COSA Conference – Colorado Open Space Alliance

Colorado Open Space Alliance Conference
"Expect the Unexpected: Building Resilience to Adapt to Change"

October 11-13, 2021
Grand Hyatt Hotel
Vail, Colorado

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Registration Now Open

Registration for the 2021 conference is now open!

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Conference Schedule Overview

Now Accepting Session Proposals

The theme for the 2021 conference is Expect the Unexpected: Building Resilience to Adapt to Change. All proposals will be considered, but preference will be given to proposals that address the theme of resilience.

The deadline to submit proposals for the 2021 conference is Friday, May 14.

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Keynote Speakers

Nina Simon
Nina is author of the best-selling books "The Participatory Museum" and "The Art of Relevance."
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Lori Weigel
Lori is the Principal of New Bridge Strategy, a research firm based in Colorado.
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Agenda & Session Presentation Files

Conference Agenda
Creating a Collaborative Future for Open Space Rangers
Developing a Resiliency Framework for Jefferson County Open Space: Meeting the Mission by Managing for Future Uncertainty
Filling the Ranger Void: How small agencies can provide vital services without a ranger program
Goldsmith Gulch: Using Contemporary Design to Restore a Healthy Channel
Nature Play Design Guidelines