Planning for the 2026 Western Regional Survey Conference is underway, and momentum is building for what promises to be a standout event. Scheduled for March 18-21, 2026, at the Horseshoe Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, the conference will bring together professionals from across the region for four packed days of education, networking and celebration of the surveying profession.

Hosted jointly by the Alaska Society of Professional Land Surveyors (ASPLS), Arizona Professional Land Surveyors (APLS), California Land Surveyors Association (CLSA), Nevada Association of Land Surveyors (NALS), New Mexico Professional Surveyors (NMPS), Utah Council of Land Surveyors (UCLS), Professional Land Surveyors of Wyoming (PLSW) and Western Federation of Professional Surveyors (WFPS), the Western Regional Survey Conference will feature four educational tracts, offering a wide range of topics tailored to both seasoned professionals and emerging voices in the field.

Keynote speakers will include Kris Kline, Gary Kent, Garrett Smelker and Logan Campbell, each bringing unique insights and expertise. CFeds training with Glen Thurow has also been confirmed, providing a valuable opportunity for attendees who missed the session in 2025. The event will also host a North Arrow competition and an ALTA/NSPS competition, with details forthcoming to allow participants ample time to prepare.

The conference committee is currently finalizing details, and input from state boards is helping to shape the agenda. The initial schedule is expected to be released soon and will be posted on www.ucls.org to help attendees plan their experience.