Event Dates
Thursday, October 1, 2026, and Friday, October 2, 2026
Location
Confluence Technology Center
285 Technology Center Way, Ste 102
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Objectives
By the end of this two-day event, participants will have:
- Connected with rural prevention peers across Washington
- Strategized around rural network action plan and advancing prevention efforts in rural Washington
- Learned latest science, data analysis, and equity initiatives in the substance misuse prevention field
Overview
The Rural Network, a group of prevention specialists, volunteers and leaders across Washington state who work towards building resiliency and preventing youth substance misuse in rural communities, are hosting their third bi-annual Rural Prevention Conference in Wenatchee, WA on Thursday, October 1st – Friday, October 2nd.
We welcome anyone living-in, working-in, or simply interested-in learning more about rural prevention. We are excited about the two days of speakers, sharing ideas, networking, and energizing together. This year the focus will be on what is working in small towns throughout the state, how to better understand youth experience and meet youth where they are at, and why connection is more important than content when doing prevention work.
Register Today!
The conference fee is $125 per person.
Sliding-scale conference scholarships available. Apply for a scholarship code PRIOR to registering.
(see below)
Clock hours and continuing education credits are also available!
Registration Scholarship
We offer sliding scale pricing so you can choose the rate that works for you. To request a scholarship, please click the button below and complete the form. After completing the form, Abigail Wells will email you with a scholarship code to apply during registration.
For questions about the scholarship process, please submit them through the contact form at the bottom of this page.
Agenda
20+ SESSIONS. LOCAL TO NATIONAL SPEAKERS.
Explore practical strategies, innovative ideas, and proven approaches for topics such as:
- AI and technology in prevention
- Youth mental health and wellbeing
- Community resiliency and rural equity
- Building authentic youth partnerships
- Collaborating with local law enforcement
- Prevention policy and systems change
- Sexual violence prevention
- Strengthening families and communities
A complete agenda of speakers and sessions will be available soon. Whether you’re new to prevention or a seasoned professional, there will be something for everyone working to make a big impact in small towns.
Keynotes:
To be announced!
Lodging
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites
201 Valley Mall Pkwy, East Wenatchee, WA 98802
Special group rate starting at $155
How to Reserve:
Register through the link below to automatically apply the conference attendee group rate to your reservation.
If you need assistance, call (509) 436-9830. It is important when calling to reference the group code RPN (Rural Prevention Network) to ensure obtaining the group rate.
Group rate cutoff date is September 9th, 2026. After this date, any unreserved rooms will be released, and the discounted rate will no longer be available.
Clock Hours & Credits
Clock hours and continuing education credits are available at this event. More information on how to claim hours and credits will be posted here as soon as available.
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