Schedule & Programs

Schedule

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Programs

Programs are your opportunity to connect with peers and experts in the nature center profession. Each program explores a specific aspect of leadership and administration relevant to our field.

Concurrent Sessions

Concurrent sessions include both Facilitated Discussions and Workshops. We are currently planning concurrent sessions, and will post session descriptions in December.

Facilitated Discussions

Facilitated Discussions are collaborative sessions where all participants contribute to the discussion; the result is a shared dialogue that brings out an abundance of perspectives, possibilities, and renewed energy. Facilitators guide the dialogue but do not give a formal presentation. These discussions are an excellent opportunity to share with your peers, learn new ideas, discuss trends in the profession, and work together to find solutions.

Workshops

Workshops are presentation-based sessions where you can learn in-depth on a single topic, expand your skill set, and engage directly with experts.

Open Space Sessions

Open Space sessions allow you to create your own discussion with professional peers. To develop these sessions, Summit participants will submit session topics before the Summit begins. Organizers will then create a schedule of Open Space sessions based on topic submissions.

If you suggest an Open Space topic and it is chosen as a session, you will be asked to introduce the topic and facilitate the discussion among the participants. You do not need to be an expert on the topic to facilitate the conversation.