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CALENDAR OF INTERPRETIVE EVENTS
Welcome to NAI's Calendar of Events for those involved & interested in cultural, historical, & natural resource interpretation. On this page, you will find a calendar of interpretive events.

Click here to list your event.
2009
JUNE 2009
2009 Historic Preservation Conference
"Arguing for Preservation, Building A Case for Communities"
June 18-20, 2009
Phoenix, Arizona
www.azpreservation.com
JULY 2009
 
AUGUST 2009
IMTAL 2009 Global Conference
Museum Theatre on the Edge
Hosted by the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey, CA
August 23 - 27, 2009
http://www.imtal.org/monterey_2009.asp

The 2009 Global International Museum Theatre Alliance (IMTAL) conference promises to be an exceptional program full of thought-provoking sessions, enlightening discussions, exciting performances, and of course, the breathtaking scenery of the California coast. The program includes a keynote address by Luis Valdez, founder of El Teatro Campesino, a field trip day in which attendees will visit the Steinbeck Center and historic San Juan Bautista, a festive Fandango event, and a Gala Dinner.
SEPTEMBER 2009
Natural Burial Conference
September 10-11, 2009
The Wilderness Center, Wilmot, Ohio
www.foxfieldpreserve.org

This practical “how to” conference will provide all the information needed to open
and operate a green cemetery. From site selection to marketing, this comprehensive
program will answer all of your questions. This is a unique opportunity to learn
from the leaders in the natural burial movement as they offer insight, share
professional exerpertise and exchange ideas.


Interpretation Conference: Some Like It Hot
September 15-18, 2009
A joint conference of Interpretation Network New Zealand & Interpretation Australia Association
www.innz.net.nz/conference09
OCTOBER 2009
NAI Region 10 2009 Workshop
October 1-4, 2009
Menucha Retreat and Conference Center on the mighty Columbia River east of Portland


Midwest Environmental Education Conference
October 14-17, 2009
Champaign-Urbana, Illinois
Call for Proposals is Open until April 1, 2009
www.EEAI.net

NOVEMBER 2009
World Ranger Congress
November 2-7
Bolivia
www.worldrangercongress.org
World Wilderness Congress
Nov 6–13
Merida, Mexico
www.wild9.org

NAI 2009
NAI National Workshop

November 17–21
Hartford, Connecticut
www.interpnet.com/workshop

The 2009 NAI National Workshop will provide a wealth of information and rejuvenation.The professional development and networking opportunities at every NAI workshop include inspiring and informative keynote speakers, concurrent sessions in 13 different tracks, special events, and offsite sessions that allow you to learn about a unique corner of the country. NAI 2009 will offer the chance to explore the Appalachian Trail, photograph a quaint covered bridge, visit the home of Mark Twain, or stroll one of the maritime villages nearby.

The workshop slogan, “Navigating Change, Revolutionizing Interpretation” is an apt one, as our world, our audiences and our economy change at an ever-quickening pace. The NAI workshop will provide you with the tools needed to adjust and adapt to these changes. Join interpreters from around the world to share your experience, interests and ideas. Join us at the 2009 NAI National Workshop in Hartford.

DECEMBER 2009
 
2010
IC 2010 AustraliaNAI International Conference
Townsville, Queensland, Australia
April 13-17, 2010
www.interpnet.com/ic

The National Association for Interpretation (NAI) will host its fifth annual international conference on the subject of heritage interpretation in Townsville, Australia, April 13-17, 2010.

The conference, held in cooperation with Interpretation Australia Association, will bring together delegates from 30 to 40 nations in an effort to create opportunities for professional development for attendees and establish a network for professional associations and individuals involved in heritage interpretation around the globe.


