Using Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and Other Events to Build Congressional Support for Trails and RTP

American Trails

Using Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and Other Events to Build Congressional Support for Trails and RTP

Recorded Training

Webinar Program Administration

Learn how to host trail ribbon cutting ceremonies and other events to attract support for trails from decision makers - including Members of Congress.

Webinar Outline

Learn how and why to host trail ribbon cutting ceremonies and other events to attract support for trails from decision makers - including Members of Congress. and nonmotorized devices, used primarily on natural surfaces, but also applicable to paved surfaces.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn how/when to invite your Members of Congress and other decision makers to trail events to best ensure they participate
  • Learn how to attract media coverage of your trail events
  • Learn how to leverage your trail events to garner support for RTP and other trail programs

Trail Competencies

Relevant Trail Types

    General. All trail types are relevant.

Learning Credits and CEUs

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Learning credits will be available to attendees and are included in the registration fee. The length of the session will determine the number of hours/credits given. In order to obtain credits, attendees must fill out an evaluation survey for each session they attend, as well as complete a learning credit tracking form noting each session they are requesting credits for (or a quiz if virtual). This form (and complete instructions) will be available online as well at registration. Email the conference host or [email protected] with any questions.

American Trails is a certified provider and can offer the following learning credits and continuing education opportunities: AICP CM, LA CES (most HSW approved), NRPA CEU Equivalency Petition, and CEU/PDH Equivalency Petition for other accepting organizations.

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