| December 19th 2011 |
What Inspiration Did You Get at the AOA Conference?
AOA's conference in Reno was by all accounts a great success. Thanks to all of you who made it possible through your attendance and support for the exhibitors at the event. We'll get the pict
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| September 27th 2011 |
Nature Valley to Sponsor AOA Conference in Reno
Nature Valley to Sponsor AOA Conference in Reno
America Outdoors Association (AOA) recently signed a sponsorship agreement with Nature Valley, a division of General Mills. Nature Valley and AOA also initiated a test sampling program this season for Nature Valley granola bar |
| September 12th 2011 |
Grow Demand and Improve Your Bottom Line
To grow your market share - create evangelists for your business
At the AOA Conference in Decembe |
| July 29th 2011 |
Find New Customers and Grow Demand. Registration is Open for AOA's Marketing & Management Conference
Registration Opens for AOA's Marketing and Management Conference, December 6 - 8, 2011 AOA's 2011 conference will focus on Strategies to Find New Customers and Grow Demand |
| May 5th 2011 |
Senate Transportation Committee Approves Motorcoach Bill
Senate Transportation Committee Approves Motorcoach Bill with Modified
CDL Language
On May 4th the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science &
Transportation approved an amended version of S. 453, the Motorcoach Enhanced
Safety Act of 2011. As introduced, this legi |
| May 4th 2011 |
Essential Practices Risk Management DVD for Outfitters and Adventure Travel Businesses Released
Essential Practices Risk Management DVD for Outfitters and Adventure Travel Businesses Released
The new DVD, Essential Risk Management Practices for Your Outdoor Recreation or Adventure Travel Business, was released today by America Outdoors Association and is r |
| February 18th 2011 |
President Obama's America's Great Outdoors Report Released
President Obama's America's Great Outdoors Report Released
A bold agenda for The President's initiative on America’s Great Outdoors (AGO) was released February 16th at an event at the White House. Several areas pertinent to outfitters are summarized below. You can find the full Exec |
| January 10th 2011 |
New America Outdoors Association Member Benefits for 2011
Savings on Visa/MasterCard Processing through Fund Your Dream Kim Callaway 303.653.7964 or Banc of America Merchant Services at 888-317-5402. We have two processo |
| November 10th 2010 |
AOA and BAMS Renew Agreement
America Outdoors Association (AOA) and Bank of America Merchant Services have recently renewed their agreement for preferred member credit card and payment processing services with new lower rates to qualifying m |
| October 26th 2010 |
Fund Your Dream Is a New "Preferred Merchant Services Provider" for America Outdoors Association Members
America Outdoors Association has signed an agreement with Colorado-based Fund Your Dream (FYD) to serve as a "Preferred Merchant Services Provider" of electronic payment services for its members. Our new relationship will allow members to save money on special member rates for electronic payment |
| August 5th 2010 |
America Outdoors Association Announces International Marketing and Management Conference Agenda for 2010
For Immediate Release
August 5, 2010
"Growing Your Business in the New Economy" is the theme for AOA's high
acclaimed International Marketing and Management Conference, December 7 - 9,
2010 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
"A revolution in marketing and manageme |
| July 23rd 2010 |
Outfitter Association Benefits
Read Testimonials from these respected Active Travel Outfitters, Guest Ranch, and Tour Operators about the value of an outfitter membership in America Outdoors Association
Money Saving Member Benefits for Outfitters a |
| April 14th 2010 |
Serving Diverse Populations
America Outdoors Association outfitter members provide outdoor trips for 2,000,000 people annually. Click for a copy of the presentation.
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| March 12th 2010 |
Executive Director's "Trends" Presentation to Southern Oregon Visitors Association
Click for a copy of the presentation. |
| March 4th 2010 |
AOA Comments to the Proposed DO 35B
AOA Comments to the Proposed DO 35B, which proposes to recover the capital, maintenance and others costs for utilities sold to concessioners. Comments.
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| February 10th 2010 |
Summary of Notice of Intent, FS Planning Regulations
Excerpts from Federal Register /Vol. 74, No. 242 / Friday, December 18, 2009 /Notices
ACTION: Notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement
The following verbatim excerpts are from the notice of intent to prepare an EIS for a new planning rul |
| February 8th 2010 |
Sample Letters Regarding CDL Regulations
Use these sample letters below to create your own letter on your letterhead. Call the AOA office (800-524-4814) if you need assistance with contact information.
FAX:
The Honorable (enter Your Representative's Name)
United States House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
Dear Repre |
| January 22nd 2010 |
NOLS Letter on CDL Legislation
January 21, 2010
The Honorable Mike Enzi
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510
Dear Senator Enzi,
I am writing on behalf of the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) to express concern about a bill that was recently marked up by the Senate Committee o |
| January 5th 2010 |
AOA's Innovation Marketing Seminar Video
This video features some of the reports from outfitters who discussed innovations in their businesses following a presentation by Terry Jones at the 2009 America Outdoors Association conference.
Click Here to See Video.
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| December 13th 2009 |
AOA 2009 Conference a Huge Success
AOA Conference Attendees Agree, 2009 Was the Best Ever!
These outfitters took advantage of the super line up of seminars:
Absaroka-Beartooth Outfitters, Inc. * ACE Adventure Center * Adirondack River Outfitters * Adventure Connection, Inc. * Adventure Consulting * Adventure Egg |
| October 6th 2009 |
New FTC Regs on Testimonials and Blogging
The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC” or “Commission”) is adopting revised Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (“the Guides”). The revised Guides include additional changes not incorporated in the proposed revisions published |
| October 2nd 2009 |
How to Contact Congress
Contacting Your Senators and Representatives
Congress.org
publishes a directory of members of Congress and their contact information.
When writing a member of Congress, we strongly recommend that you send |
| June 4th 2009 |
Choosing the Best Outfitted Adventure Based On Your Fitness Level
Choosing the Best Outfitted Adventure Based On Your Fitness Level
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee—One of the most important factors to consider when planning an adventure vacation is the fitness level of all travelers who are participa |
| June 2nd 2009 |
AdventureVacation.com Features Easy Directory for Adventure Travel Planning
Knoxville,
Tennessee – As the popularity of
adventure trips and active travel vacations
continues to rise, America Outdoors is
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| April 30th 2008 |
Adventure Vacation Resorts
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee—Adventure vacation resorts are gaining momentum within the travel industry as people are looking for active, immersive travel experiences that cater to families and groups of people with varying interests and skill levels. Many companies are develop |
| April 6th 2008 |
Choosing the Best Outfitted Adventure
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee-Planning an adventure vacation with an outfitter is easier
than planning an extended trip on your own. Years of experience with first-time
adventurers have prepared outfitters for your questions. Remember, on those longer,
guided trips there's no meal planning, cooking or dis |
| February 28th 2008 |
America Outdoors Association Media Kit
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