NAI National Workshop
November 16–20, 2010
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Welcome to Las Vegas! This city has come a long way from the small desert oasis where travelers stopped for water on the journey to Los Angeles in the 1840s. Las Vegas is a case study in communities that re-invent themselves. Once the site of a Mormon fort in the 1850s, hotels and saloons began to spring up as railroad workers moved in during the turn of the century. Oddly enough, Nevada outlawed gambling in 1910—and that spurred a boom in underground gaming establishments in Las Vegas. Gambling was legalized in 1931, just in time to keep the city afloat during the Great Depression (along with money flowing in from the construction of Hoover Dam during the same time period). Las Vegas reinvented itself again in the 1950s as a major destination with the construction of the first generation of resort hotels and upscale casinos. In recent years another makeover has turned Las Vegas into a family destination with themed resorts and world-class entertainment. As interpreters, we have a number of things in common with Las Vegas. We both cater to large and diverse audiences that are looking for unique ways to enjoy their leisure time. Many of our interpretive sites provide true authenticity, while Las Vegas has a unique brand of authentically contrived environments. We are significant players in the experience economy just as much as the thousands of hospitality workers, entertainers, and others who support the resort and gaming industry in this city. With this as a backdrop, we are gathered together to share the latest ideas and techniques for delivering interpretive services. We advance the understanding of best practices in our profession at these meetings. Most of all we come together to make new friends, renew old friendships, catch up on the latest news, and connect with our professional peers. This year we also come together
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
to ask important questions about the future of our organization. What will NAI look like in the future? How do we serve new membership segments while maintaining a trusted relationship with our longtime members? How can we best serve the profession in the future? The best answers to these crucial questions will come from our collective conversations, and there is no better venue for these conversations than our annual meeting. Please take advantage of this opportunity to talk with leadership, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. There’s room for many voices. We all have increasing demands on our time, and that makes our time together that much more valuable. Thanks for taking the time to come to Las Vegas, to grow and learn, to support your profession. I look forward to seeing you throughout the week. —Jim Covel NAI President
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P.O. Box 2246 Fort Collins, CO 80522 888-900-8283 toll-free 970-484-8283 970-484-8179 fax www.interpnet.com board of directors Executive Committee Jim Covel, President Amy Lethbridge, VP for Administration Donna Richardson, VP for Programs Amy Galperin, Secretary Bruce Stebbins, Treasurer At-Large Representatives K.C. DenDooven David Knotts Mike Whatley
NAI’s Region 8 is eager to share the wonders of the Southwest during the 2010 National Workshop. You will find unique red rock sandstones emerging from old Cambrian formations, petroglyphs carved into desert varnish, half-buried petrified logs, and secret oases along narrow hiking trails. Early cultural sites will come alive as you talk with Native Americans and descendents of early settlers who braved the harsh deserts to carve out a life. The grandeur of Hoover Dam will amaze you as you dine under the stars while aboard the Desert Princess Mississippi-style paddlewheeler. For the more adventurous, the Southwest will bring thrills as you raft the Colorado River’s white waters. Superstars do exist in Las Vegas, but they can’t hold a flame to the Superstars of Interpretation you’ll see at the Wednesday night spectacular. Additional options include a guided evening tour of the neon glitz of the Strip or the celestial wonders of stars from the University of Nevada’s planetarium. Don’t miss the breadth of cultural,
historical, and natural wonders that await you in the open skies of the Southwest. If there is anything we can do to make your visit an extraordinary experience, please do not hesitate to contact one of the 2010 Workshop committee chairs listed below. —NAI 2010 Workshop Committee Susan Immer, Workshop Chair (pictured above, second from right) Lisa Ann Carrillo, Program Chair (pictured above, second from left) Kate Sorom, Volunteer Chair (pictured above, far right) Evelyn Brown, Publicity Chair (pictured above, far left) Amy Ford, NAI Region 8 Director (not pictured)
Region Leadership Council Representatives Amy Ford Mary Goodyear Linda Strand Barbara Woodford Section Leadership Council Representatives Travis Williams Todd Bridgewater Karen Lamere Shea Lewis staff Tim Merriman, Executive Director Lisa Brochu, Associate Director Paul Caputo, Art & Publications Director Jamie King, Membership Manager Deborah Tewell, Events Manager Russ Dickerson, Creative Technologies Director Beth Bartholomew, Business Manager Carrie Miller, Certification Program Specialist Lou Anderson, Administrative Assistant NAI’s mission is to inspire leadership and excellence to advance heritage interpretation as a profession. Interpretation is a mission-based communication process that forges emotional and intellectual connections between the interests of the audience and the meanings inherent in the resource.
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4 About the Workshop 6 Sunday, November 14 Registration/Check-in
Monday, November 15 Registration/Check-in NAI Board Meeting Preworkshop Sessions (Day One) NPS I&E Leadership Council (Day One)
Tuesday, November 16 Registration/Check-in Preworkshop Sessions (Day Two) Agency and NAI Meetings Lunch for Preworkshop Participants First-Time Attendees and New Members Meeting Native American Welcome Opening Reception
8 Wednesday, November 17 Registration/Check-in Scholarship Breakfast Welcome and Awards Keynote: Jeremy Spoon Silent Auction #1 Exhibit Hall Concurrent Sessions, 10:45–11:45am 9 The Process for Positive Change Lunch Silent Auction #2 US Forest Service Meeting 10 Marketplace of Ideas 11 Concurrent Sessions, 1:00–2:00pm 12 Concurrent Sessions, 2:15–3:15pm 13 US Fish & Wildlife Service Meeting NAI Region Meetings Special Events Evening Music Room
14 Thursday, November 18 Silent Auction #3 Registration/Check-in Breakfast NAI 2011 Workshop Meeting Exhibit Hall NAI Media and Professional Awards Concurrent Sessions, 9:15–11:15am 15 The Process for Positive Change Treasurer’s Meeting Concurrent Sessions, 11:30am–12:30pm 16 State Park Interpretation Coordinator’s Meeting Lunch Silent Auction #4 Concurrent Sessions, 2:15–3:15pm 17 Interpretive Career Fair: Job-Seeking Tips NAI Section Meetings Excellence Awards Music Room 19 Friday, November 19 Off-site Sessions Bureau of Land Management Meeting Silent Auction #5 Scholarship Auction Music Room 20 Saturday, November 20 Registration/Check-in NAI 2012 Workshop Meeting NAI Business Meeting and Magazine Awards Keynote: Amy Lethbridge Concurrent Sessions, 10:15am–12:15pm 21 Lunch on Your Own Concurrent Sessions, 2:00–3:00pm 22 Concurrent Sessions, 3:15–4:15pm 23 Awards Banquet and Karaoke 24 Awards Professional & Service Award Recipients 26 NAI Magazine Awards 27 Interpretive Media Competition Awards 28 Workshop Information NAI Workshop Exhibitors 29 Concurrent Session Presenters 32 Floor Plans
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4 Agency Meetings The following federal agencies will hold meetings for their employees: Essential Information
Meetings and Events
Emergency Phone Numbers Please contact your hotel directly: Riviera: 702-734-5110 All workshop events are held in the Riviera Convention Center, unless otherwise noted. Floor plans are on page 32.
Marketplace of Ideas Pick up ideas on interpretation. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to interact with and ask questions of presenters. You will find a market-like atmosphere where presenters will share their ideas. See page 10 for presentation information.
Registration Desk The registration desk will be in the foyer on the ground level of the Riviera convention center. The hours are Sunday, 3:00–6:00pm; Monday, 7:00am–5:00pm; Tuesday, 7:00am– 7:00pm; Wednesday and Thursday, 7:00am–5:00pm; and Saturday, 7:00–10:00am.
Ticket Trading To trade, sell, or buy a ticket to a special event, off-site session, or the awards banquet, visit the ticket-trader table located in the registration area. If you need to buy a ticket, please check with the ticket-trader table first. Please note that the ticket-trader table will only accept cash (no credit cards or checks).
Name Tags and Tickets Pick up your name tag when you check in and wear it to all events. It guarantees entrance to all workshop meals, sessions, and special activities. Extra tickets are needed for all off-site sessions, special events, and the awards banquet and dance. Please be prepared to show your meal tickets. Separate tickets are needed for guests. For information, visit the ticket-trader table or registration.
Auction Items Starting Tuesday, drop off auction items at the auction table. Donation forms, available at the drop-off site, should be completed for each item. Items will be placed in the silent auctions or the live auction on Friday night. Proceeds support the NAI Scholarship Fund, which supports students and professionals in the field of interpretation. Auction items will not be accepted Friday.
Daily Newsletter Check the workshop newsletter, The Oasis Oracle, delivered each night to your room if you are staying at the Riviera, for schedule changes and other information. Copies will also be available at the registration desk and at plenary sessions. Lost and Found Look for or drop off lost items at the registration desk.
Silent Auction Silent auctions will run Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (see the schedule for specific times). Stop by to bid on your favorite items. Auction winners will be posted in the registration area and in the daily newsletter. Pay for items at registration or at Friday night’s live auction. Pick up items after they are paid for from auction storage before or after the live auction.
Shipping The business center is located adjacent to the workshop registration desk. You can ship oversized auction items or other goodies that won’t fit in your luggage.
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NPS I&E Leadership Council 9:00am–5:00pm (110) Monday, November 15 8:00am–2:00pm (110) Tuesday, November 16 National Park Service 3:00pm–5:00pm (Top of the Riv) Tuesday, November 16 US Army Corps of Engineers 4:00pm–6:00pm (Monaco 16) Tuesday, November 16 US Forest Service 1:00pm–2:30pm (Top of the Riv) Wednesday, November 17 US Fish and Wildlife Service 3:45pm–5:45pm (Top of the Riv) Wednesday, November 17 Bureau of Land Management 3:30pm–5:30pm (104) Friday, November 19 Interpretive Career Fair Drop off resumés, make an appointment for an interview, or meet a potential employer. Hosted by NAI’s College and University Academics Section. Look for the table near workshop registration. Mini-workshop, “Job-Seeking Tips” (Thursday, 2:15–3:15pm, Monaco 15). Interpretive Media Awards Competition To see award-winning entries, visit the Interpretive Media Section booth (103) on NAI Row in the Exhibit Hall. Award recipients, listed on page 27, will be recognized during Thursday morning’s plenary session.
