June 2011 Archives
Calendar of Events deadline is June 30
The deadline for submitting events for the 2012 Alabama Calendar of Events is in two weeks. In order for your event to be included in the printed Calendar for 2012, it must be posted online on the Alabama Tourism Department website by June 30, 2011. To submit your event(s), go to www.alabama.travel; click on "Events," then click "Submit an Event," and fill out the form completely. Please contact Pam Smith (pam.smith@tourism.alabama.gov) or Marilyn Jones Stamps (marilyn.stamps@tourism.alabama.gov) immediately if you experience any problems submitting your event(s) or if you have any questions or concerns about the submission process.
If you have good quality photos that depicts your event(s), we encourage you send your photos to us. If layout allows and space is available, we will make every effort to use your photo(s) in the printed calendar. Photos must be at least 300 dpi. Please send photos along with the name and date(s) of your event to peggy.collins@tourism.alabama.gov with a cc: to tommy.cauthen@tourism.alabama.gov.
The deadline for submitting events for the 2012 Alabama Calendar of Events is in two weeks. In order for your event to be included in the printed Calendar for 2012, it must be posted online on the Alabama Tourism Department website by June 30, 2011. To submit your event(s), go to www.alabama.travel; click on "Events," then click "Submit an Event," and fill out the form completely. Please contact Pam Smith (pam.smith@tourism.alabama.gov) or Marilyn Jones Stamps (marilyn.stamps@tourism.alabama.gov) immediately if you experience any problems submitting your event(s) or if you have any questions or concerns about the submission process.
If you have good quality photos that depicts your event(s), we encourage you send your photos to us. If layout allows and space is available, we will make every effort to use your photo(s) in the printed calendar. Photos must be at least 300 dpi. Please send photos along with the name and date(s) of your event to peggy.collins@tourism.alabama.gov with a cc: to tommy.cauthen@tourism.alabama.gov.
In observance of the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War, the Tuesday Evening Trolley Tours in Tuscumbia will emphasize the town's extensive antebellum and Civil War history. The Tuscumbia historic district contains more than 100 antebellum structures. Skirmishes between Confederate and Union forces occurred in various locations around the town and Union troops occupied a number of buildings, including "Locust Hill." Several homes in Tuscumbia served as hospitals to treat the wounded. Among the homes which will be visited are the Palmer-Ricks cottage, the William Cooper-Johnson Home, the Pearsall Home, the Rather-Kirk Home ("Locust Hill"), and the Manush Home, Birthplace of Baseball great, Heinie Manush.
Trolley Tours depart each Tuesday during the month of June from Cold Water Books, on the corner Sixth and Main Streets in downtown Tuscumbia, at 4:30 and 6:00 p.m. Tickets ($5.00) may be purchased at the bookstore. Participants will be treated to a "Porch and Parlor" tour in of one historic home and will enjoy refreshments in a private garden or on the lawn of another each week. These tours are sponsored by Colbert County Tourism and the Colbert County Historical Landmarks Foundation. For more information contact the Colbert County Tourism Bureau at colberttourism@comcast.net or call 256-383-0783.
Trolley Tours depart each Tuesday during the month of June from Cold Water Books, on the corner Sixth and Main Streets in downtown Tuscumbia, at 4:30 and 6:00 p.m. Tickets ($5.00) may be purchased at the bookstore. Participants will be treated to a "Porch and Parlor" tour in of one historic home and will enjoy refreshments in a private garden or on the lawn of another each week. These tours are sponsored by Colbert County Tourism and the Colbert County Historical Landmarks Foundation. For more information contact the Colbert County Tourism Bureau at colberttourism@comcast.net or call 256-383-0783.
The SOUTHEASTERN EQUESTRIAN TRAILS CONFERENCE is coming to Alabama for the first time on July 21-23, 2011. How does this relate to you?
As you probably know, one of Alabama's greatest assets is its wealth of natural resources. The development of equestrian related trails and real estate provides new economic development opportunities for small, rural communities. Following the practice of asset-based development, equine related growth is a practical solution for rural areas with little infrastructure. Many developers are calling this type of development "the new golf".
Come attend our SETC conference and hear more about the successful stories of equine related economic development and the financial impact this could be bringing to your county and our state. Although this is the 14th year for SETC, this is the first time EVER in Alabama and has already developed a strong coalition ready to step up and move forward for our counties and state. We currently have registered attendees from 12 states. Speakers from across the country offer some real insight as to current projects and future opportunities. Partnering to host this event are: Alabama Farmers Federation, Alabama Department of Economics and Community Affairs, Alabama Quarter Horse Association, Alabama Cooperative Extension Service - Auburn University Horse Extension Unit, Alabama State Parks, Alabama Horse Council, Back Country Horsemen, Judson College, University of Alabama Center for Economic Development and the U S D A Forest Service --- all with a vested interest in our state's growth and success.
Alabama's equine industry contributed almost $2.4 BILLION to our state's economy and has even greater potential to expand its contribution to our county and state economics. In these difficult times, this additional revenue could have a serious and positive impact on our future.
The event is being held in Auburn, Alabama at the very well appointed Auburn Hotel and Conference Center which offers great meeting and guest rooms, as well as an atmosphere to make you feel at home. A discounted hotel rate is available for the conference, please be sure to mention it!
