Purpose

For more than fifty years Colorado State University's College of Natural Resources has played a leadership role, in research, teaching, training and technical assistance related to the world's parks and protected natural areas. It is widely recognized that these areas play a vital role in maintaining the earth's biotic diversity and ecosystem health.

Sound management, provided by trained professionals, a citizen support will ensure the maintenance of these important areas which anchor the success of nature conservation into the 21st century. The Center for Protected Area Management & Training was formed to assist protected area professionals in strengthening the management of the world's protected areas and adjacent lands.

field-based training	community-based conservation	technical collaboration

Our Objectives:

• Provide technical assistance and training to protected area managers both nationally and internationally
• Provide opportunities for research and training to students in protected area management and expose them to a range for work environments
• Contribute to the shared knowledge base and network of protected areas throughout the world
• Infuse the knowledge and experience gained in work with protected area managers into the professional literature, training materials, courses, seminars, and other university activities