2022 NRPA Annual Conference

Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix, AZ, United States

The 2022 NRPA Annual Conference is scheduled Sept. 20-22 in Phoenix. Known for its year-round sun and beautiful desert landscapes, Phoenix is home to more than 41,000 acres of desert parks and mountain preserves, 200+ miles of trails and 185 parks. Learn more or register on the NRPA website.

2023 Parks Day at the Capitol

NDRPA is partnering with the ND Parks and Recreation Department for 2023 Parks Day at the Capitol on Feb. 16 to advocate for North Dakota parks and recreation. This year, parks professionals from around the state will engage legislators with some activities such as golf putting, tabletop curling, mini hockey and more, along with a […]

2023 CPSI Course

Bismarck Hotel & Conference Center 800 S 3rd St, Bismarck, ND, United States

    NDRPA is excited to host the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Course March 21-23 in Bismarck. Participants have the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in playground safety during the two-day course. Individuals interested in becoming a certified playground safety inspector may take the optional exam on the third day. Download the […]

2023 NDRPA State Conference

Grand Forks, ND Grand Forks, ND, United States

The NDRPA State Conference will be held in Grand Forks Sept. 12-14. North Dakota park and recreation professionals are invited to gather with their peers from across the state for educational sessions and fun networking opportunities. Download the conference schedule for more details. Registration Registration is closed. If you have any questions regarding your registration, […]

2023 NRPA Conference

Dallas, TX

The 2023 National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Conference is scheduled Oct. 10-12 in Dallas, Texas. Registration opens May 8. More details are available on the NRPA website.

2024 CPSI Course

Bismarck Hotel & Conference Center 800 S 3rd St, Bismarck, ND, United States

The 2024 Certified Playground Safety Inspector course and certification program is March 19-21, 2024 at the Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center. The CPSI certification program is the most comprehensive training program on playground hazard identification and risk management methods offered nationwide. Participants will learn about the latest developments in playground safety during the two-day course. […]

2024 HR Collaborative Conference

Bismarck Hotel & Conference Center 800 S 3rd St, Bismarck, ND, United States

Register today for the HR Collaborative for Local Government’s Biennial Conference April 17-18, at the Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center. The conference is designed to support employees who perform human resource management responsibilities. All local government employees are welcome to attend. The conference will feature keynote speaker Jackie Stebbins, lawyer, mother, wife, and autoimmune encephalitis […]

2024 NDRPA Spring Member Meeting

NDRPA is hosting the 2024 Spring Member Meeting on April 18 following the HR Collaborative Conference at the Bismarck Hotel and Conference Center (formerly the Ramkota Hotel).Join us for our spring business meeting, a presentation from the ND Parks and Recreation Department about their education and program partnerships such as their interpretive program fieldtrip days […]

2024 NDRPA State Conference

Watford City, ND Watford City, North Dakota

The NDRPA State Conference will be held in Watford City Sept. 10-12. NDRPA is celebrating its 50th anniversary and invites North Dakota park and recreation professionals from across the state to participate in the spectacular celebration, educational sessions and networking opportunities. Download the conference schedule for session details. REGISTRATION Registration has closed. Contact the NDRPA […]

2024 NRPA Conference

The 2024 National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Conference is scheduled Oct. 8-10 in Atlanta, Ga. - Registration opens May 13,2024