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September 27 - 29, 2026

Rodent Academy Training (RAT)

Hands-On Event

AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront

WSPMA Training Event

Rodent Academy Training

September 27–29, 2026

Join the Washington State Pest Management Association for a two-day immersive training focused on rodent inspection, exclusion, and management strategies. This program blends classroom learning, real-world inspections, and hands-on exclusion challenges designed to strengthen the skills pest management professionals rely on every day.

Featured speakers include Dr. Niamh Quinn, Sylvia Kenmuir, BCE, Chris Somers, and additional industry experts.

Registration Pricing

Registration includes access to all classroom sessions, field inspections, hands-on exclusion challenges, the Sunday evening welcome reception and vendor showcase, breakfast and lunch on Monday, and all program materials.

Register early to secure the best rate. Pricing increases as the event approaches.

WSPMA Member

Early Bird – $350
Available through July 31

Standard – $395
August 1 – September 10

Late Registration – $450
September 11 until event

Non-Member

Early Bird – $495
Available through July 31

Standard – $545
August 1 – September 10

Late Registration – $595
September 11 until event

What to Expect

This program combines classroom learning, field inspections, and hands-on exclusion challenges to create a practical rodent management experience.

  • Rodent biology and behavior
  • Inspection techniques and documentation
  • Identifying structural vulnerabilities and entry points
  • Rodent-borne diseases and public health considerations
  • Practical exclusion methods and materials

Event Schedule

Sunday, September 27

Welcome Reception & Vendor Showcase
Meet fellow attendees and connect with industry partners while exploring tools and products that support rodent management and exclusion.

Monday, September 28

7:00 AM — Bagel Bar Breakfast

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Classroom Sessions

  • Rodent biology and behavior
  • Inspection methodology and documentation
  • Structural vulnerabilities and conducive conditions
  • Monitoring strategies and decision-making

12:00 – 12:45 PM — Lunch

1:00 – 3:30 PM — Field Inspections

Teams conduct guided inspections to identify rodent activity, entry points, and conducive conditions.

3:30 – 4:00 PM — Group Regroup

Evening — Dine-Around Dinner at Local Restaurants

Tuesday, September 29

Morning Sessions

  • Review of field inspection findings
  • Rodent-borne diseases and public health risks
  • Risk communication and treatment planning

Mid-Day — Hands-On Exclusion Team Challenges

  • Materials selection
  • Installation techniques
  • Effective rodent prevention strategies

Early Afternoon — Group Presentations

Teams upload findings and present their recommendations to the full group.

3:00 PM — Program Concludes

Hotel Reservations

A discounted room block has been arranged for attendees at the AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront, located just minutes from the event venue and within walking distance of restaurants and the waterfront.

Group Rate: $219 per night
Room Block Dates: September 27–30, 2026

Last day to reserve at the group rate: August 28, 2026

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