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Event overview
Overview
The Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals Conference and Trade Show is set to take place from January 26 to 29, 2027, at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort in Fairmont, USA.
This conference aims to promote high standards within the horticulture, arboriculture, pesticide, and irrigation industries through education, partnerships, and networking.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders and gain insights into the latest practices and innovations.
TL;DR
- 1Scale and Focus: This event focuses on the turf, ornamental, and pest management sectors, providing educational opportunities and networking.
- 2Organiser: Hosted by the Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals, more information can be found at amtopp.org.
- 3Buyer Authority: Attendees include professionals from the horticulture, arboriculture, and pest management industries.
- 4Entry: Registration details and fees can be found on the official website.
- 5Location: Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals Conference and Trade Show takes place in Fairmont, USA. Venue: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Scheduled 2027-01-26 to 2027-01-29.
Why visit
Attendees will benefit from networking opportunities with industry professionals, access to educational sessions, and insights into the latest trends in turf and pest management. This event is essential for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and connections in the horticulture and pest management sectors.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will gain visibility among key decision-makers in the turf and ornamental industries, opportunities to showcase their products and services, and the chance to network with potential clients and partners. This is a prime opportunity to establish connections and enhance brand recognition within the sector.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Landscape professionals seeking new products and services
Pest management specialists looking for the latest solutions
Horticulturists interested in networking and education
Arborists focusing on tree care and management
Irrigation specialists seeking innovative technologies
Government and regulatory representatives in the green industry
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of turf management equipment
Suppliers of pest control products and services
Providers of landscaping materials and services
Companies offering irrigation solutions
Educational institutions focusing on horticulture
Consultants in pest management and landscape design
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Turf management equipment and supplies
Pest control products and services
Irrigation systems and components
Landscaping materials and tools
Educational resources for horticulture professionals
Tree care and maintenance products
Location & Facilities
Venue
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
1500 Fairmont Rd, Fairmont, MT
Facilities
Parking
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort in Fairmont typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Fairmont Hot Springs Resort in Fairmont typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
General admission
Exhibitor Space for each conference
575
Who runs the show
Organisers
Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Fairmont, USA
Why it matters
Attending Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals Conference and Trade Show on 2027-01-26 to 2027-01-29 in Fairmont lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Quality Inn Fairmont
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Fairmont2-star hotel with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, air conditioning, pet-friendly, full-service laundry and accessible facilities; guest rating 3.5 from 602 reviews.
Super 8 by Wyndham Fairmont
budget
Fairmont1-star hotel with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, restaurant, golf, air conditioning, pet-friendly and accessible facilities; guest rating 3.8.
Days Inn by Wyndham Fairmont
budget
Fairmont2-star hotel with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly, kid-friendly and accessible facilities; guest rating 3.6.
Hampton Inn Fairmont
midscale
Fairmont3-star hotel with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, fitness center, air conditioning, pet-friendly and accessible facilities; guest rating 4.3.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Rental car
Estimated costApprox. USD 45-90 per day for a compact winter-ready car; confirm with the rental desk
Best forBert Mooney Airport (BTM) to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
Most practical option for a remote resort venue. Winter tyres or all-season tread and a scraper are worth asking about at pickup. Confirm rates live before booking.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD 45-70 one way from Butte; more from Anaconda depending on routing
Best forButte or Anaconda to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
Book ahead rather than expecting a cab to be waiting outside the resort. Approximate band only; confirm with the local operator on the day.
Rideshare
Estimated costApprox. USD 40-70 from Butte when a driver is available
Best forButte, Anaconda and Bozeman pickups toward Fairmont
Coverage in rural southwest Montana is thin and waits can be long, especially late at night. Do not build an airport transfer plan on rideshare alone.
Hotel or venue shuttle
Estimated costOften complimentary or a small fee; ask the property
Best forProperty shuttle between Fairmont-area hotels and the resort
Not all Fairmont-area hotels run a shuttle and schedules change with the season. Confirm the service exists for your dates before relying on it.
