NWCOA

11/11/2025

NWCOA would like to thank you our veterans members and all veterans for their service!

11/01/2025

Dear NWCOA Members,

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will be reviewing proposed changes to trapping regulations at their commission meeting next week. These changes could have a direct impact on wildlife control professionals and the work we do across the state.

We strongly encourage all members to:
• Review the proposed trapping rule changes prior to the meeting.
• Share your feedback with NWCOA and/or FWC staff.
• Attend the commission meeting in person if possible, to ensure the voice of our industry is heard. (NWCOA leaders will be present)

Your participation is critical in shaping fair and effective regulations that support responsible wildlife management.

👉 Read the proposed changes under trapping topic in the agenda for Nov 6th.
📅 Commission Meeting Date: Nov 5/6th
📍 Location: https://myfwc.com/about/commission/commission-meetings/november-2025/

Please take a few minutes to review the information and let us know your thoughts. Together, we can ensure that any changes made are reasonable, science-based, and considerate of the professionals working in the field.

Thank you for your time and commitment to our profession.

Sincerely,

Chris lunn
Vice President / Chair of Advocacy cmte
National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA)
[email protected]

November 2025

10/30/2025

Two upcoming training events!

Three spots left at the Exclusion Master course hosted by NWCOA Platinum Sponsor Wildlife Control Supplies on December 4-5 2025.

https://www.nwcoa.com/event-6198931

Get Bent Academy will be hosted by NWCOA Gold Sponsor Animal Traps & Supply on December 11-12 here’s early registration before it’s blasted tonight.

https://www.nwcoa.com/event-6419238

Here’s your chances to up your metal game.

10/29/2025

Changes coming to Florida rules!

The NWCOA Advocacy Committee led by Chris Lunn has been tirelessly working with stakeholders in Florida on proposed rule changes affecting wildlife and pest control operators providing wildlife control!

The anti groups are voicing their opinions and it’s imperative that operator’s do the same!

Florida operators PLEASE consider attending this meeting in person!!!

Operators and NWCOA members please review the proposed rule changes and voice your opinions in a professional manner and get them to NWCOA staff so we can make sure your leadership team has them when they attend the meeting!

Thank you for your support!

Learn more here…

November 2025

10/29/2025

Wildlife repair.

Details in photos including links to material suppliers and more .

To advance your career in wildlife…

Join NWCOA…https://www.nwcoa.com/join-online

Get training…https://www.nwcoa.com/Education

Attend Wildlife Expo…https://www.nwcoa.com/Wildlife-Expo

10/27/2025

Wildlife removal is so much more than just setting a trap and removing an animal.

Inspection determines the species of concern as well as entry point(s) and areas allowing future entry.

Removal is the process of ridding home of the specific wildlife invader(s) not random animals. This is achieved with trap placement and specific baiting techniques, positive sets or oneway doors.

Monitoring is the process of determining all wildlife invaders have been removed from the structure before moving on to repair. This is achieved through movement indicators, camera monitoring or other techniques.

Repair is the gold standard if done correctly. When done correctly it is aesthetically pleasing while stopping future wildlife entry and allows for reoccurring revenue through extended warranty.

Training is available through the National Wildlife Control Operators Association…https://www.nwcoa.com/page-18179

To jump start your wildlife control journey or to take it to the next level the WILDLIFE EXPO cannot be beat…https://www.nwcoa.com/Wildlife-Expo

10/06/2025

Wildlife Expo 2026 is right around the corner and is an event you’ll not want to miss!

Here’s a breakdown…

February 9th - Advanced Operators Training Course day1 plus the Rodent Standards Certified courses.

February 10th - Advanced Operators Training Course day2, Bird Management 1 Course then opening of Expo with meet and greet in Exhibition Hall.

February 11th - First day of presentations starting with…

Keynote - Dr.Jay Tischendorf - USDA Wildlife Services.

Day 1 room 1.

Jaclyn Ricci - Branding more than just a logo! Jaclyn will wow you and deliver insights on building a brand online and in person!

Jay Wilkins - Rat trapping technique with Fenn trap. Some have seen the teasers Jay has with these neophobic rodents using Fenn traps now get the full story!

Cameron Riddell - Bird Solutions. Learn from a photo driven presentation as Cameron takes you through a wide assortment of largeand small projects.

Jon Cischke - repair techniques to separate yourself from the crowd. Those who know will want those who don’t to miss this presentation !

Kevin Cornwell - Creating referrals cutting advertising costs. More bang with less bucks spent on advertising one of many strong points Kevin excels at !

Day 1 room 2

Dalton Stephenson - Knowing and growing your numbers. This interactive presentation will help and define operators numbers. Be sure to sharpen your pencil and be ready !

