Decoding Nature Are you ready for an adventure? MetroParks has teamed up with the awesome folks who create Decoding Dayton for a look at the past, present and future of your […]
The Adventure Summit is proud to collaborate with the Midwest Outdoor Leadership Conference (MOLC) jointly hosted by University of Dayton and Wright State University. This student led conference will take place in part at The […]
Gudrun and Peter Seifert present Hiking, Good for You, Take it Up!; In these times with so many travel and contact restrictions, local parks have become very important. We describe […]
Kelsey Fulton presents Thru Hike Catalina Island; Learn why Catalina Island has been named one of the top hiking destinations in the U.S. Enjoy views of the island and local wildlife. Discover […]
Brent Devitt presents Arctic Cycling Adventure in Ohio?; We have our share of snow and cold weather in Ohio and that is all you need for our version of arctic […]
Randall Roberts presents My E.G.G.S.perience on a 48 hour 80 mile challenge; Hike 20 miles around Burr Oak Lake in 12 hours? Add the wildcat hollow backpack loop for a […]
Rob Crawford presents Ohiopyle Adventures; From George Washington’s earliest wildness exploration to Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail backpacking, whitewater kayaking and rafting and Great Appalachian Passage cycling. This presentation ties the […]
Ruth Morley presents This 60-something's Keys to Success on the Appalachian Trail; How would "Ruthless," now in her mid- to late-60's, with a specialized diet, back issues and a tendency […]
Dr. Hillary McKinley & Dr. Heather Stuart present The Novice's Guide to Treating Breaks, Bruises, Sprains & Strains Part 1; Orthopedic injuries are among the most common seen in outdoor activities. […]
Larry Lindsay presents Biking and Hiking in Tasmania This presentation will take you to Australia's wilderness state, an island shaped somewhat like Ohio. Tasmania is a great place to bike because […]
Joe Crowley & Peter Kotses present Baileys: Ohio's Newest Outdoor Adventure Destination; While big named destinations are on everyone's bucket-list, our own backyards are often filled with untapped potential. A committed […]
Bill Fowler presents A Grandfather’s Solo Bike Ride Across America; With pictures, Bill tells of his solo adventure in bicycling across America at the age of 66. He recounts the […]
Sofia Lopez-Mimendi presents The Healing Powers of Nature and Perusing our Dreams; Sofia Mimendi is an avid trail runner, passionate about skiing, and the co-founder of Aclipse campervans. A Cincinnati campervan […]
Dr. Hillary McKinley & Dr. Heather Stuart present The Novice's Guide to Treating Breaks, Bruises, Sprains & Strains Part 2 Orthopedic injuries are among the most common seen in outdoor […]
Charley Schuerholz presents The Grand Canyon: Learn! Plan! Go!; Have you thought about what it would be like to hike one of the World’s Seven Natural Wonders? Do you crave […]
Colin Howell presents Gym to Crag; Red River Gorge; Part of our ongoing stewardship programs is our Gym to Crag presentations. We enjoy visiting neighboring climbing gyms and having in […]
Jeffrey Yoest presents My Experience Hiking the Buckeye Trail; A volunteer of the Buckeye Trail Association for over 25 years, Jeff Yoest recently completed his long time dream to hike […]
Steve Bauerle and Erika Kemman present Traveling the Carretera Austral through Chilean Patagonia; Learn information and details of traveling through Chilean Patagonia on Route 7 which is also known as […]
Andy "The River Weasel" Gallatin presents Journey of Healing: A 3000-mile Paddle from Columbus, Ohio to Key West; Join us to hear what happens when a guy from Ohio […]
Tom Bilcze presents Mapping Out Adventure on the Ohio to Erie Trail; The Ohio to Erie Trail is a 326-mile network of multipurpose trails that cross the state of Ohio […]
This panel discusses the opportunity and impact of volunteer patrols along the Miami Valley Trails, the nation's largest paved trail network. Each panelist will give a 10-15 presentation about their […]
In this interactive panel discussion, panelists will answer your questions and address concerns regarding barriers of entry, pathways to inclusion, challenges for people of color in the outdoors, and lack […]
Dr. Josh Stierwalt presents Avoiding and Managing Heat and Cold Illness; It's cold outside right now and warmer weather is just around the corner! Exposure to environmental extremes including cold, […]
