AAAS 2026: What Every Adventure Tourism Operator Needs to Know
Presented by Lori Modde, CEO of Outdoors NSW & ACT and Chair at Outdoor Council of Australia
Wednesday 15th October 2026 | Time 12.00-1.00pm
The Australian Adventure Activity Standard (AAAS) is evolving and so are the expectations of operators, insurers, land managers and regulators.
Whether you’re delivering guided walks, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, school programs or multi-activity adventures, understanding the latest changes to the AAAS is essential for managing risk, demonstrating due diligence, protecting your insurance and strengthening your business.
Join Lori Modde, CEO of Outdoors NSW & ACT and Chair of the Outdoor Council of Australia, for a practical webinar that unpacks what has changed, why it matters, and what adventure tourism operators should be doing now.
During this session we’ll explore:
- The key updates emerging from the 2026 AAAS review.
- What the shift from a leader-focused to a provider-focused approach means for your organisation.
- How the standards support safer operations and stronger organisational governance.
- The relationship between the AAAS, risk management and insurance.
- Common misconceptions about compliance and “best practice”.
- Practical steps you can take now to prepare your organisation for the future.
- Whether you’re an experienced operator or reviewing your systems for the first time, this webinar will help you understand how the AAAS can become more than a compliance requirement, it can be a strategic tool for building safer, more resilient and more insurable businesses.
Ideal for: Adventure tourism operators, outdoor education providers, activity providers, guides, activity managers, business owners, risk managers and anyone responsible for delivering adventure activities.
