Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA) 2026 Conference

Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA) 2026 Conference

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Argus Bargrill

8:00pm • Hospitality Event - Sponsored by Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters

Hall of Ideas E&H

10:30am • Breakout 2A: How to Make Friends & Influence People (On Social Media)
2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Because You’re Worth It! If You’re Good at Something, Never Do It for Free

Hall of Ideas F&I

Hall of Ideas G&J

Lakefront Porch

6:00pm • Pizza & Beer in the Park - Sponsored by Gunpowder Inc.

Madison Ballroom

Meet at OWAA Registration Desk

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Energize Your Writing Through Movement and Metaphor

Meeting Room K

Meeting Room L

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - What We Can Learn from the Old Masters

Meeting Room M

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Why Podcasts & Audio Content Are Ideal for Reaching Active Outdoor & Adventure Enthusiasts

Meeting Room N

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Media Relations 101: How Outdoor Writers Can Work with PR & Comms Teams

Meeting Room O

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Be a Better Beginner: How to Break into the Outdoor Media Without Breaking Down

Meeting Room P

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Have I Got a Story for You: UW-Madison Researchers Pitch Science Stories for the Outdoor Beat

Meeting Room Q

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Intentional Craft: How to Create Work that Achieves its Purpose

Meeting Room R

2:45pm • WORKSHOP - Elevate your Outdoor Meals: Hands on Cooking Workshop