IPRA Today

A few reminders for busy professionals:

• We are currently accepting nominations for our conference awards and section awards. Click here for details. The application deadline is October 10, 2016.

• Coming up in August is the IPRA/IAPD Park District and Conservation Day at the State Fair in Springfield on Saturday, August 20. We are looking for volunteers to come and help us with this event. Information is available here.

• Also in August is the IPRA/IAPD Legislative Picnic which is a family oriented event for park and recreation professionals, commissioners, elected officials and everyone’s families. This event was about 250 people last year and has been growing and growing. I hope you join us for this free event, Saturday, August 27, 2016, 10 am -2 Pm, Joliet Park District, Inwood Park. Register through IAPD.

• Registration is open for the Joint Section Golf Outing on September 16 (rain date of September 23) at Tanna Farms. This event benefits scholarships through the foundation. We hope that you will come out and support this fundraiser. 

If you’re busy this summer and you wish you had more time, I would encourage you to look into Unplug Illinois and the Transformation Kit that the task force has put together to help you save time and tell your story better. This tool kit can be purchased here and comes with a hard copy book as well as a flash drive of all the electronic files which includes research, resources, templates, tools and inspiration needed to communicate the value of parks and recreation through education and storytelling. Save time and get help today. For more information on this statewide campaign, click here.

It is a busy time for park and recreation professionals. I hope you have a fantastic summer and the weather cooperates with all your programs and special events.

Debbie Trueblood, CAE

Executive Director

 

 

IPRAConnect is the Illinois Park & Recreation Association's members-only online community. It is your connection to an invaluable resource: each other!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/ilp-nwl/articles/index-v3.asp?aid=389898&issueID=46081 to view the full article online.

Designed with your needs in mind, the Unplug Illinois Transformation Kit is equipped to provide you with the resources, templates, tools and inspiration needed to communicate the value of parks and recreation through education and storytelling. Order yours today!

Visit http://unplugillinois.org/ to view the full article online.

The Therapeutic Recreation Leadership Summit gives professionals in all levels of the field an opportunity to gain knowledge and continue education in the Therapeutic Recreation profession.

Visit https://ilipra.memberclicks.net/mc/community/eventdetails.do?eventId=512749&orgId=ilipra&recurringId=0 to view the full article online.

In this session we will discuss barriers associated with recruiting and retaining entry level staff members - of all ages. We'll explore some of the social and socioeconomic barriers associated with staff retention, communication and training. Learn how to create a successful playing field that emphasizes keeping staff once you've invested the time and training for them to be on your team.

Visit http://www.ilipra.org/mc/community/eventdetails.do?eventId=495675&orgId=ilipra&recurringId=0 to view the full article online.

The CPSI program offers the most comprehensive and up-to-date training on playground safety as well as provides certification for playground safety inspectors.

Visit http://www.ilipra.org/mc/community/eventdetails.do?eventId=509078&orgId=ilipra&recurringId=0 to view the full article online.

Learn real, proven and practical tips to manage time and priorities that will give you the power to take control of your resources. Focus your efforts and energy in order to increase productivity and reduce stress.

Visit http://www.ilipra.org/mc/community/eventdetails.do?eventId=495677&orgId=ilipra&recurringId=0 to view the full article online.

The 2016 Professional Development School (PDS) will be held November 6-9, 2016 at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, 444 Eagle Ridge Drive, Galena, IL 61036. Professional Development School (PDS) is the longest standing educational and networking opportunity offered by Illinois Park and Recreation Association. The tradition of Illinois park and recreation professionals attending Professional Development School goes back many years, creating thousands of graduates. This professional level school provides park and recreation professionals the opportunity to experience a high quality education in a small, student-focused atmosphere.

Visit http://www.ilipra.org/mc/community/eventdetails.do?eventId=504789&orgId=ilipra&recurringId=0 to view the full article online.

Enjoy a beautiful day on the greens at Tanna Farms in Geneva at the annual Joint Section Golf Outing!

Visit http://www.ilipra.org/mc/community/eventdetails.do?eventId=509135&orgId=ilipra&recurringId=0 to view the full article online.

• Accountant (Part-Time)
• Recreation Specialist
• Park-Maintenance/Laborer Full-Time

 Visit the IPRA Career Center for details!