Hello COSA Members,
Colorado’s open spaces are under more pressure than ever from development, drought, competing recreation demands, and jurisdictional complexity. The professionals who protect them need concrete skills to back up the passion they bring to their work.
To help you deepen those skills, CDR Associates is inviting you to join the 2026 Facilitation, Engagement, and Collaboration in Environmental Conflicts Training, taking place May 12–14, 2026 at the Museum of Boulder.
This three-day, interactive program is designed for practitioners working in land conservation, open space management, recreation, water, and community resilience. It offers a unique opportunity to strengthen the skills most essential to COSA’s mission of sharing information, raising awareness, and fostering partnerships.
What you’ll learn and practice:
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Facilitation techniques to lead inclusive discussions about conservation, land use, and recreation management.
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Coalition-building strategies to convene and sustain partnerships across agencies, landowners, land trusts, and nonprofits.
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Conflict resolution approaches to address tensions and balance competing interests.
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Engagement best practices for equitable, innovative dialogue with communities and stakeholders.
Why it’s valuable for COSA members:
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Open space programs often navigate overlapping jurisdictions and diverse community expectations.
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Building and sustaining cross-sector partnerships is critical for implementing large-scale projects.
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Strengthened facilitation and collaboration skills ensure that Colorado’s open spaces continue to thrive in the face of competing priorities.
Training Details:
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When: May 12-14, 2026
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Where: Museum of Boulder, Boulder, CO
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Tuition:
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Non-profit and Tribal Organizations: $1,100
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Regular: $1,300
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How to Register: Use this link
The training will feature hands-on activities and real-world simulations, providing practical tools you can immediately apply in your work with open space programs, communities, and partners. We encourage COSA members to register now and bring these valuable skills back to your teams and communities. Seats are still available, but space is limited.
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Sincerely,
The CDR Associates Team