Vermont Outdoor Recreation Directory
"There's no better time than Vermont."
"There's no better time than Vermont."
VOGA provides support and promotion for Vermont’s outdoor recreation professionals and hospitality services. We provide listings of guide services for all activities along with support services, lodging, retail and rental equipment, travel information, adventure vacation packages, outdoor education and skill development programs, recreation trails and waterways, youth programs, publications and maps, women's outdoor challenges and Vermont's natural resources. Plan Ahead, Be Safe, Have Fun!
We also welcome potential members from around the northeast region. We have members based in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and New York.
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Our History
Vermont Outdoor Guide Association (VOGA) was organized in 1996 as a non profit 501-C6 organization of recreation based professionals and support organizations. Run by volunteers for nearly 30 years, funded by membership dues and assisted by grants from state departments, the state legislature and several other organizations, our membership has grown to nearly 200 businesses. More importantly, our web site has become a primary resource for recreation based information in Vermont.
As an industry, customer service, access to natural resources, risk management, affordable advertising and resource stewardship are just a few of the issues that we all must work to improve. By working together, our members are strengthening Vermont’s image as a destination for outdoor adventure and skill development opportunities while growing their own businesses. We continue to act as advocates for outdoor professionals regarding access to private and public lands, improved risk management and insurance policies and increased state marketing of our members' services and products by lobbying our legislature and serving on numerous planning committees and councils. |
About VOGA Membership
About Our Members
Advertising and Sponsoring Rates Become a Member Benefits of Membership Insurance and Risk Management Our Partner's Services How We Promote Our Members
Multiple Page Listings With Links To Your Website (No Extra Fee with Membership)
Events (Free) Outdoor Education Events (Free) Women's Events (Free) Job Listings (Free) VOGA's Newsletter Mentions (Free) Posting Your News (Free) Twitter and Facebook Announcements (Free) |
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Licensing Guides in Vermont
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Insure Your Outdoor Business Today and Save!!
Guide & outfitters insurance starts at $375. |
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Unlike New York, New Hampshire and Maine, Vermont does not have a licensing process for guide services.
* As an independent 501 C6 nonprofit, VOGA is not supported by the State of Vermont and is not a part of any government agency. * In order to join VOGA, guides, outfitters and outdoor leaders and educators must have certifications or licenses in their field of work. * We accept state, national and international trade association certifications and licenses. * We can also accept a certificate of insurance from potential members. * For more information on certifications and outdoor skills training, visit: https://www.voga.org/vermont-outdoor-education-events.html or https://www.voga.org/vermont-survival-outdoor-education.html |
Guides, outfitters, lodging, retail/rental shops and recreation based associations in the outdoor industry may apply online for liability insurance.
We are proud to be partnering with Cross Current Insurance, an insurance brokerage, as they expand their services to offer coverage for nearly all outdoor activities including Guides & Outfitters, Lodges & Resorts, Manufacturers & Distributors, Retail & E-Commerce, Nonprofits & Associations, Outdoor Enthusiasts and Charter Boats.
They have insurance products to protect any business type and focus on the outdoor sporting industry. They blend their insurance experience with their passion for adventure in the great outdoors to bring a unique insight into insuring your business. Check them out and start saving on your insurance coverage. |
VOGA Members Code of Ethics
* Obey all State and Federal laws.
* Cooperate with all wildlife officials, land owners and management.
* Provide quality service, programming and equipment.
* Promote conservation and education.
* Promote outdoor safety and ethics.
VOGA members proven to have violated any of the above codes will lose membership and their listing(s) will be removed from our website with no refunds.
* Obey all State and Federal laws.
* Cooperate with all wildlife officials, land owners and management.
* Provide quality service, programming and equipment.
* Promote conservation and education.
* Promote outdoor safety and ethics.
VOGA members proven to have violated any of the above codes will lose membership and their listing(s) will be removed from our website with no refunds.
Promoting Teamwork and Partnerships
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Outdoor Education
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Spreading the News
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About VOGA Members
Who are the VOGA members?
From mom and pop businesses and non profits to resorts, our members are as diverse as the 70 some odd outdoor recreation activities, services and products that they provide.
Our members include professionals in recreation based businesses and are Outdoor Educators, Guide Services, Tour Operators, Sporting Goods Retail Shops, Equipment Rental Services, Outdoor Gear Manufactures, Recreation Based Lodging, Trail Organizations, Conservation Groups, Recreation Industry Support Services and more.
From mom and pop businesses and non profits to resorts, our members are as diverse as the 70 some odd outdoor recreation activities, services and products that they provide.
