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Planning is underway for the 2026 SOBA Education & Training Symposium, and we want your insight to help shape this year’s programming. As a member-driven association, SOBA is committed to delivering sessions and learning experiences that are timely, relevant, and aligned with the real needs of boating access professionals across the country.
To build a program that reflects the expertise and priorities of our community, we are inviting all SOBA members, symposium attendees, and industry stakeholders to share your ideas, challenges, and suggestions.
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1. Topic Input Survey
Use this quick survey to tell us what subjects, trends, or areas you want to see included in the 2026 Symposium.
Whether it's engineering innovations, environmental considerations, funding strategies, maintenance best practices, or emerging issues—we want to hear what matters most to you. READ MORE
2. Call for Presentations
Have a case study, project, program success, or innovative idea you’d like to share?
Submit a proposal through our Call for Presentations form. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: April 30, 2026
We’re seeking presenters who can offer practical, meaningful insights that support the professional development of our members and enrich the experience of our attendees. READ MORE
Why Your Input Matters
The knowledge shared by our members and stakeholders drives the quality of our content and ensures that our annual symposium remains the premier event for the boating access professional.
Your feedback will help us:
- Prioritize educational topics most relevant to your work.
- Identify challenges and opportunities facing boating access programs.
- Develop sessions that are practical, forward-thinking, and engaging.
- Shape a program that provides exceptional value for both new and returning attendees.
Our goal is to deliver a symposium program that supports your professional development and addresses the issues most critical to the continued success of boating access across the country.
Share Your Input Today
We encourage you to take a few minutes to share your insights and submit a presentation idea if you are interested in presenting. Your contributions will directly influence the direction and impact of the 2026 SOBA Education & Training Symposium.
Thank you for helping us build another exceptional year of learning, collaboration, and innovation. We look forward to hearing your ideas!