Texas Outdoor Economy Summit
Heard Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
April 9, 2026 · Fairview, Texas
Texas Outdoor Economy Summit
Heard Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
April 9, 2026 · Fairview, Texas
Texas Outdoor Economy Summit
Heard Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
April 9, 2026 - Fairview, Texas
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Premium placement and speaking opportunities.
Premium placement and speaking opportunities.
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Vendor
Vendor
Secure a limited booth.
Secure a limited booth.
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Meet Your Hosts
Meet Your Hosts
The Texas Outdoor Economy Summit is made possible through a unique collaboration between Day One Experts and the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance (TXORA) — two organizations united by a shared vision: to unlock the full potential of Texas’s outdoor economy while preserving the natural beauty that makes our state remarkable.
The Texas Outdoor Economy Summit is made possible through a unique collaboration between Day One Experts and the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance (TXORA) — two organizations united by a shared vision: to unlock the full potential of Texas’s outdoor economy while preserving the natural beauty that makes our state remarkable.
Dave Quinn · Day One Experts
Dave Quinn · Day One Experts
Dave Quinn
Day One Experts
Day One Experts brings unmatched expertise in economic development, community engagement, and strategic consulting. With a proven record of helping towns and small businesses turn opportunities into sustainable growth, they ensure this summit is more than just a gathering — it’s a launchpad for actionable insights and real-world solutions.
Day One Experts brings unmatched expertise in economic development, community engagement, and strategic consulting. With a proven record of helping towns and small businesses turn opportunities into sustainable growth, they ensure this summit is more than just a gathering — it’s a launchpad for actionable insights and real-world solutions.
Day One Experts brings unmatched expertise in economic development, community engagement, and strategic consulting. With a proven record of helping towns and small businesses turn opportunities into sustainable growth, they ensure this summit is more than just a gathering — it’s a launchpad for actionable insights and real-world solutions.
Alex & Lindsey Brown · TxORA
Alex & Lindsey Brown · TxORA
Alex & Lindsey Brown
TxORA
The Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance serves as the state’s leading voice for the outdoor recreation industry. Through advocacy, partnerships, and strategic initiatives, TXORA works to expand access to Texas’s trails, rivers, parks, and other outdoor treasures. Their mission is to demonstrate how outdoor recreation fuels economic growth, boosts tourism, and strengthens communities.
The Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance serves as the state’s leading voice for the outdoor recreation industry. Through advocacy, partnerships, and strategic initiatives, TXORA works to expand access to Texas’s trails, rivers, parks, and other outdoor treasures. Their mission is to demonstrate how outdoor recreation fuels economic growth, boosts tourism, and strengthens communities.
The Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance serves as the state’s leading voice for the outdoor recreation industry. Through advocacy, partnerships, and strategic initiatives, TXORA works to expand access to Texas’s trails, rivers, parks, and other outdoor treasures. Their mission is to demonstrate how outdoor recreation fuels economic growth, boosts tourism, and strengthens communities.
Sponsors & Partners
Sponsors & Partners
Sponsor & Partner
Power the summit and lead way for outdoor business, economic growth, and recreation-based solutions that strengthen Texas communities.
Power the summit and lead way for outdoor business, economic growth, and recreation-based solutions that strengthen Texas communities.
Power the summit and lead way for outdoor business, economic growth, and recreation-based solutions that strengthen Texas communities.
Vendor Showcase
Vendor Showcase
Vendor Showcase
Showcase your innovation and services to a passionate outdoor community — build lasting partnerships and position your brand where adventure meets opportunity
Showcase your innovation and services to a passionate outdoor community — build lasting partnerships and position your brand where adventure meets opportunity
Showcase your innovation and services to a passionate outdoor community — build lasting partnerships and position your brand where adventure meets opportunity
Attend the Summit
Attend the Summit
Growth with Your Community.
Growth with Your Community.
Growth with Your Community.
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Featured Outdoor Leaders
Featured Outdoor Leaders
Chris Perkins
Chris Perkins
VP of Programs
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable
VP of Programs
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable
VP of Programs
Outdoor Recreation Roundtable
Enhao Li
Enhao Li
CoFounder
Founded Outdoors
Patrick Farnsworth
Patrick Farnsworth
Creator & Race Director
Bikes or Death, Texas Showdown Series
Speakers & Panelists
Speakers & Panelists
Speakers & Panelists
Share your expertise and inspire action by contributing to summit discussions that shape the future of outdoor business and recreation.
