About the Industry
Oregon is home to some of the most successful and innovative outdoor recreation companies on the planet. Established brands such as Hydro Flask, BlackStrap and Ruffwear have been joined by younger brethren that have either started in Central Oregon or relocated here to create an entrepreneurial environment with tremendous access to local talent and experienced mentors.
Home to Mt. Bachelor, Smith Rock, world-class golf, endless rivers, lakes, and thousands of miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, there is no more idyllic setting for personal adventure and professional product testing.
The region is home to the Oregon Outdoor Alliance (OOA), a non-profit industry group dedicated to connecting and cultivating the outdoor industry through events, mentorship and advocacy. Meet local outdoor industry groups every second Thursday of the month at OOA's Central Oregon Beer:Thirty!
Tap into local industry resources available through Bend Outdoor Worx (BOW), the country's first outdoor accelerator program which provides high-level mentorship from experienced founders and tailored support for startups and growth-stage companies.
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