NAI Region 9 Sierra Pacific
National Association for Interpretation
Scholarships & Professional Development
Supporting the professional growth of our members is a top priority for the Sierra Pacific Region. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and successful regional fundraising, we are pleased to offer the following financial support opportunities for 2026. Note on Membership: You do…
Elections 2026 – Nominations Open
The NAI Sierra Pacific Region is looking for its next generation of leaders! As a member-directed organization, our strength lies in the dedicated volunteers who steward our community. This fall, we will elect a new Director and Secretary to serve three-year terms beginning in January 2027.
Awards Program
Celebrate our profession and recognize those making a difference in interpretation. Please consider nominating someone (including yourself) whose work stands out. Do you have a colleague whose leadership, innovation, or passion for our work has inspired you? Nominate them for one of the seven…
NAI National Conference Scholarship Available
Thanks to a generous donation, plus our regional fundraising, the Sierra Pacific community Board is able to offer a $1,500 scholarship to attend this year’s NAI National Conference in Virginia Beach, VA (Nov 11-15, 2025). We’re also offering regional scholarships for our final training workshop event. …
2025 Bay Area Workshop Registration Open
Join the Sierra Pacific Region on Friday, February 28th in Saratoga, California! The day will consist of community building, a presentation about WVC’s Park Management program, two 45-minute sessions, and afternoon field trips. At the end of the day you are invited to an…
2025 Award Nominations OPEN!
Honoring our peers and colleagues is a wonderful NAI tradition! The Sierra Pacific Region has seven awards given out annually to deserving individuals serving the region. Nominations will be accepted until April 30, 2025. Head HERE to learn more about the different awards and…
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