Salute to Conservation & Mountain Hunting Expo

Banquet Tickets Are Now on Sale

February 25–27, 2027
Penticton Trade and Convention Centre
Penticton, British Columbia

Join the Wild Sheep Society of British Columbia for Canada’s premier gathering of mountain hunters, outdoor enthusiasts and conservation supporters.

Three unforgettable days will bring together leading experts, premium outdoor brands, practical mountain-hunting education, outstanding auctions, inspiring films and photography, and a community committed to wild sheep and wild places.

Whether you are an experienced mountain hunter, preparing for your first backcountry adventure, interested in the latest equipment or passionate about wildlife conservation, there is a place for you in Penticton.

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Exibitor Information

Where Mountain Hunting Meets Conservation

The Salute to Conservation and Mountain Hunting Expo is more than an outdoor show. It is an opportunity to learn, connect, celebrate and directly support wild sheep conservation throughout British Columbia.

The 2027 event will feature:

The Salute to Conservation evening events
The Mountain Hunting Expo
Sheep Hunter University
The Wild Sheep Media Festival
The Ram Awards
Live and online auctions
Leading outdoor brands, outfitters and conservation partners
Educational seminars and practical demonstrations
Opportunities to connect with mountain hunters and conservation supporters from across North America

Come for the gear, knowledge and experiences. Leave knowing that your participation is helping make meaningful conservation work possible.

Choose Your Experience

Salute to Conservation

The Salute to Conservation brings our community together for two extraordinary evenings celebrating wild sheep, mountain hunting and conservation.

Guests will enjoy outstanding meals, remarkable auction opportunities, conservation presentations, entertainment and the opportunity to spend time with people who share a commitment to wild sheep and the landscapes they depend upon.

Space is limited, and advance registration is strongly recommended.

Mountain Hunting Expo

Friday, February 26 and Saturday, February 27

Explore an exhibit hall filled with the latest mountain-hunting equipment, optics, packs, apparel, firearms, backcountry essentials, artwork, taxidermy, outdoor services and adventure opportunities.

The Mountain Hunting Expo brings together respected manufacturers, retailers, outfitters, conservation organizations and industry professionals from across Canada and beyond.

If it is connected to mountain hunting, outdoor adventure or wild sheep conservation, you will find it at the Mountain Hunting Expo.

DAY PASSES GO ON SALE February 1, 2027.

Sheep Hunter University

Learn from experienced mountain hunters, industry professionals and conservation experts through practical seminars and demonstrations designed to help you become better prepared for the mountains.

Topics will include hunting strategies, physical and mental preparation, gear selection, firearms, optics, field skills, backcountry nutrition, trophy care and other essential elements of a successful mountain hunt.

Sheep Hunter University is valuable for experienced hunters and those preparing for their first mountain adventure.

The complete 2027 seminar schedule will be announced as speakers and presentations are confirmed.

Wild Sheep Media Festival

The Wild Sheep Media Festival celebrates the photographers, filmmakers and writers who bring the stories of wild sheep, wild places and mountain hunting to life.

The 2027 festival includes the following categories:

Photographer of the Year
Film of the Year
Writer of the Year
Youth Photographer of the Year

Festival winners and selected submissions will be recognized during the event on Saturday, February 27.

Ram Awards

Join us on Thursday, February 25 as we recognize exceptional wild sheep and celebrate the hunters, stories and traditions connected to these remarkable animals.

The Ram Awards provide a special opening to the weekend and an opportunity to honour the experiences that inspire our commitment to wild sheep conservation.

Conservation in Action

Every ticket purchased and every auction bid helps support the conservation work of the Wild Sheep Society of British Columbia.

WSSBC invests in projects and initiatives that include:

Wild sheep habitat enhancement
Prescribed fire
Disease research and management
Population monitoring and inventory work
Wild sheep translocations
Predator management
Conservation education
Science-based wildlife management
Advocacy for wild sheep and their habitat

Your participation in the Salute to Conservation and Mountain Hunting Expo helps turn a memorable weekend into meaningful action for wild sheep.

An Event for Everyone

You do not need to be a sheep hunter to be part of this event.

Whether you are an experienced mountain hunter, preparing for your first adventure, attending with your family or simply passionate about wildlife conservation, there is a place for you at this event.

Tickets and Registration

Tickets and event packages are now on sale.

Some activities and evening functions have limited capacity. Guests are encouraged to register early to secure their preferred tickets and begin making their travel arrangements.

Mountain Hunting Expo day passes and weekend passes are available February 1, 2027.

Live and Online Auctions

The 2027 Salute to Conservation will feature live auctions on Friday, February 26 and Saturday, February 27.

Auction offerings will include exceptional hunts, outdoor equipment, artwork and other unique experiences generously provided by WSSBC donors and conservation partners.

Auction items will be added as they are confirmed. Guests who plan to participate online should register and obtain bidder approval in advance.

Book Your Stay

Special accommodation rates are available for WSSBC guests at two Penticton hotels.

Penticton Lakeside Resort

Group code: WSSBC2027

Four Points by Sheraton Penticton

903 Vernon Avenue
Penticton, British Columbia

Special group rates range from $149 to $164 CAD per night, subject to availability.

The last day to book through the WSSBC room block is Wednesday, January 20, 2027.

Planning Your Visit

Overall event dates: February 25–27, 2027
Mountain Hunting Expo: February 26–27, 2027
Location: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre
Address: 273 Power Street, Penticton, British Columbia

The complete event schedule, speaker lineup, seminar program, exhibitors and auction offerings will be released as they are confirmed.

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