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OWAA conferences and events include: 

    • An annual, in-person conference (generally in August)

    • A series of affinity group virtual gatherings:
      • Emeritus Outdoor Writers – Monthly on the first Friday @ 1PM ET
      • Women Outdoor Writers – Monthly on the second Friday @ 1PM ET 
      • Hunting Outdoor Writers – Monthly on the fourth Friday @ 1PM ET 

    • As needs dictate and as we’re able, there are occasional virtual webinars 

Non-members that attend OWAA conferences and events and then decide to join OWAA later can have the registration fee for the event attended subtracted from the price of their annual dues.

An OWAA 'Off the Record' event in Missoula, Montana.

An OWAA ‘Off the Record’ event in Missoula, Montana. Photo by Chez Chesak.
Annual Conference 2026 & 100th Anniversary Kickoff!


8/22/2026 to 8/24/2026 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM ET

Join us to connect, mingle with and learn from 250 outdoor storytellers (and the brands that support their work). Network with other professionals, hone communications opportunities, find a mentor/mentee and discover more and better ways to sell your work (or promote your brand).

And be there as we kick off OWAA's 100th anniversary!

You’ll meet with some of the best outdoor communicators in the country, all there to absorb presentations on writing and editing, photography and videography, broadcast and digital media, the latest tech and newest tactics, and more (including a full editor's panel). Connections will be forged during a speed-dating marketplace event. Attending media will take advantage of dynamic pre- and post-tours to get the latest stories on outdoor adventures around the region.

Meanwhile, brands, organizations and tourism boards will have ample opportunities to connect and network with them all. It’s an event not to be missed!

Registration opens Feb. 15th and 'Early Bird' pricing ends April 18th, when the prices go up $100. Note that registrations cannot be canceled within 30 days of the start of the event. Registrations cannot be transferred to another year - but can be transferred to another person. 

Registration Type

Individual Members - Early Bird

$395.00

Supporting Group - Early Bird

$795.00

Not Yet a Member (Professional Media) - Early Bird

$545.00

Not Yet a Member (Destinations, brands, etc.) - Early Bird

$875.00

Speaker

$395.00

Spouse/Guest 3-Day Access

$400.00

Other Item
3-Day Exhibit Table (includes Speed Connections)
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Exhibits are assigned on a first-come, first served basis and are subject to change. After your payment has been received, you'll receive a confirmation with a map of the display area including your assigned table location. Setup begins early on Day One. Located near registration, the exhibits are set up for the duration of the conference. It also serves as your meeting table during the Speed Connections networking event. No one can staff a table (either exhibitor or for Speed Connections) unless they are a registered conference attendee.

Deadline to register is 10 days before the event.

Please note, you can only purchase an exhibit table online if you also purchase a registration ticket. 

$500.00

Hospitality Suite
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Please note, you can only purchase a Hospitality Suite ticket online if you also purchase a registration ticket. 
 

$700.00

Speed Connections table
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These tables are assigned on a first-come, first served basis and are subject to change. They are ONLY for the Speed Connections networking event and are not Exhibit Tables (which are for all three days - and do include the Speed Connections event). If you have an Exhibit Table, you do not also need a Speed Connections table. After your payment has been received, you'll receive a confirmation with a map of the display area including your assigned table location. Speed Connections is on Day One. No one can staff a table (either exhibitor or for Speed Connections) unless they are a registered conference attendee.

Deadline to register is 10 days before the event.

Please note, you can only purchase a Speed Connections table online if you also purchase a registration ticket. 

$200.00

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