Member News

  • 18 Jun 2024 3:12 PM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    MRPA Lifeguard Competition

    July 28, 2024

    Apple Valley, MN

    Click here to register a team for the competition

    For more details, visit Minnesota Aquatics Network Lifeguard Competition | Facebook


  • 21 May 2024 10:29 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    The Park and Recreation Days with the Minnesota Twins in June, July and August schedule can be found here.


  • 21 May 2024 10:22 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    The 31st Annual Minnesota USSSA Hall of Fame Benefit Golf Tournament will be held:

    • Thursday, July 25
    • 9 a.m. shotgun start
    • Theodore Wirth Golf Course in Minneapolis

    Click here for the informational packet, which includes the entry form and sponsorship form

    Click here to register online

    If you’re not a golfer, there are ways to be involved through a hole or merchandise sponsorship. This information is included on the sponsorship form. Interested in helping promote the golf tournament? Click here for the flyer.

    We hope you’ll join us for a great summer day of golf and fun on July 25!

  • 12 Apr 2024 7:30 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)


    MRPA Aquatics Managers Bootcamp

    May 22, 2024
    4 - 5:30 p.m.
    Shoreview Community Center

    Click here for more information and the registration form

    Click here to pay online


  • 19 Mar 2024 7:47 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    This training will be held June 5 - 6 in Wright County. The focus will be on building and maintaining natural surface trails both multipurpose and single track. There will be time in the field learning and implementing best practices on trail construction/maintenance. *Limited to the first 23 registrants.

    Click here for the flyer

    Click here to pay online


  • 14 Mar 2024 8:41 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    Having those Tough Conversations and Nailing It - workshop hosted by MASS on May 2-3 at Grand Casino Hinckley.  Members $159 and Non-Members $199.  The registration deadline is March 29. Thank you!

    Click here to register online

    Click here to pay for MASS membership online


  • 8 Feb 2024 8:48 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)
    The 2024 Conference Planning Committee is excited to bring to you the 2024 Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference.  The Conference Committee is looking forward to providing diverse educational opportunities that will engage professionals from all backgrounds.

    To submit an Educational Session Proposal please visit: ­­­­­

    https://form.jotform.com/230257023726147

    The deadline for Educational Session Proposals is Friday, March 15, 2024.  

    If you have questions, the Conference Committee members would be happy to assist you:

    Claudia Hicks, Co-Chair

    claudiahicks@mankatomn.gov                                                  

    Kevin O’Brien, Co-Chair

    kobrien@ci.faribault.mn.us

    Ben Boldt, Program Committee Chair   

    bboldt@rochestermn.gov     


  • 2 Feb 2024 3:29 PM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    The third annual RPLS Day will be held Friday, April 12, 2024 at the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center (aka Mankato Civic Center) beginning at 1pm. This year's event will provide the opportunity to connect with new friends and reconnect with old ones.  Please use this form to RSVP

    RPLS Day Schedule

    12:30pm | Doors Open

    1:00pm | Musical Networking 

    This session provides an opportunity to chat with students and professionals, recruit for employment opportunities, and enjoy the company of new and familiar faces.

    2:00pm | The Six by Six

    A new addition to our event! Six speakers get six minutes each to talk about timely and interesting topics in the field of parks and recreation management. A fast-paced and fun way to keep up to date on current trends, emerging topics, and bright ideas. MORE INFO on The Six by Six.

    3:00pm | RPLS Honors

    This session honors the varied contributions of current students, alumni, former faculty, community members, and other friends of the program. You can nominate yourself or someone else using the RSVP Form.

    4:00pm | Social Hour

    After a long day of learning, stick around on site to continue conversations from the day and celebrate the achievements of our friends. Cash bar will be available.

    6:00pm | Adjournment

    Watch the Official RPLS DAY 2024 Announcement Video

    Please contact Jonathan Hicks, Minnesota State University, Mankato at 507-389-2747 with any questions.


  • 4 Jan 2024 11:09 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    WILS Annual Luncheon - Flyer
    Wednesday, February 7
    9 am - 1 pm
    Shakopee Community Center
    1255 Fuller St South
    Shakopee, MN 55379

  • 11 Dec 2023 11:21 AM | Bethani Gerhard (Administrator)

    Congratulations to the following members:

    CLIFTON E. FRENCH AWARD

    Rick Birno, Golden Valley

    NELSON - NILES AWARD

    Joey Schugel, New Ulm

    HORIZON AWARD

    Chelsea Swenhaugen, Inver Grove Heights

    BOARD AND COMMISSION AWARD

    Peter Dugan, Eagan

    LEADERSHIP AWARD

    Aimee Peterson, Maple Grove

    TOMMY JOHNSON AWARD

    City of Richfield

    We look forward to honoring the award recipients at the Annual General Meeting and Awards Luncheon on January 12, 2024 at the Maple Grove Community Center.

    Click here for the registration form

    Click here to pay online


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