The Summit schedule features a diverse range of activities, all designed to enrich the knowledge and skills of leaders at nature centers, outdoor schools, and related organizations. Schedule is subject to change as details are finalized.
Monday 9/9
| 3pm | Check-in begins |
| 5pm | Networking Social |
| 6pm | Dinner |
| 7pm | Summit Welcome |
Tuesday 9/10
| 9am-12pm | Field Workshops Digging Up the Dirt: A Behind-the-Scenes Exploration of the Memphis Botanic Garden Protecting Childhood with Access to Nature: A Case Study of Lichterman’s Discovery Forest Shelby Farms Park: A Thriving Place for People & Nature “Uncharitable” Documentary and Discussion Wolf River Conservancy: Keeping the Mission First |
| 12:15-1:15pm | Lunch |
| 1:30-5pm | Facilitated Discussions and Workshops |
| 6pm | Dinner |
| 7pm | Networking |
Wednesday 9/11
| 9am-12pm | Field Workshops Animal Exhibits & Care: AWA Licensure, Regulations and Standards for Birds The Dixon Gallery and Gardens: Volunteer Empowerment and GPS Mapping Frayser Community Urban Garden: Grow With Community Partners Native Plant Propagation: Merging Mission and Revenue Generation Protecting Childhood with Access to Nature: A Case Study of Lichterman’s Discovery Forest Shared Leadership: Building a Collaborative Team |
| 12:15-1:15pm | Lunch |
| 1:30-5pm | Open Space Sessions |
| 5pm | Networking Social |
| 6pm | Dinner |
| 7pm | ANCA Leadership Awards Ceremony |
Thursday 9/12
| 9am-12:30pm | Facilitated Discussions and Workshops |
| 12:30-1:30pm | Lunch |
| 1:30-5pm | Open Space Sessions |
| 5:30pm | Networking Social |
| 6:30pm | Dinner |
| 7:15pm | Summit Closing |
Friday 9/13
| Time Varies | Field Trips National Civil Rights Museum Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation |
This was my first year and I didn't realize how much I needed to be with a group of people who could empathize with my struggles and offer such good insight. This conference felt inspiring and recharging and I can't wait to go again next year.
— 2023 Summit Participant