Host a Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz this September to educate your community about pollinators, gain knowledge about local species, make your parks more sustainable and be entered to win one of three $1,000 prizes or one of three prize packs.
NRPA Online Learning is a cost-effective and flexible way to educate staff, provide training and earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) without leaving the comfort of your home or office.
Becoming a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) will not only keep your expertise fresh, but also help you achieve greater health, resilience and equity outcomes in your community.
Learn more about the 2023 NRPA Annual Conference, taking place October 10-12 in Dallas, Texas!
Open Space Radio is a biweekly podcast that covers the latest trends and news in the field of parks and recreation and aims to cover unique and interesting stories.
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Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to the profession. The book draws on the combined wisdom, experience, and technical expertise of 23 professors and leaders in the field, who present diverse perceptions, philosophies, and practices for therapeutic recreation in the 21st century. The book showcases how the profession addresses various clients' needs throughout the life span through therapeutic programs, modalities, and activities. It presents a wide range of applications, allowing readers to explore their personal and professional options, and provides insight into the basic knowledge, attributes, and skills students need in order to thrive in the field. It also delineates career paths in the profession and how a therapeutic recreation specialist works with various populations.