5 Opportunities Volunteers If you’d like to volunteer to help out behind the scenes, sign up at the volunteer table in the registration area. There is a list of positions that need to be filled. If you have signed up to volunteer ahead of time, please check in to confirm your assignments. Those who volunteer four or more hours will receive a 2010 volunteer pin (pictured here at actual size). Freebie Table Bring or gather information about interpretive sites and programs at this table in the registration area. Have Dinner with a Stranger Are you new to the NAI National Workshop or do you want to meet new people? Meet in the foyer each evening at 6:00pm to join an informal group for dinner. The group (or groups) will decide where to dine. You never know what interesting people you might meet. “Get Involved” Table Ever wondered what you should be getting with your membership or how you can get more involved with NAI? Stop by the “Get Involved” table in the Exhibit Hall to meet some of NAI’s leadership team and find out how you can get the most out of being a member. You can also use this opportunity to contribute to the Enos Mills Reserve Fund and find out exactly how your dollars are being used to support NAI’s mission of inspiring excellence and leadership to advance the profession of heritage interpretation. Music Room Bring a musical instrument, relax, swap stories, meet new friends, sing, and reunite with friends in the Top of the Riv after the evening’s activities start winding down, Wednesday and Thursday, 10:00pm–12:00am, and Friday, 11:00pm–12:00am.
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SUNDAY / MONDAY / TUESDAY
Agency and NAI Meetings
Registration/Check-in 3:00–6:00pm (Foyer)
Registration/Check-in 7:00am–7:00pm (Foyer) Preworkshop Sessions (Day Two) 8:00am–5:00pm
Registration/Check-in 7:00am–5:00pm (Foyer) NAI Board Meeting 8:00am–5:00pm (101) May reconvene 1:00–5:00pm Tuesday after RLC/SLC meeting. Preworkshop Sessions (Day One) 8:00am–5:00pm Climate Change Myths and Truths: Interpreting the Science in a Climate of Controversy John Morris, Ruth Paglierani, Sandy Spakoff, Anita Davis (102) Podcasting for Interpreters Dominic Cardea, Craig Glassner, Michael Glore, Michael Liang (103) “Three of a Kind”: Partnerships, Sustainability & Tourism in an Interpretive World Deb Friedel, Cris Collier (104)
Climate Change Myths and Truths: Interpreting the Science in a Climate of Controversy John Morris, Ruth Paglierani, Sandy Spakoff, Anita Davis (102) Podcasting for Interpreters Dominic Cardea, Craig Glassner, Judy Lively, Michael Liang (103) “Three of a Kind”: Partnerships, Sustainability & Tourism in an Interpretive World Deb Friedel, Cris Collier (104) Interpreters Road Show Amy Roell (105) Coaching for Professional Excellence Katie Bliss, Tess Shatzer, Elizabeth Barrie, Nancy Hadlock (106) Graphic Design Basics for Heritage Interpreters Shea Lewis, Paul Caputo (109) Interpreting American Indian Traditions in the 21st Century Jack Gladstone (Ballroom D)
Interpreters Road Show Amy Roell (105) Lunch for Preworkshop Participants 12:00–1:00pm (Ballroom C) NPS I&E Leadership Council 9:00am–5:00pm (110)
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NPS I&E Leadership Council 8:00am–2:00pm (110) NAI Region & Section Leadership Councils 8:00am–12:00pm (101) National Park Service Agency Meeting 3:00pm–5:00pm (Top of the Riv) US Army Corps of Engineers Meeting 4:00pm–6:00pm (Monaco 16) Lunch for Preworkshop Participants 12:00–1:00pm (Ballroom C) First-Time Attendees and New Members Meeting 5:30–6:30pm (Top of the Riv) We want to acquaint new members and workshop first-timers with the many networking and educational opportunities available during the week. First-timers, come learn how the workshop is organized and how to make the most of your week. Don’t forget to pick up a “first-time attendee” ribbon at the registration desk when you check in. Native American Welcome: Leroy Spotted Eagle, Southern Paiute 6:45–7:00pm (Foyer)
Opening Reception 7:00–9:00pm (Exhibit Hall) Enjoy a warm welcome in the Exhibit Hall. Discover new and greet familiar exhibitors, including planners, publishers, exhibit designers, and merchandise vendors, among others. This will be a great time to rekindle friendships and welcome first-timers to the NAI National Workshop. A cash bar will be available. This event is included in your registration fee; guest tickets are available at the workshop registration desk.
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Jeremy Spoon, Ph.D. “Drawing Meaningful Connections: Interpreting Indigenous Relationships with Ancestral Landscapes in Participatory Ways” Jeremy is assistant professor of anthropology at Portland State University and a research associate at The Mountain Institute in Washington D.C. His interests in local ecological knowledge, environmental sustainability, mountainous protected areas, place-based spirituality, and political economy have led him on a unique path to interpretation’s door. His focus on connecting indigenous people and interpretation has taken him from Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park to Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park (Nepal), Hell’s Gate National Park (Kenya), and now to the Great Basin where he has conducted efforts that facilitate people from seven nations of indigenous Nuwuvi (Southern Paiute/Chemehuevi) to tell their stories in the public forum of interpretation. He is collaborating with these seven nations to create interpretive and educational content for a planned visitor center, trails, campgrounds, and picnic areas in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area. A second local project funded by the Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act (SNPLMA) is creating a governmentto-government consultation method for these seven nations and the U.S. Forest and Fish and Wildlife Services by generating proposed collaborative consultation and resource management plans for multiple protected areas in southern Nevada. Jeremy and his Nuwuvi colleagues will share with us some success stories that came about through American Indian and government agency collaboration and how visitor experiences will be enhanced by interpretation through indigenous eyes.
Registration/Check-in 7:00am–5:00pm (Foyer) Scholarship Breakfast 7:00–8:00am (103) Welcome, Awards, and Keynote 8:00–10:00am (Ballroom AB) Silent Auction #1 9:00am–12:00pm (Foyer) Exhibit Hall 10:00am–5:00pm Concurrent Sessions 10:45am–11:45am Live Interactive Park Experiences: Connect Students to California State Parks via PORTS LuAnn Thompson (102) The Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students (PORTS) program delivers entertaining and engaging videoconference presentations live from state parks across California. The “Un-Plugged” Campfire Program Jason Urroz (103) This presentation will focus on how you can interject songs, skits, and stories into your campfire (or other interpretive) programs to make them more entertaining, meaningful, and memorable. Viral Interpretation: Infectious Strategies for Interpretive Managers Shea L. Lewis, Amy L. Ford (104) Do you wish that interpretation at your site was as viral as the latest YouTube video? Learn infectious management strategies for creating interpretive culture at your site. Volunteers: An Organizational Oasis Karin Hostetter (105) Just as an oasis is life in the desert, so are volunteers life to an organization—as long as you attract the right volunteers.
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Growing Up Wild: An Innovative Approach in Early Childhood Environmental Education John Tyson, Marc LeFebre (106) Build your skills to successfully implement nature-based, outdoor learning experiences to children ages 3–7. Discover the award-winning Growing Up WILD: Exploring Nature with Young Children early childhood curriculum guide. A Case Study on the Prairie: Building Organizational Capacity through Master Planning Wayne Reckard, Anne Ketz (107) Learn about an innovative approach to master planning undertaken by the Prairie Ecology Bus Center, which integrates strategic, interpretive, site/ facility, and business planning into a single, comprehensive document. All the World’s a Stage: Environmental Theater in a Campground Setting Debra Noel (108) Learn a hands-on approach to using written script and poetry for environmental theater in an informal setting. This session will offer ideas on how to incorporate a dress rehearsal prior to the performance. NAI Board Forum (109) Meet with National Association for Interpretation board members to discuss critical issues that affect the future of the organization. Mission Impropable: The Secrets of Everyday Items for Interpretation Kristin Libberton (110) Bring the natural world to your audience by using everyday items for great interpretation! Find props at your fingertips! The resources come straight from the best in the field! Conflict Resolution: One Giant Step Towards Problem Solving Pam Paquet (Ballroom C) Conflict is common in the workplace but most people avoid it. Learn the skills and tools to confront problems and deal with conflict to improve service quality and professional standards.
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The “UnViral Plugged” Camp- Interpretation fire Program
Volunteers: An Organizational Oasis
Growing Up Wild
A Case Study on the Prairie
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All the World’s a NAI Board Stage Forum
Mission Impropable
Conflict Resolution
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Marketplace of Ideas (1:00–3:15)
Interpretation’s Role in Outdoor Recreation
Connecting with the Digital Generation
Algonquin’s Public Wolf Howls
Examining Cognitive Outcomes…
Creativity on a Budget
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Is Significance Important to Visitors?
Extreme Makeover: NAI Workshop
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Moving Forward Coaching with Program Towards Evaluation Excellence
Contemporary From Hilarity to Issues in Despair Historical Places
Lessons from the World of Theater
When Native Voices are Far Away
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Following the Fiddler Home
Strategic Planning in Interpretation
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Land, People, and Water
Feeling Satisfied? Creating, Gathering, and Understanding a Collaborative Visitor Survey Gregory M. Benton (Ballroom D) The presenter will demonstrate stages of the survey construction from start to finish as crafted by multiple voices. Participants will construct their own survey template and receive findings from the summer 2010 season.
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The Process for Positive Change 11:00am–3:00pm (Monaco 17) If you would like to learn more about or share your thoughts on the potential reorganization of NAI and bylaws changes, join this come-and-go session with the task force appointed by the board to develop a proposal for positive change. No decisions will be made at this meeting, but it provides a chance for you to discuss potential changes and review ideas being considered. Stay for 10 minutes or the entire time—the task force members will be available to listen and talk.
Lunch 11:45am–12:45pm (Exhibit Hall) Silent Auction #2 12:30pm–5:00pm(Foyer) US Forest Service Agency Meeting 1:00pm–2:30pm (Top of the Riv) Marketplace of Ideas 1:00–3:15pm (101) Pick up ideas on interpretation. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to interact with and ask questions of presenters. You will find a market-like atmosphere where presenters will share their ideas. See page 10 for presentation information.
Traveling alone? Want to meet new people? Meet in the hotel foyer each evening at 6:00pm to join an informal group for dinner.
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WEDNESDAY
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Wednesday Concurrent Sessions
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1:00–3:15pm (101) A Case Study in Sustainable Design: McColl Pond Environmental Learning Center Paul Anderson Incorporating sustainable design strategies into site and building design can greatly mitigate the ecological damage. Coupled with creative interpretation, ecologically sustainable building and site design can also serve as an effective teaching tool. Connecting the Community to the Park: Fostering Stewardship Through Volunteerism Nancy Bernard Lake Mead has built a successful volunteer program by balancing the organization’s and volunteers’ needs while engaging them to become stewards of the park. French Connection: Working with a French Partner to Interpret the Slave Trade Carol S. Clark Learn about media products and events developed from the partnership between an NPS plantation site and a French historical association dedicated to education about the slave trade. E.R.O.T.I.C. Earth Science Karissa DeCarlo Discover how sites around the world dust off the earth sciences and make them sexy. We’ve dug up examples of innovative programs offered by geosites and geoparks across the globe. Planning, Facilitating, and Evaluating Teachers on the Estuary Trainings Suzanne Eder, Paige Rutherford Three National Estuarine Research Reserves are partnering to deliver Teachers on the Estuary (TOTE) summer trainings. Come gather valuable information on the implementation of these field and research-based workshops.