Daine Patton - Mind set. Running a Wildlife control business isn’t just about removing animals, it takes focus, discipline, and the right mindset to build a strong, profitable business. In this presentation Daine will share insights and strategies that help business owners stay motivated work smarter and grow their businesses with confidence.

Charles Holt - inspection = connection with clients.

Clair - Over 200 snakes a year. Tips tricks and more concerning these cold blooded dollar signs !

Jonathan Ferreira Ace - Company Growth. Jonathan will present evolving from having a technician mindset focus on finishing tasks to embracing a managerial perspective that prioritizes strategic growth and team development.

Second day of Expo continues with…

Day 2 room 1

Ron Jones - Raccoon Eviction tips, products and techniques. With so many incorrect social media post concerning raccoon eviction we thought it high time to have Ron give the real lowdown on this often misunderstood technique. 

Seth Garber - It’s time integrating pest and wildlife to ensure a path to five million in revenue. Join Seth in Vegas and explore obtaining that high revenue higher reward available through
wildlife control !

Madere - Urban Rodent Trapping. If you miss Timothy in Orlando, a few years back, his insight on rodents is second to none and those lucky enough to attend the rat field trips at Expo New Orleans know you are in for a treat.

Sara O'Banion - AI for small businesses. Those of youin the knowsre well aware the take away from any presentation Sara does!

Keith Markun - Commercial bird and bat solutions. End the Expo presentations with a bang and our resident extrovert as he discusses commercial bird/bat work and be sure to be ready for some new acronyms and more!

Day 2 room 2

Jim Goins - Lasers and other innovative bird solutions. Join Jim to explore ways to break into bird work without always being up on a lift or ladder.

Goldstein- Advancements in remote monitoring. Join Mitch to pick up on all the info on what is one of the greatest time and trip savers for wildlife control operators !

Calder / Jeff Jacobs - Ground squirrel control. Explore tools and techniques to make ground squirrel control, extremely profitable and more!

Ryan McCann - Giving your repairs the special touch. Aesthetically pleasing repairs are one of Ryans many talents join Ryan to pick up techniques to give your repairs that special touch that equates to big bucks!

All breaks and lunches will be held in Exhibition Hall with the latest and greatest collection of wildlife control products and services !

After presentations get ready for the banquet and awards ceremony!!

Don’t forget the prizes, drawings and all around excellent time at the Banquet and awards ceremony!!!

This year’s theme is Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas so wear your favorite Hunter S Thompson gear, Elvis is always welcome as well as showgirls or any other Vegas theme outfit!

Registration is OPEN - https://www.nwcoa.com/Wildlife-Expo

10/01/2025

Want a chance to experience in-person NWCOA training?

NWCOA and the VWDMA have collaborated to bring wildlife control operators BOTH the NWCOA Bat Standards Certified and the NWCOA Wildlife Control Operators Training Course on October 14-16 in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

This event will take place over three days. However attendees can choose to attend just the one day Bat Standards Certified or the two day WCOTC…or attend both!

Remember the WCOTC is the prerequisite for the Advanced Operators Training Course (AOTC) which will be presented live and in-person at the Wildlife Expo this February in Las Vegas!

Hope to see you there!

Get ready to level up your skills at the VWDMA Fall Training Event - it's gonna be a blast!

09/29/2025

Another chance for in person training from NWCOA in conjunction with the VWDMA!

Fredericksburg, Virginia, October 14-16, 2025.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vwdma-fall-training-event-tickets-1716827690839?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/27/2025

The Eastern regional is ending with a bang with our OUTSTANDING vendors providing small group training to attendees!!

Huge thanks to all sponsors for this event as well!

Prize packages from Wildlife Control Supplies, HY-C Company, Viking Product Supply, Red Neck Pride bait and lures, Tactacam, Elevated Exclusion and NWCOA were very much appreciated by the attendees!!!

And last but certainly not least all attendees who made this a GREAT event!!!

09/17/2025

ATTENTION!!!

Five spots for Structural Bat Management Professional course have been added to the Eastern Regional!

Registration to Structural Bat Management also includes the two days of additional training including the Round Robin from industry vendors Wildlife Control Supplies, HY-C Company, Viking Product Supply, Red Neck Pride Ron Jones, Tactacam Garrett Russell, OcuTrap, Target Specialty Products and Elevated Exclusion Carmela Gatto, Keith Markunl, Jon Cischke!

Additionally a day of presentations from Drew Cowley, Gregg Schumaker, Brent Scott, Joseph Hayman, Jack Ellen Barnes, Kevin Cornwell and me.

Taco bar and metal bending with Exclusion Masters on Thursday night, Friday night mixer with snacks and drinks courtesy of Skyhawk Trapmate!

Five spots added and that’s the end register NOW!

This 3 Day event will include the Structural Bat Management Course, Educational Seminars and Hands On Demonstration Stations. Please make sure you visit our vendors in the vendor area!