Driving from Bozeman or Missoula
Estimated costFuel only; plan on roughly USD 25-45 each way depending on the vehicle
Best forBZN or MSO to Fairmont Hot Springs via I-90
I-90 through the Jefferson Valley is the main corridor. Check Montana road conditions before setting out and keep a winter kit in the car.
Parking at the venue
Estimated costOn-site parking is available; confirm current rates with the resort
Best forFairmont Hot Springs Resort on-site car park
Useful for exhibitors unloading display material. Ask where freight vehicles should stage rather than blocking the main entrance.
taxi
Estimated costUSD 35-75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forHelena Regional Airport (HLN) to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
taxi
Estimated costUSD 35-75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forBozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
Weather
Late January in Fairmont, Montana sits in deep winter. Extension weather captures for the event window returned no usable local forecast rows (weather.gov showed only national alerts), so no temperature or rainfall figures are published here; check a local forecast for the resort area before packing. Expect cold-season conditions and pack layers, insulated outerwear and footwear suitable for snow or ice.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Dress for a resort conference
Smart casual is the norm at a Montana resort meeting: collared shirts and trousers or clean jeans for sessions, a warm layer for chilly meeting rooms, and boots or sturdy shoes for icy paths. Formal business dress is rare, but exhibitors staffing a table usually step up one level from the audience.
Tipping and small-town service
Restaurant and bar tipping at 15 to 20 percent is standard in Montana, and a dollar or two per bag for hotel staff is normal. Outside the resort, dining and services are limited, so staffed businesses in Butte and Anaconda handle a lot of the surrounding demand.
Winter driving and road reports
Local drivers treat I-90 as the only real artery between Butte, Fairmont and Bozeman. Signage and state road reports are the accepted source of truth on closures, and it is normal for a journey to be re-planned around a storm rather than driven through it. Allow extra time and keep the car fuelled.
Altitude and dry air
The resort sits close to 5,000 feet in the northern Rockies, and January air is dry. Delegates arriving the same day often notice headaches or disturbed sleep, so water, lip balm and a slow first evening are more useful than a packed social schedule.
Hot springs etiquette
The property is a hot springs resort, so the pools are a working part of the visit. Shower before soaking, keep glass away from the water, hydrate more than you think you need, and treat the pools as a short soak rather than a long session after a day of talks.
Resort setting, limited nightlife
Fairmont is ranch and valley country, not a city with a bar district. Evenings tend to stay inside the property, with the group dinner and hotel lounge carrying the conversation, so plan your networking around the programme rather than around town.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Captured fare samples are US domestic city pairs from Google Flights with non-event dates; use them only as a rough price benchmark. Search flights to the airport serving Fairmont, West Virginia, for 26-29 January 2027 and confirm ground transfer separately.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Fairmont; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Fairmont Hot Springs Resort: Fairmont: Quality Inn Fairmont; Fairmont: Super 8 by Wyndham Fairmont; Fairmont: Days Inn by Wyndham Fairmont.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Fairmont; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: There is no fixed-route public bus or rail service to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, and transit agencies in Butte and Anaconda do not run scheduled lines out to the property. Attendees arrive by rental car, pre-booked taxi or a shuttle arranged with the hotel. If you are landing at Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) in Butte, the realistic option is a taxi or rental car for the roughly 25 to 35 minute drive via I-90; from Bozeman (BZN) or Missoula (MSO) it is a drive of about 1 hour 45 minutes. Confirm any resort shuttle for your arrival window before you travel, and check Montana road conditions in winter. Approximate taxi fare from Butte is USD 45-70 one way; confirm the live fare locally.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January
Temperature: Typical late-January range at Fairmont, Montana: daytime highs about 28-38 F (minus 2 to 3 C), overnight lows about 8-18 F (minus 13 to minus 8 C). The resort sits close to 5,000 feet in the northern Rockies, so a sunny afternoon can still feel sharp and a cold front can move the numbers far below these bands. Treat these as climatological guidance only and check a local forecast in the final week before travel.
Seasonality: January is deep winter here: precipitation in the valley usually arrives as snow rather than rain, with occasional freezing drizzle and icy patches on roads, steps and car parks. Snowfall can be heavy in the surrounding mountains while the valley floor gets less, and a clear, very cold spell is as likely as an active storm cycle. Pack footwear with grip, a warm hat and gloves, and allow extra time for the airport-to-resort drive; confirm the forecast and road conditions before setting out.