Michelle & Brian Coleman present Walking & Biking the Camino Portuguese Take an adventure with the Colemans as they share stories and preparation tips from their 2019 Camino from Lisbon, Portugal […]
Lance Smith presents Capturing the Moment – My YouTube Journey; Outdoor videography has been popular for many years now, and with better quality cameras and higher internet speeds available to […]
Jim Rahtz presents Backpacking Loops of Ohio; Many backpackers dream of epic, once in a lifetime thru-hikes that take months to walk and cover thousands of miles. Rather than just […]
Bud Thomas presents Mountain Climbing in Antarctica; A mountain climbing expedition was formed by a commercial venture to travel to Antarctica with the goal of making the first recorded summits […]
Jonathan Slider presents Youth in the Wild; Trailblazing Hope Outdoors is a local nonprofit whose mission is to provide a modality of mental, emotional, and physical healing through outdoor recreation […]
James, Cheri, Jameson, & Gerald Maitland present All the Places that You Own. Exploring your NPS sites; The Maitlands are the first family to have been to all 423 NPS […]
Dr. Kermit Huebner presents Essentials of Wilderness Survival; Activities in the wilderness deserve healthy respect and a knowledge of survival fundamentals to thrive in the midst of unanticipated complications. This […]
Everett Brandt presents 50K a Day: A Record Setting Journey on Ohio's Buckeye Trail; Recounting his 2018 record setting thru-hike, Everett Brandt will share his year-long endeavor to document the first official […]
Terri Lechton presents Living an Adventure-filled Life – Lessons from COVID Times; Did your list of potential adventures evaporate after the Adventure Summit in 2020 when COVID hit? Mine did […]
Mark Rasch presents Van-Supported Southern Tier Bike Tour; The Adventure Cycling Association Van-Supported Southern Tier Bike Tour is a 59 day cycling odyssey which originates in San Diego, California and […]
Justin Yoder presents Taking Pride Outside; When an LGBTQ+ person comes "out of the closet", they often look for that place of acceptance which can often be the bar […]
Eileen Raphael, Matthew Walsh, Zack Raniszeski, Annie Mayer, & Megan Peters present Never Say No to Adventure; Midwest Outdoor Leadership Conference Embracing adventure has added immeasurable value to our lives. […]
JeanMarie Gossard presents Fear, Bliss and Breaking Trail: One Woman's Journey; Join in as JeanMarie Gossard shares tales from the 12,000+ miles of long-distance trails she's hiked in the last […]
Jim Rahtz presents Boundary Waters 101; Starting in Northern Minnesota and spreading into Canada there are over two million acres of preserved wilderness just waiting for you. The Boundary Waters […]
Kevin Morrissey & Everett Brand present The Making of 'Meandering Thru' Documenting a FKT; A behind the scenes look at the forthcoming 2022 feature length documentary "Meandering Thru" about Everett Brandt's […]
Nancy East & Chris Ford present Chasing 948 Miles in Great Smoky Mountains National Park In 2020, Nancy East and Chris Ford, two everyday athletes, earned a fastest known time […]
Richard Munn presents Strength Training for Adventure; Learn how the body responds, physiologically, to weight training methodologies and adventure. We will then look at various weight/strength training methodologies to help enjoy […]
Karla & Carl Brun present Tribute to Adventurer Allen Johnson; Karla and Carl Brun will provide a short biography of Allen’s accomplishments and share stories of their travels with Allen […]
David Goldstein, Beth Edsall and Jacki Mayer present The Spotted Turtle Trail: Explore Beavercreek's Wetlands; Over the past century or two, Ohio has lost about 90 percent of its wetlands. […]
Michael Rudd presents Beyond the Trash in our River; What it Means for our Future; Mike R will be sharing the story of the Keep Columbus Clean creation that has […]
Angela Weiland presents What Does Human Rights have to do with Being Outdoors? The Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that all humans have a universal right to rest and […]
Grandma Joy & Brad Ryan present The Ultimate Trip: A Grandmother and Grandson’s Journey to Visit Every National Park; The viral story of Grandma Joy's Road Trip has been seen […]
El Camino de Santiago is a 1,200-year-old pilgrimage across Europe culminating at the final resting place of the Apostle St. James. Diana Glawe and Emily Foubert will share their distinct […]
