Fall 2026 MAPAIS Meeting
The New Jersey Water Supply Authority will host MAPAIS’s 2026 Fall Meeting October 14th, 2026 through October 15th, 2026 in Clinton, New Jersey. There will be a hybrid option for those unable to attend in person.
Attending in person? Heather Desko has worked with Marriot Clinton to set up a special rate for MAPAIS members at TownePlace Suites. Please contact Heather Desko (hdesko@njwsa.org) or Jenn Doudney (doudneyj@chesapeake.org) for more information, including a reservation link.

Field Trip to NJ Fish and Wildlife Pequest Trout Hatchery
The Pequest Trout Hatchery is opening its doors for MAPAIS! October 15th, after the morning meeting, interested members will gather at the hatchery by 1:30pm for a field trip. The program includes a session on identification and biology, a 15-minute videoshowing behind-the-scenes operations at the facility and will end with a 1+ hour guided tour of the hatchery grounds. Fishing and optional hikes will be available after the tour!
If you have any other questions, please contact Rob Emens (rob.emens@deq.nc.gov) and Sean Hartzell (sehartzell@pa.gov).
Banner Photo Credit: Chesapeake Bay Program
Additional Photo Credits: The Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center

