Watch recordings of this year's Therapeutic Recreation Institute and receive valuable NCTRC credit.
When: January 31 – June 30, 2023
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The second quarter of 2023, Shop Talk will dig deeper into aspects of sustainable operations. For our June session, we invited representatives from Nila, Inc. to share their expertise into LED lighting and explain the benefits of infrastructure upgrades in your facilities. Participants will: 1. Gain perspective into LED lighting technology 2. Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency 3. Learn common metrics used to measure operational efficiencies 4. Identify key indicators ... Details
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An opportunity to learn about the basics (and more) of retirement planning; no matter your age.
When: June 29, 2023
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The third quarter of 2023, Shop Talk will dig deeper into aspects of financial management. For our July session, we invited Tom Diehl and Jeffrey Milkes with BerryDunn, to share their perspective into how public servants can best utilize data to help justify operations budgets. Participants will: 1. Gain perspective into municipal government strategy 2. Identify stakeholders that need to be involved with financial planning 3. Learn common metrics used to measure operational... Details
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Maintenance roundtables are intended to be open discussions among maintenance, facility and grounds, and operation professionals from departments across industries. Conversation during this session is meant to surround budgeting challenges and the concept of deferred maintenance. Topics to consider include - capital planning, asset management, data analysis, among questions from others. Participants will: 1. Learn about alternative practices in facility, grounds, and open space... Details
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This in person class offers 6 Core and 4 Category 24 credits toward PA Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License renewal. The course will be held at Trails and Trees Environmental Center in Mechanicsburg.
When: September 5, 2023
Where: Mechanicsburg, PA
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This class offers 6 Core and 4 Category 24 credits toward PA Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License renewal. Held at Greater Plymouth Recreation Center
When: September 5, 2023
Where: Plymouth Meeting, PA
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Join us for a day outdoors focusing on equipment safety and proper chainsaw technique. This session focuses on equipment safety demonstrations and hands-on opportunities supported by Mike Powell from Penn State University. We have also invited Harold Luther, Eastern PA Territory Manager at STIHL, USA for equipment support, demonstration, and his technical expertise.
When: September 6, 2023
Where: Pine Grove, PA
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This is an in-depth pool management course for individuals not currently certified, who are preparing to take the PA Dept of Agriculture Core and Category 24 pesticide applicator exams.
When: September 6–7, 2023
Where: Plymouth Meeting, PA
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This is an in-depth pool management course for individuals not currently certified, who are preparing to take the PA Dept of Agriculture Core and Category 24 pesticide applicator exams. class is held at Trails and Trees Environmental Center in Mechanicsburg, PA.
When: September 6–7, 2023
Where: Mechanicsburg, PA
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This class offers 6 Core and 4 Category 24 credits toward PA Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License renewal. Participants will need a computer with a monitor and internet access to attend this workshop.
When: September 20, 2023
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When: September 26–28, 2023
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The fourth quarter of 2023, Shop Talk will highlight opportunities for improving your operations in 2024. For this session, we invited Robert Moser, Parks and Maintenance Superintendent from the city of Safety Harbor, FL to share his experience developing and implementing a sustainable integrated pest management plan. Participants will: 1. Gain perspective into IPM planning 2. Identify stakeholders that need to be involved with planning and implementation 3. Learn common metrics used ... Details
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The fourth quarter of 2023, Shop Talk will highlight opportunities for improving your operations in 2024. For this session, we invited Philip Shutler, Geographic Information Systems Technician for the City of Portland, OR to share his experience with GIS projects. Participants will: 1. Gain perspective into the power of GIS 2. Identify stakeholders that need to be involved with planning and implementation 3. Learn common metrics used to measure project success 4. Identify key... Details
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