National Parks Champions Luncheon

Join us for a conversation with panelists who reflect our advocacy network from national leadership to regional grassroots efforts. They will showcase the powerful ways we are working to protect and uplift our national parks and invite you to take action in support of these treasured places.

PANELISTS:

Emily Douce, NPCA Deputy Vice President of Government Affairs

Donté Gibbs, Vice President of Community Partnerships at the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park and NPCA Midwest Regional Advisory Council member

Cheryl Schreier, Vice Chair of the Coalition to Protect America’s National Parks and NPCA Midwest Regional Advisory Council member

Moderated by Christine Goepfert, NPCA Campaign Director, Midwest

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calendary icon Date October 28, 2025
  • Time:
    11:30 AM (CDT)
  • Location:
    Courtyard Marriott Minneapolis Downtown 1500 Washington Ave South, Minneapolis, MN 55454
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