About this Event
The Gateway Outdoor Summit is a one-day event that brings together changemakers from across St. Louis and the Midwest — industry professionals, policymakers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates.
This is where ideas become partnerships, and partnerships become progress.
The event is designed for meaningful connection and actionable outcomes and includes:
- Inspiring featured presentation and keynote
- Curated breakout sessions (multiple tracks)
- Networking lunch
- Happy hour and social gathering
- Optional outdoor activations and film experiences
The Summit creates a focused, high-impact space to:
- Share ideas and best practices
- Build cross-sector partnerships
- Advance access, inclusion, and stewardship
- Drive real economic and community impact
The Gateway Outdoor Summit is free, but space is limited. Secure your spot and be part of the conversation shaping the future of outdoor recreation.
Preliminary Schedule:
9:30 am – 10:00 am - Check In & Coffee Service
10:00 am – 10:30 am - Opening & Welcome Address
10:45 am – 11:30 am - Breakout 1 (2 tracks)
11:45 am – 12:30 pm - Breakout 2 (2 tracks)
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm - Lunch
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm - Featured Presentation
2:15 pm – 3:00 pm - Breakout 3 (2 tracks)
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm - Outdoor Reset
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm - Refreshments & Networking
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm - Keynote Address
4:45 pm – 5:00 pm - Closing
5:15 pm – 6:45 pm - Film Presentation (optional)
A full schedule and speaker/session descriptions will be released soon.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
.ZACK, 3224 Locust Street, St. Louis, United States
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