Banff Mountain Festivals
National Geographic Workshop © Don Lee

Follow your passion… Learning Opportunities

November 1 – 9, 2008

Getting Published

Join representatives from Rocky Mountain Books, The Mountaineers Books, Hutchison/Random House UK, and National Geographic Books for an information session on how to get your book published. Moderated by Maria Coffey. Max Bell 252.

National Geographic Adventure Channel — Pitch a Story Workshop

Learn tips and tricks to get your story idea in the front door with National Geographic Adventure Channel, a major producer of quality TV adventure programming. Laszlo Funtek 212.

Trail Run with New Balance

Join the pros at New Balance for an early morning trail run and try out the newest in running footwear technology! Meet at the New Balance booth in the Eric Harvie Theatre Lobby.

GORE-TEX® products

Why the latest in GORE-TEX® fabric technology can potentially save your life. Hear world-class climber, current Gore associate, and outdoor expert Dan Cauthorn share why a simple things like fabric technology can be the difference between life and death in nature.  Attend this demo and get a chance to win a free GORE-TEX® jacket. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Going Green

More and more individuals and businesses are conscious of how running their daily lives and operating their businesses has an impact on the environment. Bullfrog Power is a leading provider of 100% green electricity. Thousands of Alberta homes and businesses have already chosen to reduce their environmental footprint and support clean, renewable wind power.

Responsible Travel with World Expeditions

Find out how our small group adventures benefit the local people we interact with, safeguard the ecosystems we explore and contribute to the sustainability of the regions we experience. Laszlo Funtek 222.

NOLS — The Leader in Wilderness Education

More than 95,000 students have learned and mastered outdoor skills with NOLS in the world's most spectacular and wild classrooms. Find out why. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Lou’s Skiing Performance Centre

Balance and alignment of ski boots and bindings for balance, comfort and performance. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Integral Designs — The Low Down on Down

Everything you ever wanted to know about down sleeping bags. What to look for when buying, washing and care. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Map it First — Learn about trip planning in the digital age

Innovative outdoor adventure planning software for hikers. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Big Rock

Sample some of Alberta’s best beers with local favourite, Big Rock Brewery. Laszlo Funtek 222 at the Big Rock Booth.

National Geographic Exploration and Adventure Grants Workshop

Learn about the exciting grant program that funds exploration and adventure around the world. Laszlo Funtek 212.

Trail Run with New Balance

Join the pros at New Balance for an early morning trail run and try out the newest in running footwear technology! Meet at the New Balance booth in the Eric Harvie Theatre Lobby.

National Geographic Exploration and Adventure Writing Workshop

Find out how to pitch your story idea to National Geographic. Laszlo Funtek 212.

GORE-TEX® products

Why the latest in GORE-TEX® fabric technology can potentially save your life.  Attend this demo and get a chance to win a free GORE-TEX® jacket! Laszlo Funtek 222.

CPAWS — The Importance of Being Wild

An interactive presentation with stunning visuals that focuses on the past, present and future of Canada’s wilderness. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Going Green

More and more individuals and businesses are conscious of how running their daily lives and operating their businesses has an impact on the environment. Bullfrog Power is a leading provider of 100% green electricity. Thousands of Alberta homes and businesses have already chosen to reduce their environmental footprint and support clean, renewable wind power.

Trek Safe with World Expeditions

When planning travel to a remote destination, many factors need to be considered. World Expeditions has been pioneering treks in Nepal since 1975 and are offering trekking experiences across all continents. Laszlo Funtek 222.

NOLS — The Leader in Wilderness Education

More than 95,000 students have learned and mastered outdoor skills with NOLS in the world's most spectacular and wild classrooms. Find out why. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Lou’s Skiing Performance Centre

Balance and alignment of ski boots and bindings for balance, comfort and performance. Laszlo Funtek 222.

Photo: National Geographic Workshop © Don Lee