{"id":8447,"date":"2025-09-19T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/?p=8447"},"modified":"2025-09-17T13:51:44","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T18:51:44","slug":"gateway-outdoor-expo-summit-returns-november-14-16-2025-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/gateway-outdoor-expo-summit-returns-november-14-16-2025-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit Returns November 14-16, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image001-6.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image001-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image001-6.jpg 960w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image001-6-640x281.jpg 640w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image001-6-768x337.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image001-6-600x263.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>St. Charles, MO&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Missouri\u2019s premier gathering for outdoor recreation is back. The Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit will return to the St. Charles Convention Center on November 14-16, promising its biggest and most immersive experience yet for adventurers, nature lovers, and industry professionals alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to bring the outdoor community together for our eighth expo this fall,\u201d said Brad Kovach, event director and publisher of&nbsp;<em>Terrain Magazine<\/em>. \u201cWhether you\u2019re just getting outside for the first time or you\u2019re a lifelong enthusiast, this year\u2019s gathering offers something for everyone \u2014 gear, guidance, and the kind of shared energy that will keep you active all year long.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the newest equipment to the latest outdoor trends and recreation programming, the Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit is designed to inspire, educate, and unite everyone to feel at home in the great outdoors. The first day will feature programming for industry stakeholders, including informational sessions and a keynote speaker, followed by a VIP\/vendor party.&nbsp;The following two days will showcase retailers, brands, and organizations in the exhibit hall, along with a lineup of educational presentations at the&nbsp;<em>Terrain Magazine<\/em>&nbsp;Basecamp area. (A full schedule of presentations will be announced in the coming months.)<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image002-4.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"569\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image002-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8449\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights of the 2025 Expo + Summit include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gear Galore<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Browse and test the latest equipment from local and national outdoor brands, including high-performance apparel, tents, tools, and tech.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basecamp Presentations<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Hear from community experts in seminars on topics ranging from backcountry trekking to land stewardship to accessibility and equity in the outdoors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hands-On Activities<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Take part in thrilling attractions such as mountain biking, rock climbing, fly-fishing demos, and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community Connections<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Meet fellow adventurers, join clubs and initiatives, sign up for events and races, and swap stories with others who live for trailheads and treetops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit is designed for everyone \u2014 from families seeking new ways to enjoy the outdoors to professionals building networks in the outdoor industry to environmental advocates eager to support sustainable practices. Plus, with local food and beverages, live entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to connect, the weekend is guaranteed to be as fun as it is informative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2024, over 6,000 people attended the Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit, which included 150+ booths. Both the expo and summit are free to attend; those&nbsp;interested in exhibiting or sponsorship opportunities can contact Jarrid Snyder at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:jarrid@terrain-mag.com\">jarrid@terrain-mag.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mark your calendars for November 14-16 and stay tuned for updates at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.gatewayoutdoorexpo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.gatewayoutdoorexpo.com<\/a>&nbsp;and in upcoming issues of&nbsp;<em>Terrain<\/em>&nbsp;<em>Magazine<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2025 EXPO + SUMMIT PRELIMINARY ATTRACTIONS ANNOUNCED<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From new gear and hands-on attractions to expert-led presentations, the Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit is made to inspire, educate, and unite everyone to feel welcome in the great outdoors. Here&#8217;s a first look at what you can expect&#8230; and we&#8217;re just getting started:<br><br><strong>FREE PUBLIC ENTRY<\/strong><br>The Gateway Outdoor Expo is free and open to the public, and includes free parking in 2025, making the event more inviting than ever before.<br><br><strong>BASECAMP PRESENTATIONS<\/strong><br>For the first time, we will be hosting speakers during public show hours. Hear from experts on topics ranging from backcountry trekking to land stewardship to equity in the outdoors.<br><br><strong>ROCK CLIMBING WALL<\/strong><br>Test your climbing ability on several different routes. The wall is 23 feet tall, with holds and features that mimic a real rock surface. Hosted by Upper Limits Indoor Rock Climbing Gym.<br><br><strong>GREAT GEAR GIVEAWAY<\/strong><br>Win outdoor gear for wherever your next journey takes you. Prize packages are worth more than $1,000, with donated funds supporting the nonprofit efforts of River City Outdoors.<br><br><strong>ADVENTURE SCAVENGER HUNT<\/strong><br>Turn your visit to the Expo into a game with our family-friendly indoor scavenger hunt. Everyone who finishes the hunt successfully will get a prize. Hosted by River City Outdoors.<br><br><strong>CANOE WITH CLAUS<\/strong><br>Get your photo taken with Santa Claus from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at the Canoe with Claus booth. Hosted by Big Muddy Adventures.<br><br><strong>PHOTO CONTEST GALLERY<\/strong><br>For the second year, the winners of the annual&nbsp;<em>Terrain Magazine<\/em>&nbsp;Photo Contest will have their images displayed at the Expo. Hosted by&nbsp;<em>Terrain Magazine<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GATEWAY OUTDOOR SUMMIT<\/strong><br>(exhibit hall closed)<br>Friday, November 14<br>Schedule announced soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GATEWAY OUTDOOR EXPO<\/strong><br>(exhibit hall open)<br>Saturday, November 15<br>10 am \u2013 5 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunday, November 16<br>10 am \u2013 4 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>St. Charles Convention Center<\/strong><br>1 Convention Center Blvd<br>St. Charles, MO 63303<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit<\/strong><br>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gatewayoutdoorexpo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit<\/a>&nbsp;is the region\u2019s largest outdoor recreation show, drawing thousands of attendees annually for a weekend of adventure, education, and community. The event showcases the best in gear, resources, and organizations working to strengthen the Midwest\u2019s vibrant outdoor ecosystem.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>St. Charles, MO&nbsp;\u2013 Missouri\u2019s premier gathering for outdoor recreation is back. 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