Join NRPA for their 2020 NRPA Annual Conference: A Virtual Experience.  The 2020 NRPA Annual Conference: A Virtual Experience (NRPA Virtual) will not only bring the park and recreation community together, but also will serve as a platform for networking and exchanging ideas in new and imaginative ways. It features keynote speaker Glenn Harris, president […]

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has decided to offer the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Virtual Blended Course in place of all in-person CPSI courses for the remainder of 2020, at which time the offerings will be re-evaluated for 2021. As a result, the NDRPA CPSI course scheduled […]

Location: Jamestown, ND NDRPA is excited to host the 2021 Member Meeting April 7-8 in Jamestown. Tours of Two Rivers Activity Center (TRAC), the 2019 Golden Egg Award recipient, and the University of Jamestown’s Harold Newman Arena are planned, along with time for networking and some great education. Download the Member Meeting schedule for more […]

The HR Collaborative for Local Government is hosting a summer webinar series covering a variety of human resource topics on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from June-August at 10 a.m. -11:15 a.m. CT. Registration is $50 for the entire series. More details and registration are available on the HR Collaborative website. CEUs […]

The NDRPA State Conference and the ND Trails Conference will be held jointly in Bismarck Sept. 13-15, encouraging conversations on “Navigating Our Future.” North Dakota park and recreation professionals will gather with trail users, advocates and managers from across the state to learn from educational sessions and network with peers. Download the schedule for details. […]

Registration Open for 2021 NRPA Annual Conference The 2021 NRPA Annual Conference will be hosted in Nashville and virtually Sept. 21–23. Join parks and recreation peers for energetic networking activities, inspirational education sessions and an inside look at the most innovative products in the field. Leave with new ideas and best practices that will help reduce […]

NDRPA is excited to host the 19th annual Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Course Oct. 12-14, in Bismarck. Participants have the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in playground safety through classroom instruction and hands-on site investigation during this two-day course. Individuals interested in becoming a certified playground safety inspector may take the optional […]

NDRPA is excited to host the 20th annual Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Course March 15-17 in Bismarck. Participants have the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in playground safety through classroom instruction and hands-on site investigation during the two-day course. Individuals interested in becoming a certified playground safety inspector may take the optional […]

Equality and inclusiveness have become priorities within society, including the accessibility and acceptance of the transgender population within the park and recreation industry. This webinar will cover the ever-changing dynamics of legal matters pertaining to public accessibility and employment. Mike Clark, executive director for the Palatine (Ill.) Park District, will share best practices for professionals […]

Location: Beulah, ND        The NDRPA Member Meeting is rescheduled for April 6-7 in Beulah.  Join us for a tour of the Energy Wellness Center, along with time for networking, opportunity to show off your bowling skills, as well as some great education. Download the schedule for more details. Registration is closed. Please […]