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ME Outdoor Economy Summit - Thompson's Point Portland Maine
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JANUARY 21-23, 2026 | PORTLAND, MAINE

ABOUT

ABOUT

What: Three days to gather, learn, and kindle what’s next for Maine’s outdoor recreation economy.

 

The Maine Outdoor Economy Summit is a meeting ground for ideas and action: professional growth, practical tools, and big-picture thinking around economic resilience, workforce, access, and equity.

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Who’s it for? Business leaders. Community builders. Policymakers. Educators. Developers. The next generation of outdoor leaders. Anyone shaping Maine’s outdoors.

 

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Why come?

  • Forge connections across Maine’s outdoor industry

  • Explore new ideas and the hard questions ahead

  • Trade knowledge, spark inspiration, and build momentum

MOES is where the collective power of Maine’s outdoor economy comes together in one room. Partnerships are struck, old friends reconnect, and a shared vision for Maine’s outdoor future comes into focus.


#MOESUMMIT #MaineOutdoorEconomy

 


When: January 21-23, 2026
Where: Holiday Inn By the Bay, Portland, Maine

What's in Store for MOES 2026

2026 Keynote Speakers

Robin Thurston, CEO of Outside Interactive, Inc. 

Kelly Davis, Director of Research, Outdoor Industry Association

Amanda Rector, Maine State Economist

Christi Elliott, Author and Founder, Maine Women Hunters

Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser, CEO & President, Trust for Public Land

Additional keynotes to be announced...

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MOES 26 Kickoff

Maine Outdoor Brands Product Showcase: Meet the Makers

Maine Outdoor Recreation Economy Roadmap Implementation Update

Industry Celebration and Awards

Maine Outdoor Film Festival 

 

Activities

Join us Wednesday afternoon for these specially curated excursions.

Kindling Collective Open House

Casco Bay Cold Plunge with Two Maine Mermaids 

Manufacturing Tour of Brant & Cochran Axes 

Ice Safety Training with Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and Maine Warden Service

Cross Country Skiing with Portland Nordic and Portland Gear Hub

Winter Hike / Snowshoe with Portland Trails   

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Rise & Shine Morning Activities

Start your day with one of our fun morning wellness adventures.

Morning Run with Joan Bohlke Kaijala, Founder of Running Peas

Yoga with Ashley Flowers Yoga    â€‹

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​Breakout Sessions

  • Recreation for Rural Communities: Leveraging Recreation for Economic Growth and Community Vitality 

  • Building Inclusive Pathways: Addressing What’s Missing in Maine’s Outdoor Economy

  • The Cost of Search and Rescue: Discussion on How/Who Can Help Fund Public and Private SAR Efforts

  • Emerging Voices: Student Visions for Outdoor Industry Careers in Maine

  • Working with Photographers: Best Practices for Photo Rights, Access, and Use for Outdoor Businesses and Organizations

  • Universal Design in Action: Creating Equitable Recreation Experiences

  • Maine Outdoor School for All: Launching a Pilot for Youth, Equity, and Workforce

  • Community Forests and Mountain Biking: Anchoring Maine’s Outdoor Recreation Economy

  • Integrating AI into Your Business: New Tools and Case Studies from Outdoor Brands

  • Cross-Border Opportunities: Navigating Trade Barriers and Realities for Maine Brands

  • Trails as Community Infrastructure: Quantifying the Cultural and Economic Value of Outdoor Recreation Networks

  • Building Career Pathways: Strategies for Growing the Outdoor Workforce

  • Land and Access Returned to Penobscot Nation Across Two Important Projects

  • Passing the Torch: Succession Planning and Exit Strategies for an Enduring Business​

  • Emerging Trends & Opportunities in Outdoor Recreation

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​​Open Houses & Receptions

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Thank You to Our
2026 SPONSORS

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2026 PLANNING PARTNERS

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