Visit www.southeeasternequstriantrails.com for a full agenda and
to register for this important equine economic conference in "Sweet Home Alabama"
or call 205 348-7058 with any questions.
As you probably know, one of Alabama's greatest assets is its wealth of natural resources. The development of equestrian related trails and real estate provides new economic development opportunities for small, rural communities. Following the practice of asset-based development, equine related growth is a practical solution for rural areas with little infrastructure. Many developers are calling this type of development "the new golf".
Come attend our SETC conference and hear more about the successful stories of equine related economic development and the financial impact this could be bringing to your county and our state. Although this is the 14th year for SETC, this is the first time EVER in Alabama and has already developed a strong coalition ready to step up and move forward for our counties and state. We currently have registered attendees from 12 states. Speakers from across the country offer some real insight as to current projects and future opportunities. Partnering to host this event are: Alabama Farmers Federation, Alabama Department of Economics and Community Affairs, Alabama Quarter Horse Association, Alabama Cooperative Extension Service - Auburn University Horse Extension Unit, Alabama State Parks, Alabama Horse Council, Back Country Horsemen, Judson College, University of Alabama Center for Economic Development and the U S D A Forest Service --- all with a vested interest in our state's growth and success.
Alabama's equine industry contributed almost $2.4 BILLION to our state's economy and has even greater potential to expand its contribution to our county and state economics. In these difficult times, this additional revenue could have a serious and positive impact on our future.
The event is being held in Auburn, Alabama at the very well appointed Auburn Hotel and Conference Center which offers great meeting and guest rooms, as well as an atmosphere to make you feel at home. A discounted hotel rate is available for the conference, please be sure to mention it!
Visit www.southeeasternequstriantrails.com for a full agenda and
to register for this important equine economic conference in "Sweet Home Alabama"
or call 205 348-7058 with any questions.
OK, now that I have your attention-
Did you know that the National Park Service has a program known as the Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) Program?
Did you know that in 2010 alone, the RTCA assisted in the development of 1,251 miles of trails; the conservation of 1,694 miles of rivers; the protection of 25,370 acres of open space and parkland; and they enjoyed a 94% satisfaction rate with their community partners!
They assisted us with our first Alabama Statewide Trails Conference, and they can help you with your trail or recreation project, too!
BUT HURRY- the deadline to apply is coming soon!
http://www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/rtca/index.htm
from Rob Grant, ADECA
Did you know that the National Park Service has a program known as the Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) Program?
Did you know that in 2010 alone, the RTCA assisted in the development of 1,251 miles of trails; the conservation of 1,694 miles of rivers; the protection of 25,370 acres of open space and parkland; and they enjoyed a 94% satisfaction rate with their community partners!
They assisted us with our first Alabama Statewide Trails Conference, and they can help you with your trail or recreation project, too!
BUT HURRY- the deadline to apply is coming soon!
http://www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/rtca/index.htm
from Rob Grant, ADECA
MONTGOMERY-- For the second year in a row, Alabama has surpassed all other states in the number of hiking and other trails honored with a National Recreation Trail designation.
Twenty-one Alabama trails are included in a group of 41 selected for designation this year. The official announcement comes Thursday in Chicago as U.S. Department of Interior officials kick off celebration of National Trails Day.
The latest designations bring to 30 the number of Alabama trails to be recognized within the past two years. The National Recreation Trails Program recognizes exemplary trails of regional significance to encourage the use and care of existing trails and stimulate the development of new trails.
Each trail receives special markers indicating its designation and it is promoted as part of America's national system of trails.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs encouraged and assisted local trail managers to seek the recognition by submitting an application to the National Park Service.
"Alabama is blessed with a rich diversity of outdoor recreation opportunities," ADECA Director Jim Byard Jr. said. "These designations not only prove our state has many high-quality trails, they also are evidence of the hard work and the community pride of countless Alabamians."
Rob Grant who manages ADECA's Recreational Programs Unit said the national recognition should encourage more people to visit the trails. Recreational Programs administers federally funded trail and park grants in Alabama.
"We have known all along that we have quality trails in Alabama," Grant said. "A lot of it was convincing our cities and state parks to brag on themselves and their accomplishments. I think anyone venturing on these trails will agree that each one has features that make them distinct and unique."
Twenty-one Alabama trails are included in a group of 41 selected for designation this year. The official announcement comes Thursday in Chicago as U.S. Department of Interior officials kick off celebration of National Trails Day.
The latest designations bring to 30 the number of Alabama trails to be recognized within the past two years. The National Recreation Trails Program recognizes exemplary trails of regional significance to encourage the use and care of existing trails and stimulate the development of new trails.
Each trail receives special markers indicating its designation and it is promoted as part of America's national system of trails.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs encouraged and assisted local trail managers to seek the recognition by submitting an application to the National Park Service.
"Alabama is blessed with a rich diversity of outdoor recreation opportunities," ADECA Director Jim Byard Jr. said. "These designations not only prove our state has many high-quality trails, they also are evidence of the hard work and the community pride of countless Alabamians."
Rob Grant who manages ADECA's Recreational Programs Unit said the national recognition should encourage more people to visit the trails. Recreational Programs administers federally funded trail and park grants in Alabama.
"We have known all along that we have quality trails in Alabama," Grant said. "A lot of it was convincing our cities and state parks to brag on themselves and their accomplishments. I think anyone venturing on these trails will agree that each one has features that make them distinct and unique."
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