The Green Adventure and Garden Expo
Go Wild Grow Wild was launched on April 18, 2015 with over 80 exhibitors and partners. As a first time event, the response was incredible with 1,700 attendees, 14,000 unique web visitors, 20 workshops, demos and interactive exhibits, a climbing wall, native plant sale and a hugely popular Junior Adventures program with 8 booths and workshops designed for youth.
What People Had to Say About Go Wild Grow Wild 2015!
"This show is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to engage with a very targeted audience interested in adventure and outdoor tourism"
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“Great vendors, local interests, and target market”
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“Great energy and enthusiastic talks”
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“...amazing people and networking”
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“Awesome crowd and turnout”
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“Well targeted audience”
92% of attendees were inspired to participate in more nature-based recreation
77% of attendees want to get involved in more habitat projects
Photos: Owen Williams
Go Wild Grow Wild Stayed Strong in 2016!
Volunteer Support at GWGW 2016
GWGW experienced an overwhelming response from the community. Volunteers across many demographics came out to support our expo. University of Western Ontario Master’s of Environment and Sustainability Program students, East Elgin Secondary School’s Environmental Leadership Program and many keen adults from across the community assisted staff in delivering a quality expo. A large number of our volunteers came from Catholic Central Secondary School. Lead by two amazing teachers, Ms. Veronica Sferrazza and Dan Vanlieshout, gathered 25 students to come out for the day!!! We are so very thankful to the dedication and support from all of our volunteers! We look forward to working with you again!
Partner Profile
GWGW has been very fortunate to connect with over 114 partners and sponsors for the 2016 expo. We are looking forward to building on this support to make 2017 to inspire people to Get Active and Go Green! One of those partners, Ontario NativeScape has supported the development and implementation of the Wild Child passport. Expanded this year from their support and other partners, our Wild Child program was able to offer a passport program listing 10 booths geared for youth, and 8 special features including birds of prey and reptiles at risk shows, a climbing wall, story-time and so much more. Thank you Ontario NativeScape for your support! We are thankful to all of our partners who continue to support GWGW and make it a success.