The Midwest Bat Working Group (MWBWG) is proud to host our 18th annual meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, April 15-16, 2026. The annual meeting provides a venue for participants to present results from studies, provide updates on long-term research projects, and plan future multi-state collaborative endeavors, all on local, regional, and national scales. This meeting is highly valuable to biologists looking to collaborate on research and management of bats, as well as to professionals who promote conservation by enhancing public understanding of bats.
Each year, sponsors play an invaluable role in making the annual MWBWG meeting a success. Donations from sponsors help to keep registration costs low, making it easier for all to attend, especially students and early career professionals. This meeting strives to bring professionals together to work collaboratively towards the conservation of bats, which are facing unprecedented declines, and your contribution helps to make that happen. We greatly appreciate any donation level. Below is a sponsorship form and the associated rewards to help guide your decision.
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Sponsor Level
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Perks
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Donation
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Mississippi River
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● 3 complimentary in-person or virtual registrations
● Large logo on program and website
● 2 tables in vendor area
● Signage at main registration
● 3 complimentary t-shirts
● Logo advertised at open and close of meeting
● Workshop space provided – limited availability
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$2,000+
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Red River of the North
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● 2 complimentary in-person or virtual registrations
● Large logo on program and website
● 2 tables in vendor area
● Signage at main registration
● 2 complimentary t-shirts
● Logo advertised at opening and closing of meeting
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$1,500
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Minnesota River
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● 2 complimentary in-person or virtual registrations
● Medium logo on program and website
● 2 tables in vendor area (depending on space and availability)
● Signage at main registration
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$1,000
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St. Croix River
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● 1 complimentary in-person or virtual registrations
● Medium logo on program and website
● 1 table in vendor area
● Signage at main registration
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$600
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St. Louis River
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● 1 complimentary in-person or virtual registration
● Small logo on program and website
● 1 table in vendor area
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$350
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Rainy River
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● 1 complimentary virtual registration
● Small logo on program and website
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$200
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Note: The number of tables is limited due to venue size. Tables will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Each table is 5’ in length. Codes for regular meeting registration will be distributed via email.
BECOME A SPONSOR
REGISTRATION OPTIONS
If you are interested in sponsoring the 18th Annual Midwest Bat Working Group meeting and/or being a exhibitor or vendor there are three ways to register.
Sponsor/Vendor Registration Closes: April 1, 2026
Please submit your registration and payment by:
OPTION 1 (PREFERRED) - CREDIT CARD - Register and Pay Online
Click BECOME A SPONSOR above and select your vendor/sponsor level, complete the registration form, and follow the prompts to Pay Online with a credit card.
OPTION 2 - CHECK - Register Online & Pay By Check
Click BECOME A SPONSOR above and select your vendor/sponsor level, and complete the online registration form.
On the payment page select "Invoice me". An email will be sent to you with instructions for submitting your payment by mail.
Submit payment by check payable to MWBWG or Midwest Bat Working Group
Send your check AND a copy of your invoice to:
Joe Kath - MWBWG President
17 Friars Lane
Springfield, IL 62074
OPTION 3 - If you prefer to send both your completed registration form and payment by "snail" mail DOWNLOAD THE REGISTRATION FORM HERE and follow the provided instructions.
*NOTE: Annual MWBWG membership dues are separate from sponsorship registration, codes for complimentary meeting registrations will be distributed via email.
If you have any questions about being involved with this year's annual Midwest Bat Working Group Meeting please contact Melissa Boman (melissa.melboman@gmail.com)
Information about the meeting, lodging, a program overview and more will be available on the general MEETING EVENT PAGE.
Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to working with you.
