2026 Recreation Gathering Registration Form
Deadline to Register: September 30th
About the Gathering:
Location: Whitehorse, Yukon
We’re excited to bring the Recreation Gathering back to Whitehorse for 2026!
Join recreation leaders, practitioners, and community members from across the Yukon for several days of learning, connection, and shared experiences.
The Gathering is hosted in partnership with the Yukon Government Sport and Recreation Branch and will take place on the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council.
Schedule:
The schedule is now posted! See Detailed Schedule
Tuesday, October 6th
- Travel day for participants coming from rural Yukon communities
- Evening welcome bonfire at Robert Service Campground with snacks and refreshments
Wednesday, October 7th
- Full day of sessions and activities
- Evening swim at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs
Thursday, October 8th
- Full day of sessions and activities
- Late afternoon glass blowing at Lumel Studios
- Awards Dinner at MacBride Museum
Friday, October 9th
- Travel day for participants returning to rural Yukon communities
Registration Fees:
- Gathering Registration Fee - $100
- Individual RPAY Membership - $15, if required
- If you do not currently have one, the membership fee will be added to your registration.
- All RPAY memberships expire on August 31st each year, regardless of the date purchased.
- Accommodation Fee - $130 total, if required
- Includes three nights of accommodation at the Gold Rush Inn for participants travelling from outside Whitehorse.
- Optional activities:
- Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs - $10
- Glass blowing at Lumel Studios - $10
Registration fees have increased this year to help offset rising event costs. If cost is a barrier for participants travelling from rural communities, please reach out to us as we may be able to provide support.