The Great Lakes Park Training Institute is held annually every February at Pokagon State Park in Northeast Indiana.
A virtual conference is also available.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available for an additional fee.
» View the Great Lakes Park Training Institute Schedule of Events (February 26–29, 2024)
Schedule will be updated as educational sessions are confirmed.
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

Park Operations:
Best practices and innovations to advance the operation of your park or recreation facility
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