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Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI)

       

New PTRS Merchandise Will Be Available at the TRI

 

Get ready to shop! PTRS has a new logo and new merchandise. Wear the PTRS logo with pride; we have t-shirts, polo shirts, and fleeces available.

  • Be practical and organized for work with a PTRS badge holder and a padfolio.
  • As professionals we are always on the go; protect your company credit card and personal information with an aluminum wallet, and be sure to stay hydrated by always having your PTRS reusable tumbler in-hand. 

The new items will be sold at the TRI so be sure to shop around while you visit the Vendors' Circle and the Basket Raffle. We can't wait to see you all in June!


Therapeutic Recreation Institute
Click here to download the TRI Registration Guide. If you would like to register online, click here.

  

46th Annual TRI
June 4-6, 2014
Pre-Conference June 3
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton
Lancaster, PA

District II & Other PRPS Members Fundraising Event

  

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The 2014 District II fundraising program is about to get underway! District II is once again participating in Hersheypark's volunteer fundraising program. Here is your chance to donate your time working a shift at Hersheypark, which in turn earns money for District II. You will also receive a free admission voucher (s) for each shift you work.

 

Click here for the schedule and more details. 

 

Please don't delay and respond ASAP. E-mail Eric Stauffer (West Shore Recreation Commission), or call 717-920-9515 ext.107. Provide the shift(s) desired along with the name of each person volunteering, address,  home/work/cell phone numbers, and e-mail addresses.

 

Volunteer Program Information:

Hersheypark has a volunteer program in place to help them fill their staffing void in the early and late season when much of their workforce is attending classes at high school or college. Hersheypark will pay PRPS for each volunteer shift completed. In addition, each volunteer will also receive a voucher good for one of the following:

  • One Hersheypark admission during the 2014 or 2015 season
  • One admission to the 2014 Hersheypark In The Dark event
  • One admission to the 2014 Hersheypark Christmas Candylane event
  • One 2014 Sweet Lights ticket

Our group is continuing to work with the Ride Operations Department, so you will be assisting with duties such as queue line management, assisting with safety checks/operation of a ride or operating a kiddie-ride by yourself.

 

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CAPITAL DAY
June 3, 2014
10:00 am - 6:30 pm

Join Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Partners for PRPS' Annual Capital Day! Meet with Legislators to discuss current issues and concerns, followed by an afternoon reception in the Rotunda!
Make Sure Your Voice is Heard.
If you have any questions, please contact kburke@prps.org.

PTRS Board

 

PTRS is looking for members to take the next step and serve on the PTRS Board of Directors in the following positions for a two-year term (2014-2016).

 

District 1 Representative

Responsibilities

  • Represents PTRS at the district level of Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society
  • Attends PTRS board meetings and submits quarterly reports for district
  • Attends PRPS district meetings
  • Attends PRPS membership meetings
  • Maintains continual contact with PTRS members residing in district boundaries
  • Promotes membership
  • Creates and provides PRPS office with a personal welcome letter and other materials for PTRS board welcome packet
  • Contacts members who have not renewed
  • Identifies, coordinates and host training workshops in district in conjunction with PRPS Education Training Coordinator
  • Networks with universities and colleges within district which offer Therapeutic Recreation
  • Provides district update article on a quarterly basis for PTRS newsletter

Qualifications

  • Current member in good standing of PRPS and branch affiliation with PTRS
  • Employed or retired from the field of Therapeutic Recreation or Therapeutic Activities
  • Minimum of two years experience in the Therapeutic Recreation or Therapeutic Activities profession
  • Active Certification by NCTRC or NCCAP

Member-at-Large (2 openings)

Responsibilities

  • Represents non-aligned position which will provide a comprehensive point of view to board discussions and decisions
  • Attends PTRS board meetings and submits quarterly reports
  • Liaison to committees as appointed by PTRS President
  • Assist past president with recruitment of candidates for board elections
  • Fill-in in the absence of secretary as appointed by president

Qualifications

  • Current member in good standing of PRPS and branch affiliation with PTRS
  • Employed or retired from the field of Therapeutic Recreation or Therapeutic Activities

If you have more questions about one of the positions or the PTRS Board of Directors feel free to contact BJ Crownover or call (814) 941-2678.

 

Please submit your intention of placing your name on the PTRS Election Ballot no later than Thursday, May 29, 2014 to BJ Crownover, PTRS Past-President (2013-2105). 

 

Harrisburg Art Association Fall Exhibition

"Parks and Recreation" is Theme of Fall Membership Exhibition

September 14-October 16, 2014

 

This year's Fall Membership Exhibition is sponsored by Kevin Sheets, Ellen Warren, and David Volkman, with the opening reception on Gallery Walk Day to be hosted by Alison Ballantine. Music during Gallery Walk on Sunday, September 14, will be provided by "Hemlock Hollow."

 

INTAKE: August 18 through September 8, during regular gallery hours of 9:30 AM to 9 PM Monday through Thursday, 9:30 AM to 4 PM Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM Saturday, and 2 to 5 PM Sunday.

 

ELIGIBILITY: All AAH artists whose dues are up to date are eligible to enter the show. (Artists may join or renew when entering the exhibition.)

 

Click here for more information.

 

 

   
PTRS - Awards Nominations
(Deadline extended to Monday, May 12)

 

Attention:

The TRI Award Nomination deadline has been extended to Monday May 12, 2014. Nominations are being accepted for the following.

 

Distinguished Member, Outstanding New Professional, Joseph M. Foley Memorial Community Service Award, Organization/ Agency Award, Professional Service, Society Citation, Student Honor, Volunteerism Award, and Scholarship Awards.

Please note the following changes with the scholarships.  

  1. PTRS Memorial Scholarship is for a full 2014 TRI registration and double occupancy hotel room to a PTRS member
  2. William Dayton Scholarship for a full 2014 TRI registration and double occupancy hotel room to a PTRS student member

Some minor changes have been made to award criteria and involve the following awards.

  1. New Professional Award no longer requires a PRPS/PTRS membership. The recipient of this award will receive a 6 month membership to PRPS/PTRS
  2. Student Honor Award requires the nominated student to be a member of PRPS/PTRS and have a 3.0 GPA in major 

Please visit our website www.prps.org/ptrs to see all of the award details and criteria If you have questions please contact Allyson Finkle or call 814-447-0328.

  

For information on exhibiting or sponsorship at the 2014 TRI, click here.
 
 
PRPS and Other Trainings

 

To view the PRPS Calendar, click here.

 

Online registration is OPEN for the CPSI and TRI. To register online, click here. 

  

Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course (CPSI)

May 12-14, 2014 - Cranberry Township Municipal Center

 

46th Annual PA Therapeutic Recreation Institute (TRI)

June 4-6, 2014 - DoubleTree Resort by Hilton

 

Resource Operations Workshop (SAVE THE DATE!)

October 22, 2014 - Cabela's, Hamburg

More information will be available at a later time.

 

For a list of other training outside PRPS, click here. 

 

FREE Lunch and Learn Series

 

Tuesday, May 13

Valley Forge Casino Resort

King of Prussia, PA

 

Topics:

Selecting Sustainable Commercial Playground Equipment

Designing Sustainable Splashpads

Space is limited. RSVP to ely@pa.net

 

For more information, click here.