# Event Details - **Event Name**: On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 01 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm - **Event Description**: Oklahoma's Annual Recycling Conference and Exhibit Hall is the state's premier gathering of recycling and sustainability professionals.About this EventPlan to attend the annual Oklahoma Recycling Conference to hear the newest information on recycling and to meet and network with professionals.Oklahoma Recycling Association's (OKRA) 2026 Oklahoma Recycling Conference:"On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route"Tuesday September 1 - Intro to Zero Waste Class 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Tuesday September 1 - Tour Choctaw Nation Recycling Facility (MRF) 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.Tuesday September 1 - Annual Cookout and networking time 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Wednesday September 2 - Conference 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Conference Keynote: Amanda Waddle, Zero Waste USAConference Sessions:Market UpdateJust Porch It! Recycling TextilesWhat Happens to our PlasticOK Battery Stewardship Act UpdateC & D WasteFiber RecyclingConference Program: coming soonRegistration Fees:OKRA Member: Early Bird $125 (by July 31)$150 (after July 31)Non Member: Early Bird $150 (before July 31)$175 (after July 31)Student/Senior $75Extras:September 1Cookout $25Intro to Zero Waste Class:OKRA member $50Non OKRA Member $100Tour of the Choctaw Nation Recycling Center $0Activities on September 1stIntroduction to Zero Waste - presented by Zero Waste USA.Introduction to Zero Waste is a four-hour class designed,m hosted, and taught by Zero Waste USA staff. Participants will learn about Zero Waste principles, the Zero Waste International Alliance's (AWIA)definition, and the Zero Waste Hierarchy during this class. Participants will also be intorduced to Zero Waste principles and planning techniques for businesses, institutions, and communities. For more information go to: https://recycleok.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/IZW-Class-Description_Zero-Waste-USA-1.pdfClass will be at the Choctaw Nation Headquarters, 1802 Chukka Hina, Durant, OK 74701. The class will be from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. There will be an hour break for lunch. Lunch is not provided, but their is a food court available in the building.Free Tour of the Choctaw Nation Recycling Facility 3408 Wes Watkins Blvd, Durant, OK 74701See how the Choctaw Nation Successfully recycles tons of waste each month and join this tour. The tour will begin at 3:30 p.m. and last for about an hour. Closed toe shoes are required.OKRA Annual Cookout and Cornhole TournamentTuesday, September 1st.This is an opportunity to meet conference attendees, speakers, sponsors and venders. This will take place at The Choctaw Nation Recycling Center. The center is located about 1/2 mile north of the Choctaw Hotel and Casino at 3408 Wes Watkins Bld, Durant, OK 74701. Chappell Supply & Equipment and River City Hydraulics are sponsoring the cookout. Menu TBD ( Vegetarian and Vegan options will be available through registration.) BYOB - Bring your own beverage if you want something other than water, iced tea, or lemonade. Seating is limited, so bring your own chair.Registration and sign-in for the Corn Hole tournament is at 5:00 p.m. The tournament will start at 5:30 p.m. You must be present at 5:30 to participate in the Tournament.This Conferences is sponsored by: The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, The Chickasaw Nation, The Choctaw Nation, Chappell Supply, RCH, Batliner, Rerhig, American Waste Control.Oklahoma's Annual Recycling Conference is held each fall. The conference brings together municipal recycling coordinators, waste management professionals, educators, government officials, business leaders, and environmental advocates for two full days of education, networking, and collaboration.Since 2008, OKRA has hosted annual conferences addressing the most pressing challenges and opportunities in Oklahoma recycling — from contamination reduction and rural recycling solutions to circular economy innovation and community stewardship.Conference Lodging InformationA block of rooms has been reserved at the Choctaw Hotel and Casion Resorts for September 1, 2026. You can start booking reservations in the Individual Pay Block, either by call-in or you can make them online.The following is the online reservation steps for your guests. Guests will also have the option of contacting our reservation department open 24 hours a day by calling 1-800-788-2464 press #1 and giving the agent the offer code OKRA for the group rate.If you would like to book your reservations online, please use the link below.book.rguest.com/onecart/wbe/offers/1180/Choctaw-Durant-Book?offerCode=OKRACut off date for OKRA Conference Special Rate is Tuesday, August 18, 2026. **If any attendees wish to use a third party payment method for their reservations, please refer to the Third Party Payment Policy at this link: https://recycleok.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Client-Third-Party-Payment-Process-2.pdf - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durant/on-the-road-to-zero-waste-staying-the-route/100001988322002634 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, sports, tournaments - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Choctaw Casino & Resort-Durant - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 175, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Durant - **state**: OK - **country**: United States - **location**: Choctaw Casino & Resort-Durant - **lat**: 33.9507354 - **long**: -96.41393219999999 - **full address**: Choctaw Casino & Resort-Durant, 4216 U.S. 69, Durant, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/087f66f55c21b12c9e17653e7d38345b0b30935f1809709f5b701087d0f0cbf7-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781572327 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route being held? - **A:** On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route takes place on Tue, 01 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Choctaw Casino & Resort-Durant, 4216 U.S. 69, Durant, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route? - **A:** On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route is organized by Oklahoma Recycling Association (OKRA). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** On the Road to Zero Waste: Staying the Route is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Durant, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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