Meetings Schedule & Upcoming Events
Mon
16
2026
March 16, 2026
7:00PM - 9:00PM EDT
Maryland & Virginia Legislative Day Dinner
Equinox at 19th
MSPCA will be co-hosting a joint dinner with the Virginia Pest Management Association during the NPMA Legislative Day event being held March 15 – 17 at the Capital Hilton in Washington, DC. If you are attending Legislative Day, we invite you to join us for dinner on Monday, March 16th at 7:00 pm at the Equinox on 19th Restaurant. If you have not attended before, Legislative Day is such a great event and a very impactful event! It is our opportunity to take our industry’s message directly to our representatives. We learn about key legislation and messaging on Monday and then walk to appointments on the Hill on Tuesday. Nobody goes it alone – we go as a group. If we don’t deliver the message, who will? It is so important. Please join us. There is strength in numbers, plus it is fun! Join us for dinner on Monday, then walk with us to Capitol Hill on Tuesday - we hope to have two large delegations from Maryland and Virginia this year!
Tue
24
2026
March 24, 2026
8:00AM - 4:00PM EDT
Are You Ready to Earn MSPCA WDI-O Credentials? Take the VPMA WDI Webinar on June 4th!
In-person in Manassas, March 24th or Virtual on June 10th
MSPCA utilizes the Virginia Pest Management Association Certified WDI Inspector program for the initial training and testing of PMPs seeking to earn the MSPCA WDI-O Inspector Credentials. Supplemental Maryland-specific information is provided after this initial training and testing has been completed. Click to learn the full process and to get details on the upcoming VPMA Certified WDI Inspector training events and begin the process to become an MSPCA WDI-O Credentialed Inspector!
Thu
28
2026
May 28, 2026
7:45AM - 12:45PM EDT
Earn Recertification Credits at MSPCA Last Chance Webinar!
$85 for MSPCA Members and $110 for Non-members
Live-streaming Zoom Webinar - MDA considers this an in-person event
If you need to earn recertification credits for your pest control license before the June 30th deadline, take this half-day webinar! Get some top-quality pest management training and earn credits in all of the states you need credits in! Recertification credits will be applied for in categories 7A, 7B, 7D, 8, and CORE in Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, DC.
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Latest News
12/30/2025
If You’re Cold, They’re Cold
By David Moore, II, BCE, Dodson Bros. Exterminating Co., Inc.
In this article, David Moore, II, BCE talks about the importance of winter equipment maintenance for pest control professionals. He provides practical guidance on cleaning, storing, calibrating, and repairing sprayers, traps, PPE, and service vehicles during the off-season. By taking these steps, technicians can extend the life of their equipment, ensure compliance, and be fully prepared for the busy spring season, avoiding costly downtime and ensuring optimal treatment performance.
12/30/2025
Gas Leak? Take Action!
By Sandra Kraft and Larry Pinto with Pinto & Associates, Inc.
In this article, Sandra Kraft and Larry Pinto provide essential guidance for pest management technicians on how to safely respond to natural gas and propane hazards during service calls. From recognizing the odor of mercaptan added to detect leaks, to handling older appliances and connectors safely, they outline critical steps to protect yourself, your customers, and others. The article emphasizes immediate evacuation, avoiding ignition sources, and contacting emergency responders, giving technicians clear, actionable instructions for managing gas emergencies in homes and buildings.
12/30/2025
MSPCA Wraps Up 2025 with Annual Dinner and Board Meeting
The MSPCA 2025 Annual Dinner and Board Meeting was a night to remember! Held on November 19 at Pinstripes in North Bethesda, the evening combined great food, fun games of bocce, and meaningful association updates—and all MSPCA members were welcome to join, not just the Board. If you missed it this year, mark your calendar for next year—you won’t want to miss the celebration, networking, and energy that carry MSPCA into 2026!
