Byway Leader Training
Both On-Site and Virtual: Cost is $225 for NSBA non-members and $125 for members (either an individual, byway organization or state membership). Invoices are available upon request. sharon.strouse@nsbassociation.com
2026 On-Site Class – Grand Island Nebraska – Wed July 29 reception, Thurs/Fri July 30-31.
Reception at the Hargis House – Grand Island Nebraska
Training at the Stuhr Museum – Grand Island Nebraska – (right) photo credit to Myotus
Hotel Block pricing use the link below or call 308.384.1330 and say “National Scenic Byway Association.”
Use the image or link below to make reservations at the Ramada by Wyndham Midtown Grand Island for $109/night.
BLT Agenda-Curriculum Grand Island, NE 3-13-26
2027 Virtual Class via Zoom – tentative: Wednesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24
3 to 3 1/2 hours/class – starting 1pm ET each day — with a break as needed, and shorter on the fourth day.
Registration due before Wed January 20 – call or email Sharon.Strouse@nsbassociation.com for details – 330.231.3468
Click here for a sample curriculum and agenda.
This training curriculum is designed for byway leaders who want to learn about the Scenic Byway Program and leaders who want to rejuvenate their byway organizations.
Byway Leader Training is an important way for Byway leaders, volunteers, tourism professionals and agency representatives to begin or renew their Byway planning and management familiarity. Networking with other Byway leaders may be the best reason to attend.
Learn:
- How Byway organizations are thriving without Federal funding
- Interpretation and how to Tell Your Story
- Strategies to update your Corridor Management Plan (CMP)
- Priorities for marketing, partnerships, and fundraising
- Byway jargon – Wayshowing, viewshed protection, resource interpretation, and more
Please contact Sharon Strouse, sharon.strouse@nsbassociation.com or 330-231-3468, for more information.
