Documents, Awards, and Advocacy: Navigating the Outdoor Industry Landscape

Dive into the latest developments shaping the future of outdoor recreation, education, tourism, and therapy across New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. Our CEO Lori Modde unpacks a wealth of new resources designed to elevate industry standards and practices.

At the forefront are several groundbreaking documents: the Recommended Snow Activities Good Practice Guide, which addresses safety and sustainability concerns; the Mountain Bike Manifesto, compiled from last year's MTB symposium in Merimbula; and the Employment Guide for the Outdoor Industry, created to navigate the unique employment landscape of outdoor professions. These resources represent countless hours of industry collaboration and expert input, positioning our sector for sustainable growth.

The conversation shifts to fascinating insights including outdoor recreation's domination in participation volume, education generates the highest GDP contribution. Meanwhile, nature therapy shows the greatest growth potential with significant implications for health cost savings. This data provides crucial context for strategic planning across the sector.

Looking ahead, our July summit promises a robust program focused on risk, resilience, and sustainable business practices, featuring Dr. Grant Lynch from the University of Sydney and numerous industry experts. We'll celebrate achievements through our awards ceremony highlighting graduates from our Pinnacle Leadership Program and outstanding industry contributors. Other opportunities include the Outdoor Learning Mini Conference in September, participation in the AAAS review, and various workshops through Destination NSW.

Join us in shaping the future of outdoor experiences by engaging with these resources, participating in upcoming events, and contributing your expertise to industry-wide initiatives. Together, we're building a more resilient, inclusive, and thriving outdoor sector.

Chapters

• 0:00 Welcome and Industry Updates
• 1:21 Key Documents Under Development
• 4:34 Summit Program and Awards
• 7:16 Recent Events and CRC Bid
• 11:36 Industry Structure and Growth Areas
• 14:27 Announcements and Opportunities
• 18:11 TAFE Roping Issue and Summit Details