We're passionate and committed advocates for the sustainable development of nature-based, cultural and heritage tourism. If you share our passion ...

FACET CONFERENCE

                       The Spirit of Trails
                    14-16 March 2021, Collie

          "We're passionate and committed advocates for the
        sustainable development of nature-based, cultural and
         heritage tourism. If you share our passion - join us"

                        THE SPIRIT OF TRAILS
     Right now, Western Australia is experiencing a massive investment in trail
 development. Attend FACET's 'The Spirit of Trails Conference' and learn more about
  how tourism businesses, current and emerging trail towns can benefit from these
investments. Hear from international and local experts in their field who will share
  with you their insights on how to build a sustainably-managed trail destination.
    The picturesque town of Collie is hosting this event - an opportunity to see
          first-hand a town being transformed into our newest trail town.
                 Join with us and connect with like-minded people.

            Join us for 'The Spirit of Trails Conference'
                                www.facet.asn.au

GUIDED PRE-CONFERENCE TOUR

           Sunday 14 March 2021 - 10.30am - 5.00pm

           Join us for a tailored bus tour as we
           celebrate the beautiful trails and
           township of Collie (includes lunch at the
           Wellington Dam Kiosk). The bus tour
           will be followed by a guided walking or
           mountain bike experience of your
           choice.

           FULL DAY CONFERENCE PROGRAM
           Monday 15 March 2021 - 8.00am-7.30pm
           See program details below.

           GUIDED POST-CONFERENCE TOUR

           Tuesday 16 March 2021 - a condensed
           version of Sunday's tour - 8.30am- 12.30pm

REGISTER NOW
www.facet.asn.au

Conference Program: Monday 15 March 2021

8.00am    Registration, networking, coffee and tea

8.30am    Welcome and overview - Ryan Mossny, Chair of FACET

8.35am    Welcome to Country

8.40am    Official Conference Opening - President, Shire of Collie - Cr Sarah Stanley
8.55am     Keynote Speaker - Troy Rarick, Over the Edge Sports, Fruita, Colorado USA via Zoom

9.20am    Development, sustainability, governance, funding and investment in trails -
          Kerstin Stender, DBCA, Parks and Wildlife Service

9.40am    Overview from Tourism WA - Kym Francesconi, Partnership Manager, Tourism WA

10.00am Promoting trails throughout the South West Edge
        Catrin Allsop, CEO Australia's South West

10.20am Panel discussion with above speakers / Q and A - led by Ryan Mossny

10.35am Morning tea / networking

11.05am The health benefits of spending time in nature

11.25am    A 'ground up' approach to starting an ecotourism business
           Kate Gibson, Founder and Managing Director, The Hike Collective

11.45am    The role of social media

12.05pm Becoming a trail destination and role of Trails WA - Linda Daniels, Trails WA

12.25pm Panel discussion / Q and A - led by Steve Crawford (DBCA)

12.45pm Lunch and networking

             Delegates will walk away inspired to work within their business and
         collaborate within their region to grow trails tourism in Western Australia.

Conference Program: Monday 15 March 2021, continued

1.45pm   Place attachment and pilgrimage - what makes a great trail?
         Mike Wood AM, Peregrine Travel Centre, WA

2.10pm How trails connect people to community and nature: business opportunities and
       benefits - Melina Melino, Perth Trails Series

2.30pm Packaging and bundling opportunities - Bernard Whewell, Distinctly Tourism

3.00pm The importance of interpretation - connecting trails with nature and culture
       Lorna Charlton - Communications Branch, DBCA

3.20pm Afternoon tea and networking - outdoor venue

3.50pm   Aboriginal song lines and Dreaming trails - at outdoor venue

4.30pm   Panel discussion / Q and A / closing summary and ways forward
         led by Ryan Mossny

5.00pm   Sundowner plus conference dinner - outdoor BBQ/Aboriginal bush foods

7.30pm   Conference closes

           Connecting the tourism industry with your community

DATE AND TIME
                       Sunday 14 - Monday 16 March 2021

                       VENUE
                       Collie Mine Workers' Institute,
                       75 Patterson Street, Collie

                       BOOK
                       Online registrations will open on
                       12 February 2021 at:
                       at www.facet.asn.au

                       For more information or to register your
                       interest, contact:
                       admin@facet.asn.au

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