CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Feb. 18, 2026 — Outdoor industry leaders, stakeholders, agency personnel, and community members from across the state will gather in Saratoga this spring for the 2026 Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Summit (WORS), taking place April 30–May 1, 2026, at the Platte Valley Community Center.
Co-hosted by the Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation and the Jay Kemmerer WORTH Institute, the Summit is the state’s premier annual convening that focuses on strengthening Wyoming’s outdoor recreation economy through collaboration, research, and workforce development. The 2026 Summit theme, “Building Capacity for Tomorrow,” emphasizes intergenerational knowledge exchange, strategic planning, community support, and the importance of partnerships. Sessions will focus on equipping current and future leaders in Wyoming’s outdoor recreation sector with practical tools, resources, and connections to help their communities and organizations thrive.
“Bringing together stakeholders and representatives from across the outdoor recreation industry continues to prove both worthwhile and essential,” said Mark Tesoro, manager of the Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation. “This Summit represents the pinnacle of gathering voices from all corners of the industry, and we’re excited to see the momentum that builds from this year’s conversations and collaborations.”
The Summit will feature engaging sessions, panels, and networking opportunities designed to support professionals across outdoor recreation, tourism, hospitality, education, and public service.
“The partnership between the WORTH Institute and the Wyoming Office of Outdoor Recreation allows us to align research, education, and on-the-ground practice in meaningful ways,” said Dan McCoy, director of the Jay Kemmerer WORTH Institute. “We’re helping build the leadership capacity needed to sustain and grow Wyoming’s outdoor recreation sector for generations to come.”
Registration Information
- Early Bird registration is available January 15 to February 28 for $150 per person.
- Regular registration runs from March 1 to April 30 for $200 per person.
- Registration and event details are available at:
Sponsorship Opportunities
Organizations and businesses interested in supporting the Summit are invited to review the sponsorship packet to explore available tiers and benefits. The deadline to sponsor the event is March 31, 2026.
For additional information, sponsorship inquiries, or general questions, contact Taylor Kruger via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone at (307) 766-5019.
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