Sponsorship Information!

       

The Great Lakes Park Training Institute has been held annually every February since 1947. With over 24,000 alumni attending the Great Lakes Park Training Institute since 1947 from agencies representing 49 states and six countries, Your support as a sponsor is crucial to continuing this unique educational opportunity and gives you exposure to approximately 250 park professionals.

The Great Lakes Park Training Institute explores current issues and techniques in parks management, outdoor recreation, stewardship, provides networking opportunities, and recognizes outstanding projects and individuals at the annual awards event. Industry leaders provide practical, hands-on training along four tracks: Park and Facilities Maintenance, Natural and Cultural Interpretation, Natural Resource Management, and Personnel and Career Development, in addition to offering the Women in Parks Leadership certificate. 

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Did You Know? 

Did you know that GLPTI has a sister conference? The Conference on the Value of Play draws nearly 300 attendees from around the world over three days in April.  

The National Conference on the Value of Play is a jam-packed event, celebrating, examining, and promoting play for its ability to fuel creativity, encourage exploration, and inspire individuals and communities, of all ages, all abilities, and across the lifespan.  

Sponsors of both events receive a 30% discount on their sponsorship rates! 

To contact the GLPTI staff or schedule a meeting with the Director, Clay Chafin, please email glpti@iu.edu.