The Summit schedule features a range of programs and activities, all designed to enrich the knowledge and skills of leaders at outdoor schools and related environmental organizations.
Schedule is subject to change.
Lots of great discussion, and I left with actionable knowledge and new connections.
— Summit Participant
Friday 1/15
| 4pm |
Check-in Sign in, pick up Summit materials, and introduce yourself. |
| 6pm |
Dinner |
| 7pm |
Summit Welcome A warm welcome and introduction with ANCA and McDowell staff. |
| 8pm |
Evening Activities |
Saturday 1/16
| 8am |
Breakfast |
| 9am-12pm |
Field Workshops Field Workshops are your opportunity to learn firsthand at nature education sites while connecting with your professional peers. |
| 12:15-1:15pm |
Lunch |
| 1:30-3pm |
Facilitated Discussions 1 |
| 3:30-5pm |
Facilitated Discussions 2 |
| 5pm |
Networking Social Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere to connect with fellow professionals. Beverages will be provided. |
| 6pm |
Dinner |
| 7pm |
Open Space Introduction and Planning All Summit participants will gather and collectively decide on session topics for Sunday and Monday. |
Sunday 1/17
| 8am |
Breakfast |
| 9am-12pm |
Field Workshops Field Workshops are your opportunity to learn firsthand at nature education sites while connecting with your professional peers. |
| 12:15-1:15pm |
Lunch |
| 1:30-2:45pm |
Open Space Sessions 1 |
| 3:15-4:30pm |
Open Space Sessions 2 |
| 5pm |
Networking Social Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere to connect with fellow professionals. Beverages will be provided. |
| 6pm |
Dinner |
| 7pm |
Evening Activities |
Monday 1/18
| 8am |
Breakfast |
| 9-10:15am |
Open Space Sessions 3 |
| 10:45am-12pm | Open Space Sessions 4 |
| 12:15-1:15pm |
Lunch |
| 1:30-2:45pm |
Open Space Sessions 5 |
| 3:15-4:30pm |
Open Space Sessions 6 |
| 5pm |
Networking Social Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere to connect with fellow professionals. Beverages will be provided. |
| 6pm |
Dinner |
| 7:15pm |
Summit Closing |
Tuesday 1/19
| 8am |
Breakfast |
| 8:30-11am |
Check-out and Departure |