Waysides on Your To-Do List? Get the Guide! Winnie Frost This presentation introduces the new 84-page Wayside Guide and other resources to help with your wayside project. Lowering Insurance Costs at Your Facility Ted Fedyk Many believe their insurance costs are something that is out of their control. Ted will show participants simple cost-effective techniques that can help lower these costs. The Gulf Coast Oil Spill: Interpreting a Global Crisis Adrienne Freeman Join NPS interpreters from around the country for a presentation on communication strategies, personal and general challenges, and lessons learned from the Gulf Coast oil spill. The Youth Engagement Pyramid: Putting this Model to Work for Youth Amy Glowacki Park offerings engage youth from elementary school through college. Learn how the pyramid approach provides for the development and recruitment of a more relevant, diversified, and experienced workforce. Anatomy of a Cell Phone/iPod Tour Matt Hampsey Learn the steps involved in establishing audio tours at the New Orleans Jazz Historical Park: recording musical tracks, narrations, text writing, brochures, challenges, and benefits of this interpretive product. Building a 21st-Century Youth Work Program Glenn Hart Youth engagement, employment, and education programs are making headlines as new initiatives are in place for reaching out to America’s future conservation leaders. Learn about engagement at Wrangell-St. Elias NP&P.
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What’s in Your World? Youth Naturalist Approach to Invasive Species Science for Ages 6–18 Carla Hoopes Learn about a bugs, weeds, and aquatic invasive species informal science curriculum with hundreds of specially designed inquiry-based activities to develop episodic memories: scientific self-discovery tool pouch, interactive student publications, teacher guides, and classroom library. Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics Awareness Workshop Tracy Howard, Kate Bullock This presentation will provide the tools necessary to easily teach others and learn how to implement the skills and ethics of the Leave No Trace program into your field outings. Brand New to Living History: How Do I Develop My Character? Moriah Istre This presentation will share pointers with those interested in developing a living history character. It focuses on the passion, accuracy, research, and talent required for creating a first-rate interpretive program. A Hawaiian Cultural “Live-In” Center at Kaloko-Honokohau Jon Jokiel In Kona, Hawaii, a Cultural “Live-In” Center for Hawaiians is being developed. This center will be a place for traditions once practiced by their ancestors. UW-Stevens Point Offers New Online Graduate Degree Program Brenda Lackey Are you interested in a graduate program in environmental education and interpretation? The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point offers several options, including a new online masters degree program. Center Stage: Keeping the Attention on You (and Not the Guy in the Back) Bowen Lee There are specific ways to keep your audience focused on you and the important information you are delivering. Learn five methods from classroom management that can be adapted for a non-captive audience. Pick up some storyteller tips that will keep your group with you from beginning to end.
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Marketing to Cultural Creatives Molly Sue Postlewait Sociologists report that one quarter of the population identify with the values of cultural creatives. Programming for this demographic may bring in new visitors through yoga, dance, and art. Visualizing Meanings: Using “Ka” to Fine Tune Alaska National Park Marketing Strategies Chay Runnels, Theresa Coble, John Morris The Alaska Experience project identified tourist meanings, motivations, and preferences for their Alaska experience. View the resulting audience-specific marketing products (film clips/ waysides) and learn about emerging communication strategies. Tundra Tots and Other Toddler Biome Programs Paulina A. Russell Toddlers and their parents are often overlooked when planning programs. Toddlers are connected to the resource by complex programs where each tot creates a biome, adding each part, in turn. Fingerprinting Wildlife Don Simons Some animals leave paw prints that can be “lifted” the same way crime scene investigators lift latent human fingerprints on TV. This activity offers demonstrations and sources for supplies and equipment.
Concurrent Sessions 1:00pm–2:00pm Interpretation’s Role in Outdoor Recreation Dana F. Smith, Bob Hinkle (102) Discover how to incorporate Certified Interpretive Guide and other interpretive training in your outdoor recreation programming. The Institute of the Great Outdoors staff uses interpretive techniques in outdoor recreation to create adult stewards. Connecting with the Digital Generation (and Having Fun in the Process!) Philip Smartt (103) How can we reach the digital generation who is so disconnected from the “real” world? By using service learning, we can enhance their educational experience and connect with them. Algonquin’s Public Wolf Howls: Connecting the Masses Rick Stronks (104) Discover how Algonquin Provincial Park staff manage this popular interpretive event that involves howling to wild wolves with over 2,000 visitors in 500 vehicles quietly and anxiously waiting for a response. Examining Cognitive Outcomes from Exposure to Nonpersonal Interpretive Materials April Rand (106) Interpretation is not instruction but provocation. What thoughts are we provoking with our nonpersonal interpretive products, and does a fact recall assessment provide us with any insights? Creativity on a Budget: Successful Interpretive Programs for Under $30 Katie Fisk (107) Is it possible to conduct an entertaining and educational program with little to no budget? Absolutely! This interactive session will demonstrate activities that will captivate any audience.
Thirty-Nine Tips for Powerful Interpretive Writing Alan Leftridge (108) This session is packed with more than 39 tips and skills you will use every day to make your writing snap with clarity, impact, and influence—and get results. Is Significance Important to Visitors? Nicole Deufel (109) Heritage legislation often places significance at the heart of designation decisions. But is significance important to visitors? This presentation shares findings from two British and Irish case studies. Extreme Makeover: NAI National Workshop Deb Tewell, Lisa Brochu (110) The NAI National Workshop is an important networking and professional development event. Join a brainstorming session with NAI staff to talk about what it should look like in the future. NAI Goes International Tim Merriman (Ballroom C) NAI provides many opportunities for international volunteerism, travel, and networking. Learn how you can become involved in NAI’s growing international program. Touchy Subject: Interpreting Endangered Species Recovery and Addressing Controversy Ronald Brown, Patricia Brown (Ballroom D) This session will explore lessons learned from interpreting the California condor reintroduction effort in Arizona, as well as issues like lead poisoning and other human-caused threats to endangered species in the wild.
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WEDNESDAY
Using the 5-M Model of Interpretation Planning as a Method For Experiential Learning at the University of Montana Western Linda M. Lyon, Buck Bradford, Gina Pasini, Tye Roth We learn best through doing! Come and see how students in the interpretation program at the University of Montana Western gain hands-on experience in their classes!
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Moving Forward with Program Evaluation Chuck Lennox (102) What are key questions that need to be answered before starting an assessment? Logic models are a means for focusing and organizing an evaluation. Simple assessment methods will be showcased. Coaching Towards Excellence: Public and Private Entities Working Together Margaret Styles, Victoria Mates, Emily Jacobs (103) Make an investment in coaching through a partnership network. In 2009, a new coaching program was initiated in Yosemite to work towards elevating visitor satisfaction to an unforgettable experience. Contemporary Issues in Historical Places Andrea DeKoter, Jamie Wolfe (104) This program is designed to assist interpreters in addressing topics such as race, gender, and religion at historic sites.
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From Hilarity to Despair: A Left-Brain Look at Programming Emotional Content Jessica Goodrich, Rob Bixler (105) Join a vivacious graduate student as she attempts to teach a dry, boring professor how to infuse emotional content into his interpretive programming. Staff training handouts provided. Lessons from the World of Theater Melissa Blank (106) Explore the impact of stress and the use of relaxation before programs. Learn about acting basics—the stage, the audience, body language, gestures, and vocal projection—as well as improvisation.
Want to share all of your great photos from the workshop? Take your digital camera to Jamie at the workshop registration desk and she’ll download your images for possible use in a slide show at the end of the week and in promotional materials for future NAI National Workshops.
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Following the Fiddler Home: Interpretive Uses of Historically and Regionally Correct Music William H. Ray (Ballroom C) This presentation examines some of the issues that site directors and would-be musical interpreters face in ensuring that music is both historically and regionally authentic. Strategic Planning in Interpretation: How Process Affects Funding, Success, and Morale Rick Parmer, Tony Faast (Ballroom D) Explores three strategic planning processes in park and wildlife agencies covering victories, defeats, and the money game. See an insider’s perspective on agency politics, successful strategies, and lessons learned. US Fish and Wildlife Service Agency Meeting 3:45pm–5:45pm (103)
Special Events Evening Check Ticket Trader for tickets.
Region 1 Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New York, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Quebec (102) Region 2 Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia (104)
Stars of Las Vegas: Planetarium 7:00–9:30pm (Meet in the foyer at 6:45)
Region 3 Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virgin Islands (105) Region 4 Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Ontario (110) Region 5 Illinois, Iowa, Manitoba, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Nunavut, South Dakota, and Wisconsin (Ballroom C)
The History of Glitz and Glamour 7:30–10:30pm (Meet in the foyer at 7:15)
Region 6 Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas (Ballroom D) Region 7 Alberta, Colorado, Idaho (zip codes 833—, 834—, 836—, 837—), Montana, New Mexico, Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, Utah, and Wyoming (106) Region 8 Arizona, southern California, and Nevada’s Clark County (107)
Dinner Cruise: The Desert Princess 5:15–9:30pm (Meet in the foyer at 5:00)
Region 9 Northern California, Guam, Hawaii, and northern Nevada (109) Region 10 Alaska, British Columbia, northern Idaho (zip codes 835—, 838—), Oregon, Washington, and Yukon (108) Music Room 10:00pm–12:00am (Top of the Riv) Superstars of Interpretation 7:30–9:30pm (Ballroom AB)
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
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Land, People, and Water: Interpreting Stakeholder Connections and Future Resources Lynda T. Folts, Mike Legg, Florence Elliott-Howard, Ray Darville, David Kulhavy (109) This presentation highlights findings of two landowner studies in Texas using a combination of statistical, interpretive methods and materials to facilitate stakeholder participation in future water resource planning.
NAI Region Meetings 3:30–4:30pm You are a member of the region in which you reside. Please attend your regional meeting.
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When Native Voices are Far Away: Overcoming Interpretation Logistical Challenges Sue Langdon (107) When your site’s relevant American Indian group lives in a different state, it creates challenges for interpretation. Overcoming logistical barriers, whether near or far, helps build positive interpretive opportunities.
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Silent Auction #3 6:30am–1:00pm (Foyer) Registration/Check-in 7:00am–5:00pm (Foyer) Breakfast 7:00–8:00am (Exhibit Hall) NAI 2011 Workshop Meeting 7:00–8:00am (Pick up breakfast in the Exhibit Hall and bring it to room 110.) Exhibit Hall 7:00am–2:00pm NAI Media & Professional Awards 8:00am–9:00am (Ballroom AB) Concurrent Sessions 9:15am–11:15am Exploring Your Park with a GPS: How to Set Up GPS Programs Mike Theune (101) Learn how a complex park with numerous recreational opportunities developed GPS programs while staying within the rules and regulations. Then go on a ranger-led GPS walk on The Strip!
