# Event Details - **Event Name**: National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for the third annual National Outdoor Recreation Conference - Embracing Ireland's Outdoors!About this EventNational Outdoor Recreation ConferenceThe third annual National Outdoor Recreation Conference is being hosted by Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht (DRCDG) and Comhairle na Tuaithe to support the delivery of Ireland's National Outdoor Recreation Strategy 2023-2027.Join us in Cavan on Thursday 25th June 2026 for a one day conference for an opportunity to network with national and county organisations involved in outdoor recreation, join in the discussion on national outdoor recreation policy, share learnings and gain valuable insights to enhance your work in developing or promoting outdoor recreation. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/7b52f620-35c5-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w1110-h740-dc030302-gmir.jpg Ireland's National Outdoor Recreation Strategy 2023-2027, was developed in collaboration with Comhairle na Tuaithe (the Countryside Council) and is a collaborative cross-Government, stakeholder-led strategy. It reflects the views of stakeholders, the public and the whole of Government and it sets the stage to strengthen and support the sustainable development of the outdoor recreation sector in Ireland for years to come.The implementation of Embracing Ireland's Outdoors is being led by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht and Sport Ireland and progress is overseen by Comhairle na Tuaithe. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/7bba1c60-35c5-11f1-a0ec-d9550886fa40-rimg-w987-h740-dc5b6446-gmir.jpg The development of County Outdoor Recreation Plans and the establishment of County Outdoor Recreation Committees ensures there is a joined up and coordinated approach at both a local and national level to deliver maximum impact from the significant investment in the sector and to build on the natural advantages in place. Better planning and development of outdoor recreation infrastructure will lead to enhanced protection of the environment and will be in keeping with best practice management of landscape and habitats.Embracing Ireland's Outdoors aims to increase the number of people active in the outdoors, especially young people and under-represented groups, and to foster a greater understanding of how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/7bf8ac00-35c5-11f1-9ecc-ad384b2d4f3d-rimg-w987-h740-dc75757b-gmir.jpg For more information on Comhairle na Tuaithe please go to gov.ieFor further conference information please go to National Outdoor Recreation Conference | LinktreeConference ProgrammeRegistration and networking from 9.30am.Morning Session (10am-1pm)MC Ella McSweeney will open the conference at 10am.Welcome address by Dara Calleary T.D. Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht.Presentations and Panel DiscussionsNetworking Tea BreakPresentations and Panel DiscussionsNetworking Lunch (1.15pm-2.15pm)Afternoon Session (2.15pm-4.30pm)Breakout sessions to discuss various outdoor recreation topicsPresentations and Panel DiscussionsPre-conference activities will take place on Wednesday 24th June 2026 and can be booked soonSlieve Russell have provided a conference room rate if you are staying: €140.00 single occupancy B&B per night (€180.00 double or twin room). All accommodation bookings must be made ONLINE only - www.slieverussell.ie Promo Code: NORC26All photos from Fáilte Ireland, Ireland's Content Pool https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/7c278430-35c5-11f1-a0ec-d9550886fa40-rimg-w523-h740-dc61615e-gmir.jpg https://youtu.be/56hqVCCjvq8?si=uOzU7IAsh6H1IUIWhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7kF6VB6IQI - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/h14-fe03/national-outdoor-recreation-conference-2026/100001984829157440 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: H14 FE03 - **state**: LD - **country**: Ireland - **location**: Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club - **lat**: 54.0962451 - **long**: -7.5583429 - **full address**: Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club, Ballyconnell, H14 FE03, Ireland ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/6b42a7930f42e61a190660b7b67de5b32e7aa615c79c86fd5253dd8145edec12-rimg-w1200-h400-dccaddd1-gmir.jpg?v=1775925803 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026 being held? - **A:** National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026 takes place on Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club, Ballyconnell, H14 FE03, Ireland. - **Q**: Who is organizing National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026? - **A:** National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026 is organized by Department of Rural and Community Development. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** National Outdoor Recreation Conference 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in H14 FE03, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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