The KORE Outdoors Summit

Forge the future of outdoor gear with your fellow visionaries

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KORE Summit 2025

The KORE Outdoors Summit is Canada’s only conference dedicated to the outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design sector. It will be held October 2-3, 2025 at the Kimberley Alpine Resort’s Conference Centre in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia. Anyone interested in outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design in BC, Alberta, Pacific Northwest and the U.S. Western States are invited to attend.

Registration opens June 2025. Sign up here to be the first in line for registration.

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Meet the Speakers

Our lineup of inspiring speakers brings expertise from various fields. Learn from industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries.

Larry Sparks

Andy Bethune

Jon Hoerauf

Tara Latham

Seth Carlstrom

Pete Hill

Paul Kelly

David Kenworthy

Louise Pedersen

Nicole Bassett

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Who Should Attend?

The KORE Outdoors Summit is for anyone with a stake in the outdoor gear manufacturing and design industry, whether it’s through creating, promoting, managing, or dreaming.

Outdoor Gear Manufacturers
Product Designers
Economic Development Practitioners
Academic Technology Centres
Youth Interested in Gear Making
Investors
Industry Representatives
Government Professionals
Sustainability and Circularity Thinkers
Gear Geeks

Exclusive Member Perks

Actionable strategies for business growth.
Hands-on learning and industry insights.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with top brands and peers.

All-Inclusive Experience

Special sessions and access to resources. Meals, coffee breaks, and event materials provided.

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Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it. Those who attend the annual KORE Outdoors Summit go beyond “thumbs up” emojis and say many positive things about the event.

Attending the KORE Summit last year was a fantastic way to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the outdoor industry. It provided an excellent opportunity to showcase my business while also learning about innovative companies within our region and beyond.

Bruce Burgener-Founder

Mountain Munchies Inc.

The Summit exceeded my expectations in every way. It’s a rare opportunity to be able to connect with, and learn from, so many people within the outdoor industry so easily. A conference of this quality anywhere else would be five times the price. The Summit is a game changer for small businesses in the Kootenays.

Christian Rawles

Ambler Mountain Works

The KORE Summit was my single best networking and professional development event of the year. Such a great variety of content and attendees made it a very worthy way to spend a couple of days. Also, it was so fantastic to spend time in Kimberly and be so close to great recreation opportunities.

Cam Shute

Dark Horse Innovations

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The Schedule

A high-level view of the key sessions and events planned for each day.

Keynote

Keynote: Tiny Brands Saving The Industry

Small companies are small, scrappy, and seriously capable. Here’s how they’ll save the outdoor industry.

Socials

Campfire Social + Outdoor Connect

These two popular networking events return for 2025: bike, run, or hike (or go rock climbing) and then meet for dinner by the fire.

Plenaries

Workshops + Plenaries

Experts and panelists will discuss everything from the discipline of design sprints to working with YouTube influencers to get your product seen.

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