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The Association holds monthly luncheon meetings featuring knowledgeable speakers on topics important to the water industry, as well as annual social events including a golf tournament, emerging professionals networking activities, and a holiday dinner.


Membership in the Orange County Water Association provides opportunities to keep informed about issues affecting the water community, to meet and communicate with other water professionals, and to support programs which provide public education and technical training about water and water systems. Members pay a reduced fee for luncheons and special events throughout the year.

Upcoming events

    • 21 Jan 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • 30 Apr 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • 7
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    We’re Looking for
    Corporate Sponsors
    for 2026

    2025 was another successful year for OCWA. A great deal of our success was built on the support we received from our Corporate Sponsors, without whom we could not have accomplished everything we all enjoyed.

    That’s why we want to offer you an opportunity to partner with us and become a Corporate Sponsor in 2026.

    There are many benefits for Corporate Sponsorship. Each month, select Sponsors are featured in all promotional pieces for that month’s Industry Insight presentation. They’re also prominently displayed in the slide show before each presentation. In addition, all Sponsors are recognized throughout the year on the OCWA website. They’re also given a page on our website dedicated to their company, with a writeup of their choice, along with links to their corporate website and the phone and email of their primary contact.

    All this for a donation of $750. This helps underwrite our many programs, and covers additional incidental costs incurred throughout the year.

    But act now! To be a part of this select group, you must respond by before the cap is reached.

    To become a 2026 Sponsor, signup here.

    For further information, contact Dave Jones, OCWA Treasurer, or Taryn Kjolsing, President.

    • 18 Feb 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • 4 Dec 2026
    • 8:00 AM
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    We’re Looking for Sponsors
    To Help Support
    Our Special Outreach Efforts

    • Emerging Professionals
    • Women in Water
    • Summer Splash!



    Outreach efforts for both Emerging Professionals and Women in Water have met with great success! Whether its panel discussions, facility tours, or social events for networking, the response has been tremendous, proving those who participate share our enthusiasm.

    And not surprisingly, there’s a great deal of enthusiasm for home brewed beer, as well, especially when it’s crafted by local water industry brewers using water from OCWD’s Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS), the world’s largest system for indirect potable reuse! Our Summer Splash tasting event has been an annual favorite for years.

    These special events all have undeniable appeal throughout the Orange County water community. We hope select corporations and public agencies will choose to partner with us to help realize our goals in 2026.

    Many benefits will accrue to our Sponsors, of course. For each event, select sponsors will be featured in all our promotional pieces for the event. They’ll also be prominently acknowledged at the event, and when possible permitted to make appropriate remarks to the group. In addition, all Sponsors are recognized throughout the year on the OCWA website and at our monthly Industry Insight presentations.

    All this for a donation of $500. You can choose which program you wish to support, be it Summer Splash, Women in Water, or Emerging Professionals.

    But act now! Plans are already in the works for exciting events.

    To become a 2026 Sponsor, signup at the link above.

    For further information, contact Dave Jones, OCWA Treasurer, or Taryn Kjolsing, OCWA President.

    • 23 Apr 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Hangar 24 (Irvine), 17877 Von Karman Ave Unit 110 Irvine, CA 92614
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    are proud to host

    EMERGING PROFESSIONALS
    Social

    Thursday, April 23rd, 2026

    Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm


    Hangar 24 (Irvine)

    17877 Von Karman Ave Unit 110
    Irvine, CA 92614


    Hosted by OCWA

    Thank you to our Emerging Professionals Sponsors:


    and


    Join OCWA's Emerging Professionals Group for a networking social at Hangar 24 in Irvine on Thursday, April 23rd from 5:30 – 7:30 PM.


    First 40 people will receive a $15 Gift Card for Food & Drinks!


    RAFFLE! A chance to win awaits! Attending the social will grant you one raffle ticket. Follow OCWA on LinkedIn for a chance at the Grand Raffle Prize.


    Please note: This event is designed for "Emerging Professionals" whose experience falls within 0–10 years. Please reserve this event for those professionals. If you fall outside this group, we will reach out and ask you to consider joining us at one of our many other OCWA events throughout the year.


    We look forward to seeing everyone enjoy the event!


    Hangar 24 (Irvine)
    17877 Von Karman Ave Unit 110, Irvine, CA 92614

    For more information, contact:
    AJ Connell at aj.connell@dopudjawells.com

    Download a Flyer Here


    • 7 May 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • SMWD Headquarters, 26111 Antonio Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    • 5
    Register

    You’re Invited:

    Tour of SMWD’s Trampas Canyon Reservoir and Dam

    Thursday, May 7 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

    SMWD Headquarters,
    26111 Antonio Parkway,
    Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688


    OCWA members are invited to join Santa Margarita Water District (SMWD) for a special tour of the Trampas Canyon Reservoir and Dam on Thursday, May 7, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.


    Santa Margarita Water District

    The Trampas Canyon Reservoir and Dam plays a critical role in SMWD’s integrated water management system and is a key component in helping the District recycle nearly 100% of its wastewater. This guided tour will provide OCWA members with insight into how SMWD leverages infrastructure, innovation, and long‑term planning to support sustainable water reuse.

    We hope you’ll join us for this informative and engaging site visit. Space is limited, so we encourage early registration.

    Tour Details

    When: Thursday, May 7 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

    Departure Location: SMWD Headquarters, 26111 Antonio Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    Attire: Closed‑toe, flat shoes are required. There will be minimal walking.

    What to Bring: Bottled water, if desired.

    Additional background on the Trampas Canyon Reservoir and Dam can be found on SMWD’s website here: https://smwd.com/313/Trampas-Reservoir



    Sponsors Needed

    If you are interested in becoming an OCWA Corporate Sponsor, we have a few remaining spots available here: Corporate Sponshorships

    Or if you’d prefer to sponsor Emerging Professionals, Women in Water, or our Summer Splash events, register here: OCWA Event Sponsor

    • 14 May 2026
    • 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Moulton Niguel Water District • 26161 Gordon Road • Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    • 41
    Register


    TOPICS COMING SOON~


    Fifteenth Annual County-Wide

    2026 SafetyFest

    Join us for the 15th annual county-wide
    safety event created specifically for
    operations staff in the water industry.

    There will be up to
    6 Contact Hours available
    to those who attend
    any – or all – of these
    state-approved training sessions:


    Topics Coming Soon!


    Thursday, May 14, 2026

    7:30 am to 4:00 pm

    Registration begins at 7 am

    Breakfast and
    Lunch included.


    LOCATION:
    Moulton Niguel Water District
    26161 Gordon Road, Laguna Hills

    WHILE THERE WILL BE
    PARKING FOR ALL,
    PLEASE CARPOOL IF YOU CAN.
    THE MORE WHO CARPOOL,
    THE MORE ATTENDEES
    WE CAN HAVE.


    Tickets: $75 per person

    (Member & Non-Member)
    Space is limited. Register Early.


    Questions? Contact:
    Taryn Kjolsing
    via email at:
    tkjolsing@scwd.org


    You may also pay by check. Mail payment to:
    Orange County Water Association
    Attention: SafetyFest
    P.O. Box 51404 
    Irvine, California 92619-1404


    RSVP  IS  A  FINANCIAL  COMMITMENT.
    No-Shows Will Be Billed




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