Eppley Center for Parks and Public Lands Training
The Eppley Center provides training for interpreting park resources, enhancing visitor experiences, and managing natural and cultural resources. The following training series are excellent sources of information for volunteers looking to expand their knowledge and improve their programs. The free linked trainings are hosted through Indiana University’s Expand system.
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History of the National Park Service series
These self-paced free courses created by the Eppley Center for Parks and Public Lands at Indiana University teach participants about the first federal lands set aside for preservation up to the newest NPS sites. Anyone interested in learning more about NPS’ history is encouraged to enroll!
The History of the National Park Service - Course 1: The Early History
The History of the National Park Service - Course 2: The New Significance of the NPS
The History of the National Park Service - Course 4: The Environmental Era and the Future of the NPS
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Interpretation Training
These self-paced free courses developed by the Eppley Center for Parks and Public Lands at Indiana University provide introductions to the field of interpretation. Anyone working in parks is encouraged to enroll!