rooms in the NASPVA block will be at the GSA Government Rate (Sunday - Thursday).
Conference Meals:
All meals will be provided: Tuesday, October 20th - Thursday, October 22nd. Arrival and departure days (Monday, October 19th & Friday, October 23rd) will be on your own.
Conference Site Visit Sneak Peak:
Otter Crest State Scenic Viewpoint
The Oregon Coast is one of the most visited scenic locations in Oregon. Above is a snapshot of one of the locations we will be visiting during the conference.
Questions? Reach us anytime at NASPVA.2026@oprd.oregon.gov
We look forward to seeing you on the beautiful Oregon coast in October!