Can You Walk to Your Park?
By Allison Colman | Posted on April 30, 2015
Parks have the ability to bring together communities to experience a plethora of health and wellness activities! How are your community members getting to your parks?
This Young Professional Gets Real about the NRPA Annual Conference
By National Recreation and Park Association | Posted on April 28, 2015
Being a first-time attendee and a young professional at the NRPA Annual Conference could be a scary thing. This video interview gives you insight into what to expect.
Earth Day, Every Day
By Morgan Rothermel | Posted on April 22, 2015
Earth Day is the day dedicated to creating awareness for a healthier and more sustainable environment. So just how do park and recreation agencies participate in Earth Day every day?
50 Reasons to Attend the 2015 NRPA Annual Conference
By Matt Brubaker | Posted on April 21, 2015
The NRPA Annual Conference features hundreds of education sessions that covers topics including leadership and management, recreation programming, and much more.
5 Ways You Can Get Involved This Earth Week
By Morgan Rothermel | Posted on April 20, 2015
Parks play a huge role, every week to protect natural resources and encourage conservation practices. Learn five ways you can get involved during Earth Week.
You’ve Got NRPA Membership Now What?
By National Recreation and Park Association | Posted on April 19, 2015
The NRPA Young Professional Network (YPN) members have been in your shoes and put together a really helpful video that will help you get your membership and career started on the right foot.
5 Tips for Recruiting Your Next Park and Recreation Employee
By Martin Dease | Posted on April 16, 2015
Finding the right person to fit in with the culture at your organization is critical. Use these 5 tips to attract the right people.
NC2NV: Hitting the Road
By Editor | Posted on April 9, 2015
The Young Professional Network has organized a virtual “road trip” out West, making “stops” at COAPRT accredited schools.
Three Ways You Can Advocate for Summer Nutrition
By Jamie Nash, Kellie May | Posted on April 8, 2015
Providing a nutritious meal to hungry kids is an important way to ensure that they are able to reach their full potential both in and out of school.
My Story: What Being an NRPA Scholar Did for Me
By Rebecca Lackey | Posted on April 7, 2015
NRPA Student Member Rebecca Lackey shares her experience after receiving an NRPA Student Scholarship in 2014. Hint: Things are looking good for the future!