SUNDAY - Early Check-In

• 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Attendee Check-In
  • Location: Convention Center
  • Arrive early to settle in, explore the venue, and prepare for the week.

MONDAY - General Session & Lecture Series

• 7:00 AM - 8:20 AM: Attendee Check-In

  • Location: Convention Center
  • Check-in early to receive your mandatory attendee badge.

• 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM: General Session & Lecture Series

  • Location: Kalahari Ballroom
  • Featuring Critical Incident Debriefing Presentations.
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 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Vendor Live-Fire & BBQ Dinner

• • Location: Erie County Conservation League (Transportation Provided)
  • Experience hands-on sessions with the latest tactical gear. Dinner is provided. Attendee badges are required for entry.
  • Transportation Note: All conference attendees are required to use the provided bus service for this event. Buses will run continuously on a loop between Kalahari and the event location.

• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Live-Fire Hospitality Event

  • Location: Marakesh Bar at Kalahari Convention Center
  • This event is open to all registered attendees and exhibitors. Unwind and network in a relaxed atmosphere.

TUESDAY - Vendor Show Day & Breakout Training Sessions

• 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Vendor Exhibition

  • Location: Convention Center

• 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Breakout Training Sessions

  • Location: Executive Center, Convention Center

• 3:30 PM: Beer Service Begins

  • Kegs of beer will be available for all registered conference attendees, strategically placed in each exhibition hall.

• 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Vendor Show Hospitality Night

  • Location: Convention Center
  • Open to all registered attendees and exhibitors. Enjoy a beer and food in a casual setting. Dinner is provided.

• 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: "RIP-IT" Vendor Day Bingo Card Drawing

  • Location: Convention Center
  • Winning Vendor Day bingo cards will be drawn, and vendor-provided door prizes will be awarded.

WEDNESDAY - Training Day & Awards Banquet

• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Training Courses

• 5:30 PM: Awards Banquet Cocktail Hour

  • Location: Kalahari Ballroom
  • Credit card-only bar. (Kalahari is "cashless"

• 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Awards Banquet

  • Location: Kalahari Ballroom
  • Open to conference attendees and OTOA VIP guests only. Conference ID required. Dinner is provided.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY - Training Days

• 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Training Courses

Additional Information

• Meal Details: Dinner is provided on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Breakfast and lunch are on your own each day.
• Badge Policy: Attendee badges are mandatory for entry to all events.
• Transportation: Mandatory bus transportation is provided to specified events with restricted parking.