Packing: Winter layers, insulated jacket, gloves and footwear for snow or ice; confirm the local forecast close to travel because captures did not return a usable January climate table for Fairmont, Montana.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals Conference and Trade Show usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
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confirm the final dates and your registration status on https://amtopp.org/schedule, and print or save the confirmation email for the registration desk.
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book the flight into Bert Mooney (BTM) if connections work, otherwise price Helena (HLN) and Bozeman (BZN) and compare the extra drive against the fare difference.
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reserve a rental car at the arrival airport. Winter fleets in southwest Montana are small and same-week walk-up rates are rarely kind.
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confirm your room at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort or one of the Fairmont-area hotels, and check the cancellation window in case a winter storm changes your routing.
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check that your winter coat, insulated boots, gloves and a warm layer for session rooms are ready; the venue is close to 5,000 feet and January nights drop well below freezing.
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download the Montana road condition app or bookmark the state 511 service, and save the I-90 corridor route between your airport and Fairmont.
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re-check the programme page for session start times so you can plan arrival the night before rather than the morning of.
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confirm with the resort whether airport transfers or a local shuttle exist for your arrival window, and pre-book a taxi from Butte if not.
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watch the local forecast and travel advisories for the Butte, Anaconda and Bozeman corridor; a single storm day can change a 30 minute drive into a much longer one.
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pack cold-weather extras, a refillable water bottle for the dry high-altitude air, and a swimsuit if you plan to use the hot springs pools after sessions.
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check in for your flight, print your hotel and car confirmations, and note the resort address rather than relying on mobile signal in the valley.
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charge devices, load the schedule offline, and leave buffer time on the final drive so a closed pass or icy stretch does not cost you the opening session.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals Conference and Trade Show registration concourse
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$230.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$380.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
USD 575 / per person
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| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | USD 575 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals Conference and Trade Show fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is AMTOPP and where does the meeting take place?
AMTOPP is the conference series published at amtopp.org, and this listing is anchored at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort in Fairmont, Montana, a single-site resort property on the I-90 corridor between Butte and Anaconda. Because the meeting is residential, sessions, lodging and dining sit on the same grounds. Programme specifics live on the official schedule page at https://amtopp.org/schedule.
What dates should I plan around for the 2027 edition?
The hotel and flight captures used to build this listing were run for 26-29 January 2027, so treat that as the working window. Confirm the final dates on https://amtopp.org/schedule before you buy non-refundable air tickets or lock a hotel rate, since small resort conferences sometimes shift a day at each end.
How much does exhibitor space cost at AMTOPP?
The captured registration pricing block lists USD 575 of exhibitor space for each conference running at the venue. Ask the organiser what the fee covers, such as table size, chairs, power drop and listing in the programme, and confirm the current figure before paying, because pricing pages for small conferences are updated between editions.
Is there a separate visitor or day ticket?
The pricing data captured for this listing shows a single USD 575 figure labelled as exhibitor space for each conference, and no separate day-pass or visitor rate was captured. If you only want to attend talks or walk the exhibition, contact the organiser through amtopp.org to ask whether a non-exhibiting attendee rate exists this year.
Which airport is closest to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort?
Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) in Butte is the closest commercial field, roughly 25 to 35 minutes by car depending on winter road conditions. Helena (HLN) is about 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes away, Bozeman (BZN) and Missoula (MSO) are each roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, and Bozeman carries the largest airline schedule if you are flying in from outside the region.
Do I need a rental car for this conference?
Plan on one. The resort sits outside town on the I-90 corridor, rideshare coverage in rural southwest Montana is thin and unpredictable, and there is no scheduled bus link from Butte, Anaconda or the airports to the property. Rental desks operate at BTM and BZN; book early for late January because winter demand and limited fleets tighten availability.
Can I reach the venue by public transport?
No fixed-route public transit serves Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. The practical options are a rental car, a pre-booked taxi or shuttle from Butte, or a hotel shuttle if the property offers one during your dates. Confirm any shuttle directly with the resort before you rely on it for an evening arrival.
