IPRA Calendar
IPRA Calendar
IPRF Golf Outing
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The annual IPRF Golf Outing is a great opportunity to enjoy a day of golf, fun, and networking! The proceeds from this event support the Illinois Park and Recreation Foundation’s programs including scholarships which assists students and professionals in t
Early Childhood Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Early Childhood Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around early childhood programs. If you are interested in joining the ...
Cultural Arts & Special Events Committee (TR)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Section, the Cultural Arts & Special Event Committee is a group of professionals who specialize or work in and around Therapeutic Recreation cultural arts and/or special event programs. At this ...
School Age & Day Camp Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the School Age & Day Camp Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around before-and-after school programs and camps. If you are ...
Inclusion Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Located within IPRA's Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Section, the Inclusion Committee consists of a group of special recreation professionals that either specialize or work in and around inclusion services. The meeting will consist of networking ...
Special Events Committee Meeting
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Special Events Committee consists of a group of professionals that either specialize or work in and around special events. If you are interested in joining the committee or simply wish to ...
Illinois Delegate Reception @ NRPA 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us in Orlando on September 17, 2025, IAPD and IPRA are co-hosting our annual Illinois Delegate Reception during the NRPA Annual Conference. Complimentary appetizers and soft drinks will be provided; a cash bar available. This event is 5 pm ...
Walk the Talk: Mindfulness and Well-Being for Park & Recreation Leaders
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This webinar will introduce a Mindful Leadership Framework, designed to help balance organizational demands with personal well-being ultimately reducing internal and external conflict. Attendees will learn effective techniques for emotional ...
Athletics Committee Roundtable
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Athletic Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around adult and youth athletic leagues, programs, and camps. If you are interested in joining t
Youth & Day Camp Committee Meeting (TR)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Section, the Youth & Day Camp Committee consists of a group of professionals that either specialize or work in and around camps at special recreation agencies. If you are interested in joining ...
Lunch & Learn: Smarter Customer Engagement: The AI-Driven ROI Formula
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Customer expectations are ever-changing, and looking ahead to the future experience is vital for meeting consumer needs.
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Exam Basics
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The first of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will consist of an overview of all five content ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Exam Basics
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The first of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will consist of an overview of all five ...
FM Section Board Meeting & Aquatics Committee Roundtable: Post Season Celebration and Wrap Up
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Facility Management (FM) Section, the Aquatic Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around Aquatic Facilities. Please come prepared to share any successes or challenges from
Mental Health First Aid Training - Adult
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a public education program that teaches how to recognize and respond to mental health problems or crises. Originating in Australia in 2000, MHFA has spread to over 25 countries. The evidence-based course has ...
'25 Facility Management Workshop
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Hosted by IPRA's Facility Management (FM) Section, Facility Management Workshop is a unique program designed to provide practitioners of all experience levels a curriculum that identifies tools to become a better facility manager and enhance ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Communications
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The second of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Communications
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The second of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
Sponsorship Committee Education: The Money Map: Navigating Sponsorships & Budgets
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hosted by IPRA's Communications & Marketing (C&M) Section, Sponsorship Committee covers all the current topics and trends regarding sponsorship and partnership in the parks and recreation field. If you are interested in joining the C&M Section or simply w
Safe Zone Conversation: Fostering Inclusion Through Open Dialogue
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, you are cordially invited to participate in IPRA's third member-wide Safe Zone Conversation of 2025 on the topic of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). A Safe Zone Conversation (SZC) is ...
The Leader's Guide to Mental Health & Resiliency
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Stress is an inevitable part of life, whether at home, work, or play. This session focuses on helping individuals understand and manage their responses to stress by recognizing it is a normal reaction to challenging or abnormal situations.
Parks & Natural Resource Management Section Roundtable & Social
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
IPRA's Parks & Natural Resource Management (PNRM) Section consists of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around parks and natural resources. If you are interested in joining the Section or simply wish to attend ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Finance
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The third of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Finance
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
The third of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
Early Childhood Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Early Childhood Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around early childhood programs. If you are interested in joining the ...
Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course - Village of South Elgin
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The CPSI course is a national certification program delivered by National Recreation and Park Association and co-hosted by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association. It is designed to train individuals on how to identify hazards on public ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Human Resources
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The fourth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
The Leader's Guide to Mental Health & Resiliency
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Stress is an inevitable part of life, whether at home, work, or play. This session focuses on helping individuals understand and manage their responses to stress by recognizing it is a normal reaction to challenging or abnormal situations. ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Human Resources
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The fourth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
Fitness Center Committee Roundtable & Tour
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Located within IPRA's Facility Management (FM) Section, the Fitness Center Committee consists of a group of professionals that either specialize or work in and around fitness and fitness centers. Topics to be discussed could include fitness trends, Registr
Aquatics Committee Roundtable: Job Description Workshop
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Facility Management (FM) Section, the Aquatic Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around Aquatic Facilities. Please come prepared to share any successes or ...
Cultural Arts Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Cultural Arts Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around dance, music, theatre, and visual arts. If you are ...
School Age & Day Camp Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the School Age & Day Camp Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around before-and-after school programs and camps. If you are ...
Social Media Task Force Roundtable: One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Social Media Strategies for Teams of All Sizes
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hosted by IPRA's Communications & Marketing (C&M) Section, the Social Media Task Force covers content strategy, best practices, platform updates, analytics, engagement tactics, accessibility, emerging trends, and much more. If you are interested in joinin
'25 Certified Pool Operator Course
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance's (PHTA) Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO) Certification is recognized by local and state authorities as the most widely-accepted, verifiable pool and spa training credential. Each year, more than 30,000 ...
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Operations
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The fifth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Operations
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
The fifth of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive ...
Safety Committee Workshop
8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
The Risk Management Committee within the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association (IPRA) Administration & Finance section is proud to host the second IPRA Safety Committee Workshop on October 24, 2025, at the Carol Stream Park District. This workshop is
CPRE Virtual Exam Prep - Planning
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The last of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review of ...
CPRP Virtual Exam Prep - Programming
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The last of six in a series of virtual classes designed to prepare individuals for the National Recreation and Park Association's Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) exam. This class will provide attendees with an intensive review ...
Youth & Day Camp Committee Meeting (TR)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Located within IPRA's Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Section, the Youth & Day Camp Committee consists of a group of professionals that either specialize or work in and around camps at special recreation agencies. If you are interested in joining ...
Professional Development School - Jurassic Parks & Rec
5:00 PM - 11:00 AM
IPRA's longest-standing educational and networking opportunity takes place in November at the majestic Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena, Illinois. Professional Development School, otherwise known as PDS, provides park, recreation, forest ...
The Wisdom to Do Good Work: A Crash Course
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
The best preparation for a good world tomorrow is to lead with courage and do good work today.
Early Childhood Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Early Childhood Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around early childhood programs. If you are interested in joining the ...
Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course - Fox Valley
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The CPSI course is a national certification program delivered by National Recreation and Park Association and co-hosted by the Illinois Park and Recreation Association. It is designed to train individuals on how to identify hazards on public ...
School Age & Day Camp Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the School Age & Day Camp Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around before-and-after school programs and camps. If you are ...
The Wisdom to Do Good Work: A Crash Course
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
The best preparation for a good world tomorrow is to lead with courage and do good work today. And what does it mean to do good work in parks and recreation? It means focusing on the common good and less so on special interests. It means not ...
The Courage to Be Unfair: Promoting Equity
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Often, inequity is the unintentional biproduct of decision making focused on short term satisfaction or making a special interest group happy and can often come at the expense of those who can go unnoticed or unheard.
Early Childhood Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the Early Childhood Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around early childhood programs. If you are interested in joining the ...
School Age & Day Camp Committee Meeting
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Located within IPRA's Recreation (REC) Section, the School Age & Day Camp Committee consists of a group of park district professionals that either specialize or work in and around before-and-after school programs and camps. If you are ...
The Courage to Be Unfair: Promoting Equity
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Often, inequity is the unintentional biproduct of decision making focused on short term satisfaction or making a special interest group happy and can often come at the expense of those who can go unnoticed or unheard. Good intention may not ...