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Ann SavageTourism Extension Assoc Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management
NC State Extension, NC State University

Four images with captions. From left to right. Image one: a hiking trail in a beach setting. Caption reads "Plan ahead and prepare." Image 2: A mountain in the distance from a field vantage oint at nigh with stars. Caption reads "stick to trails and overnight right." Image 3: An aerial view from a green grass field to a city in the distance. Caption reads: Trash your trash. Image 4: A walking traill in a botanical garden with vibrant plants along the walk way and a fountain in the distance. Caption reads "leave it as you find it."

It’s Natural for Destinations to Want to Celebrate Our Earth!

Article Author: Emily Prickett, Parks, Recreation & Tourism Major Earth Day is almost here! With this in mind, how can …

— 1 month ago, Tourism Extension

Small group of people huddled over a table. One of the people is writing on a large pad of paper while the other folks giving input.

Outdoor Recreation Stewards Program Kicks Off in Montgomery County

Article Author: Celia Settlemyer, Parks, Recreation & Tourism Major The Montgomery County Outdoor Recreation Stewards Program held its first meeting Thursday, …

— 3 months ago, Tourism Extension

his is an awesome new program that provides hands-on working experience to diverse professionals interested in pursuing a career in the tourism and hospitality industry. Successful completion of the 600 hour rotational apprenticeship concludes with placement in a position with one of the organizations the apprentice works with. Potential Apprentices will receive an opportunity to choose a tourism, hospitality, events, venue or sports career path that aligns with their professional career goals. The Tourism Apprentice Career Track (TACT) is comprised of three distinctive tracks: a Destination Track, a Sports Track, and a Meetings & Events Track.

Tourism Diversity Matters Apprenticeship Program Seminar

Greg DeShields from Tourism Diversity Matters, will be participating in our career fair on Thursday and hosting an informational seminar …

— 3 months ago, Tourism Extension

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Actionable Advocacy Insights: The Perceived Effectiveness of Advocacy Strategies

The Actionable Advocacy Insight (AAI): The Perceived Effectiveness of Advocacy Strategies is the second in a five part series. This AAI …

— 4 months ago, Tourism Extension

First Day Outdoors Retro Flyer with sun rising behind some trees in the background.

First Day Outdoors Kicks off 2023 NC Year of the Trail

Have you heard the news? Next year, 2023, is the North Carolina Year of the Trail to celebrate and …

— 5 months ago, Tourism Extension

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Actionable Advocacy Insights: Involving a Broad Range of Stakeholders

The Actionable Advocacy Insight (AAI): Involving a Broad and Diverse Range of Stakeholders in Advocacy is the second in a …

— 6 months ago, Tourism Extension

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Actionable Advocacy Insights for the Tourism Industry: Communicating the Value of Tourism

The Actionable Advocacy Insights (AAI) is a five-part series designed to help tourism industry leaders improve their advocacy planning …

— 8 months ago, Tourism Extension

Sutton looking from her Science by the Sea boat to a camera close the water.

A Chat With Science by the Sea

Tourism Extension recently sat down for a chat with Miriam Sutton who is the sole owner and operator of …

— 10 months ago, Tourism Extension

A mural at the free expression tunnel showing wolf howling in front of the bell tower and NC State scenery with the words respect the pack, equity and inclusion. Photo by Marc Hall

Introducing the Panelist for the Open for All Workshop!

Join North Carolina State University Tourism Extension and Recreation Resources Service on Friday, December 3rd, for a virtual workshop entitled …

— 2 years ago, Tourism Extension

Text on a blue background reads: Open for All: Communicating Your Accessible Opportunities. Parks and destinations have a variety of accessible options for people with varying abilities and special needs yet the messaging, promotion and development of these opportunities are often lacking. This workshop is designed as a starting point for developing easily accessible, inclusive information for those planning visits to parks and destinations. Date: December 3, 2021. Time: 1:30 - 5pm. Image 1: child in wheelchair being pushed by adult up ramp on a playground. Image 2: ramp to a cabin over a river. Image 3: cyclist in a recumbent bike on a greenway. Text For more information and how to register please visit: go.ncsu.edu/open4all2021. Or email tourismextension@ncsu.edu. Logos NC State Extension, Recreation Resources Service, Tourism Extension, Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management

Open for All: Communicating Your Accessible Opportunities Workshop Dec 3rd

Join North Carolina State University Tourism Extension and Recreation Resources Service on Friday, December 3rd, for a virtual workshop …

— 2 years ago, Tourism Extension

A farmer addresses a group of visitors with a backdrop of an apple orchard, blue skies and a small building. The farmer is discussing her farm's origin story and since development.

The Power of Storytelling for Agritourism Farms & Destinations

Earlier this week, a workshop on storytelling was held as part of the EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems (EMFS) program …

— 2 years ago, Tourism Extension

Be a SPARK in the community. Businesses and cultural centers are vital to vibrant communities and as they recover we all have a role to play. SPARK stands for show Support, be Patience, Act with Respect and Spread Kindness. Show support by making a purchase or donation, like or follow in social media, and/or post a picture/video from visit to social media. Be patienct by preparing for longer waits, checking times and hours before visiting, and being flexible. Act with respect by following regulations of the location, being considerate of other patrons and living and let live. And spread kindness by remembering gratitude, letting people know when they do a great job and enjoying your outing! This campaign is provided by NC State Extension, Tourism Extension, the College of Natural Resources, the Mountain West Partnership and the CREATE Bridges project.

We Can All Be a SPARK!

This summer, travel is expected to have a significant rebound. Increased vaccination rates and associated declining numbers of COVID-19 …

— 2 years ago, Tourism Extension