The Basics of Creating Themes Jeff Miller (104) This hands-on workshop provides the groundwork to easily develop themes for your interpretive presentations and products. You will be led through a step-by-step process showing you a path to interpretive theme development. Rock Art: Getting Beyond “What Does It Mean?” Michael Peach (105) This training uses a combination of slides, storytelling, drawing, activities, and discussion to provide new interpretive tools like pictorial norms, symbol combination, metaphor, ideographs, and idioms for discussing rock art. Guestology: What Motivates a Guest to Visit Your Site? Kevin Wright (106) The motivation of guests to visit a facility is “identity-related.” Knowing how a guest sees your facility as a resource will aid in fulfilling their needs and enhance the guest experience. In this changing world, it is up to each and every one of us to as frontline staff to be proactive, ask the right questions and present a seamless experience whenever possible.
Daytime Astronomy and Solar Science: Interpreting Our Nearest Star, the Sun Anna Hurst, Kevin Poe, Bryan Mendez (102) Learn to interpret the sun, our most powerful energy source and the key to life on earth, through observations, demonstrations, and a look into the latest research in solar science.
Initiative to Establish Integrated International Guidelines for Cultural Heritage Interpretation John H. Jameson, Don Wollenhaupt (107) The ICOMOS Charter on Interpretation was adopted in 2008. An interagency, interdisciplinary task group will work to develop viable international cultural heritage interpretation guidelines that reflect evolving definitions and standards.
The Life-Changing Benefits of Connecting Children with Nature Susan Wirth (103) Learn about a network of diverse sites that have created researchbased, developmentally appropriate, natural outdoor classrooms for young children/families and how those sites are seeing increased visitation/ membership.
What Do You Need to Interpret Climate Change? Angie Richman, Paul Ollig (108) Climate change is real. But, how do you talk about it? What resources do you need? Learn about climate change communication and help us understand your communication needs.
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
Crafting an Experience for Multiple Learning Styles Using Multiple Modalities Jessica Niven-Kohring (109) Journey together to create educational experiences that are accessible to students from various ages, backgrounds, and learning styles. We’ll share and learn engaging techniques through group discussion and activities. Ghosts, Naked Men, and History: The Art and Business of Walking Storytelling Virginia A. Hirsch (110) Historic sites, homes, towns, cemeteries—any place with a story! Walking storytellers recount challenges, triumphs, loves, and losses of people and times. Explore walking tours as a business or program. Fostering Youth Involvement through Collaborative Design Tom Davies, Allison Druin, Wyndeth Davis (Ballroom C) With Kidsteam, an interdisciplinary, intergenerational design collaboration, children partner with adults and bring their own experiences and viewpoints to the design process. Mission, Mission, Mission: The Oasis in the Mirage of Interpretation John C.F. Luzader (Ballroom D) Often the desire to have an entertaining aspect to programming negates the intended mission of a site or agency. Living history programs should always relate directly with the site’s mission. Journal of Interpretation Research Round Table Carolyn Ward (Monaco 14) Those interested in the Journal of Interpretation Research will review the overall direction, purpose, and strategic plan for the future of the Journal.
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The Process for Positive Change 11:00am–3:00pm (Monaco 17) If you would like to learn more about or share your thoughts on the potential reorganization of NAI and bylaws changes, join this come-and-go session with the task force appointed by the board to develop a proposal for positive change. No decisions will be made at this meeting, but it provides a chance for you to discuss potential changes and review ideas being considered. Stay for 10 minutes or the entire time—the task force members will be available to listen and talk. Treasurer’s Meeting 11:30am–12:30pm (Monaco 14)
Concurrent Sessions 11:30am–12:30pm As Vital as Water: Managing Interpretive Programs to Foster Community Engagement Bob Loudon, David Larsen, Beth Barrie (101) The USFS and the NPS are developing strategies, cultivating partnerships, and creating interpretive programs that foster community engagement. Explore various approaches and engage in dialog about the profound potential interpretation has to build community.
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Earth to Sky: Evaluating an Interagency Community of Practice for Climate Change Interpretation Theresa Coble, Dave Smaldone, Catherine McCarthy (102) This evaluation examines the effectiveness of a NASA-led interagency Community of Practice for interpreting climate change, including climate change knowledge gains, interpretive skill development, and program-related innovations and outcomes. So, You Want to Be a Park Ranger? NPS Hiring Demystified! Kelli Y. English, Kelly Fellner (103) Gain helpful hints and insights from two seasoned supervisory rangers into the challenging process of hiring or trying to get a job in the National Park Service. Continued on next page.
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Concurrent Sessions 11:30am–12:30pm (continued) Interpretation and Training in AZA-Accredited Institutions M. Leigh Whitted, Pat Stephens Williams, Ray Darville, Mike Legg (104) This session will look at how zoos and aquariums use interpretation and train their presenters, and how they can have a bigger impact in the future. Putting Principle into Practice: Effective Use of Partnerships in Gaining Community Support Adrianne Johnson (105) Cable and Beck called it “attracting support and making friends.” Every interpreter knows partnerships can boost support—but how can you make the most of it? BLM’s New National Landscape Conservation System and Interpretive Case Studies Carolyn Z. Shelton, Rachel Sowards Thompson (106) Learn about the Bureau of Land Managements’s new National Landscape Conservation System and interpretive case studies from Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and King Range National Conservation Area. Bringing Science Directly to “Captive” Audiences: The Research Ambassador Program Amy Stasch (107) Our program is working to bring science directly to audiences distant from science. How does our program work? How do we teach scientists interpretive skills? Let’s exchange ideas!
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Tools of Engagement: Effective Strategies for Successful Cultural Connections with the Hispanic Community Allison Brody, LaNelda Rolley, Maria Marinch, Amanda Rowland (108) Successful engagement of your audience is achieved through key connections and effective communication. Strategies will be presented to authentically engage Hispanic audiences to inspire discovery and stewardship of public lands. The Best (and Worst) of Applied Interpretation Doug Knapp (109) This workshop will offer participants an opportunity to learn more about topics that received the most attention/discussion during the past year on the Applied Interpretation blog. Southern Nevada Interagency Volunteer Program: Building a Model Partnership! Nancy Bernard, Daniel L. Chase, Amy Nichols, Angelina Yost (110) This presentation will describe the reasons behind creating an interagency volunteer program, the lessons learned over the years, and the vast number of accomplishments achieved through effective collaboration. Peer Coaching: How to Start an In-house Coaching Program Elizabeth Evans, Chris Poissant (Ballroom C) Learn how three park guides designed a peer coaching program to improve the quality their site’s interpretive efforts. Speakers will share examples of evaluation templates and timelines for success. What Makes for a Compelling Story KC DenDooven (Ballroom D) A compelling story must be just that, to the listener. Your visitor starts from their base of understanding. Now you need to make them appreciate why it is that important.
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
State Park Interpretation Coordinator’s Meeting 11:30am–12:30pm (Monaco 16) Lunch 12:30pm–2:00pm (Exhibit Hall) Silent Auction #4 1:30pm–5:00pm (Foyer) Concurrent Sessions 2:15pm–3:15pm Power Bingo: Using Power Concepts to Create a Culture of Peer Assessment Michelle Riter, Renee Rusler (101) Power Bingo introduces new interpreters to effective interpretive concepts while providing all staff with less intimidating ways to assess and improve their own programs and those of peers. The Wayside Olympics: Techniques for Creating Effective Signage Ron Zimmerman, Jim Buchholz (102) Sit in the judge’s chair as we look at the best and worst outdoor interpretive signs from around the world. Discover simple, yet powerful techniques for designing attractive and meaningful wayside exhibits. Environmental Socialization Phenomena with Implications for Interpretive Naturalists Robert D. Bixler, Carin E. Vadala, J. Joy James (103) Discover life histories of 51 natural history-oriented professionals reveal extensive nature experiences through early adulthood. Interpreters aware of these phenomena can help young people move along an environmental socialization path. Citizen Scientists at Work! Volunteer Initiatives in the Upper Columbia Basin Paulina Tobar-Starkey, Marc K. Blackburn, Alyse Cadez (104) As part of the Upper Columbia Basin Network (UCBN) monitoring program, staff is enlisting help from volunteers to collect valuable data on osprey and camas lily populations in two parks.
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The Irvine Ranch Natural Landmarks: Interpreting Wilderness in a Dynamic Urban Landscape Kelley Reetz, Brian Hughes, Meghan Baumer (106) Discover the challenges faced by interpreters working on the 50,000acre Irvine Ranch Natural Landmark. Participate in activities and discussions focused on navigating interpretation in an ever-changing urban-adjacent environment. Clues to a Great Adventure: Creating an Exciting and Educational Treasure Hunt Vince Gresham (107) This session will show how to plan and present an educational treasure hunt, adaptable to almost any site. Participants will have the chance to follow clues in a sample hunt. Make a Joyful Noise: Incorporating Music into Interpretive Programs Katherine L. Evans (108) Interpreters look for ways to include multiple subjects into programs. If you’re not musically inclined, this session will show how to incorporate music into programs in a fun, nonintimidating way. Schools and National Parks Partner to Ensure that Students Are Environmentally Literate Anne Grisham, Libby Schaaf (109) This presentation provides insight into how schools can implement field trips with public agencies in order to meet state standards. The presentation will provide the national park’s and educator perspectives. Certification: Who Needs It? Lisa Brochu, Tim Merriman (110) Find out about NAI’s certification program and whether it’s right for you or your agency. Training opportunities, certification requirements, and new research will be discussed.
Mastering or Murdering Interpretation: How to Succeed and How to Fail Paul Risk (Ballroom C) How to avoid destroying yourself in public. Learn success secrets of master interpreters and techniques guaranteed to enhance your interpretive skills. Will you be boring or brilliant? The option is yours. Interpreting Minority Cultures through Living History Programming Elista Istre (Ballroom D) This presentation focuses on the challenges and benefits of interpreting minority cultures through living history programming at heritage sites despite low visitation, budget restraints, and lack of minority employees. Interpretive Career Fair: Job-Seeking Tips 2:15–3:15pm (Monaco 15)
Excellence Awards 7:00–9:00pm (Top of the Riv) Join the federal agencies and NAI in recognizing this year’s top interpreters. Agency leaders will make presentations to the national award recipients from their respective agencies. Awards presented include the Hiram M. Chittenden Award (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers), the Excellence in Interpretation or Education Award (Bureau of Land Management), the Sense of Wonder Recognition (U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service), Gifford Pinchot Excellence in Interpretation and Conservation Education Award (U.S. Forest Service), the Freeman Tilden Award (National Park Service), and NAI’s Master Front-Line Interpreter and Master Interpretive Manager awards. Music Room 10:00pm–12:00am (Top of the Riv)
NAI Section Meetings 3:30–4:30pm If you are not currently a member of a section, feel free to attend a meeting that interests you. College & University Academics (101) Council for the Interpretation of Native Peoples (102) Cultural Interpretation & Living History (103) Environmental Education (Ballroom D) International Interpretation (104) Interpretation & Tourism (105) Interpretive Media (106) Interpretive Naturalist (107) Nature Center Directors & Administrators (108) Spanish (109) Zoos, Wildlife Parks, & Aquaria (110)
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Living Cultures in Everyday Landscapes Kari Stiles, Colleen Thorpe (105) This session will explore opportunities to give living cultures a stronger voice in everyday landscapes.
