Strategies to Advance Park Equity in Rural Areas

Source: PA DCNR | 10-Minute Walk

Webinar | Tuesday, February 14, 2023 | 11:00am – 12:00pm EST

Rural communities are facing a host of challenges, including loss of population; economic dislocation and traditional industries shed jobs; and loss of young people and an educated workforce. The recreation economy is one path towards revitalizing rural communities. The workshop will highlight cases, such as building and protecting trails in rural areas in Pennsylvania.

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS

  • Christine Detorre – Regional Advisor, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
  • Owen Franklin – Vice President, Regional Director, Trust for Public Land
  • Owen Worozbyt – Operations Director and Trail Manager, Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority