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Monday, October 7, 2024

Training Opportunities: Week of October 7, 2024

MPS Training Division In-Service Training Opportunities

October 15th and 16th - Search and Rescue 
Location: Soldiers Delight
This course covers the basic techniques of search and rescue, mapping, compass and grid reader work. This is a two day class that includes classroom and field activities. 

October 17th - Altec Training
Location: Martinak
During the class we provide training on the safe operation of your Altec unit based on OSHA regulations, ANSI Standards, and our manufacturer recommendations. Each class can hold up to 15 students and traditionally runs 8am - 4pm.

October 21st and 22nd - Tree Risk Assessment Class
Location: New Germany State Park
(Formerly Hazardous Tree Assessment).  This class will be led by folks from the Forest Service team and will cover how to determine tree health and risks and how to evaluate the next steps once the trees are identified. If you have taken this class in the past, you may want to consider a refresher as there will be new material presented!

October 23rd and 24th - Leadership Workshop 
Location: New Germany State Park
This session is designed for folks who are field supervisors (Leads, Asst. Mgrs., Managers, Maint. Sups, etc) with the goal of learning new skills and ideas in leading employees while also getting to know your fellow MPS leaders. Hopefully the class topics and activities will give insight into better management and motivation to your home park team.

October 25th - Portable Sawmill Operation and Training
Location: New Germany State Park
Our Forestry Partners are bringing a portable sawmill to New Germany to show us what potential and value there is in using these mills.  Along with the Forestry Staff, Kendall Mott from Seneca Creek (where we have a similar sawmill) will demonstrate and discuss opportunities these mills can create at your facility.  If you have some logs at your park you might want to mill, please coordinate that with John Ohler on ideal dimensions for your logs.



 Maryland DNR and Maryland Office of Recreation

Maryland Outdoor Recreation Summit

Date: October 9-11

Location: Rocky Gap Casino and Resort (Flintstone, MD)

Cost: DNR Employees - $175

Registration is now open for the first-ever Maryland Outdoor Recreation Summit this October 9-11, 2024 at Rocky Gap Casino and Resort! Hosted by the Maryland Office of Recreation and Maryland DNR.

This inaugural event is an opportunity to come together for exciting conversations on the importance of outdoor recreation for Maryland’s environment, workforce, quality of life and economy. It is catered to outdoor industry enthusiasts including non-profits, community organizations, private businesses, university students, and public decision-makers.

Here are a few reasons to attend:

  • Make new connections with outdoor industry professionals.
  • Experience outdoor adventures in western Maryland during peak fall foliage.
  • Attend unique trainings and workshops.
  • Get inspired!

Click here to view the entire schedule


Register by October 1st to join us at the inaugural Maryland Outdoor Recreation Summit and expand your horizons in outdoor recreation!


We are providing a scholarship to DNR employees that brings the registration cost down to $175. Register here! Each participant must complete the Google Form at that webpage to register, then they will be directed to the DNR store to pay - select the “Scholarship” option in the DNR store for the reduced rate.

Register Here: https://dnr.maryland.gov/Pages/summit/summit.aspx




Natural History Society of Maryland 

Amphibians 101

Sunday, October 27

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM EDT

Cost: $85

Amphibians (frogs, toads, salamanders, newts, efts, and caecilians) are incredibly diverse and incredibly imperiled. According to the IUCN, 43% of the world’s amphibians are in catastrophic decline or already extinct, more than birds and mammals combined.

This course will cover:
  • basic amphibian biology
  • anatomy
  • conservation and emerging fungal threats
  • captive care and housing from basic to advanced

Special emphasis will be placed on the amphibians native to Maryland. The course is designed to support professional animal care staff, nature center staff, and amateur herpetologists, although it is open to anyone interested in amphibians.

Register Here: https://marylandnature.wildapricot.org/event-5690009



MRPA

Maintenance Equipment and Materials Showcase

Friday, October 25

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM EDT

Location: Fairland Regional Park (13950 Old Gunpowder Rd, Laurel, MD)

Cost: $25 Registration Fee

Get ready for the 6th Annual MRPA Maintenance Equipment and Materials Showcase, the premier event for professionals in the maintenance and parks and recreation industries! Join us for a day of innovation, networking, and hands-on demonstrations as we showcase the latest equipment, materials, and technologies designed to enhance your maintenance operations.

Register Here: https://marylandrecreationandparksassociation.growthzoneapp.com/trainings-events/details/2024-maintenance-equipment-and-materials-showcase-1166775



Maryland Costal Training Program

Planning for Coastal Flood Impacts

October 9, 11, 18 and 23

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT

Virtual

The Maryland Coastal Training Program is pleased to announce we will be hosting Planning for Coastal Flood Impacts on Oct 9th, Oct 11th, Oct 18th, and Oct 23rd. 

In this two hour training, participants will: 

  • Develop a common understanding of coastal flood impacts and sea level rise and utilize Maryland specific resources.
  • Understand the MD Nuisance Flood Plan mandate (October 2025), learn about the updated recommendations and determine how those apply to your jurisdiction.
  • Become familiar with the Maryland 2023 Sea Level Rise Projections and how to use the 2024 MD Sea Level Rise Guidance Document to plan for future impacts.
  • Explore case studies to understand, plan, and implement projects to reduce the impacts of coastal flood risk
  • Understand potential funding sources to plan for and implement projects that address current and future flood impacts.

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