S'PORT SOLUTIONS

Planning a sports event? Consider the latest event concept: "sport tourism", combining the finest local sports facilities with local and regional tourism and recreational, active-living opportunities  S'Port Alberni has something for everyone--and the  accommodations, amenities and local expertise to make your next sport event transform into a S'Port tourism S'Pectacular!

Refer to the checklist link below to get started with planning details.

EVENT PLANNING CHECKLIST

6 to 12 Months Ahead

___ Decide event purpose (competition, raise funds, promotion, etc.)
___ Choose a sport tourism theme
___ Visit/contact potential sites 
      ü     Select S'Port Alberni as "Destination Central" 
___ Research/appoint an event coordinator/manager
___ Research/select committees/chairpersons
___ Chairperson forms subcommittees
___ Get cost estimates (site/facility rental, food, sound/lights, etc.)
___ Get recommendations for tourism venues/area attractions
___ Get bids for advertising/banners/decorations
___ Get bids for design/printing
___ Get bids for other major items (accommodations, transportation etc.)
___ Finance committee drafts initial budget
___ Decide on admission cost/costs to athletes etc.
___ Create sponsorship amounts/levels
___ List items to be underwritten and possible sources
___ Research/approach honorees/celebrities etc.
___ Compile mailing list (individuals/businesses)
___ Check proposed date for potential conflicts, finalize date in writing
___ Get written contracts for site, tourism attractions, entertainment, etc.
___ Consider pre-party event for publicity or underwriting organizations/sources
___ Invite/confirm VIPs
___ Pick graphic artist; begin invitation design
___ Create logo for event with graphic artist
___ Order event announcements
___ Set marketing/public relations schedule
___ Develop press release and calendar listings
___ Select photographer; arrange for photos of VIPs, chairmen, honorees
___ Get biographical information on VIPs, celebrities, honorees, chairmen
___ Investigate need for special permits, licenses, insurance, etc.

Complete Event Planning Checklist (from Great Event.com)

Your total sport tourism solution-- S'Port Alberni-- We're Onto It!