FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost for 2025 registration?

Answer: Early Bird: $540. Full Price: $590. Student Rate: $475. Some applicable taxes may apply. Limited subsidies available – contact conference@takemeoutside.ca to inquire.

When will registration open?

Answer: Registration for the 2025 Conference will open at 7am PT on Nov 5th 2024. Based on previous years, we anticipate it will sell out quickly! For updates and 2025 conference information, sign up to our newsletter.

No account is needed for registration, and you simply need to visit our registration page after Nov 5th to fill out the simple form and pay upon completion.

Where is the conference and how do I get there?

Answer: The conference is at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff National Park, Alberta.

The closest airport to the Banff Conference Centre is Calgary – approximately 1hr 40 minute drive between the two.

Conference delegates receive a 15% discount with the code OLConf25 on the Banff Airporter’s daily shuttle service between the Calgary Airport and the Banff Centre (Discount off of regular price $82.90 (one way) or $165.80 (return) for adults).

Please visit our Accommodation & Travel web page for more information.

Where can I stay?

Answer:

The best value and accessibility is to stay on site at the Banff Centre. You can reserve your room here with a discounted rate offered to conference delegates. Rooms available:

  • Lloyd Hall (1 bed)
  • Professional Development Centre (1 bed)
  • Professional Development Centre (2 bed)

Please visit our Accommodation & Travel web page for more information.

Is there a letter of support for this conference I can provide my admin?

Answer: Yes! The Outdoor Council of Canada, one of Take Me Outside’s partners, has provided an excellent letter that outlines the benefits this conference will offer and rationalization for why you should attend. You can download the letter here.

What meals are included with the conference?

Answer:

Meals included with conference ticket:

  • Dinner Thursday
  • Breakfast and Lunch Friday (Do your own dinner in Banff, Friday night)
  • Breakfast Saturday
The Banff Centre has three main options to eat, which can be explored here. Additionally, Banff’s official visitor directory has a great interactive guide to dining in town with lots more info.

Do I need a car to get around Banff?

Answer:

No, Banff has a great public transport bus system and you can walk between the Banff Centre and downtown Banff in 15-25 minutes.

When will I be able to see and register for workshops?

Answer:

Workshops will be listed in early 2025, and you will be invited by email to register for the workshop choices you prefer at that point, as long as you are registered for the conference.

When will I be able to see and register for field trips?

Answer:

Field Trips will be listed in early 2025, and you will be invited by email to register for the field trip choices you prefer at that point, as long as you are registered for the conference. If this field trip has a fee attached, you will be asked to pay upon choosing the trip.

Is there a program/schedule available?

Answer:

You can check out our Program page for a high-level overview of what to expect each day of the 2025 Outdoor Learning Conference. We are currently working on a more detailed schedule; please check back in early January for a complete list of speakers, workshops, and events.

Do you offer child care to conference delegates?

Answer: We aren’t officially facilitating any child care services during the 2025 conference; however, we fully endorse the Banff-based operator Child Care Connection, who you may coordinate with directly if needed.

I have a question I can’t find the answer to on the website!

Answer: If you have any questions or information that seems to be missing, please email us at conference@takemeoutside.ca – we’ll be able to help you!