What will the weather be like in late January?
Expect deep winter. Typical late-January conditions at this elevation are daytime highs near 28 to 38 F (about minus 2 to 3 C) and overnight lows near 8 to 18 F (about minus 13 to minus 8 C), with snow far more likely than rain. The resort sits close to 5,000 feet, so pack insulated layers, boots with grip and gloves, and check a local forecast and Montana road reports in the final 48 hours before travel.
Where should I stay during the show?
Staying on site at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort removes the daily drive and is the simplest choice for an early first session. Captured alternatives in the Fairmont area include Hampton Inn Fairmont, Quality Inn Fairmont, Days Inn by Wyndham Fairmont and Super 8 by Wyndham Fairmont, all with free parking; Butte and Anaconda add more rooms roughly 25 to 35 minutes away by car.
Is parking available at the venue?
Yes, on-site parking is available at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, and the Fairmont-area hotels captured for this listing advertise free parking. Confirm current day rates and where exhibitors should unload freight with the resort or organiser before you arrive, especially if you are bringing display material.
What can attendees do outside session hours?
The venue is a hot springs resort, so the pools are the obvious off-hours option after a day of talks, and the surrounding area is open ranch and mountain country with limited nightlife. Because the property is remote, most evenings revolve around the resort itself, which makes the opening reception and shared meals part of the networking rather than an optional extra.
How do I get the latest programme or price changes?
Check https://amtopp.org/schedule for the programme and the organiser's registration pages for pricing and deadlines. This listing was built from captured hotel, flight and pricing data plus the organiser domain; anything not published there, such as a session timetable or a deadline extension, should be confirmed directly with the organiser.
Glossary
- AMTOPP
- The acronym the organiser uses for this conference series on amtopp.org. Use it as the search term when looking up the programme, registration terms and exhibitor pricing on the official site (https://amtopp.org/schedule).
- Co-located conference
- The registration material behind this listing prices exhibitor space 'for each conference', which indicates more than one conference runs inside the same dates at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Check the schedule page to see which conference block your paper, badge or table belongs to before you book travel.
- Exhibitor space
- The paid footprint an exhibiting organisation reserves in the meeting space. The captured pricing block for this edition shows USD 575 of exhibitor space for each conference; confirm what the fee includes (table, chairs, power, listed signage) with the organiser before paying.
- Technical session
- A scheduled block of talks or papers inside the programme, typically grouped by topic and led by a session chair. Sessions are the core of the day at a residential resort conference, so plan arrival around the first morning block rather than the opening reception alone.
- Programme (schedule page)
- The official timetable at https://amtopp.org/schedule. It is the only reliable place to confirm start and end dates, session order and any change to the January 2027 window used for hotel and flight planning in this listing.
- Registration desk
- Where badges are issued at the venue. At a single-venue resort meeting the desk is normally open before the first session on day one; arrive early on the opening morning because check-in competes with hotel front-desk queues.
- Resort conference venue
- A property where meeting rooms, lodging and dining sit on one site. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort works this way, so attendees can walk from guest rooms to sessions without a daily commute, and there is no separate exhibition hall district to navigate.
- BTM
- IATA code for Bert Mooney Airport in Butte, Montana, the closest commercial airport to Fairmont Hot Springs. Small regional field with limited daily rotations and on-site rental cars; winter weather can delay or divert flights.
- BZN
- IATA code for Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the largest schedule in the region and a common alternative when Butte connections do not work. Roughly a 1 hour 45 minute drive to the resort via I-90 in good conditions.
- I-90 corridor
- The interstate that links Butte, Fairmont and Bozeman through southwest Montana. Almost all airport-to-resort driving uses it, and Montana road conditions on this corridor in late January decide whether a 30 minute leg becomes a much longer one.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Association of Montana Turf, Ornamental, and Pest Professionals Conference and T
- Association
- Association 2027
- Association Fairmont
- Association Fairmont 2027
- Montana Turf
- Montana Turf 2027
- Montana Turf Fairmont
- Montana Turf Fairmont 2027
- Ornamental
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