The organizers of the 2019 PA Greenways and Trails Summit to be held September 22-24 at the Conference Center at Shippensburg University have issued a call for presentation proposals.

Mobile Workshop proposals are due January 18 and Workshop and Session proposals are due February 1.

This three-day statewide summit provides exceptional training and networking opportunities for those engaged in all aspects of trail and greenways work, including planning and economic professionals; trail and conservation staff, board and volunteers; park professionals; local, county, and state government officials; consultants and builders; and trail enthusiasts.

The Summit is presented by the PA Land Trust Association with the support of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

The South Mountain Partnership, Shippensburg University and Visit Cumberland Valley, PA are the local hosts.

More information is available at the 2019 PA Greenways and Trails Summit webpage.

Other Greenways & Trails News

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For more information on programs, initiatives and upcoming events, visit the PA Land Trust Association website, Click Here to sign up for regular updates from PLTA, Like them on Facebook, and Follow them on Twitter.  Click Here to support their work.

The 2019 PA Land Conservation Conference will be held May 16-18 at Skytop Lodge in Monroe County.

CFA Accepting Applications

The Commonwealth Financing Authority will accept applications from February 1 to May 31 for Act 13 Greenways and Trails Grants.  Click Here for more.

New DCNR Grant Round

Learn more about grant opportunities to support riparian buffer, trail and recreation projects, visit DCNR’s Community Conservation Grant Program webpage. A new grant round is opening January 22 and will close April 10.  Click Here for more.

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[Posted: Jan. 4, 2019]

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