NATR RECREATION ROUNDTABLE WORKSHOP
NETWORK - BRAINSTORM - TROUBLESHOOT
with outdoor recreation leaders and peers
We are excited to present a discussion-based learning opportunity for all outdoor recreation stakeholders. Network, brainstorm, and troubleshoot with outdoor recreation peers and leaders. Learn how to prepare for 2025, "The Year of Alabama Trails" and choose among 5 roundtable session topics that best fit your local recreation needs.
Registration is $10/person.
NATR Recreation Roundtable Workshop
Date: Thursday, December 5th, 10am-2:30pm
Location: The Vision Camp and Retreat Center
187 Oscar Webster Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803
AGENDA
Presentations
NATR Annual Report and 2025 Initiatives
Jared Carter, Executive Director, North Alabama Trails & Recreation
2025: The Year of Alabama Trails
Tami Reist, President & CEO, Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association
Networking Lunch
Roundtable Sessions
Three Roundtable Sessions from Five Session Topics
Developing Trails & Greenways
+ design, construction, maintenance, etc.
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Andy Prewett, Land Manager, Land Trust of North Alabama
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Will Collins, Statewide Trail Coordinator, Alabama State Parks
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Anna Clem, Interim Executive Director, Singing River Trail
Outdoor Education & Programming
+ education, curriculum, guided events, etc.
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Janice Barrett, Outreach & Education Coordinator, Wild Alabama
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Tim Gels, Education Director, Land Trust of North Alabama
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Jennifer Webster, Program Manager, Tennessee RiverLine
Developing Waterways for Recreation
+ blueways, launches, waterfronts, etc.
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Andrew Szymanksi, Executive Director, Alabama Scenic River Trail
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Whitney Tidd, Planning & Design Manager, Tennessee RiverLine
Funding & Project Assistance
+ grants, fundraising, project support, etc.
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Jared Carter, Executive Director, North Alabama Trails & Recreation
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Phoenix Robinson, Principal Planner, TARCOG
Tourism & Innovative Marketing
+ ambassador programs, etc.
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Tami Reist, President & CEO, Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association