Outdoor Recreation Economy: Summit VI

Smochek covers an overview of DCNR’s Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2), a source of recreation and conservation related state grant funding for municipal and non-profit applicants. Smith presents on “First Waves,” a first-of-its-kind program that inspires conservation of local waterways and mentorship for at-risk youth. Herrington shares examples of successful Outdoor Recreation attractions in Indiana County and their economic impacts. Nymick offers a fresh perspective on Homer City’s downtown and a glimpse at the Borough’s future.

SPEAKERS:
Adriene Smochek, Recreation and Conservation Advisor, Southwest Region, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation
Ian Smith, Owner at SurfSUP Adventures and Executive Director of The Watersmith Guild
Laura Herrington, Executive Director at Indiana County Tourist Bureau
Robert Nymick,
Authority Manager Central Indiana County Water Authority and Manager of Homer City Borough

SUMMIT V RECORDINGS

On Friday, October 13th, 2023 the Indiana County Sustainable Economic Development Task Force held its annual Summit. The Sustainable Economic Development Task Force holds an annual Summit for the following purposes:
- To educate our citizens on local sustainable achievements and plans for our County's future
- To demonstrate our County's commitment to achieving a sustainable economy to current and potential employers and job-creating entrepreneurs
- To serve as a model for sustainable economic development and education for other communities

The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in our Summit Series belong solely to the guest speakers, and not necessarily to the Indiana County Sustainable Economic Development Task Force, or other affiliated organizations.