Taking place July 17-18, 2026, RMEF Basecamp serves as the central gathering place of RMEF Big Game Days, bringing hunters, conservationists, families, and industry-leading brands together to celebrate conservation, innovation, and hunting heritage.
Whether you’re meeting your favorite instructors, checking out new gear, introducing the next generation to conservation, or scoring retail gear, RMEF Basecamp delivers an immersive, family-friendly experience built for the hunting community.
Hosted as part of RMEF Big Game Days, Basecamp furthers RMEF’s mission to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat, and our hunting heritage—bringing that mission to life in one central, high-energy destination.
Open to the public.
General Information
- Event Time:
Friday, July 17th 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday, July 18th 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Location: 5705 Grant Creek Rd, Missoula, MT 59808
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HQ Events Include
- Industry Partner Booths
- Youth Conservation Event
- Live Stage - Featuring an Elk Talk Podcast & OutdoorClass Panel
- Food Trucks
- Shop RMEF Sidewalk Sale
- Industry Professionals will be on-site
About RMEF
Founded in 1984, the RMEF is dedicated to ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat, and our hunting heritage. Through Big Game Days, RMEF brings together the people and brands driving conservation forward — one square mile at a time.