41ST ANNUAL OCOA CONVENTIONNIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO
AUGUST 22ND to 24TH, 2023
We are looking forward to seeing everyone for the 1st time in several years! The Guelph Enforcement Unit has been working behind the scenes to deliver an exciting and fun opportunity for association members! This years convention will be located at the Crown Plaza Hotel walking distance to many attractions including Clifton Hill, Bird Kingdom, The Falls, Ripleys Wax Museum and so much more! Remember that we will be checking out on the Friday before the weekend so we saved some money on room rates before the weekend rush.
The convention will be located here at the Crown Plaza Hotel
The warden games will be located here at Fireman’s Park
To Watch a video of this hotel click here
THE REGISTRATION FORM IS LOCATED here 2023 Convention Registration pdf
When and Where?
Crowne Plaza Hotel, located at 5685 Falls Avenue in Niagara Falls, from August 22nd through the 24th, 2023.
How to reserve?
The cut off date for booking rooms at $169 a night is coming to an end at 5:00pm July 7th, so book now to ensure you get the best rate available.
You can book your room at the Crowne Plaza Hotel by calling the reservation department directly at 1-800-519-9911 and request the special group rate for the “Ontario Conservation Officers Association” and reference the code OZA.
Camping is available nearby at both Jellystone Park and the local Niagara Falls KOA. Refer to the convention registration form for additional booking information.
Hotel Features:
As an added bonus, hotel room bookings include tastings for two at Niagara Brewing Company and two WEGO bus system tickets, plus a few other goodies.
The hotel offers a pool and gym, on-site spa and multiple restaurant options.
The venue is directly connected to the Fallsview Indoor Water Park so it should be a great family destination.
The hotel is also at the base of Clifton Hill, which is Niagara Falls top destination for attractions, restaurants, casinos and entertainment. Located just one block to the Horseshoe Falls along the Niagara river, Clifton Hill’s exciting array of attractions includes the Niagara Speedway and the Niagara Skywheel, Canada’s Largest Giant wheel providing you with views like no other of Niagara Falls.
Big Prizes and Trips to be won:
3 night Fishing package at Island Lake Camp (New ownership!)
8 Conservation Officer donated hunt/fishing trips
Huge prize packages from Vortex Optics
A shotgun donated by Canuck Arms company
The ever popular Excalibur Prize package donated by CS archery
And many more!
Warden Games:
Located at the Firemen’s park in Niagara Falls North end, best known for it’s 135 acre natural park on the beautifil Niagara Escarpment. Games for all ages followed by a BBQ in a licenced area.
Additional Info:
We’re hoping that the exciting venue and sightseeing options drive attendance up this year, but recognize that not all members will be able to attend in person.
Those unable to attend in person will be able to participate in portions of the convention remotely, including OCOA business portions.
If you plan to attend remotely but would still like to receive a convention memento, we’re offering the opportunity to submit a nominal registration fee to cover the cost of the item and shipping. For remote attendees who would not like to receive a memento, no registration form or fee is required.
Information about attending remotely will be provided by the OCOA as the convention nears. Remote attendees should consider making arrangements with an in-person attendees so they can participate in the fundraising auction by proxy. We plan to make payment by e-transfer available to facilitate this sort of arrangement.
Speaking of the auction, the convention committee is on the hunt for sponsors. If you’ve got ties to a person or business that might be interested in providing an item or an experience (e.g., a personally guided hunting excursion) for our raffle or silent auction, please reach out to one of the committee members.
The agenda for the event will be released shortly
Committee members include Ron Arnold, Matt Brown, Sean Cronsberry, Jotham Dumesnil, Todd Kish, Carey Moore, Adam Norton, Joel Pegg, Drew Pegrum, Vanessa Rukas, Steve Savoie and Ben Sumner.
Please find the registration form attached,
See you in August!
OCOA Convention Committee
Agenda To Follow!