The Great Lakes Park Training Institute will be held February 24-27, 2025 at Pokagon State Park in Northeast Indiana.
A virtual conference is also available. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available for an additional fee.
The schedule is being updated daily and may change at any time.
The full program page with complete information is coming soon.
Industry leaders provide educational sessions and hands-on workshops on timely and relevant topics along five tracks.
Personnel and Career Development:
Leadership, communication, staff training, management, and evaluation
Park and Facilities Maintenance:
Trends, best practices, and training for facilities and grounds maintenance
Natural Resource Management:
Environmental stewardship, management, and sustainability of park and natural resources
Natural and Cultural Interpretation:
Tools and techniques to connect guests, schools, and communities with natural and cultural resources