On Monday, June 22nd, First Lady Michelle Obama, most Cabinet secretaries and many senior Administration officials kicked off the United We Serve summer of service initiative by participating in community service projects across the country.  As part of this effort, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar called on every American to mentor a child in the great outdoors this summer.  Secretary of Interior Salazar announced this initiative on Monday, June 22nd at a press event in Shenandoah National Park stating, "Children today spend half as much time outdoors as their parents and this has significant implications for our children's health, the economy and the future of American conservation.  This summer, as part of President Obama's new United We Serve campaign, I encourage all Americans to serve by mentoring a child in the great outdoors and introducing them to our nation's treasured landscapes." Read more

Once again, we have set up a block of rooms for CPRA members. We'll be at the Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown, located across the street from the Convention Center.  
 
More info on the hotel:
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
Rates:  single/double, $139
www.radisson.com/saltlakecityut_downtown 

 

Go online to www.wynjade.com/nrpa09 

Find the State Block header and 'click here' to make a new room reservation

Log in using the Username and Password below (ALL CAPS)
USERNAME:  COLORADO
PASSWORD:  MOUNTAINS

You'll receive a confirmation email from Wyndham Jade once your reservation is processed.

Annually, NRPA recognizes members of the U.S. Congress who have worked to advance legislation relative to parks, recreation, and environmental conservation efforts that enhance the quality of life for all people. Nominations for the 2009 National Congressional Awards are now being sought from NRPA members and affiliates until August 14, 2009. Contact Mike Phillips, Public Policy Manager, for more information at mphillips@nrpa.org

Are you an exceptional leader who shapes your community and inspires and educates others? NRPA recognizes members of ethnic minority groups and young professionals like you by offering the NRPA Young Professional Fellowship and the NRPA Diversity Scholarship Programs. 

 

The NRPA Young Professional Fellowship program selects one fellow from each of eight NRPA regions. The NRPA Diversity Scholarship program allows up to four professionals or citizens and four students to participate. Both programs provide complimentary full-package registrations, which include access to all education sessions, the career fair, the NRPA expo hall, and social events. A $500 travel stipend is also provided to fellowship and scholarship recipients.

 

Come experience the world's greatest game! Discounted tickets and food vouchers are available for CPRA members and their friends and family! Click here for more information.

Bikes Belong
Grants to Promote Bicycling
Eligibility: Organizations and agencies in the United States that are committed to putting more people on bicycles more often.
Amount: Varies.
Purpose of Grant: To build political support for bicycling, to encourage ridership and to increase bicycling in general.
Click here for more information.

Deadline: August 24, 2009.

Deadline: August 30, 2009.

Deadline: Open