Partnerships are helping parks and public lands organizations meet the demands of the 21st century. This interdependent model of managing our public resources calls for trust and flexibility between partners. Because of the growing need for strong partnership management competencies, the Eppley Institute's developed the following materials, presented at the 2013 Indiana Park and Recreation Association.

Report summarizing the feasibility study for an interpretive field school to be based at Mather Training Center conducted on behalf of the National Park Service.

A summary and analysis of Assateague Island National Seashore beach usage with recommendations for oversand vehicle use in park backcountry.

Evaluates Risk Assessment Code e-course user response and completion data with recommendations for improvements.

Provides a summative report of the First Line Supervision Program learning event.

Provides a summative report of the National Park Service Fundamentals learning event.

Supplemental material to accompany the Fundamental Survey and Assessment Final Report.

Provides a summative report for the National Trainer Development Program: Instructor Institute, a comprehensive training program for collateral duty instructors in the National Park Service.

A report describing the current compensation framework of Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation Department with recommendations for maintain a balanced budget and future development.

A review of competencies for full performing facility managers with tasks, conditions, and criteria associated with each competency.