Piedmont Legacy Trails Summit 2020
The Summit has been postponed.
In light of guidelines set forward by State Government and Health Officials, the 5th Annual Piedmont Legacy Trails Summit has been postponed to late Summer/early Fall 2020.
Thank you for your support of the Summit! We hope you will join us soon.
The Piedmont Legacy Trails Summit celebrates and supports local trails and the people who are making them happen. Now in its fifth year the Summit is sparking more regional cohesion and vision for our growing trail network in the Triad. We invite you to re-imagine systems, to join with natural allies, and to create strategies for a better future for the Triad and for North Carolina.
Check out the agenda below.
March 26, 2020 8:30am-3pm
Bur-Mil Clubhouse
5834 Bur-Mil Club Road
Greensboro, NC 27410
Keynote 2020: Chuck Flink
Piedmont Legacy Trails is excited to introduce Chuck Flink, one of the Nation’s leading greenway planners and designers, as our keynote for 2020. Chuck hails from Durham, NC where he is president of Greenways Incorporated, a consulting firm that he began in 1986. He has worked on projects both nationally and internationally, and has completed master plans for more than 7,500 miles of community greenways. He has authored a number of books and published periodical pieces, including what the American Planning Association refers to as the “best single reference” on greenway development: “Greenways: A Guide to Planning, Design, and Development.”
Joining us just shortly after his newest publication, Chuck will share messages from his book “The Greenway Imperative: Connecting Communities and Landscapes for a Sustainable Future” which is anticipated for release on March 3, 2020.
On Site Book Signing!
Sunrise Books, High Point’s only independent book store, will have on-site book sales at the Summit. If you purchase your book at the Summit, Sunrise Books is generously donating a portion of sales to Piedmont Legacy Trails! You can get your copy of The Greenway Imperative for $28.95. Both Cash and Cards will be accepted. And Chuck is kindly conducting a book signing after his presentation!
POSTPONED
Designed for Complementary Sectors with Trail Priorities
Policy Makers
City, County, and State policy makers convene at the PLT Summit to learn about and to address ways to improve trail connectivity across our region.
Public Land Managers
State and municipal land managers gather at the PLT Summit to share ideas and opportunities for increasing awareness of trails and their benefits.
Non-Profit Leaders
Non-profit organizations convene at the PLT Summit to create networks, share best practices, and connect with others to create solutions.
Health Professionals
The Health Care community has been advocating for more active communities for more than a decade. At the PLT Summit we discuss nature and trails as the next wellness revolution.
Conservation Advocates
Longstanding leaders in environmental work join us to share their knowledge and energy with other professionals and to enhance their effectiveness and find innovative ways to connect people to the outdoors.
Planners and Engineers
Professionals making trail dreams a reality, planners and engineers join us at the PLT Summit to learn about emerging challenges, best practices, and to share their collective vision for the region.
Outdoor Industry
The North Carolina outdoor economy represents $28 billion in in annual consumer spending. Regional leaders meet at the PLT Summit to discuss ways to protect our natural resources while creating more recreation opportunities for all.
Outdoor Recreationists
Avid users of all kinds of trails represent our grassroots trail advocates and the future of conservation. All are welcome to come learn about how they can advocate for more trails in their community.
The Summit convenes natural allies from many sectors to bring their strengths, to learn from each other, and to inspire one another to create innovative, inclusive, and beautiful trails across the Piedmont Triad.
Thank you to our sponsors for making the Summit possible!
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