Our members include professionals in recreation based businesses and are Outdoor Educators, Guide Services, Tour Operators, Sporting Goods Retail Shops, Equipment Rental Services, Outdoor Gear Manufactures, Recreation Based Lodging, Trail Organizations, Conservation Groups, Recreation Industry Support Services and more.
Benefits For VOGA Members
As you consider your potential membership with VOGA, please review our exciting array of benefits, all designed to make your business more visible, productive and profitable. Call the Office with questions or for more information 802-425-6211.
Benefits:
* Low cost, high visibility.
* Multiple page listings at no extra charge for members.
* Multiple links to your web site at no extra charge.
* Free Recreation events posting (Outdoor Education, Women's Events, and General Recreation)
* Posting of your News & Announcements
* Help with risk management. - (Request our risk management sample forms)
* Referrals
* Free Job Listings
* Industry Information Resource (Access to land and waterways, travel data, and more)
* Government Monitoring and Advocacy by our staff maintains significant contact with the Vermont Legislature, coordinating testimony and monitoring legislation important to out members and our industry.
Benefits:
* Low cost, high visibility.
* Multiple page listings at no extra charge for members.
* Multiple links to your web site at no extra charge.
* Free Recreation events posting (Outdoor Education, Women's Events, and General Recreation)
* Posting of your News & Announcements
* Help with risk management. - (Request our risk management sample forms)
* Referrals
* Free Job Listings
* Industry Information Resource (Access to land and waterways, travel data, and more)
* Government Monitoring and Advocacy by our staff maintains significant contact with the Vermont Legislature, coordinating testimony and monitoring legislation important to out members and our industry.
Insurance for your Outdoor Recreation Based Business
VOGA is partnering with Cross Current Insurance, an insurance brokerage, as they expand their services to offer coverage for nearly all outdoor activities including Guides & Outfitters, Lodges & Resorts, Manufacturers & Distributors, Retail & E-Commerce, Nonprofits & Associations, Outdoor Enthusiasts and Charter Boats.
Although they were born out of the fly fishing industry, now they have insurance products to protect any business type and focus on the outdoor sporting industry. They blend their insurance experience with their passion for adventure in the great outdoors to bring a unique insight into insuring your business. Check them out and start saving on your insurance coverage.
Services From Our Partners
Here at ExtremeTerrain, we respect the integrity of the landscape we live, drive and play on, and strive to leave the trails we enjoy better than we found them. For this reason we are pleased to launch the Clean Trail Grant program.
Travel Service
Connecting travelers to authentic and exciting experiences.
NaviTour is coming to Vermont - will you join us?
We are a one-stop platform connecting travelers to authentic and exciting experiences delivered by local experts LIKE YOU who enjoy sharing all their community has to offer. NaviTour offers a space for guides to organize your entire experience, from customization to payment to guest reviews. By helping guides streamline the support, sales, and marketing process, you can focus more on the relationship and unique value you bring to the customer, destination, and community.
Email or call if you want to chat: shay.bellas@navitour.com (207) 200-5149 or visit www.navitour.com and sign up today!
We are a one-stop platform connecting travelers to authentic and exciting experiences delivered by local experts LIKE YOU who enjoy sharing all their community has to offer. NaviTour offers a space for guides to organize your entire experience, from customization to payment to guest reviews. By helping guides streamline the support, sales, and marketing process, you can focus more on the relationship and unique value you bring to the customer, destination, and community.
Email or call if you want to chat: shay.bellas@navitour.com (207) 200-5149 or visit www.navitour.com and sign up today!
Discounts for VOGA members.
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An exclusive online marketplace for Outdoor leaders that grants substantial discounts on 80+ top brands.
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Outdoorly is your way to access insider deals for the VOGA community. We've partnered with them to make sure that has a pro, you're getting the discounts you deserve. We are stoked to have you onboard! Visit: https://pros.outdoorly.com/voga
Outdoorly is your way to access insider deals for the VOGA community. We've partnered with them to make sure that has a pro, you're getting the discounts you deserve. We are stoked to have you onboard! Visit: https://pros.outdoorly.com/voga
The Vermont Outdoor Business Alliance is a statewide nonprofit organization that works to educate Vermonters about outdoor recreation and to educate businesses about business development, collaboration opportunities, and outdoor recreation economy policy. VOBA’s network of outdoor businesses and organizations are dedicated to strengthening, expanding, attracting, and retaining outdoor recreation businesses in Vermont.
Many Thanks to Our Sponsors
Jackson's Lodge
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VT Forests, Parks & Recreation
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R & L Archery
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VT Dept. of Tourism and Marketing
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VT Legislature
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VT Fish and Wildlife
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US Dept. of Agriculture
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VT Sustainable Jobs Fund
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