Tracy Burge has dreamed of long trails since childhood after reading about a kid who rode his bike across the country. After years of adventures and misadventures, Burge saw her […]
In the summer of 2022, Jeffrey (JuicyMelt) McElfresh cycled 933 miles over 19 days, traveling solo to Niagara Falls before turning around and pedaling home to Dayton, Ohio. Averaging over […]
The Adventure Summit Triathlon includes a 15 minute run/walk, followed by a 15 minute bike and concludes with a 15 minute swim. Participant scores will be based on distance “traveled” […]
The Summit Soiree presented by Great Lakes Brewing Company is a great opportunity to meet our featured speakers, and network with the outdoor recreation community. Buy Tickets The Soiree will […]
Eddie Taylor Ground Breaking Everest Climber • Member of first all-black Everest Expedition • Skied Denali, North America's tallest peak • Climbed Yosemite's El Cap in a day On May […]
We sunk your Battleship! This friendly competition is sure to be fun and exciting as teams of four, try to sink other boats in an all-out battle in the pool. […]
Women in the Outdoors Conversation presented by Explorer Chick Adventure Co. Join Susan Marie Conrad, Nicki Bruckman, and Yvonne Entingh for coffee and conversation that may include topics such as […]
In February of 2023, fellow adventures Gary and Linda De Kock and John and LaNae Abnet canoed and camped the vast 438,000-acre peat-filled wetland straddling the Georgia–Florida, which is the […]
From 1953 until 1981, a silver haired woman calling herself "Peace Pilgrim" walked more than 25,000 miles on a personal pilgrimage for peace. She shared her simple but profound message […]
Ronald Schilb, an avid adventurer, has conquered 49 of the 50 high points across states without the aid of a guide. He meticulously utilized guidebooks and leveraged information from the […]
Ron Hundt recently retired from his current employer and was seeking all types of adventures for his newfound time. Ron and Chad Ingle put their adventurous brains together and decided […]
Many have discovered the “Van Life” style of living; yet few realize that you can easily go “stealth” car camping in an SUV or even a Toyota Prius. While I […]
Have you ever thought about going on a bicycle touring trip, but aren't sure where to start? Check out all of the local, regional, and national route options that sit […]
Join Heather Muhlhauser for an "Off The Beaten Path" hiking & sailing adventure in Croatia. Heather is the founder of Elevate Excursions, a yoga, hiking & foodie travel company and […]
Snorkeling brings the wonders of the blue planet to almost everyone. It’s super easy but learning a few basic skills makes it even more fun, so try snorkeling. No prior […]
This Yoga flow will help prepare your body for a day of sitting. At The Adventure Summit, your imagination and dreams will flourish while your body grows stiff and tightens […]
High Altitude Medicine ( Zachery "Zack" Campbell, D.O.): Outdoor activities occur below the surface and to high peaks. Learn how changes in the atmosphere affect performance and the medical conditions that […]
Competitors can test their bouldering skills in a variety of categories: men’s and women’s in beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Bouldering competition participants come from all over the region, including […]
Chris Landis along with Brent and Amy Anslinger and their two teenage daughters loaded up the van from frigid Ohio with 2 canoes,1 kayak and a boat load of gear […]
Tom Helbig traveled 15,000 miles self-supported on his bicycle around the perimeter of the U.S. on a mission to spread love and good vibes. The Tomfoolery Good Vibes Tour route […]
Biketouring Florida: When a trip through paradise takes a wrong turn In the winter of 2022, disabled cyclist Jeffrey (JuicyMelt) McElfresh planned a cycling trip around the coast of Florida. […]
The participant and author of "Bicycling America" will recount the lessons learned (educational, humorous, & character building) of plans that don't always go as planed. As backdrops, this senior citizen […]
Beaver Creek Wetlands Association presented at the 2021 Adventure Summit about our new venture into creating the Spotted Turtle Trail; a 15-mile trail that will meander through the Beaver Creek […]
Thinking about venturing out on a longer backpacking trip, but nervous about never having spent more than a night in the woods? Matt will share his experience doing just that […]
Enjoy indoor cycling by connecting movement with amazing jams that will leave you feeling so fresh and so clean. For all levels, modifications always available. When you can’t cycle outside, […]
