El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Selected to Host 19th Annual NAMUCA Conference

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce it has been selected to host the 19th Annual North American Mounted Unit Commanders Association (NAMUCA) Conference, April 4–8, 2027, at the Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs.

The 2027 conference will mark the first time NAMUCA has been held west of the Mississippi River, bringing mounted law enforcement professionals from across the United States, Canada, and other countries to Colorado Springs for a week of training, networking, and professional development.

Today, NAMUCA has become a premier organization for information, training, and networking among mounted law enforcement professionals. The association has continued to expand its international reach, with past conference attendees representing the United States, Canada, Australia, Ireland, Israel, Brazil, and Taiwan.

NAMUCA’s continued growth reflects the important role mounted units play in law enforcement and public safety. The association works to strengthen professional relationships, advance training, showcase mounted equipment, and promote the exchange of information among mounted law enforcement professionals worldwide.

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office looks forward to welcoming NAMUCA members to Colorado Springs in 2027.

“Hosting the NAMUCA Conference is an honor for the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, our Mounted Unit, and our community,” said El Paso County Sheriff Joseph Roybal. “This conference provides an exceptional opportunity for mounted law enforcement professionals to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and learn from one another. We are proud to bring this conference to Colorado and showcase our community, our region, and the professionalism of mounted law enforcement.”

“Bringing the NAMUCA Conference to the Colorado Rocky Mountains for the first time is an exciting opportunity for mounted law enforcement,” said NAMUCA President Kevin Brady. “Colorado Springs offers an incredible setting for our conference, and we look forward to introducing our attendees to the El Paso County community and the unique opportunities Colorado has to offer. Our members value the opportunity to discuss best practices, build new relationships, and share the knowledge and experience that strengthens mounted law enforcement across the United States and Canada. We are extremely grateful to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office for welcoming NAMUCA and look forward to an outstanding 19th annual conference in 2027.”

The 2027 conference is expected to bring mounted law enforcement professionals from across North America and international agencies to Colorado Springs. Conference activities will provide opportunities for specialized training, networking, demonstrations, and the exchange of best practices among mounted units.

More information about the 19th Annual NAMUCA Conference, including registration and conference details, will be released as planning progresses.

 

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