Be part of something that makes a difference.

NYSAR³’s 37^th Annual Conference & Trade Show is New York’s leading gathering

for sustainability and recycling professionals—and it’s the perfect place

for you to connect, contribute, and stand out.  Join our Hybrid event today!

REGISTRATION OPEN:

• Early Bird tickets available thru October 1^st.  Please register early to avoid late fees that begin November 5^th.  

• Offering Member, Non-Member, Student, Virtual, Significant Other and Government employee tickets.  

• Volunteer at the conference and receive a reduced ticket rate.  Contact us at Info@NYSAR3.org, no later than August 2026 with your interest and availability. 

• Student Scholarships (2) available - details posted to website as we near the date! 

• Members receive discounted ticket rates and don't pay associated processing fees.  Late fees are not included.  

• Virtual Ticket Package available until October 15^th.  Learn more when you select 'Virtual Ticket' from our Registration page.

• Once you register, don't forget to book your hotel room if needed.  Scroll down to 'Hotel Accommodations'

Register Here! 

Conference Agenda

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE: 

We are thrilled to invite you to our 37^th NYSAR³ Annual Conference and Trade Show.  A three-day Hybrid event dedicated to advancing the principles of Reduction, Reuse, and Recycle in the context of sustainable materials management. This dynamic conference brings together a diverse group of professionals, educators, and experts from various fields to share their knowledge and insights on creating a more sustainable future for municipalities, states, and industries across the globe.  

Can't come in person, join us virtually!  Virtual attendance is your best bet to reduce your carbon footprint.  We would love to see you in-person, but we want to save our footprint too!   

The Trade Show at the Annual Conference showcases a dynamic range of industries driving the future of sustainable materials management. With leading companies presenting cutting-edge products and services, this is your chance to explore the latest innovations. The experts behind these solutions are passionate, forward-thinking, and dedicated to advancing the technologies and practices that will shape a more sustainable world for generations to come.

Come Exhibit or Sponsor this year's event! 

View our 2026 Brochure

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:

The conference will be held at the beautiful and historic Otesaga, 60 Lake Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326 so there is no need to travel further to experience all the sessions and events planned.  We have reserved a room block in our event name "NYSAR³ 37^th Annual Conference & Trade Show" at a rate of $249/night plus associated taxes (rate applies to a standard room).  Below are your instructions for booking at The Otesaga.  The room block expires Friday, September 18^th so don't delay! 

There are 2 ways to book:

1. Guests can reach the Reservations Office M-F 8a-6p and weekends 830a-5p (hours may vary) at 866-494-0085. To get the special rate they should mention the name of the event and the dates.
2. Guests can go to our website 24/7 using this direct booking link: NYSAR3 2026
   
   They will need to input the following to gain access:
   Group ID: 34W21Y
   Password: NYSAR326 (case-sensitive)

Any guests not referring to the group when calling or book improperly online will not be eligible for the discounted rate at a later date once the block is full and/or past the cutoff date.

Otesaga Room Cancellation Policy: 

A one-night deposit is required at booking to confirm your reservation. Cancellations between the booking date and 30 days prior to arrival will incur a $55.00 administrative fee (per room). You are able to modify your reservation up until 30 days prior to your check-in date without a penalty. At this 30-day period we will then charge the remaining balance of your stay and it becomes non-refundable, non-changeable, non-cancellable. Failure to arrive on the confirmed arrival date will result in the cancellation of your stay and the forfeiture of your entire deposit. Cancellations or changes made within 30 days of arrival will result in entire deposit forfeiture.
 

ALTERNATE HOTELS

Area hotels that are within a 5 minute drive to The Otesaga (unless otherwise noted).

• The Inn at Cooperstown, 16 Chestnut St, Cooperstown, NY 13326
  • Reservations:  (607) 547-5756
• The Railroad Inn, 28 Railroad Ave, Cooperstown, NY 13326
  • Reservations:  (607) 547-7111
• Lake Front Hotel - Cooperstown, 10 Fair St, Cooperstown, NY 13326
  • Reservations:  (607) 547-9511
• Landmark Inn Cooperstown, 64 Chestnut St, Cooperstown, NY 13326
  • Reservations:  (607) 547-7225
• Barnwell Inn, 48 Susquehanna Ave, Cooperstown, NY 13326
  • Reservations:  (607) 547-1850
• The Best Western Inn & Suites, 10 minute drive to The Otesaga, 50 Commons Dr, Cooperstown, NY 13326-9516
  • Reservations:  (607) 547-7100

Transportation 

RIDE-SHARING

Looking for a rideshare option to and from Cooperstown for the conference? Have an extra seat in your car? We were pleased to offer attendees the opportunity to coordinate ride-sharing on the Whova App found under the COMMUNITY BOARD.  Look for this after you register, download the App and login.  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. 

• Single-stream recycling bins
• Reused posters
• Printed minimal posters, most on paper with recycled content when available
• Reduced use of glossy paper
• Food composting bins
• Eco-conscious promo items
• 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 engage 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.  Or, scan QR Codes where available.  
• Bring your own creative ideas for reduction, reuse or recycling

Anticipating another extraordinary event in 2026 with you!