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Rafting the Black Canyon of the Colorado River Meet at 8:00am for an 8:15am departure, Foyer. Wildlife on the Strip: Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat Meet at 8:15am for an 8:30am departure, Foyer. Exploring the Mojave Desert: Red Rock Canyon and Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Meet at 8:30am for an 8:45am departure, Foyer. Sandstone and Petroglyphs: Valley of Fire and Lost City Museum Meet at 8:15am for an 8:30am departure, Foyer. By Land and Water: Lake Mead National Recreation Area Meet at 8:45am for a 9:00am departure, Parking Lot. Desert-Mountain Juxtaposition: Desert National Wildlife Refuge and Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Meet at 7:45am for an 8:15am departure, Parking Lot. Museums Day: Las Vegas Natural History Museum, Old Mormon Fort State Park, and Nevada State Museum Meet at 8:30am for an 8:45am departure, Parking Lot.
Scholarship Auction Live Auction, 8:00–10:00pm Silent Auction #5, 6:00–10:00pm (Ballroom AB)
The Heart of Las Vegas: The Springs Preserve Meet at 9:00am for a 9:15am departure, Parking Lot.
Show your passion for the profession and support the NAI National Scholarship Program by purchasing items at the annual Scholarship Auction. Come early and browse the deals at the Silent Auction, T-shirts Table, and Book Nook. Then get ready for a lively auction. This is the perfect place to find holiday gifts, curiosities, collector’s items, materials for your interpretive programs, or a special treat for yourself. There will be a cash bar available while you enjoy the banter of the NAI auctioneers.
Service Trip: Burrowing Owl Habitat Enhancement, Floyd Lamb Park Meet at 8:15am for an 8:30am departure, Parking Lot. Keeping that Cutting Edge: Trainers Sharing with Trainers 8:00am–5:00pm (107) Bureau of Land Management Agency Meeting 3:30pm–5:30pm (104) Music Room 11:00pm–12:00am (Top of the Riv)
Congratulations 2010 Scholarship Recipients! NAI is dedicated to supporting education and training for young professionals in interpretation. Proceeds from the auction fund NAI’s scholarship fund, college scholarships, and training monies for students and professionals. With this fund, students received monetary support this year toward their education and to participate fully in the NAI National Workshop. Undergraduate Students Chance Finegan University of Tennessee at Martin Becki Cluff Utah Valley University Jennifer Robinson Humboldt State University Graduate Students Jessica Goodrich Clemson University Elise Kahl University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Elista Istre Arkansas State University
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Off-Site Sessions (ticket required) The meeting places are the entrance outside the foyer near the workshop registration (Foyer) and the door beyond room 110 and the restrooms adjacent to the parking lot (Parking Lot).
Stories on Stone: Sloan Canyon Petroglyph Site Meet at 8:45am for a 9:00am departure, Foyer.
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Amy Lethbridge “Heritage Interpretation as a Personal Mission” Amy Lethbridge is the deputy executive officer of the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA), a regional open space agency located in southern California, as well as an adjunct professor at Antioch University Los Angeles. A Certified Interpretive Trainer (CIT) for NAI’s Certified Interpretive Guide and Certified Interpretive Host programs, she has had the great honor of training interpretive guides in Mexico, Panama, and the Dominican Republic and has presented at numerous interpretive conferences around the world, including each of the five NAI International Conferences. She is inspired and motivated by the research, program development, and stewardship being done around the globe which demonstrates the power of interpretation as management. Lethbridge will share examples of those stories from NAI members around the world. They include interpretation as community building, interpretation as professional leadership, and interpretation as lifesaving. Her program will illustrate that all projects, those of individuals and those of organizations, are guided by a clear sense of purpose. Passionate about the importance of mission-based interpretation, Amy will share the power of creating a personal interpretive mission, which has evolved from her work with freelance guides and guides who work with for-profit tour companies to develop personal mission statements regarding interpretation and stewardship of the resources they visit.
Registration/Check-in 7:00–10:00am (Foyer) NAI 2012 Workshop Meeting 7:00–8:00am Want to help plan the 2012 NAI Workshop? Meet at Kady’s Coffee Shop. (Breakfast is on your own if you choose to purchase it.) NAI Business Meeting, Magazine Awards, and Keynote 8:00–10:00am (Ballroom AB) Concurrent Sessions 10:15am–12:15pm Let’s Take an Interpretive Walk Outside! Wil Reding (101) Let us get outside here in Las Vegas and share tips and tricks of our interpretive skills with one another! It should be an experience for us and them! A Habitat Scavenger Hunt: Incorporating Technology into the Landscape Janine Kohn, Doug Wright (102) Technology is a large component of our society—so why fight it? Learn how to incorporate GPS with lessons on the landscape at your interpretive facility! (Personal GPS units-optional) Interpreting Critical Natural Resource Issues Mike Whatley (103) Scientists are learning more about the natural resources parks are working to protect. Discover innovative ways and common ground for communicating natural resource issues and achieving your stewardship goals. Creative Conservation: Getting People to Help and Have Fun! Jessica Moore (104) Learn hands-on ways to put meaningful conservation activities into your interpretive programs that will help your audience get involved, be engaged, and take the next step towards becoming conservation stewards.
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
Geocaching: Exploring the Historical/Cultural Heritage of Downtown Las Vegas Daniel L. Chase, Daphne Sewing, Sean Mulcahy, Becca Rouas (105) This presentation will teach participants how to utilize and integrate technology (a GPS unit) in interpretive programs. Participants will then have an opportunity to explore the Las Vegas Downtown Historical/Cultural corridor. Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Climate Change Contrarians? Kevin Poe, Patrick Hair, Angie Richman (106) Climate change is controversy with a steep learning curve. Interpreters avoid the topic for fear of being heckled. Take home a personalized decision tree to build confidence and competence. Human Footprint Activities: Population, Land Use, and the Environment Jean Perry-Jones (107) Engage in lively, interdisciplinary curricula that explore impacts of human activities on land use, ecosystems, and health. Discuss projections and roads to a sustainable future. Participants get a free CD of lesson plans! Storytelling on the Wild Side: Use of Story in Interpretive Settings Harriet Cole (108) This workshop offers a lively introduction to storytelling as an effective educational and interpretive technique. Participants will improve skills that assist in engaging audiences and promoting environmental literacy. Fire Interpretation in the National Park Service R. Rudy Evenson, Kristen Maxfield, Mike Adams, Scott Isaacson, Kathy Steichen, Deb Schweizer, Aaron Baldwin (109) Seven experts from the National Park Service present success stories and insights about using the topic of wildfire to intrigue, educate, and motivate visitors in environmental education.
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Plants on Trial Stacy E. Duke (110) Introduce non-native invasive species in a fun and interactive way through a courtroom skit where students or visitors will serve as the “defendants” and “jurors.” Facebook and Twitter: Meeting Your Audience “Where They Are” Bill Hayden, David Restivo, Paul Ollig (Ballroom C) Explore the tremendous outreach and evaluation potential of social media sites like Facebook and Twitter through examples from Glacier National Park.
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Sharing Culturally Accurate and Meaningful Information about American Indian Cultures Beverly R. Ortiz (Ballroom D) This session addresses how to meet the challenge of providing accurate, meaningful information about local American Indian cultures past to present to school children and the general public during interpretive programs. CIG Instructor Forum Lisa Brochu (Top of the Riv) Network with other Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) instructors to share ideas and learn about new opportunities and updates to CIG/CIH policies and procedures. Lunch on Your Own 12:15pm–1:45pm
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Concurrent Sessions 2:00pm–3:00pm Developing a Sense of Place in an Unlikely Space Chris Brabander, Bob Hinkle, Joe Lenkey (101) Learn about the creation of a new trail system where none existed before, connecting local visitors with the natural and cultural history of the place they live, a history that spans 14,000 years. Smartphones and Mobile-Media Devices: Are They Right for Your Site? Catherine McCarthy, Dava McGahee (102) Mobile media tours can increase your site’s interpretive repertoire. Compare interpretive tours delivered on hand-held devices. Learn what the explosion of smartphones will mean for your interpretive programs. Continued on next page.
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Concurrent Sessions 2:00pm–3:00pm (continued) Cultivating Partnerships in Order to Grow Your Programs for Success Jamie Cabral (103) Learn about successful examples of MRCA partnerships with existing community groups and organizations, enhancing agency mission and the meaningful first-time visitor experience in and around the greater Los Angeles area.
Expanding the Roles Teens Play in the Interpretation Field: CIG for Monterey Bay Aquarium Teen Interpreters Jane K. Silberstein (109) Does the Certified Interpretive Guide course work for teen interpreters? Monterey Bay Aquarium staff tried it out on experienced high school-age teens summer of 2010. Come join the conversation.
In-house or Contract? Build the Best Team for Your Media Project Marc K. Blackburn (104) Learn how to make the decisions necessary to build an effective media team that gets the most from your staff and contractors.
Live! How Culture Revives with Annual Cultural Festivals Ida Hanohano (110) National parks in Hawaii encompass sacred and significant places, which allow an interpretation oasis where the living Hawaiian host culture is shared through annual cultural festivals focused on varied audiences.
Tapping into Teacher Education David Saxe (105) Interpretation isn’t just for parks, museums and historical sites! Interpretation works for teachers too! Come learn about the Penn State Heritage Education program, which combines teacher education with professional interpretation.
Inspired Minds Want to Know! Using Art During Backcountry Camps to Connect Youth to Nature Megan Kohli (Ballroom C) Youth camps Grand Inspiration and Grand Canyon in Focus guided campers in the backcountry, focusing on art and photography as a means to connect youth to nature.
Build Your Interpretive Brand: Strategies of Fortune 500 Firms that Work for Interpreters Frank Binney (106) Branding your interpretive site, program, or visitor experience creates value for visitors and helps you stand out in the marketplace. Learn the practical, step-by-step techniques big firms use to create, build, and manage their brands.
Going High Tech on a Low Budget J. Patrick Barry, Daniel T. Porter (Ballroom D) Technology helps us reach out to non-traditional audiences. We’ll discuss how we can embrace technology on a low budget. Technology types include: geocaches, podcasts, cell phones, virtual tours, and more.
Traveling Trunks in the National Park Service Carrie Hearn (107) This presentation will cover the idea of setting up a traveling trunk in a national park. It will cover various approaches and explain the importance of the trunk program.
InterpPress Opportunities Paul Caputo, Carolyn Ward (Monaco 14) This informational session will address the various platforms available to writers through NAI, including Legacy magazine, the Journal of Interpretation Research, InterpPress e-books, and online sources.
