2027 GLPTI

2027 Conference - Register Here

2027 Great Lakes Park Training Institute 
February 22 – 25, 2027
Potawatomi Inn, Angola IN

Featuring: 

• Three full conference days, with single and two-day options!  
• Networking opportunities!  
• Nightly social events including Pokagon’s famous Toboggan Run!  
• GLPTI Annual Awards Presentation and Luncheon  
• Virtual Registration option!  
• Access to recorded webinars for 60 days!  
• Onsite lodging and meals at the Potawatomi Inn available 
• Virtual attendance option includes: 
  • Educational sessions, including webinars and livestreamed sessions 
  • Access to recorded materials for 60 days!

Sessions 

• 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 

• Women in Parks Leadership: The Eppley Center for Parks and Public Land’s 2027 Great Lakes Park Training Institute is proud to offer its certificate program for women leaders! The Women in Parks Leadership certificate, led by women from the National Park Service, park and recreation districts, conservation districts, and Eppley, has designed a curriculum that helps future women leaders meet several significant challenges in leading agencies, especially as these spaces evolve to meet the demands of changing climates, health needs, and the diversity of the nation. The program will be held February 22 to 25, 2027 as part of the Great Lakes Park Training Institute. 

Registration & Rates - Register Now! 

Early Bird Rates End October 31st, 2026! 

Meals & Lodging