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SUMMARY:Vermont Conference on Parks\, Trails\, and Recreation
DESCRIPTION:This two-day annual event hosts dozens of workshops and networking workshops for volunteer and professional trail and recreation managers. Check back soon for more information.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/vermont-conference-on-parks-trails-and-recreation/
LOCATION:Killington Grand Hotel\, 228 E Mountain Road\, Killington\, VT\, 05751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:PARKS & RECREATION ADA BOOTCAMP
DESCRIPTION:Recreation is more than a pastime\, it’s an integral part of the human experience\, with widespread advantages in preventing\, alleviating\, and managing disability and chronic conditions. \nThat’s why the Great Plains ADA Center is excited to extend an invitation to the Parks & Recreation ADA Bootcamp\, happening August 12th to 15th\, 2025 at the Harkin Institute in Des Moines\, IA.  Registration is limited to the first 60 registrants! \nThis four-day event is designed to empower participants to become leaders in accessible recreation within their state or local organizations. With a focus on accessible recreation\, this bootcamp is tailored for a diverse audience\, spanning Title II and III entities under the ADA\, along with other participants passionate about accessible recreation. Participants will experience an immersive learning journey that covers legal responsibilities\, the intricacies of inclusive design\, and best practices in accessible recreation. \nWhy attend? \nExpert-led sessions. Learn from leading professionals in accessible recreation. \nInteractive off-site field trips. Apply concepts through hands-on experiences in real-world settings. \nOptional certification advancement opportunities. Earn 22 elective credits for certification success through ACTCP\, making significant progress toward certification or enhancing your current role as an ADA Coordinator. \nEveryone’s welcome. Whether pursuing ACTCP certification\, looking to deepen your knowledge as an ADA Coordinator\, or simply eager to expand your understanding\, this event is for you. \nPlus\, an added dose of fun to make your learning experience truly memorable! \nRegistration Deadline is July 11\, 2025 or when the event is sold out; whichever comes first.  Only 60 seats available! \nCancellations must be received prior to July 11th to qualify for a 90% refund.  Cancellations received/requested after July 11th are not eligible for refunds. \nSubstitutions can be made at any time at no additional charge.  ADA accommodation requests for substitute attendees made after July 11th will be provided if possible\, but are not guaranteed.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/parks-recreation-ada-bootcamp/
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SUMMARY:Conference on Parks\, Trails\, and Recreation Workshop Proposals due March 22
DESCRIPTION:EDUCATION SESSION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS\n\nProposal Link\n82nd Annual Vermont Conference on Parks\, Trails\, & Recreation\nHosted by Vermont Recreation and Parks Association (VRPA) & VTGC\nWednesday & Thursday\, October 8th & 9th\, 2025\nKillington Grand Hotel & Resort\, Killington\, VT\n\n\n\nQuestions: VRPA Executive Director\, Jessica Brodie\, at Jessica@vrpa.org or 802-952-0030 or VTGC Program Manager\, Sharon Plumb\, at Sharon@Vermonttgc.org or 802-223-2190.\n\n\nWho attends the conference? \nThe Conference is geared towards the volunteers and staff who make recreation\, parks\, and trails possible for all people:: \n\n\nThe grittiest hands-on volunteers and staff who lead programs\, build trails\, manage state and municipal parks\, waterways\, pools\, tennis courts\, disc golf and other public outdoor recreation assets;\nExecutive directors and board members who lead non-profits of all sizes that manage parks\, trails\, and recreation assets;\nFundraising and communications volunteers and staff who write grants\, recruit members\, and tell the story of ‘why’ our state’s recreation assets are so critical to peoples’ wellbeing\, community vitality\, and Vermont’s economy;\nConservation organizations who want to help make sure Vermont’s trails are sustainably built\, resilient to climate change;\nProgram leaders and organizations advancing access to Vermont’s recreation assets for people of all abilities\, BIPOC\, LGBQT+;\nMunicipal leaders\, regional planners\, and state agencies who advocate for the sustainable advancement of Vermont’s recreation assets.\nAnyone else who cares about parks\, trails\, and recreation.\n\nWe anticipate in 2025\, more than 175 people will participate from all corners of Vermont and beyond.\n\nWhat types of workshops are we looking for? \nA great conference has something for everyone. We are looking for workshops that will help the volunteers and professionals who steward our parks\, trails\, and recreation assets – – the executive directors and decision-makers as well as the volunteers who lead programs and build trails and everyone in between – – do their work better. \nVTGC and VRPA membership organizations are looking for workshops that include elements of:\n\n\nBoard and organizational development;\nProgram & Event development & management;\nElevating communications\, membership\, recruitment\, and fundraising;\nAsset management (trail building\, park management\, etc.);\nStakeholder engagement;\nRegional\, cross-organization\, municipal\, and statewide collaborations;\nResponding to climate change emergencies;\nPersonnel opportunities and challenges\, Workforce development;\nStrategic planning\, long-term visioning\, and program development;\nAdvancing equity;\n…and more!\n\n\n\nIf you have developed a new angle on a program that you think others might like to replicate\, have a method for bringing stakeholder groups together\, or a unique way that you have raised funds in your community\, chances are there are others that might like to learn about it.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/conference-on-parks-trails-and-recreation-workshop-proposals-due-march-21/
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SUMMARY:Conference on Parks\, Trails\, and Recreation Seeks Presenters
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Proposals Due March 7\nWe are excited to co-host the 82nd Vermont Conference on Parks\, Trails\, and Recreation\, Vermont’s premier networking and skill-building event. We anticipate this year’s conference could attract up to 200 volunteers and professional leaders\, administrative staff\, fundraisers\, program directors\, and field staff who manage municipal programs and facilities\, run summer camps and pool programs\, build and maintain trails\, and improve access to recreation throughout Vermont. Do you run a unique program or have a skill set you’d like to share with others? We are actively recruiting presenters for dozens of workshops. Check out the RFP here and submit online. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/conference-on-parks-trails-and-recreation-seeks-presenters/
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SUMMARY:Vermont Trails Symposium 2024
DESCRIPTION:81st Vermont Conference on Recreation + Trails Symposium: September 25 & 26\, 2024\n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to join forces with the Vermont Recreation and Parks Association (VRPA) to host this two-day conference dedicated to trail and recreation professionals and volunteers. With more than two dozen education and networking events\, there’s something for everyone – from the grittiest trail worker to the volunteer town trails board member. View the full education session schedule here. \nNick Bennette (VMBA) & Jeff Alexander (Vermont Adaptive) will be leading ‘Enhancing Trail Accessibility: a Hands-On Adaptive Assessment’ and Sharon Plumb (VTGC) and Stephen Engle (Community Geographics) will be leading ‘Trail Accessibility Hub.’ \n\n\n\nKelly Brush\, founder of the Kelly Brush Foundation\, is this year’s keynote. Keep your eyes on our enews and website – registration is open! \nScholarships are available.
URL:https://vermonttgc.org/event/trails-symposium-2024/
LOCATION:Killington Grand Hotel\, 228 E Mountain Road\, Killington\, VT\, 05751\, United States
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