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Los Amigos de Valles Caldera
Los Amigos de Valles Caldera is a friends group in northern New Mexico with a mission to fundraise and support the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Since they began as an organization in 2006, the group has focused on environmental restoration projects but has recently ventured into operating retail sales. Our latest Member Spotlight features how this volunteer-driven group has adapted to continue to support the preserve.
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Welcome New Board Leadership to the Public Lands Alliance!
We are pleased to congratulate new leadership positions on our Board and to
announce newly elected Board Directors:
These individuals were elected as new Board Directors in 2017:
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UPCOMING WEB CHATS AND WEBINARS
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Small But Mighty, Round 2
Web Chat
April 5, 2017, 2-3 pm (EDT)
Cost: Free for Members, $25 for Nonmembers
Back by popular demand! Based on the success of last year's web chat, we're bringing back our online roundtable that centers on unique challenges facing small public land nonprofits.
We'll continue the conversation from last year and we'll tackle topics such as: communicating with your agency partner, forging creative partnerships, recruiting new members, finding volunteers and more!
Join like-minded organizations for an enlightening chat - you're not in this alone.
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US Forest Service and OnCell Mobile App: An App for You
Webinar & Discussion
April 19, 2017, 2-4 pm (EDT)
Cost: Free, Pre-Registration is Required
The USDA Forest Service Washington Office has entered into a partnership with OnCell tours to develop a National Forest SystemÂ-wide mobile tour app, along with corresponding tours for each interested National Forest, Grassland or Prairie. Join us for an overview of the app, its features, and the process of developing a tour for your forest (all at no cost to you for the first year!). A must-view for all Interpretive Associations, Friends Groups, and other nonprofits that partner with the Forest Service to provide information and services to the public.
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Welcome, Estee Rivera Murdock to Rocky Mountain Conservancy!
As we bid well wishes in retirement to Charley Money, long-time Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Conservancy and PLA Board Director, we welcome Estee Murdock to our community.
Murdock most recently served as Program Manager for "Every Kid in a Park" and prior to this experience, she worked as a Partnerships Specialist in the NPS Centennial Office and served for over six years as the Community Engagement Coordinator at Saguaro National Park in Arizona.
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The Glacier Institute Accepting Applications for Upcoming Teacher Workshop
Glacier National Park and The Glacier Institute are currently accepting applications for the Teacher Workshop - Discovering Glacier Through Science & Culture. This four-day workshop will be held June 26-29, 2017 at Glacier Institute's Field Camp, located inside the park boundary in West Glacier. Teachers will learn about a variety of current research projects and learn about the park's resources through both native perspectives and western science. The workshop is geared toward upper elementary, middle, and high school teachers; participation is limited to 18 teachers.
Visit The Glacier Institute's website for more information.
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Remembering Sharlene Milligan with the Grand Teton Association
Sharlene Milligan, a Murfin Award recipient, was Grand Teton Association's Executive Director for 25 years. Sharlene was one of the original natural history association leaders and her ideas were an important viewpoint in developing the goals of the Conference of National Park Cooperating Associations, then APPL, and now the Public Lands Alliance.
Sharlene was a driving force that pushed for recognition of association accomplishments.
She grew the association from a single bookshelf to a thriving business. A former board member and state representative said, "We owe her a lot for her strong commitments and willingness to speak out." And as one friend shared, "She taught me so much...the world according to Sharlene was wonderful."
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ADMINISTRATION AND AGENCY UPDATES
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The Public Lands Alliance Congratulates Zinke on Confirmation as Interior Secretary
On March 1, Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke was confirmed as the 52nd Secretary of the Department of the Interior. The Public Lands Alliance looks forward to working with Secretary Zinke as he assumes stewardship of many of our nation's most important natural wonders, cultural landmarks and historic places.
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Happy Birthday to the National Wildlife Refuge System!
On Tuesday, March 14, the National Wildlife Refuge System turned 114 and public land enthusiasts from across the country celebrated by visiting refuges and by sharing their appreciation using the hashtag #wildliferefuge on social media.
In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt established Pelican Island as the first federal bird reservation, a forerunner to the National Wildlife Refuge System. There are now over 560 national wildlife refuges to explore.
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OPPORTUNITIES AND RESOURCES
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National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) Now Accepting Applications for Capacity Building Grants
NEEF, with generous support from Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc., will be awarding grants of up to $5,000 each to Friends Groups to fund organizational capacity-building projects. Applicants may only request funds for organizational capacity building. Examples include (but are not limited to): strategic planning, board development, technology, staff training, communications, or finance.
The deadline to apply is 11:59pm CT April 12, 2017.
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T
he Public Lands Alliance Wants to List Your Job Opportunities
Check out our current listings on the Public Lands Alliance Job Board and submit your seasonal, part-time and full-time employment opportunities.
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