NAI National Workshop
November 16–20, 2010
Las Vegas, Nevada

2011
NAI National Workshop
November 8–12, 2011
St. Paul, Minnesota
2012
NAI National Workshop
November 13-17, 2012
Hampton, Virginia
2013
NAI National Workshop
November 6–9, 2013
Reno, Nevada
2014
NAI National Workshop
November 18-22, 2014
Denver, Colorado
2015
NAI National Workshop
Information TBA
2016
NAI National Workshop
Information TBA
2017
NAI National Workshop
November 8–11, 2017
Reno, Nevada
2018
NAI National Workshop
Information TBA
2019
NAI National Workshop
November 19-23, 2019
Denver, Colorado
Please contribute your calendar items. Any event that would be of interest is appropriate. Calendar items should include date, time, location, title, description, contact person, e-mail, & phone number. Click here to list your event

CALENDAR OF TRAINING WORKSHOPS
NAI certifies heritage interpreters and specialists in the six categories featured below.

Click on the date or location of each workshop for more information. For information on each training level, please visit the Certifications At A Glance page.

For more information, visit the full Certifications Calendar here.
Workshops offered by Certified Interpretive Trainers
Note: CIG and CIH courses are managed by individual instructors, not through NAI's national office. Please contact individual instructors if you have any questions.
Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) Training Workshops
arrow July 6-9, 2009 | Titusville, Florida
Brevard Community College
arrow July 20-23, 2009 | Carver, Minnesota
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
arrow August 26-29, 2009 | Oahu, Hawaii
Hale 'Imi 'Ike Learning Center, Honolulu Zoo
arrow August 28-31, 2009 | Clermont, Kentucky
Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
arrow September 21-24, 2009 | Idyllwild, California
Idyllwild Nature Center
arrow September 22-25, 2009 | Naples, Florida
North Collier Regional Park
arrow September 29-October 2, 2009 | Aurora, Colorado
Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch
arrow October 5-8, 2009 | Pylesville, Maryland
Eden Mill Nature Center
arrow October 24-27, 2009 | Ashland, Wisconsin
Northern Great Lakes Information Center
   
Certified Interpretive Host (CIH) Training Workshops
arrow COMING SOON!
   
Workshops offered by the NAI National Office
Note: Other workshops can be requested by contacting Lisa Brochu at naiprograms@aol.com. Workshops marked with ** can be used in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a related certification category if desired. Please see details of these classes for more information about what requirements the workshop will fulfill.
**Interpretive Planning
(formerly known as Certified Interpretive Planner course)
arrow September 7-11, 2009 | Charlotte, North Carolina
Mahlon Adams Pavilion, Freedom Park
arrow October 19-23, 2009 | Mallorytown, Ontario, Canada
St. Lawrence Islands National Park
   
**Train the Trainers
(formerly known as Certified Interpretive Trainer course - for those wishing to become CIG instructors)
arrow August 3-7, 2009 | Roswell, Georgia
Chattahoochee Nature Center
arrow September 21-25, 2009 | Winter Harbor, Maine
Schoodic Education and Research Center
   
Host Trainers Workshop
(for those wishing to become CIH instructors. Must have already taken the Train the Trainers workshop for CIG instructors)
arrow COMING SOON!
   
**Interpretive Management
(formerly known as Certified Interpretive Manager course)
arrow July 27-31, 2009 | Fort Collins, Colorado
NAI National Office
   
Interpretation by Design
(formerly included in the Certified Heritage Interpreter course)
arrow COMING SOON!
   
Registered Coach Workshop - NEW!
Taking the course, along with the prerequisites, will qualify you to act as a registered coach for the online courses offered by Eppley Institute.
arrow COMING SOON!
   
Contract Administration
(formerly included in the Certified Interpretive Manager course)
arrow COMING SOON!
   
Business Planning
(formerly included in the Certified Interpretive Manager course)
arrow COMING SOON!

Conferences Quick Links

NAI National Workshop

NAI International Conference

Calendar of Interpretive Events

Region and Section Workshops

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Questions About NAI Events?
Deb Tewell
Contact NAI Events Manager Deb Tewell at 888-900-8283 or by e-mail.


 
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