AGENDA

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    ​

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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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