WHY ATTEND?
NORC is the premiere conference for outdoor recreation professionals with opportunities for learning, networking, and field-based case studies. During each conference, we create a program that inspires, challenges, and empowers the broad community of outdoor recreation professionals.
The 2024 National Outdoor Recreation Conference is in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and sponsored by Aramark Destinations.
WHO ATTENDS?
NORC brings together over 400 people that include recreation resource planners, land managers, policy makers, tourism and destination stewardship partners, researchers, consultants, innovators, and leaders in outdoor recreation.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
This year’s conference promises to be an engaging 4-day format filled with workshops, several tracks of concurrent sessions, and a stellar lineup of keynotes.
WHEN?
Below is a tentative day-by-day agenda that is included in a full registration and in one day registrations for that particular day. Meal tickets will be available for guests for any food functions.
Saturday, May 4 to Sunday, May 5, 2024 (Pre-Conference Optional Events)
- Wilderness First Aid Training
(OPTIONAL: NORC attendees save! Use code NORCWFA2024 to get the same discount as Tahoe Rim Trail Association members!)
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Monday, May 6, 2024
- Opening Plenary and Keynote Presentations
- Exhibit Hall Open
- Lunch on own
- Concurrent Sessions
- SORP 40th Anniversary Celebration, Poster Reception & Silent Auction (light apps and cash bar)
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
- Morning Yoga Class with Do Yoga Outside (free but registration requested)
- Exhibit Hall Open
- Concurrent Sessions
- Awards Luncheon
- Education Workshops (in-classroom longer sessions)
- MS Dixie Cruise on Lake Tahoe (three-course dinner and cash bar) (additional fee at discounted attendee rate)
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Thursday, May 9, 2024
- Morning Yoga Class with Do Yoga Outside (free but registration requested)
- Exhibit Hall Open
- Concurrent Sessions
- Closing Keynote Luncheon
- Concurrent Sessions
- Affinity Group Meetings
- Closing Social/Takeover Night at South of North Brewing (a portion of proceeds from beer sales donated to SORP)
Please note: Schedule subject to change.
WHERE?
We are looking forward to hosting NORC 2024 at the brand new Tahoe Blue Event Center in South Lake Tahoe/Stateline, Nevada! The event center will host our general and concurrent classroom sessions as well as our exhibitors. The meeting rooms overlook Heavenly Ski Resort, providing a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, and from the outside deck you’ll get a spectacular view of Lake Tahoe!
Our host hotels include Harveys Lake Tahoe, just a short 7-minute walk (0.3 miles) or Forest Suites Resort (non-gaming hotel option), just 0.8 miles from the event center. View more under Host Hotel.
Enjoy Lake Tahoe
Thank you to Bliss Experiences for sharing $5 off for NORC attendees!
Bliss Experiences has curated and is ready to customize your Tahoe experience. Join our scheduled classes, events, and workshops or request a customized experience that serves your needs. Explore the outdoors, get in touch with your Self, and allow us to help you relax your body, mind, and spirit.
Use code NORC24 at BlissTahoe.com or call 775-580-7724
4000 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, 15A, SLT, 96150
Located in the Tahoe Crescent Village - Next to Heavenly Village [Walking distance from the Tahoe Blue Event Center!]