35th Annual Conference & Trade Show

Meet our Speakers

We are thrilled to announce an incredible lineup of speakers for both the NRC Recycling Congress and NYSAR³'s Annual Conference! Our speakers are coming from near, far, and even virtually to bring you a wealth of knowledge, experience, and inspiration.

These industry leaders, innovators, and experts will share their insights, ensuring you gain valuable perspectives that can enhance your understanding and spark new ideas.

Register thru Monday, November 18th

• VIRTUAL tickets are being offered and included with the links below.  Please read carefully when selecting your ticket/s to make sure you have the right one.  
• Registrations made November 12th or later will include an additional fee, so please register early! 
• We appreciate each registrant completing the questionnaire & accompanying waivers found during the check-out process.  The feedback will assist in improving our efforts at this year's and future conferences. 
• Participate in the Recycling Congress evening Reception on Nov. 19th at the National Baseball Hall of Fame.  Tickets are available on each registration page.  Don't forget yours! 
• Early Bird tickets closed on 9/30/24. 
• Don't forget your hotel accommodations (scroll down).   

WELCOME National Recycling Congress on November 19th

We are pleased to announce that our state partner, the National Recycling Coalition (NRC), is hosting the National Recycling Congress!

Visit their website to learn about what is in store and make your selection for sponsoring or exhibiting on Tuesday, November 19th. 

Join the NRC team for an evening Reception at The Baseball Hall of Fame on November 19th.

Reception Agenda:

5:15 p.m.   Hors d’oeuvres and Refreshments

• • Activity Tables (visit throughout the evening)

    • Magic of Recycling - Cyril May

    • Sustainability in the Beauty Industry - Hannah Craik

5:30 p.m.   Welcome by NRC

• • • Presentation - Reuse Playbook
    • Murry J. Fox Fund Scholarship Announcement, by Jack DeBell, NRC Campus Council Chair
    • NRC Awards Presentation

6:15 p.m.  Self-guided Museum tours and Networking

7:30 p.m.  Close of Reception and Baseball Hall of Fame 

Directions to the National Baseball Hall of Fame from The Otesaga

*Tickets available for on-line purchase until November 19th, 12:00 p.m.  

**Ticket valid for museum admission the night of the Reception and the following day 9 am - 5 pm

NYSAR³ Exhibitor and Sponsor Opportunities

*Exhibitor spaces are FULL.  Thank you for your interest in participating this year! 

Sponsor and Exhibitor benefits include:

• Networking with public and private sector reduction, recycling, reuse and materials management professionals
• Interactive in-person vendor show for three (3) full days - New this year!
• Modest booth and sponsorship costs
• Timely technical and educational session topics
• Exhibitor Reception and ALL breaks in the exhibit hall to promote networking - New this year!
• Bask in the luxury the Otesaga provides
• Visit the nearby Baseball Hall of Fame
• Exhibitor/Sponsor exposure before, during and after the event (up to 4 months)
• Session Sponsors
• Event Sponsors 
• Unique Sponsorships - New this year!

2024 Sponsorship/Exhibitor Brochure

Hotel Accommodations 

Otesaga Room Block now closed.  

The conference is being held at the beautiful Otesaga, so you do not need to travel further to experience all sessions.  We welcome you to make your hotel reservations at The Otesaga by:

• Calling 866-494-0085.  Mention the NYSAR³ Annual Conference & Trade Show to receive the discounted block rate for a standard room when you call.  Rooms are almost filled, so don't miss out.  
• Please ask the hotel about special rates for Government, Military, etc…  

Transportation 

Looking for a rideshare option to and from Cooperstown for the conference? Have an extra seat in your car? We were pleased to offer information on the Whova App Community Board (you need to register to have access to the Whova Community Board) where you can coordinate rideshares between conference attendees.  Rideshares lower our carbon footprint and expand access to the event, and maybe you will make a new friend!

BY PLANE

Flights are available to the following large airports:

• Albany International Airport in Albany, N.Y.
  • RIDE-SHARING: Lyft and Uber services are available at Albany International Airport. These services are accessed by using the Lyft or Uber apps on cell phones.  Lyft and Uber drivers are stationed near the terminal and once dispatched, can arrive in 3-5 minutes.
• Syracuse Hancock International Airport in Syracuse, N.Y.
  • RIDE-SHARING from airport
• Greater Binghamton Airport in Binghamton, N.Y.

BY TRAIN

Take the train to one of the two nearest Amtrak stations: 1 (800) 872-7245 

• Albany-Rensselaer NY Amtrak Station is located 1 hour, 30 minute's drive to Cooperstown.    Visit: www.amtrak.com/stations/alb
• Utica Station is located 1-hour's drive to Cooperstown. Visit: www.amtrak.com/stations/uca
• Amtrak Trip Planning Map is a great tool to check out!

BY BUS

• Trailways offers service to Cooperstown and nearby Oneonta (located 33-minutes south of Cooperstown).  Call 800-858-8555.
• Oneonta Public Transit (OPT) provides service to Cooperstown. Call (607) 432-7100 for details.
• The Otsego Express provides service to Cooperstown.  For questions about routes, route deviation, and other needs, please call  800-388-9853.

BY AUTOMOBILE

• From the west (Syracuse): I-90 Thruway Exit 30 at Herkimer (Rt. 28).
• From the east (Albany): I-90 Thruway Exit 29 at Canajoharie (Rts. 10, 20, and 80) or I-90 Thruway Exit 25A and take I-88 to Duanesburg (5 miles), then Rt. 20 west to Rt. 80 south.
• From the south: I-88 & Rt. 28 (Binghamton/Oneonta/Cooperstown).
• From the North: Routes 28, 80 South and County Route 31 South.

Low-waste Event

We are pleased to make our events as low-waste as possible. 

• Paper recycling bins
• Reused posters from last year
• Printed minimal posters
• Food composting bins
• No plastic silverware
• No plastic cups
• Integration of the Whova App to enhance communications to all attendees.  A limited amount of paper agendas and those in large-print are available at the Registration Table.  
• Reusable name badges (returned at the end of the conference)

Attendee participation to a Low-Waste Event: 

• Bringing your own water bottle or coffee mug for fill-up
• Use the zero-waste stations provided complimentary by the DEC at the event
• Downloading the Whova (pronounced Whoo-va) App to eliminate the use of agendas and to communicate with others at the conference.  
• Bringing your own carrying tote or bag to pickup promo items in the Exhibitor Hall.
• Bringing your own washable cloth napkins to quickly wipe up spills, dry out your coffee mug to put back in your bag, or use when you go to dinner instead of paper napkins.  Concerned you'll forget them?  Pack some in your car, purse or reusable bag. 
• When dining out, order a smaller meal/portions to reduce food waste, or bring your own reusable take-home container to the restaurant.  Ask if the restaurant is opposed to sharing meals.   
• Taking pics with your phone of displays, business cards, brochures, and more. 

Safety at the Annual Conference

NYSAR³ is taking safety precautions to ensure our in-person event is as healthy and safe as possible. Precautions for in-person attendance included:

• Attendees should follow the CDC Guidelines for travel as well as for Community and work.

• Conference attendees are asked to please stay home/switch to virtual if they are experiencing any ill symptoms. 

• If you find you are not feeling well after you arrive, access our virtual conference components through the Whova App and nestle down in your hotel room to watch the conference

• Available hand sanitizer at Registration table and throughout conference area.

• The Otesaga has a Commitment to Care for their guests so you can feel safe and welcome.

Thank you for participating!