November, 2024 Vermont Guideline

Vermont Outdoor Recreation
Industry News

Vermont Outdoor Guide Association Mission Statement


"Dedicated to the support and promotion of professional outdoor leadership,

education, and stewardship."

Friends and Members of VOGA,


We are currently posting events, services and destinations for this coming winter and for next year. If you'd like to have your business, events, job openings or news posted, let us know.


We have the traffic. Would you like visitor referrals?


Joining VOGA is easy and inexpensive and can help you build your customer base. We lost a lot of businesses over the last 4 years and we have a shortage of services in several activities. We need lodging that offers outdoor recreation nearby, services for ice fishing, biking, hiking and nearly all winter activities. We are also short on retail and rental businesses.


Membership includes multiple page listings on our directory, all with links to your website.


To get listed:


Join online at: Membership Form

You can sign up and pay online or print the form and mail it to us along with your check.


If you have the time, I'd love to hear your thoughts on the state of outdoor recreation industry today, how changes in the industry are affecting your business.

Email: gray@voga.org


Have fun and be safe out there,


Gray


Graydon B Stevens

Executive Director

Vermont Outdoor Guide Association (VOGA)

www.voga.org

gray@voga.org

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What's Happening in Vermont's Outdoor Recreation Industry


Recreation Job Openings - https://www.voga.org/recreation-jobs.html


Recreation Based Events - https://www.voga.org/vt-recreation-event-calendar.html


Outdoor Education Events - https://www.voga.org/outdoor-education-events.html


Women's Outdoor Events - https://www.voga.org/womens-outdoor-programs.html


Recreation Industry News - https://www.voga.org/recreation-industry-news.html


Recreation Industry News


$3.3 million available for municipal outdoor recreation projects


Vermont Fish and Wildlife’s 2025 calendar now available


West Burlington celebrates completion of Gear Avenue Trail expansion


Vermont’s traditionally popular 16-day regular deer season that begins Saturday, November 16 and ends Sunday, December 1.


Vermont Visitor Survey Underway Statewide


The Northern Forest Canoe Trail Unveils Second Edition Guidebook


Vermont ranks 3rd of the most adventurous states in America.


Previously known as The Lodge at Bromley, Sun Lodge Opens in the Heart of Southern Vermont as an All-Season Destination


State accepting pre-applications for the 2025 Recreational Trails Program


New England Outdoor Life Podcast Promotes Fishing, Hunting and Outdoor Heritage in New England


Vermont’s Wildlife Action Plan Stakeholder Survey Underway


April 28-29, 2025, 40th Annual Vermont Tourism Summit at Hotel Champlain, Burlington, VT.


Eternity Marketing Seeks Participants for a panel event on April 28-29 in Burlington at the Vermont Tourism Summit.


Central Casting seeks experienced skiers/snowboarders who would be interested in being a background actor. TV show filming in the Lake Placid, NY area on November 12, 2024. https://www.centralcasting.com/fsski/


Forest fire destroys two camps.


Vermont Selected as Host for 2027 NCAA Ski Championships


Orvis To Cut 8% Of Its Workforce


Green Mountain Club celebrates rehabilitation of a popular Camel’s Hump trail.


Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports Seeks Winter Volunteer-Instructors


NAVITOUR Seeks Accommodations Partners in Vermont. Contact: Shay.Bellas@navitour.com


Vermont Trails & Greenways Council Launches New Website


Congratulations to Local Motion for 25 years of making it safe, accessible, and fun for everyone to bike, walk, and roll in Vermont.


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NaviTour Seeks Partnerships with Distinctive Vermont Properties


NaviTour connects guests with local guides to create unique experiences, from walking history tours and food adventures to outdoor activities like hiking and paddling. In Maine, we've successfully onboarded 175 guides and collaborated with accommodation partners to provide a place for people to stay and enjoy their bespoke experiences, significantly enhancing guest satisfaction and encouraging longer stays for the accommodation partner.


We’re excited to expand into Vermont and are looking to partner with distinctive properties. Our international travel buyers constantly seek authentic, off-the-beaten-path experiences and frequently ask for accommodation recommendations.


We’d love to discuss how your property can benefit from this partnership or if you are a guide what experiences you offer. Email, call or text if you would like to chat shay.bellas@navitour.com (207) 632-8471

Outdoorly provides Vermont Outdoor Guide Association members insider deals to a wide selection of gear, apparel, and food from larger brands like Mammut, Mountain Hardware, and Obermeyer to more niche brands like RXBAR, Liberty Skis, and Klean Kanteen. Outdoorly is your way to access insider deals for the VOGA community. We've partnered with them to make sure that as a pro, you're getting the discounts you deserve.

