The conference will round things out with examples of ecotourism businesses from West Virginia and plenty of discussion. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in discussions with ecotourism experts, to network with like-minded people in West Virginia's tourism industry, and to help form the future of ecotourism in West Virginia. Participants will also get a printed copy of the conference proceedings, free continental breakfasts, lunch, an evening reception, as well as discounted lodging at Thorn Run Inn and other local lodging establishments. Informal evening discussion around the wood fire at the Ecotourism Institute. West Virginia business people describe their operation including challenges and opportunities presented by the ecotourism concept.
Floor is opened for questions and discussion.
Reception sponsored by The Blackwater Brew Company, Davis and West-Whitehill Winery, Moorefield. Introduction to a series of participant driven concurrent sessions on next steps.