2024 Gateway Outdoor Summit

The Gateway Outdoor Summit is our region’s opportunity to celebrate what we’ve achieved in outdoor recreation, imagine what’s possible, and begin the conversation to building a truly exciting outdoor economy and ecosystem here.

This forward-looking event is part of an expanded Gateway Outdoor Expo weekend (https://gatewayoutdoorexpo.com/).

The keynote speaker will be Lesford Duncan, Executive Director of the Outdoor Foundation, who will discuss how strategic initiatives, like Thrive Outside, are breaking down barriers, promoting inclusivity and new ways of engaging outdoors, and fostering a love for nature across diverse communities. Whether you’re a retailer, outfitter, outdoor brand, community-based organization, or outdoor enthusiast passionate about connecting people to planet, this keynote will equip you with actionable insights and inspire you to make a meaningful impact in the world of outdoor adventure.