Open Space and Natural Resources Courses

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Course Duration: 60 min
Credits: 1.0
Instructors: Russell Thomman, CLARB
Use tech tools like drones, 3D, and VR to boost design clarity and stakeholder buy-in for parks and trails.
Course Duration: 60 min
Credits: 1.0
Instructors: Dale Harris
Trinity Coalition designates 130 miles of Trinity River as a National Recreation Trail, enhance access, and boost conservation awareness.
Course Duration: 60 min
Credits: 1.0
Instructors: Brandon Ross, AICP
Learn phased trail development, design challenges, land partnerships, community engagement, and connectivity on this virtual bike tour.
Course Duration: 45 min
Credits: .75
Instructors: Dennis Markatos-Soriano, MPA
30-yr story of East Coast Greenway: idea to reality via community engagement. Apply best practices in TX for health, sustainability, equity.
Course Duration: 60 min
Credits: 1.0
Instructors: Chris Sheffield, M.A. Geo, Erick Hetzel
Learn about TX Parks & Rec’s $3M+ in trail grants. Discover project eligibility, application tips, and funding for trails from experts.
Course Duration: 60 min
Credits: 1.0
Instructors: Butch Smith, George Cofer
Violet Crown Trail: 30-mile Austin trail system, from natural to multi-use paths, built with innovative techniques, managed by non-profit.
Course Duration: 30 min
Credits: .5
Instructors: Michael Gramley
Learn native flora/fauna, river-mission ties, ecological restoration impact, & discuss project benefits for communities along the SA river.
Course Duration: 60 min
Credits: 1.0
Instructors: Chris Podzemny
Learn how to identify municipal trail sites, funds trail building, and transforms outdoor recreation in the Texas Panhandle.

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We offer a range of courses focused on active transportation and urban planning, including official CM provider courses and self-reporting requirement courses. Explore our course catalog for more details.

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