Genesee Valley Chapter
Adirondack Mountain Club

11th ANNUAL ADK OUTDOOR EXPO
Saturday, June 14, 2008
9 am - 4 pm
Mendon Ponds Park Beach Area

* * * See you Saturday, June 13, 2009 for Expo 2009 * * *

Page updated July 1, 2009 6:07 PM ET

Outdoor Expo FAQ for Vendors  

What is the Outdoor Expo?

The Outdoor Expo is an event put on by the Genesee Valley Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club to educate people about what they can do locally outdoors. By inviting local outdoor related clubs, we are hoping to help these people connect with clubs that match their interests.

Why should we participate in the Expo?

This is the perfect opportunity to meet people interested in the outdoors! There are no fees attached to this event. This is our 10th year and each year hundreds of people attend. You'll get to spend the day talking about things you enjoy and meeting people with similar interests. Did we mention that it's FREE?

When & where will the Expo be?

OUTDOOR EXPO will be JUNE 14^th FROM 9-4 AT MENDON PONDS PARK BEACH AREA.

We haven't signed up, can we still participate?

If you haven't let us know you want to join in the fun and educate the public about your club - there is still time. Please let us know by the middle of February so we can include you in our publicity materials.

How many other vendors will be there?

Check back in March to see the list.

Can I get a copy of the schedule of events?

The workshop schedule and descriptions will be available here in March.

What if we want to do a demonstration?

Contact with a brief description of the event and we'll try to incorporate it.

When & where can we set up?

Please plan to set up your tables between 8 and 9 AM. Some park tables are available but they are heavy to move and have benches attached, so bringing your own table and chairs is best. We would also suggest bringing a tarp in case of rain. You can select a site in the areas we have set aside for demonstartions and displays. If you have a preference get there early.

Will food be available?

Food can be purchased from Foodlink (http://www.foodlinkny.org/) and Corn Hill Creamery (http://rocwiki.org/Corn_Hill_Creamery)

Can we sell anything at the Expo?

No, we are trying to keep the Expo a non-commercial event. We are stressing the fun and adventure aspect of the outdoors and want to avoid people feeling pressured to buy things. You can however, hand out coupons if you'd like. We can tell you from past events that people have gone back to vendors that were helpful and knowledgeable at their displays to buy the gear they wanted.

I heard about a raffle, what's it going to be?

In the past the Expo Committee held a raffle at the end of the day. This year, we're going to get out of the way and let clubs and vendors hold own if they so choose. It's a great way to collect contacts. We do ask that you keep the value of individual prizes to $100 or less.

How can we help make this Expo a success?

Please let your customers know about this event. If you would like your website linked to the Outdoor Expo page please send us your website address. After March we will have posters for you to download and post. Contact .

Your staff members and volunteers, who generously donate their time, knowledge and experience, are what truly make this a mutually beneficial and continuously successful event.

What if we can't make it but would like to get information about the club to the Expo?

If you can't make it but would like to make your informational or events brochures available to the public, please contact us; we will have a table for handouts.

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Posters and Publicity Materials

Download the Expo 2008 Brochure
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