Join Viristar at the AORE Outdoor Professional Conference

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We are excited to announce that Viristar will be leading a pre-conference event, hosting a booth in the exhibit hall, and presenting a workshop at the 2024 Outdoor Professional Conference (OPC), organized by the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education.

This event is a leading gathering for professionals in the outdoor recreation industry, dedicated to those who facilitate participant-facing outdoor activities.

About the Conference

The OPC, held ​​November 19 – November 22, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana USA, is designed to empower attendees, foster connections, and ensure relevance in an ever-evolving industry.

Through workshops, education sessions, networking opportunities, and the exhibit hall, the OPC addresses trends, issues, and challenges within facilitated recreation.

Viristar Leading a Pre-Conference Event

In addition to our presence at the main conference, Viristar will be hosting a pre-conference event: the Risk Management for Outdoor Programs course.

This comprehensive training is designed for outdoor and experiential professionals, equipping them with essential safety management skills and knowledge.

Event Details:

  • Date/Time: November 6 – December 4, 2024 | 11 am – 12:30 am ET (UTC-5) + online work
  • Location: Online
  • Fee:  USD 649

This 40-hour course, spread over four weeks, is suitable for managers, administrators, and leaders responsible for experiential, outdoor, wilderness, adventure, or travel programs.

Register for the pre-conference event here! 

Viristar to Give Risk Management Workshop

In addition to the pre-conference course, Viristar’s Program Manager, Annie Linhart, will be offering a Risk Domains in Outdoor Programs workshop Tuesday, November 19th at 11:00 am.

This workshop aims to provide administrators and program leaders with knowledge, tools, and strategies to help identify, assess, and mitigate risks across various domains within outdoor programming.

Visit Us at Booth 251

Be sure to stop by Booth 251 in the expo hall to learn more about Viristar’s comprehensive outdoor and adventure consulting and training services. Our team will be on hand to answer your questions and discuss how our expertise can support your organization’s safety and program development needs.

Register for the conference today. We look forward to seeing you in New Orleans!