ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 2022 - OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW JANUARY 26-28, 2022 COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER | DENVER, CO

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                                                WELCOME
ATTENDEE
TOOLKIT

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                                                 REGISTRATION
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                                              GUIDELINES FOR
                                                 SUCCESS
                                                 HEALTH + SAFETY

    OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW
    JANUARY 26-28, 2022
    COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER | DENVER, CO
ATTENDEE TOOLKIT 2022 - OUTDOOR RETAILER SNOW SHOW JANUARY 26-28, 2022 COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER | DENVER, CO
WELCOME

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Greetings!

Snow Show is finally happening again in person, and we couldn’t be more excited to gather together again—we really
missed you! This show is all about efficient business, bringing together our community, and celebrating the industry we all

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love.

We are committed to producing a show that is successful for all attendees, and ensures the health, safety, and well-
being of this community, our internal team and everyone else involved in the show. We are continuing to work with Visit
Denver, the Colorado Convention Center, and hotel partners to implement the highest safety protocols and measures
recommended by health officials and government agencies.

You will find the most up-to-date health and safety guidelines in this document, in addition to a show plan that will

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optimize your time, fill your appointment book and provide the best return on investment for each show you attend.

We invite you to use and share this toolkit with your colleagues and business partners. We are here for you and eager to
assist in making the show a venture of hope and possibility!

Outdoor Retailer Attendee Relations Team

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                       Larry Harrison                                                      Sarah Morton
                       Brand Development Director                                          Attendee Relations Manager
                       larry.harrison@outdoorretailer.com                                  sarah.morton@outdoorretailer.com
                       (949) 392-4625                                                      (949) 345-1946

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GENERAL

   outdoorretailer.com

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   Contact Info
   Health + Safety Guidelines

THE SHOW

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   Exhibitor List
   Attending Store List
   Floor Plan
   Education
   Events
   Show Planner
   Mobile App

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PUBLICATIONS

   The Daily
   Outdoor Retailer Magazine

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TRAVEL

   Book Housing
   Getting Here + Around
   Where to Eat in Denver
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   Industry Calendar

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GENERAL SHOW INFORMATION

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Date
January 26-28, 2022

Location
Colorado Convention Center
700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202

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Show Hours

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Wednesday, January 26      9 a.m. - 6 p.m.*
Thursday, January 27       9 a.m. - 6 p.m.*
Friday, January 28         9 a.m. - 4 p.m.*

*7 - 9 a.m. by appointment only.

Registration Credentials
First time registrants will need to submit business credentials during the registration process. Please find an approved
list of credentials here.
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The easiest way to register for the Show is online, before you even get to Denver. Be on the lookout for registration emails
from Outdoor Retailer or go to outdoorretailer.com to register.

Registration is FREE for Retail Buyers, Designers, Importers/Distributors, Working Media, and Independent Reps until
December 10, 2021—get it done early to save time and money!

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                                                    REGISTER NOW

Badge Pick-Up
Insider’s Tip—Pick up your badge BEFORE the show starts to
avoid the lines on Day 1. You can pick up your badge inside

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the Colorado Convention Center in Lobby A, or the 14th Street
Entrance.

Make sure you bring your registration confirmation email (with                                                  Badge
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the scannable barcode) or photo ID.

If you haven’t registered and need to do that onsite, head to the
Colorado Convention Center.

Attending for the first time?

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You’ll need to prepare your business credentials when
completing the registration form. You can find the list of
credentials here.

Can you bring dogs?
Yes you can! However, they will need badges, and you’ll be
required to sign a waiver upon registration.

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More questions?
You can find a list of registration FAQ here.                                                                                     HEALTH + SAFETY

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HOTELS

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Did you know? EventSphere has a booth in the registration area at each show! Just look for the hotel icon on the show
maps. Book your hotels at an exclusive rate for the next two shows. Plus, your credit card on file won’t be charged until
two weeks prior to the show.

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Benefits of booking within the official housing block include:

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•   Outdoor Retailer exclusive rates
•   Flexible cancellation policies
•   Reservation relocation protection
•   U.S.-based contact center open 24/7, 365
•   Exclusive promotions and perks
•   Pre-arrival acknowledgement emails including a hotel confirmation number will be provided approximately seven days
    prior to arrival
•   On-site customer support presence at Outdoor Retailer

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Badge Pick-Up
Insider’s Tip—We offer satellite badge pickup at the following locations, so you can skip the lines at the Colorado
Convention Center:

• Hyatt Regency Lobby*

Make sure you bring your registration confirmation email (with the scannable barcode) or photo ID. If you haven’t
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registered and need to do that onsite, head to the Colorado Convention Center.

