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St. Joseph (MO) Symposium

(March 30-April 2, 2023)

Click Here to Register Online: Journey West from St. Joseph Symposium (regfox.com)

Click Here to Print and Mail St. Joseph Symposium Registration 

Once you print and fill out the registration form, please mail it and payment to:
 
Oregon-California Trails Association
524 S. Osage St.
Independence, MO 64050
 

Gering (NE) Convention (July 25-29, 2023)


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OCTA Vision

The Oregon-California Trails Association is the pre-eminent guardian and promoter of the inspirational story of the 19th century westward migration, which is unique in world history.


OCTA Mission

Our mission is to protect the Historic Emigrant Trails legacy by promoting research, education, preservation activities and public awareness of the trails, and to work with others to promote these causes.

Mission Goals

Six broad goals describe how OCTA will achieve its mission. These address trail preservation, education/interpretation, partnerships, organizational effectiveness, and membership. Each goal is supported by objectives and implemental actions.

Goal 1. Preserve the historic emigrant trails
Goal 2. Present the stories of the emigrant experience in a manner that is inclusive of other perspectives
Goal 3. Be an effective historic trails organization through appropriate partnerships
Goal 4. Improve organizational effectiveness and sustainability
Goal 5. Keep OCTA’s membership energized and informed
Goal 6. Promote membership growth

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524 South Osage St
Independence, MO 64051

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Independence, MO 64051

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