Dear COSA Community,
We are still accepting session proposals for the upcoming Partners in the Outdoors Conference, which will take place from April 27-29, 2027 at the Keystone Conference Center.
We have several different presentation opportunities including breakout sessions, lightning talks, posters, and field trips. In summary, sessions should connect with our conference theme, "Stewardship: Honoring Roots, Cultivating Futures," and the goals and objectives of Colorado’s Outdoors Strategy.
NEW IN 2027- Instead of traditional session tracks, we are utilizing session tags this year. This change allows us to better highlight interdisciplinary work and the interconnectedness of multiple goals. Session tags are based on Colorado’s Outdoors Strategy‘s North Star goals and objectives as well as key topics in the Guidance Framework for Tribal Collaboration. The Planning Committee encourages sessions that encompass the following topics and highlight the interconnectedness among them:
- Conservation
- Restoration
- Wildlife and Biodiversity
- Experiences and Opportunities
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
- Management and Stewardship
- Strategic Funding
- Coordinated Planning
- Data and Tools
- Cross-sector Collaboration
- Tribal Collaboration
- Traditional Ecological Knowledge
- Reconciliation
- Cultural Resources
- Rematriation
- Stewardship Stories – This tag directly connects with the conference theme. Tell us your story and how your work encompasses stewardship. This can include sessions about agriculture, hunting, angling, outdoor recreation, outdoor equity, education & volunteer programs, and more.
We have also announced our conference sponsor opportunities! Sponsoring is a great way to extend your reach, demonstrate your leadership, and connect directly with over 600 attendees. We have several sponsorship opportunities available that include benefits such as free conference registration(s), an exhibitor table, logo recognition, and more. Check out our sponsor opportunities sheet to learn more.
Please reach out to dnr_cpwpartners if you have any questions. Thank you!
Sincerely,
Shalana Gray (she/her)
Statewide Partnership Coordinator
720.215.2082
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216