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Tue
22
2026
September 22, 2026
8:00AM - 5:00PM
VPMA Master Technician Series: Blood Feeding Arthropods
$230 for VPMA members and $305 for non-members Blood Feeding Arthropods.
Register for both BFA and Bed Bugs and receive a discount.
National Pest Management Association Headquarters - Fairfax, VA
The VPMA Master Technician: Blood Feeding Arthropods Workshop, offers an in-depth exploration of fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes for pest management professionals. Led by Dr. Dini Miller and David Price, BCE the workshop covers critical topics, including the identification of blood-feeding arthropods, their biology, and behavior. Participants will also delve into the epidemiology of insect-borne diseases, non-chemical control methods, and strategies for using backpack blowers and preventing drift.
The program concludes with case studies on resistance in blood-sucking pests, providing attendees with practical insights and advanced knowledge to enhance their pest management skills.
Don't miss this opportunity to add this pest group to your Master Technician Tool Belt!
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Tue
22
2026
September 22, 2026
5:00PM - 6:30PM
VPMA 4 x 4 Happy Hour - Northern Virginia
Free! Let VPMA Buy Your Team a Brew!
Commonwealth Brewing Co, 10426 Main St., Fairfax, VA 22030
VPMA is hitting the road with Social 4x4 happy hours designed to bring members together across Virginia. Join us in Northern Virginia for camaraderie, industry updates, and a chance to connect with VPMA leadership in your neck of the woods. Owners and managers, bring your crew and let VPMA treat you to a brew! All are welcome — RSVP so we can plan for enough seats and treats!
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Wed
23
2026
September 23, 2026
8:00AM - 5:00PM
VPMA Master Technician Series: Beg bugs
$230 for VPMA members and $305 for non-members for Bed Bugs.Register for both Blood Feeding Arthropods and Bed Bugs and receive a discount.
National Pest Management Association Headquarters - Fairfax, VA
The VPMA Master Technician: Bed Bugs Workshop offers an in-depth exploration of bed bug management for pest management professionals. Led by Dr. Dini Miller and other industry experts, the workshop covers bed bug fundamentals, customer education, and the selection of optimal control methods based on population size and treatment conditions.
The program includes demonstrations and hands-on instruction featuring new barrier technologies designed to limit bed bug movement and improve exposure to treated surfaces. The workshop concludes with the development of bed bug assessment and pest management programs for specific situations, including strategies for documenting and reporting bed bug populations.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your bed bug expertise and add another important pest group to your Master Technician Tool Belt!
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09/10/2026
Vendors: Virginia Pest Management Summit Registration is OPEN!
Vendors and suppliers to the pest management industry - the wait is over. Registration for the Virginia Pest Management Summit is OPEN! This 2 1/2 day event features the largest exhibit opportunity of the year here in Virginia. Sponsorships include exhibit booth space, so keep that in mind when reviewing the registration packages! The Summit will be held November 10 - 12 at the Omni Richmond Hotel. Get the details and register now!
09/07/2026
VPMA’s 4x4 Happy Hours kick off this Wednesday in Roanoke!
Let us Buy You and Your Crew a Brew!
08/11/2026
Golf and Raise Funds FORE Entomology Students? Sign Me Up!
Calling all Golfers & Duffers! No matter your skill or your industry connection - all welcome!
Tee up for a day that’s about more than golf! Join VPMA on September 28 at Lee’s Hill Golf Course in Fredericksburg for Golfing FORE Entomology Students—a fun, high-energy opportunity to enjoy 18 holes, strengthen industry relationships, and help support scholarships for entomology students whose research directly influences the tools and treatment methods pest management professionals use every day.