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
Concurrent Sessions 3:15pm–4:15pm Nuts and Bolts: Managing the River Mountains Loop Trail Wayside Project R. Sky McClain, Elizabeth KerwinNisbet, Theresa Coble, Pat Stephens Williams, Ray Darville (101) This program will give interpreters effective/workable strategies to follow when given responsibility for a wayside project. Tablet PCs: Their Impact on Interpretive Outreach and Publication Craig Rademacher (102) Tablet PCs are changing how people consume print media. We will explore the scope of this new digital ecosystem and its impact on interpretive publication planning and distribution. Growing Your Interpretation Program from Infancy through Adolescence to Maturity Jay Miller (103) Participants will apply the concept of growth stages to advances in their overall interpretation program, with examples of both program growth and corresponding growth of individual interpreters. What’s New with the NPS Visitor Services Project After 20+ Years Margaret Littlejohn (104) Find out what’s new with the National Park Service Visitor Services Project (VSP)—new visitor evaluation tools, survey options, and VSP database. Learn how this data benefits park managers. Let’s Go Outside Today at the Workshop Using a Handheld GPS Unit Cindy Samples (105) Go outside with me and learn how to use a handheld GPS unit. Don’t worry if you don’t have a GPS unit, there will be loaners available.
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Ten Ways to Tell a Story Judy Fort Brenneman (107) Speak it, write it, sing it; put it in a poem, a play, a blog post, an exhibit: what happens to stories when we “tell” them in different forms and places? Explore 10 ways to keep your stories fresh, intriguing, and engaging. Exploring New Delivery Methods: Using Graphic Novels to Extend the Outdoor Experience Amy L. Page, Allison Brody (108) Program providers are challenged to extend outdoor experiences beyond the isolation of the interpretive event and into the daily lives of participants through creative delivery methods such as graphic novels.
Digging Dinosaurs Scott Mair (109) Use the public’s fascination with dinosaurs to develop critical thinking, observation skills, and appreciation of today’s natural world. Session includes a primer on dinos, some songs, and activities.
Bridging the Gap Between the Classroom and the Nature Center Melissa J. Squirlock (Ballroom D) A strong connection between the nature center and classroom can foster a sense of ownership for students. This session will detail methods used by Butternut Valley to achieve this goal.
Heritage Education for Your Site: Project Archaeology’s New Investigating Shelter Curriculum Margaret A. Heath (110) Project Archaeology’s Investigating Shelter is endorsed by the National Council for the Social Studies. Experience lessons; learn how to use it and other Project Archaeology materials in your setting.
Awards Banquet and Karaoke 6:00pm–12:00am (Top of the Riv, ticket required) We will honor the shining stars of NAI this evening in the Top of the Riv, where the nighttime views of the Vegas lights are stupendous. John Luzader, the recipient of the NAI Fellow Award, NAI’s highest honor, will receive his award this night. Other award recipients who will have received their awards earlier in the week will be recognized. Dress in your Sunday best, but after dinner and the award presentation, plan to let your inhibitions go and become part of the evening’s entertainment with NAI’s very own karaoke night.
Urban Black Students: An Audience Analysis Rachel Demascal (Ballroom C) Urban, black, students. Three terms, many questions: What does an interpreter need to know about an urban audience? What does an interpreter need to know about a student audience? Does race matter?
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
SATURDAY
NAI’s InterpNet Conference: Professional Growth in a Financial Drought Todd Bridgewater (106) Professional development withered as budgets dried up like the desert. Extract water from stone though interpretive opportunities and current webinar technology. (Subject to overflow)
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PROFESSIONAL & SERVICE AWARDS
NAI Fellow John Luzader Principle Living Museums of the West
Living Museums of the West
Professional Historical Interpretive Specialists and Consultants
Master communicator, educator, and mentor, John is one of the very best professionals in the field of interpretation. With more than 500 publications and over 1,000 interpretive programs throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and China, he has brought American history to life. He not only makes you laugh and cry, but also makes you think. John has always been an important mentor and strong supporter of NAI’s scholarship programs. He is also the co-founder of NAI’s Cultural Interpretation and Living History Section. —Scott Mair Master Interpretive Manager Kelly Farrell Assistant Chief of Interpretation Arkansas State Parks Creative leader, mentor, planner, and trainer, Kelly Farrell has fostered a positive process for frontline interpreters across the U.S. and Korea to see themselves and their value and purpose in this profession. Kelly has been instrumental in building a truly collaborative experience in Arkansas in NAI’s Region 6—serving as director and on the NAI national board. Kelly’s innovative approach is helping to bridge the divide that so often exists between interpreters and managers. A strong supporter of NAI’s certification programs, she shares her passion for interpretation with grace and professionalism. —Scott Mair Master Interpretive Manager Jenn Wright VP of Education Kalamazoo Nature Center Jenn Wright is an intelligent, dedicated, and self-motivated interpreter who began as a volunteer and is now vice president of education. Her ability to see the big picture as well as being able to manage makes her a natural leader at local and regional levels. Whether writing plans, working with local groups, fundraising, or working to coordinate workshops or national speakers, Jenn’s passion for our natural world and the interpretive profession means that the future is in good hands. —Peter Stobie
Outstanding Senior Interpreter Neil Garrison Former Manager Martin Nature Park Neil has worked a dual role of frontline interpreter and park manager for 30 years. Neil is skilled as a mentor, creative programmer, trainer, manager, media specialist, and naturalist-conservationist. At Martin Park, Neil and his staff/volunteers worked hard to offer fun, family-friendly, hands-on programming for a mostly urban audience, thus helping folks stay connected to nature. Neil worked tirelessly to work the frontline and behind the scenes for Martin Park. Neil pitched in to do anything and everything despite little help and an ever-shrinking budget. —Kelly Farrell
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
25 Master Front-Line Interpreter Molly Postlewait Naturalist Ernie Miller Nature Center
Master Front-Line Interpreter Pat Silovsky Director Milford Nature Center Pat demonstrates a mastery of interpretive techniques. While the topics and themes are similar to what is available at many other nature centers, Pat’s programs are loaded with unusual props, live animals, and plenty of engaging activities. In addition to being an excellent interpreter, she is a leader and mentor. Pat has served as NAI Region 6 director and as the Kansas state coordinator. She is able to work with people of all ages and spark in them wonder and a greater awareness of Kansas’s natural resources. —Lisa Cole
Outstanding Volunteer Interpreter Jim Hawes Volunteer Burr Oak Woods Nature Center Over the past 14 years Jim Hawes has donated over 3,500 hours of his time. He has been very involved in presenting interpretive training for both staff and volunteers. Jim has been the keynote speaker at both an Association of Missouri Interpreters and at the Kansas City Interpretive Site Coalition conferences. Jim shares his love for the outdoors by helping to develop the nature center’s most popular fishing program. A Certified Interpretive Guide and wonderful storyteller, he promotes a strong belief in the role of interpretation in our world today. —Lisa LaCombe Outstanding New Interpreter Randy Pearson Educator Sea World Randy Pearson began his career at Bull Shoals State Park in Arkansas as a seasonal. After a staff vacancy he became the park’s sole interpreter without complaint. In 2008 Randy began to shine as a full-time interpreter. After attending interpretive skills training, he learned that interpreters must interpret the park’s resources and share the message of why the park exists and how everything is connected. Randy’s hard work and success continued at Sea World in San Diego, where he was awarded employee of the month during his first year—something that had never been done at Sea World. He continues to use his talents as an interpreter to reach huge numbers of people with fun, memorable, conservation messages every day. —Kelly Farrell
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
PROFESSIONAL & SERVICE AWARDS
The variety of interpretive programs Molly has developed is astounding. Her programming includes preschool programs using song and movement activities, programs for families and children, wildlife and outdoor skills programs, Outdoor Adventure Camps, Moonlight Canoe Excursions, the Ernie Miller Park Summer Camp Program, programs for teens and adults, nature yoga programs, cave trips, and a Women’s Outdoor Experience event; and her theatrical programs charm all audiences. Molly is an amazing interpreter because her creative energy cannot be contained. —Scott Mair
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PROFESSIONAL & SERVICE AWARDS
Community Interpretive Service Melanie Flamme NPS Biologist Yukon Charley Rivers Preserve While Melanie Flamme provides the same information to the education outreach and interpretive programs that other NPS scientists, she goes many steps further. Considering her regular workload, Melanie demonstrates that she highly values interpretation and outreach. She is not simply a supporter of our interpretive and outreach programs but, rather, is a valuable member of our team. Melanie is a clear example of how scientists and interpreters can work together to teach others the importance of the national parks and the environment. —Tracie Pendergrast
Legacy Magazine Awards Outstanding Feature Heidi Bailey “Of the Rocks, for the People” May/June 2009 Volume 20, Number 3
Outstanding Column
Outstanding Commentary
Allyson Mathis
Ron Russo
“Connecting People and Parks: The PAIR Model”
“Lessons of an Old Man”
November/December 2009 Volume 20, Number 6
May/June 2009 Volume 20, Number 3
Thanks, Judges and Committees! Thanks to those who volunteered their time for NAI’s professional, media, and magazine awards. Howard Aprill Biff Baird Marc Blackburn Katie Blesener Chris Brabander Ann Bugeda Jamie Cabral Dominic Cardea Kevin Damstra Tom Davies Wendy Davis
John Dell’Osso Kelli English Katherine Evans Kelly Farrell Amy Ford Glenda Franich Marylou Herlihy Karin Hostetter Sarah Keating Sue Kenney Jean Kinnear
Shea Lewis Michael Liang Bill Lindemann Bonnie Lippitt Lynne Mager Jeff Miller John Miller Tom Mullin Tom Neuman Mary Anne Parker Donna Richardson
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
Tom Richter Duncan Rollo Judy Rosen Phil Sexton Wren Smith Linda Strand Patti Wold Kevin Wright Amy Yee
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Trail Guide
1. Voices of the Valley Audio Tour Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
1. Scavenger Hike Adventures in Shenandoah National Park Shenandoah National Park Association
Book
Video (Long)
1. Lake Clark National Park and Preserve Alaska Geographic and Lake Clark National Park and Preserve
1. Pipestone: An Unbroken Legacy Great Divide Pictures, Pipestone National Monument
Children’s Book
2. Dreams and Dilemmas: Fort Scott and the Growth of the Nation A Signature Production for the National Park Service
1. If You Were a Bear Rachel Mazur, Sarina Jepsen, and Julie Tribe
3. Wet Alberta North Shore Productions, Inc.
2. Animals Count in Grand Canyon National Park Grand Canyon Association
Video (Short) 1. Carleton Martello Tower: Sentinel of Saint John Parks Canada – Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site
Curriculum 1. Exploring the Outdoors with Aldo Leopold Leopold Education Project
2. Burgess Shale Interpretive Hike Promotional Video, Yoho National Park Parks Canada – Yoho, Kootenay, Lake Louise Field Unit
Interior Exhibit 1. Children’s Discovery Center at Guadalupe River State Park Texas Parks and Wildlife Interpretive Services 2. Discover the Circle of Sustainability – Interpreting a Green Building Neighborhood House, Stella Color, Cascade Interpretive Consulting LLC 3 (tie). Before the Rush – Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Taylor Studios, Inc.
