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OUT8144 - Developing Festivals and Special Events
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Wildlife festivals and other special events showcase conservation programs, stimulate local economies, and endow community members with public ownership of wildlife resources and habitats. This course helps participants learn methods of working with local communities to develop and promote special events. Examples of successful events throughout the FWS are showcased, with case study examples of how and where to begin.
College Credit 1 semester hour  
Who Should Attend: Conservation professionals who are responsible for public outreach and working with local communities.
Objectives:
  • Identify steps necessary to plan festivals and special events, including:
  • Find and develop sponsors;
  • Foster community ownership;
  • Tie festivals to available resources;
  • Plan logistics and equipment;
  • Design programs, exhibits, and activities;
  • Recruit staff and organize events; and
  • Promote and market events.
Length: 3.5 days/28 hours Availability: Every other year
Contact:
Laura Jones
Email:
Laura_Jones@fws.gov
Phone:
304/876 7499

 


Last Updated: November 18, 2008
National Conservation Training Center
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Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443-9713
 
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