VISIT NRPA

OUR MISSION:

To support the recreation and park profession and steward the future of public parks and recreational opportunities in Connecticut in order to promote active lifestyles, livable communities, and quality of life for all who call Connecticut home.

9/9

Golf Tournament

Gather your squad & tee off at CRPA's Annual Golf Tournament! Swing into action & join us for a thrilling day filled with sunshine, camaraderie, & networking opportunities. Grab your clubs, bring your A-game, and get ready to make some epic drives & professional connections on the course!

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11/23

Annual Conference & Tradeshow (ATTENDEES)

Experience an abundance of networking opportunities, 3 roundtable sessions, 2 cocktail parties, a team building challenge, and a scavenger hunt! Come explore an exciting array of educational sessions and exhibitions. Delegates will have the opportunity to choose from over 20 educational sessions that are pertinent to the industry’s current needs and trends.

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11/23

Annual Conference & Tradeshow (EXHIBITORS)

This annual conference brings together over 350 parks and recreation professionals from across Connecticut and the surrounding states. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your product or service and promote your brand to the largest gathering of industry professionals in New England. If you provide products, services, or benefit programs to parks & recreation departments, agencies, or other groups you can't afford to miss this show!

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10/22

Fall Quarterly

Join us for a day filled with purposeful education, valuable networking opportunities, and leave with tools that can you can apply immediately to your respective profession. This quarterly will feature information from Attorney Chris Cobb who will provide an overview if the Connecticut Department of Children & Families (DCF) from understanding basic terminology, what occurs throughout the investigation process, and the rights of the person being investigated. After lunch, join our talented speakers as they provide insightful information on securing grant funding, the secrets to creating a community-centered story that stands out to funders, and leave with a clearer roadmap to secure funding for parks, programs, and community initiatives.

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8/5

Parks Field Day

Parks Field Day is a valuable opportunity for maintenance professionals to connect with the companies that provide the products and services they use every day. Attendees can explore the latest equipment, compare pricing, and get hands-on demo experience with tools and technologies that support their daily work. NEW TO THIS YEAR’S EVENT, CONN-OSHA will be presenting on workplace safety: The services they offer & enforcement vs. compliance. CONN-OSHA supports and enforces Connecticut occupational safety and health regulations that protect state and municipal employees. Learn how they offer free consultation services to all Connecticut employers – public and private!

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