Training Opportunities: Week of July 4th

  Things to Know:

Reminder: If you need to back out of a class please let the instructor know. Some of our classes have minimum requirements to be able to hold the class 

Resources: Meditation for Emotional Regulation Free Download: Make Mindfulness Work for You Read: Meditation for the Bored & Restless: How to Practice Mindfulness with ADHD Read: The Key to ADHD Emotional Regulation? Cultivating Gratitude, Pride & Compassion Read: The Ultimate List of Mindfulness Exercises eBook: Mindfulness & Meditation for ADHD Symptoms Subscribe to ADDitude magazine

MPS Trainings:

COMING THIS FALL! 

Week of Sept 1- Core Training 

Week of Sept 15th- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Training AND EMR Instructor TRaining 

Week of Sept 22nd - Supervisor/Assistant Manager Skills Training AND MPS Leadership and People Skills Training 

Week of Sept 29th- Mental Health Training 

Non-MPS Trainings: 

Maryland Forest Service

There are only a few places in Maryland where you can see the habitats needed to support wildlife like northern bobwhite quail, as well as rare and endangered species like tiger beetles and frosted elfin butterflies... It's part of why quail and certain butterflies disappear across so much of the state... On this field trip, you can see first hand how these rare habitats are created and maintained. Specifically, you'll be able to see what a forest looks like after it's been logged and burned. You'll be surprised! Folks from The Nature Conservancy, Maryland Forest Service, and Tall Timbers will show examples and discuss the following management techniques at 10 different stops around the 10,000-acre Nassawango Creek Preserve: Forest thinning and burning and the effect of season Variable density thinning to create structural diversity Selective clear cutting & burning for hardwood regeneration Open oak and pine savanna Young pine management – mixed severity burning for structural enhancement Cost: Free Date & Time: Wednesday, July 9, 10am - 3pm Location: 10,000-acre Nassawango Creek Preserve Click here to register to attend. Limited to 40. Organized by the Maryland Prescribed Fire Council and The Nature Conservancy. Looking forward to seeing some of you there! Luke p.s. TLDR, click here to register. Forwarded this email? Join our email list at wildlife.umd.edu. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ American Trails  FREE Webinars This Month: July 10: Volunteer Trail Builders: How to Attract Them and Retain Their Involvement Over the Years July 17: Economic Benefits of Horses (and Mules) to the American Economy July 24: National Trails Legislative Update 2025 July 31: Increasing LGBTQIA2S+ Inclusivity & Competency in the Outdoors (NEW DATE!)   Future FREE Webinars: August 7: Forging the Future for Trail Technicians: What We’ve Learned, What’s Next, and Why It Matters August 21: Bridging Science, Recreation, and Accessibility: Designing Trail Maps for Everyone September 4: National Collaboration Efforts on Federal Trail Data and Tools September 11: Helping Communities Tell Their Outdoor Recreation Economic Story: Wisconsin’s DIY Economic Impact Program September 18: Branding 101: The Importance of Finding Your "Why" October 16: Trail Design in an Animate World: A Philosophical Inquiry into Consent, Relationship, and Reciprocity And many more to come!

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Upcoming Webinar Series July - August 2025   We invite you to join our upcoming webinar series Thriving Through Change — Leadership & Resilience in Outdoor Recreation. Explore new ideas and sharpen your skills this summer with our four-part webinar series tailored for professionals in outdoor recreation and public lands. From personal growth to workforce leadership, this series features seasoned voices offering tools, strategies, and inspiration to navigate a changing landscape with resilience and purpose.   ---   We are pleased to offer access to all of these sessions free for everyone. It’s important to SORP to be able to serve the outdoor recreation community through these types of training opportunities. We could not offer these important training sessions without support from our members and partners.   All webinars are recorded. If you need any accommodations for SORP programs, please contact us.   Building Personal Resilience in the Outdoors Profession July 23 12pm PT / 1pm MT / 2pm Ct / 3pm ET   Resilience is essential for those working on the frontlines of outdoor access, equity, and resource management. This session will explore what personal resilience looks like in the outdoor workforce—how to sustain motivation, protect mental health, and stay grounded during uncertainty and change.   Speaker: Greer Van Dyke, Windrose Consulting RSVP Guiding the Outdoor Recreation Workforce Through Change July 30 12pm PT / 1pm MT / 2pm Ct / 3pm ET Leadership in the outdoor sector means navigating complexity—shifting priorities, evolving public expectations, and dynamic workforce needs. Hear from veteran leaders about how they’ve led their teams through change, supported staff, and built adaptive organizations.   Speakers: Doug Vilsack, BLM Colorado State Lead Christy Tafoya, Retired NM State Parks Director Brian Joyner, NPS Rock Creek Park Superintendent RSVP Seizing Opportunity: Preparing for What’s Next August 6 12pm PT / 1pm MT / 2pm Ct / 3pm ET   Change brings new opportunities—but only if you're ready for them. This session will help you understand how to position yourself to take advantage of emerging roles, funding streams, and projects within the outdoor recreation space. Learn how to recognize opportunity and step into it with confidence.   Speaker: Chris Perkins, Outdoor Recreation Roundtable RSVP Career Navigation Tools for Outdoor Professionals August 13 12pm PT / 1pm MT / 2pm Ct / 3pm ET   In today’s evolving outdoor recreation landscape, staying ready for what’s next is essential. This session offers practical guidance on updating your resume, leveraging LinkedIn, and using other career tools to showcase your unique skills and experience in the field. Whether you're seeking a new role, exploring career transitions, or simply wanting to stay prepared, this session will provide actionable insights to help you navigate your professional journey with confidence.     Presenter: Ben Lawhon, Recreation Solutions Group RSVP