Discover How A Vision Became A Reality...
Recreation: The NZ Outdoor Adventure Expo was successfully launched in Christchurch in September 2009.
After moving to NZ from Canada in 2007; 360 Degree Events - Managing Director, Karen Hamilton was surprised to learn that 'the adventure capital of the world' did not have an event to showcase the broad range of outdoor pursuits and associated products and services on offer in NZ. So Recreation Expo Ltd was established with the primary aim of providing both existing outdoor enthusiasts and those keen to take up new pursuits, with the opportunity to learn from industry experts and to test and compare products and services under one roof. The focus is on having fun ... and having a go!
Event Concept
Recreation Expo seeks to achieve the following:
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Create an annual event dedicated to the promotion of active lifestyles and outdoor pursuits.
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Showcase the variety of outdoor activities readily accessible in Canterbury and New Zealand.
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Provide a platform for interaction between buyers & sellers of recreational products & services.
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Promote and encourage participation via interactive demonstrations.
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Deliver education.
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Develop a sense of community.
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Deliver an environmentally, culturally, socially and economically sustainable event.
Event Format
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Public Exhibition - selling products & services with a recreational focus direct to the public.
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Interactive Demonstrations - product demonstrations and activities to encourage audience participation and make strong connections to recreational activities. Activities include: a 8m high rock climbing wall, kayak demo pool, ropes training course, golf swing analysis, camp cooking demonstrations and more ...
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Speakers Corner - short presentations on a variety of recreational focused topics plus guest speakers & workshops.
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Competitions - to motivate attendance and participation once onsite there will be timed activities and games of chance. Prizes will be products & services donated by sponsors and exhibitors.
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Food Vendors - a variety of healthy snacks plus great coffee will be available to encourage visitors to stay longer.
Event Hours
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Friday 24 September 2010 - 4pm - 7pm
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Saturday 25 September 2010 - 9am - 6pm
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Sunday 26 Septemnber 2010 - 10am - 5pm
Ticket Prices