1. International Crane Foundation’s Spirit of Africa Exhibit International Crane Foundation / 106 Group / Blue Rhino Studio 2. LIFE in Desert Extremes – Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park Waysides Taylor Studios, Inc. 3. Lake to Lake Trail Wayside Interpretive Panels and Trailhead Orientation Cleveland Metroparks Big Creek Reservation Lake to Lake Trail
3 (tie). Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook Visitor Center Exhibits California State Parks and Split Rock Studios Site Publication 1 (tie). Silent Storytellers of Totem Bight State Historical Park Alaska Geographic and Totem Bight State Historical Park 1 (tie). Alpenglow, Summer 2009 Visitor Guide for Denali National Park and Preserve Denali National Park and Preserve, in partnership with Alaska Geographic
Wayside Exhibit
Web/Multimedia 1. Lincoln Memorial Interactive National Park Service, Bluecadet, VideoArt Productions, Lightspeed, Joshua Cogan 2. Angels Landing eHike Zion National Park
3. De Soto National Memorial Junior Ranger Activity Book De Soto National Memorial
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
INTERPRETIVE MEDIA COMPETITION
Audio
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EXHIBITORS
Jane Rohling Communication Arts (115) www.janerohling.com 106 Group (111) www.106Group.com Acorn Naturalists (301) www.Acornnaturalists.com American Park Network (106) www.OhRanger.com Association of Partners for Public Lands (402) www.appl.org Best Exhibits, Inc. (318) www.best-exfab.com Big Muddy Workshop (406) www.bigmuddyworkshop.com BookSmart (212) www.interpnet.com Budd Wentz Productions (500) www.wentzscope.com Bureau of Land Management (327) www.blm.gov/education Center for Science Teaching and Learning (307) www.cstl.org Condit Exhibits (207) www.condit.com Cornell Lab of Ornithology (104) www.birds.cornell.edu/netcommunity The Design Minds (124) www.thedesignminds.com
KC Publications (313/315) www.nationalparkbooks.com Kubala Washatko Architects (306) www.tkwa.com NAI Association Store (310) www.naimembers.com/store
Split Rock Studios (210) www.splitrockstudios.com Taylor Studios, Inc. (410) www.taylorstudios.com Tour-Mate Systems (220) www.tourmate.com US Army Corps of Engineers (120) www.usace.army.mil
NAI National Workshop 2011 (202) www.interpnet.com/workshop
US Fish and Wildlife Service (326/328) www.fws.gov/letsgooutside
NAI Region 4 (101) www.nairegions.org/4
US Forest Service (119) www.fs.fed.us/r2/cdi
NAI Region 10 (105) www.nairegions.org/10
US Media (412) www.usmediaservices.com
NAI Section: Council for the Interpretation of Native Peoples (113) www.naisections.org/cinp
VarroBook (412) www.varrobook.com
NAI Section: Interpretive Media (103) www.naisections.org/im NASA (229) www.nasa.gov National Park Service (403) www.nps.gov National Park Service–Fire and Aviation (303/305) www.nps.gov/fire National Park Service/Kansas Parks (325/424) Nature Watch (206) www.nature-watch.com
Eastern National (400) www.easternnational.org
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (404) www.education.noaa.gov
Environment for the Americas (414) www.birdday.org
North Shore Productions (221) www.northshorepro.com
Erica Fielder Studio (320) www.ericafielder-ecoartist.com
On Cell Systems (311) www.oncellsystems.com
Fulcrum Publishing (107) www.fulcrumbooks.com
Outdoor Educators Insurance (426) www.outdooreducatorsinsurance.com
Glyphguy Backpacks (122) www.glyphguy.com
Partners & Sirny (227) www.partnersandsirny.com
GWWO Inc, Architects (218) www.gwwoinc.com
Rosene Creative/ VarroBook (219) www.rosenecreative.com
Interpretive Graphics (121) www.InterpretiveGraphics.com
Solid Terrain Modeling (200) www.stm-usa.com
iZone (214) www.izoneimaging.com
Southern California Research Learning Center (401/502) www.researchlearningcenter.org
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
Wildware (204) www.wildware.net
29 Suzanne Eder, Education Director, Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve
Paul Anderson, Director of Environmental Education Studio, Partners & Sirny Aaron Baldwin, Fire Management Officer, Lake Mead National Recreation Area Beth Barrie, CIT, Assistant Research Professor, University of Nevada Las Vegas J. Patrick Barry, CIT, CIG, Supervisory Park Ranger, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Meghan Baumer, Public Programs Coordinator, Irvine Ranch Conservancy Dr. Gregory M. Benton, CIT, CIG, Assistant Professor, University of Arkansas Nancy Bernard, LAME Volunteer Program Manager, National Park Service Frank Binney, CIG, Interpretive Planner, Frank Binney & Associates Robert D. Bixler, CIT, Associate Professor, Clemson University Marc K. Blackburn, Interpretive Specialist, Nez Perce National Historical Park, National Park Service Melissa Blank, CIG, Graduate Assistant/Interpreter, Historic Daniel Boone Home, Lindenwood University Chris Brabander, CIP, Visual Communications Manager, Cleveland Metroparks Buck Bradford, Student, University of Montana Todd Bridgewater, CIT, CIG, Oklahoma City Zoo Lisa Brochu, CIP, CIT, CIG, Associate Director, National Association for Interpretation Dr. Allison Brody, Project Manager, Conservation Education and Interpretation, UNLV Public Lands Institute Ronald Brown, Park Guide, National Park Service Patricia Brown, Park Guide, National Park Service Kate Bullock, Traveling Trainer, Subaru/Leave No Trace
Jim Buchholz, Assistant Director, Schmeeckle Reserve at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Jamie Cabral, Division Chief, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority Alyse Cadez, Education and Volunteer Coordinator, National Park Service Paul Caputo, MFA, CIT, Art & Publications Director, National Association for Interpretation Daniel L. Chase, Ph.D., Project Manager - Get Outdoors Nevada, UNLV Public Lands Institute Carol S. Clark, Interpretive Specialist, National Trails Intermountain Region, National Park Service Theresa Coble, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Arthur Temple College of Forestry, Stephen F. Austin State University Harriet Cole, Assistant Director, South Mountain Community College Storytelling Institute Ray Darville, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Sociology, Arthur Temple College of Forestry, Stephen F. Austin State University Tom Davies, Park Ranger, Emerging Media, National Park Service Wyndeth Davis, Acting Chief of Interpretation and Education, National Park Service Karissa DeCarlo, CIG, Supervisory Interpreter, Timpanogos Cave National Monument, National Park Service
Florence Elliott-Howard J.D., Professor, Stephen F. Austin State University Kelli Y. English, Community Outreach Specialist, National Park Service Elizabeth Evans, Park Ranger, National Park Service Katherine L. Evans, CIG, Assistant Superintendent, Arkansas State Parks R. Rudy Evenson, Fire Communication and Education Specialist, National Park Service Tony Faast, Biologist, US Fish and Wildlife Service Ted Fedyk, Vice President, Outdoor Educators Insurance Kelly Fellner, Chief of Interpretation and Education, National Park Service Katie Fisk, CIG, Environmental Educator, Briar Bush Nature Center Dr. Lynda T. Folts, CIG, CIT, CIH, Ph.D., consultant, Folts Management Amy L. Ford, CIG, CIH, Park Supervisor, Cave Creek Regional Park, Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Judy Fort Brenneman, CIT, CIG, Owner, Greenfire Creative, LLC Adrienne Freeman, Interpretive Park Ranger, Yosemite National Park Winnie Frost, Project Manager, National Park Service, Harpers Ferry Center Amy Glowacki, Youth Programs Coordinator, Lowell National Historical Park Jessica Goodrich, CIG, Graduate Assistant, Clemson University
Andrea DeKoter, Park Ranger, National Park Service
Vince Gresham CIG, Assistant Director, Rum Village Nature Center
Rachel Demascal, MS, CHI, CIG, Education Coordinator, Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park
Dr. Anne Grisham, Principal and Magnet Director, Clark County School District
KC DenDooven, Publisher / President, KC Publications
Patrick Hair, Park Ranger Education Specialist, National Park Service
Nicole Deufel, Director, STEM Interpretation
Matt Hampsey, CHI, CIG, Park Ranger, New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Allison Druin, Director, HumanComputer Interaction Lab, University of Maryland Stacy E. Duke, Recreation Specialist/ Conservation Education Program Manager, U.S. Forest Service
Ida Hanohano, Park Ranger, Interpretation, NPS Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail Glenn Hart, Education Specialist/ Volunteer Coordinator, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
CONCURRENT SESSION PRESENTERS
Mike Adams, Chief of Interpretation, Mammoth Cave National Park
30 Bill Hayden, Interpretive Specialist, Glacier National Park
CONCURRENT SESSION PRESENTERS
Carrie Hearn, M.A. Ed., Interpretive Park Ranger, National Park Service Margaret A. Heath, Chief Heritage Education Project Manager, Bureau of Land Management Bob Hinkle, Ph.D., CIP, CIT, Chief, Division of Outdoor Education, Cleveland Metroparks Dr. Virginia A. Hirsch, CIG, Founder and owner, Bayfield Heritage Tours, LLC Carla Hoopes, CIT, Program Coordinator, Our Wetland Project, Montana State University Karin Hostetter, CIT, Writer/Trainer, Interpret This Tracy Howard, Traveling Trainer, Subaru/Leave No Trace Brian Hughes, CIP, CIG, Field Naturalist, Irvine Ranch Conservancy Anna Hurst, CIG, Astronomy Educator, Astronomical Society of the Pacific Scott Isaacson, Fire Education Specialist, Lassen Volcanic National Park Elista Istre, M.A., Graduate Assistant, Arkansas State University Moriah Istre, Graduate Assistant, Arkansas State University Emily Jacobs, CIT, CIG, Manager of Interpretive Services, DNC P&R @ Yosemite J. Joy James, Assistant Professor, Appalachian State University John H. Jameson, Archeologist, National Park Service Adrianne Johnson, CIG, Interpreter, Niobrara National Scenic River Jon Jokiel, Park Ranger, KalokoHonokohau National Historical Park Elizabeth Kerwin-Nisbet, Park Ranger/ Planner, National Park Service, Harpers Ferry Center Anne Ketz, CEO and Technical Director , The 106 Group Doug Knapp, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Indiana University Megan Kohli, Camp Coordinator, National Park Service Janine Kohn, National Education Specialist, Leopold Education Project Dr David Kulhavy, Regents Professor, Stephen F Austin State University
