NRPA membership hours take place the second Thursday of each month at 1pm ET. Join the membership team for a brief overview of NRPA membership at the top of the hour followed by the opportunity to ask questions about your benefits, getting involved with NRPA and much more. We invite everyone to join!

Coming October 2025! Discover how to meet the needs of today's workforce and create an environment that appeals to top talent. Join us to gain insights on fostering a workplace that attracts and retains the best employees, ensuring your organization thrives in a competitive market. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your workforce strategy!

Coming September 2025! Discover how play can transform lives and enhance well-being for both children and adults. From boosting brain function and relieving stress to sparking creativity and fostering social connections, play is an essential yet often overlooked aspect of a healthy lifestyle. Join us for a session that showcases Play Frisco’s innovative initiatives to promote well-being through play, benefiting both our employees and the community. Let's play our way to a happier, healthier life!

The 2025 Monthly Virtual Learning Subscription includes 12 on-demand education Talks, one per month, and is free to Premier Members. These on-demand talks will be released on the first Monday of the month unless otherwise noted. The full 2025 Monthly Virtual Learning Subscription is worth a total of 1.2 CEU. NRPA's virtual education Talks feature knowledgeable subject matter experts presenting on timely insights from research and practice. Each Talk is worth 0.1 CEU.

Council Connection is an NRPA Business Council-led learning series aimed at addressing the most pressing topics in parks and recreation today. These sessions are led by subject matter experts on the council, developed in collaboration with park practitioners, and are designed to foster leadership and innovation. Check out these sessions to unlock valuable insights today!

Who said writing a policy can’t be fun? Whether you are preparing to write a policy, procedure or plan for CAPRA Accreditation or for your own purposes, this presentation will guide you on your writing journey from the title page to appendices. Learn how to create a table of contents using styles in Microsoft Word, how to add signature block and other technical tips for document creation. Explore various methods for creating your content: How do you know what to include? What to change? What to delete altogether? When is it appropriate to use AI and when should you rely on other resources? We will explore the individual process I use for policy writing and tips I have learned through my experiences as a CAPRA Reviewer and content creator for numerous “P-words,” including a recreation program plan, policy manuals for state and volunteer boards, standard operating procedures and policies for the Town of Parker, numerous employee manuals, training documents, and other various written documents. Participants of all writing abilities will leave with a variety of practical tips and tools to create their own policy, procedure or plan. Can the “P” word be fun? Maybe...but can they be effective and useful? Definitely!

Coming August 2025! Discover how therapeutic recreation (TR) can enhance the well-being of individuals with disabilities and diverse needs in community settings. Through real-world examples and evidence-based practices, you'll gain practical strategies to implement inclusive and effective TR programs, no matter your department's size or resources. Join us to transform your community recreation initiatives!

Released May 2025! Join us for an engaging learning event dedicated to planning summer programs with a strong focus on youth development. This event will feature members of NRPA's Youth Development Team and highlight park and recreation professionals who are effectively utilizing these tools to create impactful summer programs in their communities.

Find previously live Park Access Network content here! Park and recreation professionals have the tools and resources to lead localized, anti-racist solutions that advance the multitude of benefits derived from equitable park access and climate-resilient park systems. The Park Access Network is an open community bringing together diverse professionals to facilitate conversations and best practices among peers to drive systemic changes that advance equitable and resilient park access.

Coming July 2025! In today's fast-paced world, many organizations often prioritize guest experiences, sometimes overlooking the crucial aspect of employee safety and well-being. Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation has boldly addressed this issue with their groundbreaking framework, Legendary Experiences: Leading with Compassion. This innovative program is designed to empower employees by providing them with essential tools to de-escalate conflicts effectively, all while maintaining dignity and prioritizing safety. By fostering a compassionate and secure work environment, Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation ensures that both guests and employees enjoy a truly legendary experience.