Certified Playground Safety Inspector Course Spring 2026

The Certified Playground Safety Inspectors Course is the most comprehensive training program on playground hazard identification and risk management methods anywhere.

Aquatic Facility Operator Course Spring 2026

The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) program is a state-of-the-art five-year certification for professionals managing and operating aquatic facilities. Individuals who obtain the AFO credential are ...

Young Professional Section Meeting - April 2026

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Fourth of July celebrations are some of the biggest—and most stressful—events of the year for parks and recreation professionals. Join MPRA’s Young Professionals for a lively conversation with seasoned event coordinators from across Missouri as

Region 4 Social

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Region 4 members are invited to a social at Ballwin Golf Course & Event Center!

Region 4 Lunch & Learn- April 2026

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us for a Region 4 Lunch and Learn presented by Great Rivers Greenway on partnership and volunteers!

Region 3 Lunch & Learn April 2026

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us for a Southwest Region Lunch & Learn on Grant Writing!

Region 1 Lunch and Learn April 2026

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join Region 1 to learn about Grant Writing from Jessie Oshel with St. Joe Park and Recreation at Liberty Community Center!

Region 2 Lunch & Learn - April 2026

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us for an engaging and informative Lunch and Learn hosted by Region 2 on Legislation at the MPRA office!

Young Professional Section Meeting - June 2026

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join the Young Professionals Section for our final meeting of the year as we reflect on a great year of connection, learning, and growth. This wrap-up session will highlight key moments from the past year, celebrate accomplishments, and look ahead to what