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Marketing and Networking Opportunities in 2024 - 2025



November 7, 2024, 11th Annual Backcountry Forum

This year, in collaboration with the Catamount Trail Association, we are excited to host a FREE screening of the Winter Wildlands Alliance Backcountry Film Festival! We’ll be kicking things off with a potluck, beverages available from Red Clover Ale Co., and displays from various chapters, partners, and vendors in the BC community. The WWA Film Screening will be split into 2 reels with our Raffle Drawing sandwiched in between! https://www.ridgelineoutdoorcollective.org/backcountry-forum/


November 12, 2024, Sixth Annual Vermont Outdoor Economy Summit

Woodstock Inn and Resort, Woodstock, Vermont - Register for the Outdoor Economy Summit and Member Meeting on Tuesday, November 12 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Woodstock Inn and Resort in Woodstock, Vermont. VOBA's sixth annual gathering will bring together 125 outdoor businesses, organizations, education and service providers, funders, and policymakers from around the state for networking, education, and business development. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/voba-sixth-annual-outdoor-economy-summit-and-member-meeting-tickets-1024957875597


Destination BTV: A Travel & Tourism Summit for Greater Burlington on November 13.

Join the Lake Champlain Chamber and Hello Burlington for an afternoon of networking and insights on tourism, talent attraction, and economic development. If your work involves attracting visitors, talent, or new business, don’t miss this opportunity—plus, check out the brand-new Farmhouse event space at The Essex.https://lccvermont.org/event/destination-btv-a-travel-tourism-summit-for-greater-burlington-2/


January 13-16, 2025, Northern New England Recreation & Parks Conference

For over 70 years, the Northern New England Recreation & Parks Conference has been one of the highest quality parks & recreation conferences in all of New England. The conference is organized by a committee made up of parks & recreation professionals and exhibitor representatives from Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont & Massachusetts. https://nnerpc.myrec.com/info/default.aspx


January 17-19, 2025, The Yankee Sportsman's Classic

Champlain Valley Expo, Essex Junction, VT - Join us for three days full of fun and learning. Check out photos from previous years and watch the Human, Nature documentary. Visit with some of the best vendors in the nation. Bring the kids and let them experience the wonders of the outdoors. A portion of our show proceeds benefit Camp Ta-Kum-Ta! https://www.yankeeclassic.net/


January 17, 18 & 19, 2025, The Fly Fishing Show

Marlborough, MA. - With sold out exhibitor space in 2024 and record crowds, we are excited for the 2025 season to be one of the best ever! https://flyfishingshow.com/marlborough-ma/


March 1-2, 2025, The Boston Outdoor Expo

The Boston Outdoor Expo is coming to Boston, MA, Spring 2025. The expo offers a full weekend of inspiration for outdoor enthusiasts, like you. See influential speakers, take part in activities, and shop the latest gear, tech, nutrition and advice. It is a one stop shop to prepare you for your next adventure. If you love hiking, climbing, water sports, camping, mountain biking, trail running or just being outside, you don’t want to miss it. https://thebostonoutdoorexpo.com/


March 22 - 23, 2025, The Montréal Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show

The Outdoor Adventure Show is the LARGEST consumer show in Québec that brings together buyers and sellers of outdoor adventure products and services! We found a fantastic niche in attracting a highly passionate audience who love the outdoors, have disposable income, enjoy learning about new destinations and products and are open to new adventure activities and pursuits. Over 220 exhibitors in the outdoor sports industry found great success at the 2019 show, including: camping, canoeing, kayaking, SUP, hiking, biking, climbing, outdoor gear and apparel, education, nutrition, destinations, clubs, associations and MUCH MUCH MORE! Set yourself up for success and get access to your prime location now! https://outdooradventureshow.ca/montreal-exhibitor


April 28-29, 2025, 40th Annual Vermont Tourism Summit

Hotel Champlain, Burlington, VT. - The Vermont Tourism Summit draws one of the largest gatherings of tourism professionals in the state including owners, managers and employees of the many businesses connected to this important segment of the economy. If you are part of a tourism-related business or have an interest in the Vermont tourism industry, we invite you to join us to: Strengthen your business with expert insight from leading consultants, Master the latest tools, technologies and tactics, Learn smart strategies from marketing and media practitioners. https://www.vttourismsummit.org/

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Each activity page features outdoor recreation services and related lodging, gear and recreation trails. About VOGA


To get listed:


Join online at: Membership Form

You can sign up and pay online or print the form and mail it to us along with your check.


If you'd prefer to advertise and get your logo & link at the top of several of our pages, Here are the rates.

Email Us at: info@voga.org