About The Summit
The 2019 Utah Outdoor Recreation Summit is a three-day event held at the Dixie Center in beautiful St. George. You’re invited to come and be a part of an important outdoor recreation discussion. You will join local stakeholders, industry professionals and land managers that play a role in Utah’s outdoor recreation community – in the fastest growing county in the U.S.
Network during one of our attendee activities such as a road or mountain bike ride, OHV ride, or a kayaking or paddleboarding at a local reservoir. Get inspired and stay informed about current outdoor recreation issues in one of our five educational tracks. Give back to local recreation areas and meet new people in the industry during a service project. We hope to see you there!
2019 Presenting Sponsor
Location
This year, the summit will be held October 22nd through the 24th 2019 at the Dixie Center in beautiful St. George.
Dixie Center
1835 S Convention Center Dr, St. George, UT 84790
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Lodging
Desert Garden Inn
Welcome to the Desert Garden Inn, your St, George Escape! This inviting hotel is part of the Trademark Hotel Collection. It has a on-site restaurant and is near city center. A beautifully manicured courtyard sets the scene for your Utah getaway, featuring a heated pool, and a secluded hot tub. Located off I-15 just outside of St. George city center, this convenient, non-smoking hotel gives you easy access to Dixie State University, St. George Regional Airport (SGU), and local attractions like museums, golf courses, Pioneer Park, and three national parks.
Fairfield Marriott
Travel with confidence by checking into the Fairfield Inn by Marriott St George, a St George hotel with outstanding service to make all of your travels easy and comfortable- at an exceptional value. With a great location near Zions National Park and the Grand Canyon, we are always ready to welcome you with amenities like thoughtfully designed guest rooms that allow you to work and relax, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel to stay connected during your stay, and fitness facilities that include a pool and exercise room. You’ll find it easy to settle into our vibrant lobby, with spaces to gather, relax, and work. Jump-start your day with our free breakfast, now with more hot choices like scrambled eggs, sausage and oatmeal, plus favorites including fresh fruit and yogurt. At the Fairfield Inn St George, you’re our #1 priority. A pet friendly hotel. We promise you’ll be satisfied or we’ll make it right. That’s our commitment to you. Ask us about the Fairfield 100% Guarantee.
Hyatt Place St. George
At Hyatt Place St. George / Convention Center you’ll be adjacent to The Dixie Center, and a quick drive from the St. George Utah Temple Visitors’ Center and St. George Regional Airport. Further afield, explore the canyons and red cliffs of Zion National Park. 24/7 Dining, wake up to breakfast served fresh every day. Start your morning with cage-free eggs, steel-cut oatmeal, whole fruit, all-natural bacon and sausage, and more. Get your caffeine fix in the a.m., or sip a cocktail at the bar in the p.m.
Hilton Garden Inn
Surrounded by the natural beauty of southern Utah, the Hilton Garden Inn St. George hotel offers a great location, whether it’s business or the lure of outdoor adventure that brings you here.
You’ll have easy access to destinations that bring visitors from around the world, such as Bryce Canyon, Zion, Kolob Canyons, and Cedar Breaks National Monument. Experience world-class mountain biking and skiing, and acres of hiking paths, as well as majestic, panoramic views.
Enjoy our wonderful St. George, UT lodging, designed with thoughtful amenities to make you feel at home. Wind down after a busy day of working or sightseeing in the heated outdoor swimming pool and complimentary fitness center.
Host your next meeting or convention in 4,000 sq. ft. of conference and banquet space with catering services available. Our convenient hotel is adjacent to the Dixie Convention Center, offering an additional 46,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
Holiday Inn St. George
Welcome to the new Holiday Inn St George Convention Center hotel located just off I-15 in St. George, Utah, directly behind the Dixie Convention Center. Whether you’re traveling on business or leisure, the new St. George Holiday Inn hotel is the premier destination for your next trip to southern Utah.
This beautiful new hotel in sunny St George offers spacious guestrooms, luxurious bedding, and includes oversized suites with a separate living area. Take advantage of free fiber optic high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel, a state of the art fitness center, outdoor pool and hot tub and the onsite restaurant, Burger Theory, which offers breakfast, dinner and room service.
Enjoy the nearby attractions southern Utah boasts while staying at our new St. George Holiday Inn hotel. Within a short drive you can experience the breathtaking views of Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park or Snow Canyon State Park. Take in the magnificent surroundings with a relaxing drive, or add rock climbing, ATV’s, mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, or canyoneering to your adventure. Experience the splendor of the arts with a show at Tuacahn Amphitheatre or discover the heritage of southern Utah by exploring the historical downtown.
St. George is known as Utah’s golf capital, and with ten unique courses to choose from, you won’t be disappointed. Come join us to experience southern Utah in the comfort of our beautiful new Holiday Inn St. George.
Camping
Want to camp instead? Sign-up for a free spot in the Quail Group Campsite at Snow Canyon State Park through registration. The site includes showers/bathrooms, access to a covered pavilion with lights and electricity (for basic plug-in such as a coffee maker, cell phone charger, etc). The site also includes picnic tables, three grills, and a group fire ring. Space is limited, so sign-up now to reserve your spot!
Activities
Come early to enjoy some outdoor recreation activities, meet other summit-goers and experience Washington County’s bounty of amazing recreation amenities. Check out our outdoor recreation activities below, and find out more details in the activity section of registration. Most activities will cost $20–these funds go towards helping students come experience the conference for a free or reduced ticket price. Explore the area below.
