(b) The Trust shall convene Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program participants on a regular basis in order to:

(1) Promote team building among the participants;

(2) Develop an understanding of the overall Corps Program purpose;

(3) Share information about best practices;

(4) Recognize excellence; and

(5) Provide training and other learning opportunities.

(c) In providing training and technical assistance, the Trust may contract with an organization with a proven track record of developing and sustaining Corps programs, working with the Conservation Corps model, and engaging young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.