Elevating the Outdoor Economy in Southern Vermont

Join outdoor businesses and regional partners for an energizing afternoon of connection and practical conversation focused on strengthening economic development opportunities in Windham, Bennington and Windsor Counties.

• Insight into regional outdoor economy projects
• Connections to outdoor business
• Exposure to economic development and outdoor recreation opportunities
• Learn about Move Forward Vermont’s statewide vision for the outdoor economy

Whether you’re a guide, retailer, resort, manufacturer, or provide other outdoor recreation services and products, this event is designed to spark collaboration and build momentum in Southern Vermont.

Event Schedule

2:00 – 3:00 Optional outdoor time

• Nature walk on Retreat Farm trails
• Fly fishing demo with Diamondback Fly Rods

3:00 – 3:30 Networking

3:30 – 4:00 Speakers

• Kelly Ault, Executive Director, Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance
• John Potter, Town Manager, Brattleboro
• Peter “Fish” Case, Owner, Burrows Sports
• Emma Spett, Owner, River & Rye
• Matt Tibbs, Assistant Director of Recreation and Parks, Brattleboro
• Alex Wilson, West River Trail
• Jeff Diehl, Owner, BrattleFly
• Kate Trazkos, Executive Director, Downtown Brattleboro Alliance

4:00 – 5:00 Networking + refreshments

Hosts & Sponsors

Co-hosted by Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance, Burrows Sports, and Downtown Brattleboro Alliance.

Thank you to Supporting Partners Vermont Recreation & Parks Association and Vermont Trails & Greenways Council.

Thank you to Sponsors Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative, Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation, and Great Falls Regional Chamber of Commerce.