Agenda
2019 Keynote Speakers
Lilliana Libecki
Humanitarian, The Joy FoundationAt the age of 15, Lilliana has already been to 25 countries, all seven continents and completed six major expeditions. Her adventures include two expeditions to Antarctica, ascending Kilimanjaro in Africa, a 150-mile trek through the Himalaya of Nepal, and exploring the remote jungle of Arunachal Pradesh, India. These adventures have focused on humanitarian and conservation work, with future expeditions planned for the Philippines, Svalbard and Iran.
Mike and his daughter Lilliana just founded the nonprofit organization -The Joyineering Fund- that will focus on conservation and humanitarian work around the world. “In a world where we can be and do anything, be kind and do good!” -Lilliana Libecki
Mike Libecki
National Geographic ExplorerNational Geographic Adventurer of the Year Mike Libecki can define his life in two ways. An obsession with exploring and climbing the world’s most remote corners of the planet for first ascents and exploration and being a dedicated father to his daughter.
Libecki has completed more than 80 major expeditions across the world from Afghanistan to Antarctica, Greenland to Guyana, Siberia to Socotra Island Yemen and everywhere in between. He strives for the goal of completing 100 expeditions. His pride and joy is being a father to his daughter Lilliana.
2019 Featured Speakers
Justina Parsons-Bernstein
Heritage, Interpretation and ADA Resources Manager, Utah Division of Parks and Recreation
Rebecca Chavez-Houck
Advisory Board Member, HECHO (Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors)
Register Now
Registration is open! Click the link below to purchase your ticket!
Regular Registration
June 13 - September 18
This pricing offer ends at midnight September 18th. This is a tax free ticket.
Late Registration
September 19 - October 21
This pricing offer ends at midnight October 21st. This is a tax free ticket.
Onsite Registration
October 22 - 24
Pricing available at event. This is a tax free ticket.
Our 2019 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Become a Sponsor
Sarah Kyle
Sponsorship Coordinator
801.204.6834
skyle@utahmediagroup.com
Outdoor Summit Awards
The Office of Outdoor Recreation Summit Award was established to recognize significant contribution to the State of Utah in the following categories on an annual basis.
Nominations:
Nominations are closed. Winners will be revealed at the Outdoor Summit Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 23rd.
This award goes to a completed Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant project that created an outstanding amenity for outdoor recreation. This is voted on by the Utah Outdoor Recreation Advisory Committee from the previous year’s completed project list.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Salt Lake Climbers Alliance for the Grit Mill Climbing Access Trails in Lower Little Cottonwood Canyon
This award goes to a business or organization that has been innovative, promotes sustainability, works with partners to promote stewardship of land, air, water and wildlife, and educates and empowers the public on the importance of interrelatedness of a healthy environment, outdoor recreation and a vibrant economy.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Bike Utah for Youth BEST Program
This award goes to businesses or other organizations focused on giving back to people, humanitarian efforts and doing good in their communities. This award recognizes the impact these businesses/organizations have on their local community, economy, environment, and their employees.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Goal Zero for their humanitarian work providing power, lights and help to those in Texas, Puerto Rico, and Mexico after the hurricanes and natural disasters.
This award is to highlight a local business, organization, community or non-profit, etc. that has had a major and positive economic impact in their community or in the state or Utah through a new outdoor recreation product, event, initiative, etc.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Bouldering Festival in Joe’s Valley
This award goes to a business, organization, community or non-profit that has been dedicated to getting children and youth (6-18 years old) outside and active in Utah through outdoor recreation/education or outdoor programming. This award is to embody the spirit of Utah’s Every Kid Outdoor Initiative. This is a new category for 2019!
- Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant Project of the Year
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This award goes to a completed Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant project that created an outstanding amenity for outdoor recreation. This is voted on by the Utah Outdoor Recreation Advisory Committee from the previous year’s completed project list.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Salt Lake Climbers Alliance for the Grit Mill Climbing Access Trails in Lower Little Cottonwood Canyon
- Office of Outdoor Recreation Stewardship Award
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This award goes to a business or organization that has been innovative, promotes sustainability, works with partners to promote stewardship of land, air, water and wildlife, and educates and empowers the public on the importance of interrelatedness of a healthy environment, outdoor recreation and a vibrant economy.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Bike Utah for Youth BEST Program
- Office of Outdoor Recreation Social Investment Award
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This award goes to businesses or other organizations focused on giving back to people, humanitarian efforts and doing good in their communities. This award recognizes the impact these businesses/organizations have on their local community, economy, environment, and their employees.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Goal Zero for their humanitarian work providing power, lights and help to those in Texas, Puerto Rico, and Mexico after the hurricanes and natural disasters.
- Office of Outdoor Recreation Economic Impact Award
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This award is to highlight a local business, organization, community or non-profit, etc. that has had a major and positive economic impact in their community or in the state or Utah through a new outdoor recreation product, event, initiative, etc.
Congrats to the 2017 winner: Bouldering Festival in Joe’s Valley
- Office of Outdoor Recreation Every Kid Outdoors Award
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This award goes to a business, organization, community or non-profit that has been dedicated to getting children and youth (6-18 years old) outside and active in Utah through outdoor recreation/education or outdoor programming. This award is to embody the spirit of Utah’s Every Kid Outdoor Initiative. This is a new category for 2019!