*Open January 25
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TIPS + TRICKS FOR A SUCCESSFUL SHOW

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 Make Appointments
 Contact your local reps to make appointments or use Match, Outdoor Retailer’s messaging and appointment booking
 portal, to contact brands and schedule appointments. **Buyers Hack: Did you know you can get a head start on your
 appointments two hours before everyone else? The show floor is open to retail buyers with appointments starting at 7
 a.m. every morning!

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 Download The Mobile App | Download the app
 Everything you need to know about the Show is in the palm of your hand in the Mobile App—get access to the exhibitor
 list, education schedule, a walking show floor map, and more. Stay tuned—the Mobile App will be ready mid-July!

 Match | Access Match
 Use Match to email and request appointments with exhibitors, add education sessions to your personal show calendar
 and sync your selections with the mobile app. Stay tuned—Match will be ready mid-December!

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 Discover New Brands and Products | See the Exhibitor List
 Search by brand name, location, product category and more. You can even explore some of the products brands are
 bringing by clicking the PRODUCT button. Did you know that you can filter the online Exhibitor List by NEW? Just click
 the NEW button on the exhibitor list and that will show you the list of new brands at the show!

 Explore The Floor | See the Floor Plan
 Take some time to study the floor plan before you arrive on Day 1. This will save you both time and energy trying to
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 locate booths and prevent you from getting lost...and late for appointments. Don’t forget to download the Mobile App
 and pick up copies of the Show Map and Pocket Guide so you’re prepared to explore the floor.

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  The Resource Center *NEW* | Check out Show Areas
  The Resource Center is a central hub to provide retailers, media, brands, designers, and other attendees an
  opportunity to gather market research and trend insight, and learn about new business technologies, directly from
  experts. Discovery and new connections are happening live at Outdoor Retailer, and now attendees can simultaneously

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  access resources and information to support their business decisions.

  Get Educated | See the Education schedule
  Education will take place throughout the Convention Center—in MR400s, The Camp, Trend & Design Center, and the
  RANGER Station.

  Show Events | See the Events schedule
  Happy hours and events at the show are a great way to get connected...you never know who you’ll meet!

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  Venture Out | Learn more about Venture Out
  Venture Out is BACK! This curated section is where retailers discover what’s next and a basecamp for brands who
  push the status quo. Venture Out is guided by the pillars of design, community and culture.

  Discover Innovation | Learn more about the Innovation Awards
  The Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards recognize the cutting edge and carefully considered products and retail
  services from all seasons made famous at the trade show. Determined by a panel of expert judges, winners will be
  unveiled live in an awards ceremony on Thursday, January 27, 2022, Night 2 of Snow Show.

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  The Workroom | See the floor plan
  Need a quiet place to get some work done away from the bustle of the show floor? Meeting Room 102 is open to all
  Retail Buyers, Designers, Importer/Distributors, and Working Media with work stations and WiFi.

  Summit Coffee Co
  Back by popular demand, Summit Coffee will be stationed at Venture Out serving up espresso and coffee drinks. The
  best part? You can save time and skip the line through mobile ordering!

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  Check Out Our Scholarship Opportunities | Apply for the program
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  If your store is facing challenges that may prevent your buyers from attending due to overall cost, we can help!

  Fresh
  A new area on the show floor, Fresh introduces buyers and media to new brands and first-time exhibitors. For retailers
  looking to diversify store offerings and attract customers, Fresh provides inspiration to help your business grow.
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OUR HEALTH + SAFETY PLAN

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Outdoor Retailer is excited to welcome retailers, exhibitors, and the outdoor and snowsports industries back to Denver to
build and strengthen relationships. Our team is committed to creating a show experience where our community, partners,
staff, and the local workforce can safely and effectively conduct business.

We are continuing to work closely with Visit Denver, the Colorado Convention Center, and hotel partners to implement
the highest safety protocols and measures recommended by health officials and government agencies. We recognize
that these protocols are constantly in flux, and we will continue to adjust our health measures in accordance to

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recommendations from the city of Denver and the CDC.

Visit our website to find out what current health measures we have in place for Outdoor Retailer Snow Show and how you
too will play a role in moving business forward safely.

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Hotel Partner Health and Safety Information

EventSphere is our official housing partner and information on hotels may be found HERE.

Other Resources
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CDC: General Guidelines | Travel Guidelines | Emerald COVID-19 Resources

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