Full conference registration as an attendee includes access to educational workshops, the exhibit hall, and keynote and plenary sessions. Pre- and post-conference workshops and the Opening Reception require an additional fee. Registration is not available on-site.
Pre-Conference Workshop: October 7-8, 2027
Opening Reception: October 8, 2027, 6 – 8 pm
Conference: October 9-10, 2027
Post-Conference Workshop: October 11-12, 2027
| Type | Dates | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird Ticket | February 1 – May 31, 2027 | USD XXX |
| Regular Ticket | June 1 – September 17, 2027 | USD XXX |
| Late Registration | September 18 – September 30, 2027 | USD XXX |
| October 7-8, Pre-Conference Workshop: Foundations of Adventure Safety | February 1 – September 10, 2027 | USD 395 |
| October 8, Opening Reception | February 1 – September 10, 2027 | USD 70 |
| October 11-12, Post-Conference Workshop: Adventure Safety Leadership | February 1 – September 10, 2027 | USD 395 |
Start the conference by connecting with the conference committee, organizers, speakers and fellow participants. Enjoy light refreshments, a selection of beverages and appetizers while building relationships to enhance your conference experience.
Date: October 8, 2027
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: To be announced
Cost: USD 70
The Foundations of Adventure Safety training is a 16-hour, in-person course that provides essential skills and knowledge for managing risks in adventure programs.
The two-day classroom-based training is designed for managers of outdoor, experiential, or travel programs that have adventurous components.
The course introduces a theoretical model of incident causation and prevention, the Risk Domains model, and addresses practices that administrators can take to develop a high-quality safety management system to eliminate and reduce risks.
Course topics include adventure safety standards, legal considerations, managing participants, staff training, medical screening, incident reporting, emergency planning, and more.
The class is immersive and engaging, and includes presentations, readings, case studies, role-play scenarios, and small group discussions.
The Adventure Safety Leadership training is a 16-hour, in-person course for instructors, trip leaders, guides, camp counselors, facilitators, field staff and other leaders of outdoor, travel, experiential and adventure activities.
The training helps those responsible for leading adventure activities understand how they can reduce risks and improve safety outcomes with the groups they work with and the adventurous activities they lead.
The class covers topics included in ISO 21102—Adventure tourism—Leaders—Personnel competence.
The class is highly participatory and experiential, with scenarios, case study analysis, and group discussions mixed with presentations and readings.
Sponsoring the Adventure Safety Conference puts your brand in front of leading professionals in the adventure sector. Conference sponsorship offers a platform to showcase your organization and connect with company decision-makers, policymakers and practitioners. Aligning your company with the Adventure Safety Conference can highlight your commitment to advancing safety and quality in the industry while building valuable professional connections.
Attendee cancellations for the Adventure Safety Conference are subject to the following fees:
All deadlines apply based on the date the written cancellation request is received.
The minimum age to register for the Adventure Safety Conference and associated professional development events is 18 years. Individuals under the age of 18 may not register for or attend conference sessions, workshops or official conference activities.
Registration for the Adventure Safety Conference grants Viristar full rights and permission to use photographs, video and audio recordings captured during the conference. These materials may be used by Viristar and its representatives and agents for educational, training and promotional purposes, including use in publications, marketing materials and digital platforms.
All participants are required to comply with the Code of Conduct. By registering for or attending the conference, you agree to uphold these standards and contribute to a safe, respectful and professional environment for all attendees.
Jeff A. Baierlein (he/him) has been working professionally since 1987 with outdoor education, environmental education, adventure education and experiential education organizations in the USA and around the world. He led remote wilderness expeditions, worked as a naturalist-educator, served as an Emergency Medical Technician with ambulance services, led search and rescue missions, and was appointed to the Washington State Governor’s Council on Environmental Education.
Prior to founding Viristar, Jeff served as Executive Director of both the Boojum Institute for Experiential Education and the Baltimore Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound Center. His writing and lectures have been translated into Japanese, Vietnamese, Russian, Marathi, and Chinese.
Communications Manager
Kaelan Young (she/her) brings her passion for the outdoors and a rich background in outdoor and experiential education to her role as Communications Manager at Viristar. With a degree from the University of Southern Mississippi, Kaelan has woven her experiences as an elementary educator, outdoor educator, and her expertise in marketing and operations for outdoor education organizations into her professional journey.
She previously served as Marketing Manager for the largest forest school in the USA, where she led strategic communications, brand development, and community engagement initiatives. Prior to working with Viristar, she also served as Director of Operations for an outdoor learning nonprofit in Idaho, overseeing program development, staff coordination, and organizational strategy, ensuring high-quality and impactful experiences for learners of all ages.