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Interpreting Iowa's Scenic Byways
 October 7-8, 2009
Ames, Iowa

 Workshop facilitators speak at Reed/Niland CornerA scenic byway with a well planned interpretive system enhances the experience for travelers. This positive experience leads to support, return visits, longer visits, and good public relations. Jim Buchholz and Ron Zimmerman facilitated a two-day workshop in Ames, Iowa to explore the development of interpretive plans and options for scenic byways.

Workshop topics included:
  • The Fundamentals of Heritage Interpretation
  • Telling the Stories of our Byways: Interpretive Planning
  • Connecting to Scenic Byway Travelers: Interpretive Media Options
  • Scenic Byway Facilities: Visitor Centers and Exhibits
  • Working with Consultants

Restored motel sign at Reed/Niland CornerIn addition, participants visited an actual interpretive site at a restored gas station, motel, and cafe called Reed/Niland Corner in nearby Colo, Iowa.


Workshop Documents

Workshop Schedule (PDF)
Working with Consultants (PDF)
Iowa's Scenic Byways State Map (JPG)


Workshop PowerPoint Presentations

Traveling Gracefully: Fundamentals of Interp. (PDF)
Telling the Stories of our Byways: Interpretive Planning (PDF)
Connecting to Scenic Byway Travelers: Interpretive Media Options (PDF)
Scenic Byway Facilities: Visitor Centers and Exhibits (PDF)
Photo Galleries

Photos from the workshop (thanks to Rhonda McHugh for sharing her pictures!)
    

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