Hoteliers, innkeepers, outfitters and other tourism-related businesses can attend the Tourism Partnership Forum, a free event that will be held at the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center on from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, March 7.

The registration deadline is March 1.

The focus of this year’s forum, through the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center, is the value of regional partnerships. The purpose of this forum is to continue preparation for the World Kayking Championships by creating an inventory of activities in the region. The Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center is located off N.C. 28 in Graham County, about halfway between Bryson City and Fontana Dam.

828.479.3364 or kate@stecoahvalleycenter.com.