Posts Categorized: Manage

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Stakeholder Collaboration along the Lake Michigan Water Trail: Interview with Dan Plath

More often than not, the most success and well-loved river trails come are efforts that stem from a diverse and well engaged stakeholder group. River users and lovers of all sorts – everything from recreationalists and business owners, to farmers, ranchers, city leaders and families – come together to cultivate and promote stewardship along their local river or stream. Read more…

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Webinar: Utilizing Social Media

I think it is safe to say the majority of us utilize social media in both our work life and our personal life. Whether it is simply sharing a cool photo or video or providing more information on the work you are doing like sharing a river map or tips about recreation from local users, social media has allowed us to network with a much wider audience. However – social media can be confusing. What is the best platform to use? How can you encourage followers to “like” you and share your posts?
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Webinar: Developing and making the most out of a corporate sponsorship program – Tuesday, November 18

Are you looking for new tools and a refresher course on developing new or making more out of your corporate sponsorship program? Join us on November 18th at 11am MT for an interactive webinar where you will learn the best practices for getting the most out of a corporate program and cultivating potential supporters.

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Ashley River Sweep | Bob Jackson

Ashley River Sweep A Success!

This is a guest blog from Howard Bridgman. American Rivers and a diverse group of local partners are developing a Blue Trail for the Ashley River in South Carolina. Guest blogger Howard Bridgman, former Summerville Town Council member and founding member of the Ashley Scenic River Advisory Council, writes about our work to connect local communities to the river through recreation and finding ways to ensure its long-term health.
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