Kimberley Alpine Resort (Kimberley Conference Centre) – October 19-21, 2022
We respectfully acknowledge that for this event we will be gathering on the unceded territory of the Ktunaxa, who have occupied these lands for more than 10,000 years. We also acknowledge the financial support from ETSI-BC for helping fund part of the KORE Outdoor Rec-Tech Summit.
ABOUT THE SUMMIT
The Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise (KORE) Outdoor Rec-Tech Summit is Canada’s first-ever conference dedicated to the outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design sector. The summit will be held October 19-21, 2022 at the Kimberley Alpine Resort’s Conference Centre in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia and there will be an optional “stay and play” day on the 22nd for those who would like to explore and recreate.
Industry thought leaders and speakers will be giving presentations throughout the event and anybody interested in outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design in British Columbia, Alberta, Pacific Northwest and the U.S. Western States are invited to attend.
Where & When
The KORE Outdoor Rec-Tech Summit will take place October 19-21, 2022 with an optional day to stay and play on the 22nd.
The event is being held at Kimberley Alpine Resort’s Conference Centre in Kimberley, British Columbia.
Accommodations
➡️ Conference goers can enjoy 20% off at Mountain Spirit Resort and Kimberley Lodging Company for any stay 3 nights or longer. Visit the websites for accommodation options but be sure to contact them via the call centre to have the discount applied: 778-481-8181.
➡️ The Larix Hotel in Kimberley is offering a 10% discount to Summit attendees. Call the hotel directly at 250-427-1500 to receive the discount.
➡️ Alpine Lodging has added a promo code of KORE2022 to their booking engine for all properties available Oct 17-23. Peruse the properties and book directly at alpinelodging.ca.
➡️ Simply Kimberley owns and operates resort-base chalets and condos in and around the city. Lodging options can be seen on their website and you can email info@kimberley.com for Summit attendee lodging rates.
➡️ Visit Tourism Kimberley’s “Stay” page for accommodation providers.
SPEAKERS
- Dustin Adams – “Reshoring: its Benefits & Limits”
- Rob Gomme – “Building a Brand”
- Cam Shute – “Sustainable Product Development & the Circular Economy”
- Cedric Eveleigh – “Inventing & Commercializing a New MTB Drivetrain”
- Megan Zeeb – “Sustainability in Ski Manufacturing”
- Danielle Wiest – “E-rec Trends & Opportunities in the Kootenays”
- Kaj Gyr, Dave Damer & Bruce Hardy – “The Industrial Research Assistance Program”
- Dave Kasper – “Recycling Flame-Resistant PPE Apparel”
- Jason Taylor – “How Outdoor Gear Companies Can Access Futuristic Technology”
- Robert Button – “Designing, Manufacturing & Marketing a Backcountry Personal Rope Tow”
- Richard Myerscough, “The Phoenix Rising: Ocean Rodeo and Aluula. Patent Wars and All-in Innovation.”
- Cole Bernier: “How Companies Can Change the Lives of People Around the World Through Innovation & Engineering.”
- Anoush Poursartip: “Supporting Outdoor Rec-tech Manufacturing & Product Design in Canada via UBC’s Composites Knowledge Network.”
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
When you register for the full symposium, the following is included:
- Two full days of sessions featuring knowledgeable and entertaining speakers and presentations
- Breakfast and lunch on each day of the symposium sessions
- Welcome reception and other social events
- An optional “stay and play” day on the 22nd with local experts
GETTING HERE
Kimberley is located in the southeastern corner of British Columbia, 16 km from the Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) in the city of Cranbrook. It’s also an easy, and beautiful, 4-hour drive from Calgary and a 10-hour drive from Vancouver.
STAY & PLAY
On Sunday October 22 there will be an optional day for attendees to enjoy the recreational amenities of Kimberley including:
- Mountain biking the Nature Park and Lois Creek
- Biking the Rails to Trails
- Shuttle biking Bootleg Mountain
- Indoor climbing at Spirit Rock Climbing Centre in Kimberley
- Outdoor climbing at St. Mary’s and Perry Creek
- Hiking in the Nature Park
- Fishing on St. Mary’s River
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