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PARK AND RECREATION NEWS
 Greetings!
The WRPA E-news is distributed twice a month to our total membership. Its our tool for providing timely news and information you need regarding current events, grants, training, and great ideas to add value to your work day. |
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WRPA Upcoming Section Meetings
Connect with your colleagues at the next section meeting. Visit the section web page to find agendas, direction and remote access via "gotomeeting" posted the week before each meeting.
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AQUATIC SECTION SKILLBUILDER CANCELLED
We're sorry to report that this year's WRPA Aquatic Section Skillbuilder is cancelled due to low enrollment. Thank you to everyone who was willing to help out, donate or present one or multiple sessions.
Refunds will be issued to those who registered. |
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SKILL BUILDERS - Super Training for Summer Staff
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 NATURE PLAY SUMMIT - Tuesday June 22, 2010 |
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THREE THINGS KIDS CAN DO TO STAY HEALTHY The Washington Post - First lady Michelle Obama issued an important report for kids recently. She thinks too many kids in America weigh too much, and she wants to do something about it. The first lady is right. Almost one in every three kids - 31.7 percent - from the ages two to 19 is overweight or obese. That's more than three times as high as in the 1970s, when lots of your moms and dads were growing up. The report, by the Childhood Obesity Task Force, makes 70 recommendations for how governments and businesses, such as restaurants, can help kids eat better and live healthier, more active lives. Kids will like some of the recommendations. The report suggests that elementary school kids have more recess.. MORE |
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CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS - 2010 Mid Year Committee The first official meeting of the 2010 Mid Year Conference & Trade Show Committee is set for Friday June 18, 2010 from 10am - 12noon in Redmond. We are seeking a creative team of professionals who will provide oversight, resources and assistance in hosting our November 19, 2010 Mid Year at the Seattle Convention & Trade Center. Conference committees are a great way to meet new people and collaborate on a project that provides statewide benefits to the industry. Contact Mark Hickok, Conference Chair for more information at mhhickok@redmond.gov. |
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WANT TO CONNECT YOUR COMMUNITY TO NATURE?
We can help.
Are you trying to protect your local rivers, save an unspoiled landscape, or build trails
to help everyone in your community enjoy nature?
Applications for the next round of technical assistance can be submitted until August 1.
Through the Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) program, the National Park Service provides staff who can guide communities in conserving waterways, preserving open space, and developing trails and greenways.
Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their project ideas with our staff near you before submitting an application.
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR NRPA CONGRESS
The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA) presents information and application for the AAPRA Externship for the 2010 NRPA Congress, October 26-29, Minneapolis. The AAPRA is endeavoring to recruit young professionals, 35 years and younger as applicants for scholarships to attend the 2010 NRPA Congress. AAPRA has designated two scholarships for promoting diversity leadership. Application deadline is June 18, 2010. |
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NRPA Congress October 26-29, 2010 - Minneapolis Register: Early Registration deadline: August 25, 2010
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CELEBRATE, ADVOCATE, RECREATE! Since 1985, America has celebrated July as the nation's official Park and Recreation month. This year's theme is "Celebrate, Advocate, Recreate!" NRPA is encouraging members, agencies, and citizens to plan events and initiatives that remind local decision makers and the community of the exciting and vital role that parks and recreation play in our lives.
2010 "This is how we recreate!" Social Media Project
Show and share with America why parks and recreation are important to you, the community, and the U.S.! NRPA is encouraging individuals across the country to participate in the association's 2010 "This is how we recreate!" Social Media Project. More |
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WRPA is a 501c3 not-for-profit professional and public interest organization. WRPA is dedicated to providing resources for the public and our members who create community through people parks and programs. Thank your for your membership in WRPA.
Sincerely,
Brit Kramer, CPRP, CAE
Washington Recreation & Park Association |
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