Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit

March 27, 2026

About the Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit

The 2nd annual Southern Illinois Outdoor Summit is scheduled to be held on March 27th at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center. The summit is a transformative event designed to unite community partners, land agencies, businesses, and outdoor enthusiasts passionate about growing the region’s outdoor industry. Featuring keynote speakers, workshops, outdoor demonstrations, and networking opportunities, the symposium aims to foster collaboration, promote education on sustainability and innovation, boost the regional economy, and inspire entrepreneurship. Join us to help build a vibrant and sustainable outdoor economy that benefits Southern Illinois for years to come.

Registration

Registration includes: full-access to the summit, morning coffee service and lunch and access to Touch of Nature activities following the conclusion of the summit. Please note, registration is required prior to Wednesday, March 26 to guarantee a lunch at the summit.

Registration is open to outdoor industry professionals, government agencies, educators and researches, non-profit organizations, private business, and the general public. 

2025 Registration Closed!