Brenda Lackey, CIT, CIG, CIH, Assistant Professor of Interpretation, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Sue Langdon, CIT, CIG, CIH, Park Ranger, National Park Service David Larsen, Training Manager Interpretation, Education, Recreation & Conservation, National Park Service Bowen Lee, CIG, Storyteller, Arts Council of Monterey County Marc LeFebre, Senior Program Manager, Council for Environmental Education Alan Leftridge, CIT, Consultant, Alan Leftridge Consulting Dr. Mike Legg, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Stephen F. Austin State University Joe Lenkey, CIP, Exhibits Coordinator, Cleveland Metroparks Chuck Lennox, CIG, CIT, CIH, Principal, Cascade Interpretive Consulting LLC Shea L. Lewis, CIM, CHI, Region IV Supervisor, Arkansas State Parks Kristin Libberton, CIG, Project WILD Assistant, Colorado Division of Wildlife Margaret Littlejohn, Visitor Services Project Director, National Park Servcice Bob Loudon, Partnership Coordinator, U.S. Forest Service John C.F. Luzader, Principal, Living Museums of the West Linda M. Lyon, PhD., CIT, Environmental Science Faculty, University of Montana Western Scott Mair, Programs Manager, Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary Maria Marinch, President, Language Sources Victoria Mates, Branch Chief Interpretive Field Operations, Yosemite Nationa Park Kristen Maxfield, Firefighter Interpreter, Natchez Trace Parkway Catherine McCarthy, M.S., Consultant, Catherine McCarthy Associates R. Sky McClain, Educational Outreach Program Manager, Southern Nevada Agency Partnership (NPS, BLM, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Forest Service) Dava McGahee, M.S., Cultural Resources Manager, National Park Service
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
Dr. Bryan Mendez, Space Science Education and Public Outreach Specialist, University of California, Berkeley Tim Merriman, CIP, CIT, CIG, Executive Director, National Association for Interpretation Jay Miller, CIP, CIT, Chief of Interpretation, Arkansas State Parks Jeff Miller, CIT, CIG, Guide I, California State Parks / Hearst Castle Jessica Moore, CIG, CIT, Education Program Coordinator, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park John Morris, Interpretive Training and Media Specialist, National Park Service Sean Mulcahy, Ph.D., Assistant Research Professor, UNLV Geoscience Dept. Amy Nichols, US Forest Service, Natural Resource Officer, US Forest Service Jessica Niven-Kohring, M.A., Director of Camp Programs, Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority Debra Noel, Campground Interp Program Mgr, Public Lands Interpretive Assn Paul Ollig, Chief of Interpretation, John Day Fossil Beds National Monument Beverly R. Ortiz, Ph.D., Naturalist and Docent/Volunteer Coordinator, East Bay Regional Park District Amy L. Page, Environmental Education Specialist, UNLV Public Lands Institute Pam Paquet, CSP, CCC, MEd, Corporate Trainer & Professional Speaker, Pam Paquet & Associates Corporate Training Rick Parmer, Chief of Interpretive and Recreational Services, East Bay Regional Park District Gina Pasini, Student, University of Montana Michael Peach, CIT, CIG, Professional Guide/Trainer, Pink Jeep Tours Jean Perry-Jones, Workshop Facilitator; Retired Teacher, Population Connection Kevin Poe, Supervisory Park Ranger / Interpretive Ranger, and International IDP Instructor, Bryce Canyon National Park
31 Ms. Libby Schaaf, District Interpretive Ranger, National Park Service
Daniel T. Porter, Park Guide for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Deb Schweizer, Fire Education Specialist, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Molly Sue Postlewait, Senior Park Naturalist, Johnson County Park and Recreation District Craig Rademacher, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Northern Michigan University April Rand, CIG, CIT, Graduate Student, University of Idaho William H. Ray, CIG, Lead Interpreter, Lindenwood University Wayne Reckard, Interpretive Planning Director, The Kubala Washatko Architects, Inc. Wil Reding, CHI, Interpretive Naturalist, Rent A Rambling Naturalist Kelley Reetz, CIT, CIG, Field Naturalist, Irvine Ranch Conservancy David Restivo, Visual Information Specialist, Glacier National Park Angie Richman, Communication Specialist, NPS Climate Change Respose Program Dr. Paul Risk, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, Texas Michelle Riter, District Interpreter, Lake Mead National Recreation Area LaNelda Rolley, Marketing Communications Specialist, UNLV Public Lands Institute Tye Roth, Student, University of Montana Becca Rouas, K–5 Science teacher, Solomon Schechter Day School Amanda Rowland, Education Outreach Program Manager, Southern Nevada Agency Partnership Chay Runnels, Assistant Professor, Stephen F. Austin State University Renee Rusler, Park Ranger, Whitman Mission National Historic Site Paulina A. Russell, Park Ranger, National Park Service Paige Rutherford, Interpretive Education Associate, Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve Cindy Samples, CIT, CIH, Visitor Services Manager, Upper Mississippi River NWR/US Fish & Wildlife Service David Saxe, CIG, CIT, Ph.D, Professor, Penn State University
Daphne Sewing, Project ManagerForever Earth and Discover Mojave Programs, UNLV Public Lands Institute Carolyn Z. Shelton, CIT, CIG, CIH, Assistant Monument Manager, Science & Planning, Bureau of land Management
Paulina Tobar-Starkey, Science Communication Specialist, NPS Upper Columbia Basin Network, Inventory and Monitoring Program John Tyson, Senior Program Manager, Council for Environmental Education Jason Urroz, CIG, Program Manager, Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation - Kids in Parks Carin E. Vadala, Research Associate, Clemson University
Jane K. Silberstein, MS, CIT, Senior Interpreter, Monterey Bay Aquarium
Carolyn Ward, Editor, Journal of Interpretation Research
Don Simons, CHI, Park Interpreter, Mount Magazine State Park, Arkansas State Parks
Mike Whatley, Chief, Office of Education & Outreach, National Park Service
Dave Smaldone, Assistant Professor, West Virginia University
M. Leigh Whitted, CHI, Senior Education Specialist, Houston Zoo
Dr. Philip Smartt, CIT, Associate Professor, Univ. Of Tenn. At Martin
Susan Wirth, Nature Explore Outreach Director, Arbor Day Foundation & Dimensions Educational Research Foundation
Dana F. Smith, CIP, CIG, Outdoor Recreation Manager, Cleveland Metroparks Rachel Sowards Thompson, King Range Interpretive Specialist, BLM Melissa J. Squirlock, CIG, Coordinator, Butternut Valley Nature Center/University of Tennessee
Jamie Wolfe, Park Ranger, National Park Service Don Wollenhaupt, Regional Chief of Interpretation, NPS Doug Wright, Michigan State Coordinator, Leopold Education Project
Amy Stasch, MSES, MPA, Research Ambassador Program Manager, The Evergreen State College
Kevin Wright, CIT, CIG, Security Training Supervisor, Monterey Bay Aquarium
Kathy Steichen, Chief of Interpretation, Olympic National Park
Angelina Yost, US Fish & Wildlife Service, Natural Resource Officer, US Fish & Wildlife Service
Pat Stephens Williams, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Arthur Temple College of Forestry, Stephen F. Austin State University
Ron Zimmerman, Director, Schmeeckle Reserve, University of WisconsinStevens Point
Kari Stiles, Ph.D., Associate, Jones & Jones Architects + Landscape Architects + Planners Rick Stronks, Chief Park Naturalist, Algonquin Provincial Park Margaret Styles, M.S., Interpretation Coach, National Park Service Deb Tewell, CIP, CIT, CIG, Events Director, National Association for Interpretation Mike Theune, Park Ranger, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, National Park Service LuAnn Thompson, CIG, Interpreter I, California State Parks Colleen Thorpe, Associate, Jones & Jones Architects + Landscape Architects + Planners
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
CONCURRENT SESSION PRESENTERS
Chris Poissant, Park Ranger, National Park Service
Riviera Convention Center Riviera Convention Center
Ballroom Sessions:
Wednesday: Welcome Sessions: Ballroom NAI Business Meeting Wednesday: Keynote Welcome Special Event:Meeting Superstars of Interpretation NAI Business Thursday: Keynote Interpretive Media & Special Event: Superstars of Interpretation Professional Awards Recognition Thursday: Friday: Interpretive Media & Scholarship Auction Professional Awards Recognition Saturday: Friday: Keynote Scholarship Auction Saturday: Keynote Approximate scale 100 feet
Exhibit Hall:
Exhibitor Booths
Ballroom AB
NAI Association Exhibit Hall:Store (Tues. Eve., Wed.–Thurs.) Exhibit Hall
Ballroom AB
Exhibit Hall C
D
C
D
Concurrent Sessions
Approximate scale 100 feet
To Hotel Check-in/Casino
Workshop Foyer
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Workshop Foyer
103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110
To Hotel Check-in/Casino
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102
Concurrent Sessions
101
102
Concurrent Sessions
Marketplace of Ideas Wednesday, 1:00-3:15 PM Marketplace of Ideas Wednesday, 1:00-3:15 PM
North
Concurrent Sessions Outside/Parking Area
Outside/ Parking Area
Outside/Parking Area
Workshop Check-in & Registration
Silent Auction | Ticket Trader | Volunteer Sign-Up | Message Board Workshop Check-in & Registration Freebie Table | Auction Items Drop-off | Interpretive Career Fair NAI Association only) Silent Auction | Store Ticket(Sat. Trader | Volunteer Sign-Up | Message Board Freebie Table | Auction Items Drop-off | Interpretive Career Fair NAI Association Store (Sat. only)
Monaco Tower Monaco Tower
Top of the Riv Ballroom Penthouse Level Top of the Riv Ballroom Penthouse Level
First Timers Meeting Tuesday, 5:30-6:30 PM First Timers Meeting Tuesday, 5:30-6:30 PM
Thursday: Excellence In Interpretation Awards Saturday Thursday: Awards Banquet Excellence In Interpretation Awards Saturday Awards Banquet
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Guest Rooms Guest Rooms
South
To Royale
Outside/ Parking Area
North
South
To Royale
Concurrent Sessions
Music Room Wed.-Fri. nights Music Room Wed.-Fri. nights
Interpretive Media Awards: Winning Entries Exhibitor Booths Opening Reception NAI Association Store (Tues. Eve., Wed.–Thurs.) Wednesday Interpretive Lunch Media Awards: Winning Entries Thursday Breakfast and Lunch Opening Reception Wednesday Lunch Thursday Breakfast and Lunch
Concurrent Sessions
Guest Rooms Guest Rooms
FLOOR PLANS
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Monaco Meeting Rooms Second Floor Monaco Meeting Rooms Second Floor
NAI National Workshop | Las Vegas, Nevada | November 16–20, 2010
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