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Go to www.ILparks.org and click on Publications, IP&R Magazine and Photo Contest for submission instructions. Mail your images to: IAPD; "Give Us Your Best Shot" Contest; 211 East Monroe Street; Springfield, IL 62701-1186. Entries must be postmarked by Oct. 15. Please contact Illinois Parks & Recreation Editor Todd Silvey at (217) 523-4554 or tsilvey@ILparks.org with any questions. Good luck! Through continued funding from RBFF, NRPA is able to provide local park and recreation agencies with access to grant funding, resources, best practices, research and knowledge emphasizing the long-term health and wellness benefits received through boating and fishing. As part of this year’s funding, NRPA wishes to develop a toolkit including case studies from grant-funded communities and outlining best practices in managing boating and fishing programs - including sustainability, retention and incentive initiatives employed by successful agencies. NRPA is seeking a qualified contractor to complete this work. Project Purpose Project Abstract Topics included in the toolkit will include but are not limited to: The contractor will also create a plan for collecting information, case studies and success stories from the grant-funded communities. The case studies are supplementary to the best practices and serve as examples of implemented best practices. Contractor will have access to grant-funded communities to facilitate information gathering. The final toolkit in its entirety should be submitted no later than March 1, 2011. The final product should be publication-ready with copy-editing and layout finalized. Drafts will be shared with NRPA staff at project milestones throughout the development period. Administrative Details If you're interested, please contact: Tara Fitzpatrick-Navarro, NRPA Chief of Knowledge & Learning, 703-858-2147 You can help us reach our goal by donating a gift or service to Silent Auction 2011. All donations are tax deductible - IPRF is a 501-C-3 organization - and we will also accept monetary gifts. More than 4,000 park and recreation professionals, commissioners and exhibitors will have the opportunity to bid on your donation at the conference. Please complete and return the contribution form by Nov. 12. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Heather Weishaar at 630.376.1911x202. On Oct. 3, 2003, the Southern Illinois Park and Recreation Association (SIPRA) established and funded an educational grant/scholarship program designed to assist individuals who wish to further their educational endeavors.
If you're interested in applying, please click here to download the scholarship application. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Date: Oct. 12 - 10 a.m. The department of justice published the new ADA regulations this summer. These, for the first time, include design guidance for sports fields, golf and playgrounds. This webinar will review the key elements of these three areas. Fields, golf and aquatics are common recreation environments. By knowing the regulations, compliance can be much easier. Learning Outcomes: Participants will explain critical access issues in sports fields, will apply requirements for playground surfaces and components to new and existing playgrounds and will discuss requirements for golf courses, as well as single ride golf carts. Speaker: John McGovern, President, Recreation Accessibility Consultants, LLC. Date: Oct. 19-21, 7:30 a.m. This course is the most comprehensive traning program offered on playground hazard identification and risk managment methods. Those taking the course are eligible to take the Certified Playground Safety Inspectors Exam, but must register for the exam which is given on the third day of the institute. Date: Oct. 19 - 10 a.m. The department of justice published new ADA regulations this summer. These, for the first time, include requirements for fitness centers, fishing and boating areas and aquatic facilities. This webinar will review the key elements of these four areas. Why is this topic important? Awareness of disability rights is rising. Fitness sites, fishing areas, boating areas and aquatics areas are common recreation environments. By knowing the regulations, compliance can be much easier. Learning Outcomes: Participants will describe requirements for access to fitness, describe elements of accessible boating and fishing and describe characteristics of accessible pools, spas and spraygrounds. Speaker: John McGovern, President, Recreation Accessibility Consultants, LLC. Date: Nov. 4 - 10 a.m. What is a teen advisory group? A teen advisory group is a very useful tool - a window into the teen community - and could be a vital part of your organization and what is missing to get your teen programs running. Participants will learn how to successfully begin a teen advisory group and strategies to keep your advisory group running. Participants will learn how to target specific areas and how teen advisory groups may be useful in their programs. Date: Nov. 6 - 9 a.m. This session will offer the following two sessions as well as a networking break: Understanding the Child with Autism, Presented by Brian Houzenga, CTRS, SEASPAR; and What Can My Young English Language Learners Do in English? Presented by Tammy King, Bilingual Teacher from Illinois Resource Center. Contact: Toni Tellefsen 630-963-1300 Date: Saturday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Presented by: Recreation Section, School Age Committee Learning Outcomes: Participants will 1) be able to implement teambuilding activities to help participants develop teamwork, communication and how to take the initiative; and 2) understand the importance of customer service and how to interact and handle different situations they may encounter. Date: Nov. 14 - 17, 2:30 p.m. Regular registration deadline is Oct. 29. CALENDAR/UPCOMING EVENTS
Event Date: Oct. 8, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Date: Oct. 8 - 9 a.m. Do not miss this fantastic networking and professional development opportunity. Contact LoriKay Paden for additional information. Date: Oct. 15 - 1 p.m. In addition to our planning events and workshops, the committee uses this opportunity to network and discuss issues, questions and concerns pertaining to preschool and early childhood educators and recreation professionals. Come and join this active, fun and supportive committee! We welcome new members at each and every meeting! Date: Oct. 20 - 2 p.m. Get involved, join us for our next meeting. SPRA...it does a professional good! Date: Nov. 16 - 8:45 a.m. The Suburban Park and Recreation Association’s Annual Showcase is a great opportunity to preview prospective acts, get information from vendors and share ideas with other recreation professionals. Each attendee will receive a detailed program/reference booklet with complete information about all performers, exhibitors and book listings. With 16 jury-selected performers and more than 75 exhibitors, there is no reason to come away empty handed! Schedule Registration Fees *Boxed lunch included in fee Registration questions, contact Jessica Gray at 630-645-9580 or jgray@obparks.org. Date: Nov. 18 - 10 a.m. The IPRA Board of Directors meets six to eight times per year to discuss the business of the association. All BOD business meetings are open to the membership and members are encouraged to attend. Date: Nov. 20 - 1 p.m.
Location: Elk Grove Park District, 499 Biesterfield Rd., Elk Grove Village Contact: Kathleen Talenco (ktalenco@gepark.org) Contact Phone: 630-858-2462 CONFERENCE
Conference Registration: Please click here to register online.
Conference Housing: Housing is open and people may make reservations with the housing form (must be sent to hotel) or via the links/phone number below. Hilton Chicago: 877-865-5320 Be sure to indicate you are attending the IAPD/IPRA Conference and mention the group code IAP to ensure the discounted room rate. JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Facility Administrator Recreation/Program Supervisor Program Specialist Athletic Program Supervisor Marketing and Special Events Coordinator Youth Sports Camps & Leagues Coordinator Executive Director - Illinois Park and Recreation Association SECTION/COMMITTEE INFO
At the Jan. 14 board meeting, new director Brian Sullivan will appoint a board member. The board term expires in January 2014. If anyone is interested in being appointed to the A&F board, please contact Marla Pineiro or Brian Sullivan by Dec. 20. RESOURCES/SURVEYS
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