Arkansas Narcotic Officers Association 2026 Annual Training Conference

The Arkansas Narcotic Officers Association 2026 Annual Training Conference will be held May 19-22 at The Hotel Hot Springs, 305 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. The conference fee is $250.00, which includes ANOA membership dues, all registration costs, training materials, door prizes, and the banquet. Pre-registration and pre-payment are highly encouraged for better planning, though not mandatory to attend. Lodging is the responsibility of individual participants, with special room rates available at The Hotel Hot Springs for $111.00 for single occupancy and $121.00 for double occupancy. To receive these special rates, attendees must register for their rooms before May 1st. The conference offers up to 24 hours of certified training, with eligibility for certification through the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST). Mandatory class attendance is required to receive a certificate. Training topics include 'Operational Planning for Narcotics Officer', 'Long Term Investigations & Case Overview of Cartel Vehicle Stop', '12 Seconds in the Dark', 'Why We Do What We Do', 'Intermediate Highway Interdiction', and 'Meth Lab Recert'. The banquet, included in the conference fee, will feature awards, door prizes, guest speakers, and recognition for the 'Paudert / Evans Officer of the Year'. Spouses, significant others, supervisors, and administrators are encouraged to attend the banquet, with guest tickets available for $45.00 each.