Outdoor Enthusiast Expo

A new adventure awaits as we meet again under the same tent!

August 28–29, 2026 – Maryville, TN

The free, two-day event will bring together both consumptive (e.g., hunting, fishing) and non-consumptive (e.g., hiking, birding) outdoor enthusiasts, promoting shared learning and appreciation for the natural world. Our goal is to build a community that values diverse outdoor activities, fosters understanding, and encourages conservation.

2026 Expo Registration

2025 Outdoor Enthusiast Expo:

Google Maps screenshot of Outdoor Enthusiast Expo grounds and participant check-in and parking on Maryville College campus.
Courtesy: Google Maps

The mission of the Outdoor Enthusiast Expo is to deepen our commitment to natural resource stewardship and inspire participants to explore new outdoor activities while appreciating the shared benefits of conservation.

Dates: 
August 28–29, 2026

Location:
Crawford House
Maryville College
713 Howee Avenue, Maryville, TN

Social Summit at the Outdoor Enthusiast Expo

Details coming soon!

A schedule of events is in the works and will be provided soon!

Main Sponsors:

Orange and green logo for UT Extension at the Institute of Agriculture
Logo for Maryville College shows mountains and building graphic with the year 1819 and the words, "in the Great Smoky Mountains."
Mountain Challenge logo with white mountain graphic on orange background and the words " Mountain Challenge, 180° from the norm."

Thank you for your interest in the Outdoor Enthusiast Expo! The celebration highlights how outdoor communities come together to protect ecosystems for future generations. Please consider making a gift to help make the expo a success.

Join us as we celebrate outdoor activities and encourage conservation!