Share your expertise and inspire action by contributing to summit discussions that shape the future of outdoor business and recreation.
Share your story, expertise, and inspire action by contributing to summit discussions that shape the future of outdoor business and recreation.
Call for Speakers
Call for Speakers
Connect. Discover. Grow.
Connect. Discover. Grow.
This purpose-driven summit will unite small business owners, economic developers, industry leaders, and visionaries who know Texas’s outdoor spaces are more than scenic—they’re a powerful engine for economic vitality.
Featuring influential keynotes, expert workshops, leadership panels, small business showcases, and a vendor market set among the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary, the summit is a high‑impact platform to invest in the people, places, and products powering Texas’s outdoor economy.
This purpose-driven summit will unite small business owners, economic developers, industry leaders, and visionaries who know Texas’s outdoor spaces are more than scenic—they’re a powerful engine for economic vitality.
Featuring influential keynotes, expert workshops, leadership panels, small business showcases, and a vendor market set among the Heard Wildlife Sanctuary, the summit is a high‑impact platform to invest in the people, places, and products powering Texas’s outdoor economy.
TX Outdoor Summit
Program
Registration with Morning Media Kickoff
Check-in and enjoy fresh local coffee while browsing the Outdoor Vendor Village and listening to fresh perspectives with guest podcast personalities.
Welcome Remarks
A warm welcome and thank you from co-hosts Day One Experts and the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance.
Opening Keynote
The Case for the Outdoor Economy in Texas
How outdoor spaces drive growth and opportunity.
Panels
Main Street Meets the Trailhead
Revitalizing towns through outdoor business.
From Land to Livelihood
Ranchers, retailers, and entrepreneurs turning natural assets into income.
Conquering Outdoor Challenges
Personal stories of enduring, resilience, and inspiring innovation
Unlocking Texas' Full Potential
Investing in a future of quality people, places, & products
Afternoon Speaker
Small Towns, Big Potential
Lessons from thriving outdoor-focused communities
Workshop Breakouts
Leveraging Outdoor Assets
Attracting visitors, talent, and investment
Funding & Incentives
Grants, programs, and tools for business expansion
Building Public-Private Partnerships
Maximizing impact through collaboration
Closing Keynote
The Future of the Texas Outdoor Economy
Bold ideas and big visions for what’s ahead
Additional Activations
Vendor Showcases
Discover the gear, services, and services driving the future of the outdoors
Post Summit Happy Hour Networking
Build lasting connections and spark new partnerships
Summit Program
Registration & Morning
Media Kickoff
Check-in and enjoy fresh local coffee while browsing the Outdoor Vendor Village and listening to fresh perspectives with guest podcast personalities.
Welcome Remarks
A warm welcome and thank you from co-hosts Day One Experts and the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance.
Opening Keynote
The Case for the Outdoor Economy in Texas
How outdoor spaces drive growth and opportunity.
Panels
Main Street Meets the Trailhead
Revitalizing towns through outdoor business.
From Land to Livelihood
Ranchers, retailers, and entrepreneurs turning natural assets into income.
Conquering Outdoor Challenges
Personal stories of enduring, resilience, and inspiring innovation
Unlocking Texas' Full Potential
Investing in a future of quality people, places, & products
Afternoon Speaker
Small Towns, Big Potential
Lessons from thriving outdoor-focused communities
Workshop Breakouts
Leveraging Outdoor Assets
Attracting visitors, talent, and investment
Funding & Incentives
Grants, programs, and tools for business expansion
Building Public-Private Partnerships
Maximizing impact through collaboration
Closing Keynote
The Future of the Texas Outdoor Economy
Bold ideas and big visions for what’s ahead
Additional Activations
Vendor Showcase
Discover the gear, services, and services driving the future of the outdoors
Post Summit Happy Hour Networking
Build lasting connections and spark new partnerships across the Lone Star State
Do you want to activate your local outdoor economy?
Do you want to activate your local outdoor economy?
2026 Texas Outdoor Economy Summit
A Partnership Product of the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance and Day One Experts
TxORA
All Rights Reserved
Summit@txora.org
EIN: 99-1959929
2026 Texas Outdoor Economy Summit
A Partnership Product of the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance and Day One Experts
TxORA
All Rights Reserved
Summit@txora.org
EIN: 99-1959929
2026 Texas Outdoor Economy Summit
A Partnership Product of the Texas Outdoor Recreation Alliance and Day One Experts
TxORA
All Rights Reserved
Summit@txora.org
EIN: 99-1959929