The National Association of Recreation Resource Planners (NARRP) annual conference brings together outdoor recreation planners, natural resource managers and researchers interested in advancing the art and science of recreation resource planning. Conference attendees represent federal, state, local and regional government agencies as well as universities, the private sector and non-profit agencies from throughout the country […]
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and a major cause of disability? Recognizing and responding quickly to symptoms and receiving appropriate care can limit heart damage.
In honor of American Heart Month, our friends at the Oak Brook Park District are offering heart-healthy education seminars.
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Through our relationship with the American Canoe Association, we would like to recommend that IPRA members working in outdoor recreation take their canoe instructor certification course.
This instructor course from the ACA is designed for those who teach or lead canoe programs. The course focuses on the basic canoe skills for the solo and/or tandem […]
This week a number of park and recreation professionals came together for the IPRA’s Director Series. The day consisted of two very insightful and discussion-driven presentations geared toward the Director-level professional.
In the morning, Chuck Balling of the Glenview Park District, covered the evolving role of the park district Director with regards to building and […]
The American Heart Association is conducting a variety of activities this month for Healthy Heart Month. The Itasca Park District was recognized for their efforts with their Heartsmart Challenge in a Daily Herald article - 10 Surprising Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy. Fitness Manager Lori Neubauer who supervises this highly successful program was able to […]
Suggestions are now being accepted for sessions at the 2009 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference.
Download, complete and submit the suggestion form by February 29 for consideration - we’d love to hear your ideas!
The Illinois Park and Recreation Association is hosting an AFO Course and Exam on April 8-9 at the Holiday Inn Elk Grove.
The Aquatic Facility Operator course is an 18-hour training program specifically designed to meet the needs of those working in public and semi-public recreational pool or water park facilities. The AFO program offers a unique risk […]
The Illinois Park and Recreation Association is holding the Director Series on February 20 at the Holiday Inn Elk Grove.
The Director Series is a new educational and networking opportunity offered by IPRA. These targeted learning experiences are specifically designed for directors to learn about and discuss the newest and most timely issues affecting their daily […]
The 2008 Soaring to New Heights Conference awards luncheon was a top-notch ceremony recognizing agencies and individuals who have truly advanced the field of parks and recreation this past year.
Watch the complete video of the luncheon below.
Don’t forget to nominate deserving individuals and agencies for next year’s Conference. Most nominations are free! […]
Tracey Crawford, of NSSRA, was sworn in at the 2008 Soaring to New Heights Conference in Chicago as the 2008 Chairman of the Board for the Illinois Park & Recreation Association.
“Our real problem is not our strength today, it is the vital necessity of action today, to ensure our strength tomorrow.” Dwight D. Eisenhower
In […]