Wilderness Injuries and Splinting (Ian Sanford, D.O.): Orthopedic injuries are among the most common seen in outdoor activities. Learn tips for diagnosing and managing injuries to bones, joints, muscles, and […]
The Klostermans are excited to share the story of our 7-day guided sea adventure aboard The Nemo III in July 2023. The boat carried our group of 11 adventure tourists […]
Have you always wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to try scuba diving or are interested in a certification course, sign up for Try Scuba. No […]
Ohio Trail Town Summit is hosted by the Buckeye Trail Association in collaboration with The Adventure Summit. The agenda will consist of 4 one-hour conversations set aside from the rest […]
Neal Moore Neal travelled from west to east (Oregon to New York City/Pacific to Atlantic), and it was the first known eastward crossing, specifically in a canoe, solo, and continuous […]
Brian and Michelle Coleman will take you on a journey through the Camino de Santiago as they walked 600 miles last summer on the Camino Frances, from St Jean Pied […]
In the years leading up to 2018, Uriah had deployed several times and for several months at a time with the Red Cross as a disaster volunteer. His passion and […]
Many backpackers dream of epic, once in a lifetime thru-hikes that take months to walk and cover thousands of miles. Beyond dreaming though, consider taking one of many great backpacking […]
Put any human in a tiny vessel and send them up a perilous 1,200-mile stretch of the Inside Passage of British Columbia and SE Alaska—and they are bound to have […]
This program explains how to plan, how to pack and how to enjoy riding for three months in European countries. Interactive activities included. Tracy Burge is passionate about sharing and […]
Dayton locals Jordan Hart and Camee Hart will talk about their exciting 240 mile bike journey on Missouri’s Katy Trail. They will share pictures and stories from this scenic and historic old train […]
Watch kayakers, as young as 8, and as old as 70+, safely roll their kayaks in both single and tandem whitewater kayaks. They will offer to teach one brand new […]
Unlike any workout you’ve ever tried, TRX – Total Body Resistance Exercise – is a suspension training workout that meets you where you are; adjust the position of your hands […]
Cold and Heat Injuries: Recognition, Prevention, and Field Treatment (Caleb Ellis, M.D ): Dr. Caleb Ellis is a second-year resident in the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine's Integrated […]
Hear tales of Tom Helbig’s two-month vanlife adventure in Baja Mexico. He explored most of the peninsula surfing, paddling, fly fishing, snorkeling and fatbiking discovering amazing natural spaces, beautiful people, […]
Living as river nomads and moving their lives downstream daily, Amy Dingle and Cassie Lane - along with 14 other friends and strangers - rowed the mighty Colorado. Through huge […]
Jillian A. Brown's presentation will take you on a wild ride of adventure, emotion and passion. Her presentation shares the story of a driven young women who finds herself homeless […]
The Ohio to Erie Trail is on the trails checklist of Ohioans and national and international explorers seeking adventure in the outdoors. The 326-mile off-road, non-motorized path through Ohio offers […]
Join Mike Bisig, owner of Mikes Bike Park (Dayton, OH) while he tells his secrets to being a true advocate for your adventure community. Learn the steps and techniques it […]
The rise, and the disastrous fall a competitive cyclist. From riding races, to 7 spine surgeries and two elbow surgeries. Learn about the journey back to the top – as […]
Tom Wright is an avid enthusiast of America’s national parks, having embarked on journeys to these cultural and natural treasures since the 1960s. His early explorations were rooted in family […]
It has taken Brent 10 years, 13 sections and nearly 4000 miles cycling one state at a time to travel across America from Rialto Bay Washington to West Quoddy Maine. […]
Stretching is an important part of adventuring. It can improve your range of motion, increase circulation, and calm your mind which may help reduce the risk of injuries and illness. […]
Activities in the wilderness deserve healthy respect and knowledge of survival fundamentals to thrive amid unanticipated complications. This session will review basic survival skills and recommendations for climate-specific survival kits. […]
